Hillsborough County, Fla. (Oct. 26, 2026) -- Hillsborough County's Small Business Encouragement (SBE) Program is offering a free Vendor Connect trade show for small businesses to network and learn how to do business with Hillsborough County.
The next Vendor Connect is from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at Higgins Hall, 5225 N. Himes Ave., Tampa, FL 33614.
To register, visit HCFL.gov/SBE.
What to expect:
- Learn about upcoming procurement needs for multiple Hillsborough County government departments and agencies
- Connect one-on-one with key representatives at exhibitor booths
- Network with other businesses representing a large variety of local industries
- Discover how to register with the Hillsborough County SBE programs
Mini-workshop topics include:
- Certified with Hillsborough County - What's Next?
- Doing Business with Hillsborough County Procurement Services
Hillsborough County has targeted programs to help small businesses flourish.
About Hillsborough County
Established in 1834, Hillsborough County government provides essential services to a diverse and growing community under the leadership of a publicly elected, seven-member Board of County Commissioners. Services include water, solid waste and recycling, parks and recreation, public safety, infrastructure, pet resources, economic development, environmental stewardship and a wide range of community programs and public services. Hillsborough County services are paid for in part by property taxes. Learn more at HCFL.gov/PropertyTax.
Who: Hillsborough County Economic Development
What: Annual Vendor Connect Event
Where: Higgins Hall, 5225 N. Himes Ave., Tampa, FL 33614
When: 9 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27