By Zoila Palma: The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is celebrating the success of the 30th Annual Expo Belize Market Place, held September 12–13 at the Marion Jones Sports Complex in Belize City.
This year’s milestone event was held under the theme, “Expo Belize Market Place® – The Original Expo: 30 Years of Connecting Business, Creating Opportunities.”
The BCCI said the weekend attracted close to 10,000 visitors, surpassing last year’s attendance despite early-morning rains and midday heat. The Chamber also reported strong purchasing activity and increased consumer spending throughout the weekend, reflecting continued support for local businesses. The large turnout, however, also highlighted the need for a fully indoor and weather-proof venue as the Expo continues to grow.
The 30th anniversary edition featured several new attractions, including the “30 for 30” Expo Shopping Challenge and hourly giveaways.
Visitors also enjoyed performances throughout the weekend, with the Expo House Band and Super Furia providing entertainment alongside headline performances by Belizean artists Supa G and Vida Magz. The opening ceremony featured remarks from BCCI President Giacomo Sanchez, Belize City Deputy Mayor Elude Miller and Mena Group of Companies Director and Ambassador for Trade in Belize Emile Mena.
Sanchez emphasized the broader role of the Expo in supporting Belizean businesses, stating, “The Expo is more than a trade and consumer show; it is a platform where consumers can discover and support local products and services, entrepreneurs can build relationships, and the wider community can come together to celebrate Belizean enterprise.”
The BCCI also recognized outstanding exhibitors through its Best Booth Awards, with Smart Belize taking Overall Business Excellence and Marketing Excellence, while Taste by Tess won Most Outstanding Micro Entrepreneur, Zesty Squeeze took Most Outstanding Youth Entrepreneur, Pickle La Cochinita Pibil Tacos won Most Outstanding Food Booth, and Digi Belize received Most Innovative Excellence.
To mark three decades of the Expo, the BCCI also honored 13 Legacy Partners whose support has helped anchor the event since its inception in 1996.
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By Zoila Palma: The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is celebrating the success of the 30th Annual Expo Belize Market Place, held September 12–13 at the Marion Jones Sports Complex in Belize City. This year’s milestone event was held under the theme, “Expo Belize Market Place® – The Original Expo: 30 Years of
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