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August 2007 Issue



Table of Contents:

MBE Calendar of Events Become an Exhibitor 2007 Become a Sponsor 2007 The 2007 MBE Offical
Program Guide

National Event Calendar MBE Myspace Editor's Notes Contact Information

Atrium X Advertise on MBE Speaks



Become a Missouri Black Expo Exhibitor

Do you have a new product you'd like to show the world? Are you interested in introducing your corporation or non-profit organizations services to thousands of people in an informal, fun and relaxed atmosphere? Or are you a small business striving to grow into a large business?

If so, now is the time to sign up to become an official Missouri Black Expo 2007 exhibitor!

Missouri Black Expo 2007 is returning to America's Center August 18-19, 2007 for the 16th year in a row. Don't miss this opportunity to increase sales and profits by marketing your products and services to a consumer group that spends in excess of 5 Billion dollars annually in the State Of Missouri!

As the largest African American Consumer Event in the State Of Missouri, MBE 2007 appeals to all demographics and will feature products, merchandise, food and entertainment.

To secure your spot as a MBE 2007 Exhibitor, click on the exhibitor packet link below. You can also call the MBE Office directly at 314-361-5772 for further assistance.


If you need verbal directions for how to become a booth exhibitor at MBE


Act now to take advantage of MBE Exhibitor booths at drastically discounted rates.

click here to download the 2007
Exhibitor's Packet



Become a Missouri Black Expo Sponsor

Missouri Black Expo 2007 "The State Of Black America" has sponsorship opportunities available. Your company or organization can leverage significant pre-event outreach and leadership on-site positioning in the largest African American event of its kind in the State Of Missouri.

By participating in MBE as a sponsor, your company or organization will associate with an event that positively impacts the lives of African Americans. Join MBE as a sponsor today, to make a difference in the lives of your customers tomorrow. For more information, contact Tom Bailey at 314 361-5772 or via email at tbailey@missouriblackexpo.com.

Click here for 2006 Expo Sponsors


Purchase an Advertisement in the MBE Official Program Guide

The Missouri Black Expo Official Program Guide is an excellent tool to introduce your company, business or not-for-profit organization to businessmen and women across the globe. By purchasing an ad in the Missouri Black Expo Program Guide, you can tap into our pool of professional contacts and resources to communicate your company’s message to your targeted audience.

The Missouri Black Expo Official Program Guide is geared at increasing awareness for your company, while serving as an added marketing vehicle for your company, small business or major corporation. To purchase an ad in the Missouri Black Expo Official Program Guide, please download the MBE 2007 Exhibitor's Packet (under Become an MBE 2007 Exhibitor) and fill out the Official Program Guide Advertisement application form. Or, you can contact the MBE Office at 314- 361-5772 for further assistance.
 






The MBE National Event Calendar

March
Detroit Black Expo
Friday, March 2, 2007
Charles H. Wright Museum Of African American History
For more information, call 313.494.5800


May


Uplift Chicago on V-103
May 4-6, 2007
McCormick Place
For more information, visit www.upliftchicago.com or call 312.243.3554


Houston Black Expo
May 19-20, 2007
George R. Brown Convention Center
For more information, log on to www.houstonblackexpo.com

June
Grace Magazine’s Sisterhood Outreach Summit & Showcase
June 2-3, 2007
Memphis Cook
Convention Center
For more information, log on to www.sisterhoodshowcase.com, call 901.579.9333, or e-mail info@sisterhoodshowcase.com


July
Oakland Black Expo
July 14-15, 2007
Oakland Marriott City Center
For more information, call 510.451.4000
Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration
July 16-22,2007
Indiana Convention Center & RCA Dine
For more information, call 317.925.2707.
alehointl@aoi.com

August
Missouri Black Expo
August 18 & 19, 2007
America’s Center, St. Louis, Missouri
For more information, log on to www.missouriblackexpo.com or call 314.361.5772
Virginia Black Expo
August 24-25, 2007
Kevin Crossett, Jamestown 2007
For more information,
call 757- 253-4534  or e-mail kevin.crossett@jyf.virginia.gov
www.jamestown2007.org

September




Los Angeles Black Expo
September 22-24, 2007
Downtown Los Angeles Convention Center
www.blackbusinessexpo.com
click here for more National events



MBE MySpace

We are proud to introduce Missouri Black Expo's MYSPACE debut!

We are excited to connect with MYSPACE's 90 million users to communicate the exciting happenings of the Missouri Black Expo. Along with the mbespeaks.com newsletter and our parent website, missouriblackexpo.com, you're sure to receive the latest MBE buzz 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Join me in welcoming our new website:

www.myspace.com/famousmissouriblackexpo





Atrium X

MBE is in the process of creating an environment that will provide you with a shopping experience more exciting than your local buying/trading store...

Introducing...
ATRIUM X--
the buying, selling and trading on-line store of the Missouri Black Expo!

Atrium X is being launched as the premier MBE on-line auction venue for the public's buying, selling and trading needs. Atrium X will utilize a secure payment agent to guarantee the safety and confidentiality of your on-line purchases.

In addition, Atrium X gives you the opportunity to purchase high quality products from official Missouri Black Expo vendors 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
click here to read more



MBE 2007 Calendar of Events
Missouri Black Expo Schedule of Events:
Listed are the Missouri Black Expo events projected for 2007: August 17 - 18, 2007 St. Louis

Missouri Black Expo 2007 Calendar Of Events
August 17 August 18 August 19

MBE Multi Cultural
Diversity Job Fair

11am-4pm
America's Center
FREE ADMISSION

100 Black Men Prostate Cancer Survivor's & Awareness Walk
7a – 11a Keener Plaza $10.00 to Register! 1.3 Mile Walk! All men 35+ get a Free PSA Blood Test at America’s Center! www.100blmstl.com

City Wide Church Service

Presented By Westside Baptist Missionary Church at 9a-11a America’s Center

Free Admission

MBE Official Kick-Off Reception

6p – 10:30p (Invitation Only)
State Farm Gear-Up Leadership Summit Featuring: Nick Cannon, Jibbs, Aloha, Isis Jones and more!  10:30am – 12:30pm at America’s Center

MBE Gospel Fest featuring: Shalom City Of Peace, Lively Stone & Friendly Temple Choirs

1:30 – 4:30p at America’s Center
Gear Up Summit DJ Show & Concert Featuring Nick Cannon & Jibbs 12:30pm – 1:30pm at America’s Center Gospel Superstar Concert featuring: Dottie Peoples Live In Concert at 5pm at America’s Center
State Of Black America Panel Discussion Featuring Dr. Nelson Adams, John Hope Bryan Presented by University of Missouri-St. Louis 3:30-6:00pm America’s Center
State Of Black America Panel Discussion Featuring Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II on Politics Presented by University of Missouri-St. Louis 3:30-6:00pm America’s Center
US Army National Invitational Boxing Tournament Semi-finals Featuring Teams from St. Louis, Memphis, Cincinnati, Little Rock, and Illinois 3pm to 7pm at America’s Center
US Army National Invitational Boxing Tournament Championships Featuring Teams from St. Louis, Memphis, Cincinnati, Little Rock, and Illinois 3pm to 7pm at America’s Center
MBE American Family Insurance Music Fest Featuring “The Grand Party at the Expo” with Rose Royce & The DAZZ Band 6:30p – 9p America’s Center

MBE American Family Insurance Music Fest Featuring Julius Williams Regina Belle Live in Concert! 6:30p – 9p America’s Center

Show Hours: Saturday 10am to 10pm & Sunday 11am to 9pm
Admission: MBE General Admission $8.00, free for children ages 6 and under.

*MBE Music Fest featuring fabulous artists is included in the ticket price.
*Events schedule are subject to change.


click here to read more MBE Events



Advertise on mbespeaks.com

Are you in need of a great place to showcase your company, product or latest invention? Look no further! By advertising on mbespeaks.com, the official newsletter of the Missouri Black Expo, your advertisement will be viewed by close to 50,000 people worldwide at the click of a button.

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Editor's Notes


Anisha F. Coleman
Managing Director
mbespeaks.com
Special thanks to the many sponsors, vendors, supporters, the City of St. Louis, the State of Missouri and all of the MBE attendees for annually making the Missouri Black Expo one of growth, education and success.

We are pleased to inform you that each month mbespeaks.com will be arriving in your inbox delivering our latest news and updates!

We strongly encourage your participation in this year's Missouri Black Expo, as we believe each person and organization has the power to leave a lasting impact on the lives of our youth and the dynamics of our families.

To become a part of MBE 2007 as a vendor, volunteer, sponsor or entertainment act, you can also visit missouriblackexpo.com or call the Expo office direct at 314.361.5772.

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For more information or to advertise please contact us:

Thomas R. Bailey Jr.
President
tbailey@missouriblackexpo.com

Vanita Thompson
MBE Main Stage Director
vanita@missouriblackexpo.com

Kaye Bailey
Operations Director
kbailey@missouriblackexpo.com

Buddy Shaw
Boxing Tournament Director
bshaw@missouriblackexpo.com

Arzella Cockrell
Operations Assistant
acockrell@missouriblackexpo.com

Jeri Kibby-Williams
MBE Gala & Volunteer Coordinator
volunteercoordinator@missouriblackexpo.com
Anisha Coleman
Public Relations Director
Managing Director, mbespeaks.com
acoleman@mbespeaks.com

Rosalind Robinson
MBE Sales
roz@missouriblackexpo.com
Antoinette Boyd
Administrative Assistant
aboyd@missouriblackexpo.com

Harold "Robbie" Robinson
MBE Sales Manager
robbie@missouriblackexpo.com

Missouri Black Expo, Inc. 2007
4411 N. Newstead • Suite 104 • St. Louis, MO 63115
Office: 314.361.5772. • Fax 314. 389.4694
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