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Want to be a SPONSOR or have any QUESTIONS? Message us on Facebook or email Support@TampaCBF.org
Observe the opportunity for children to launch their very own startup business!
Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace. Children ages 6-14 may apply to have a booth at any of our events.
This event is sponsored by Acton Academy, the Acton School of Business, and the generous support of our donors and volunteers. We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.
Whether an entrepreneur is famous like Elon Musk or Oprah Winfrey or they are one of the thousands of unsung business owners across this country, these are the people who make sacrifices to innovate, create jobs and serve their communities.
Hosted by
Danielle Cannon
🗓️ Started hosting in 2021
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Has hosted
7 fairs
About Danielle: I am a mother of two and former dance and gymnastics teacher who has met so many incredibly talented children through the years in our community. I am so excited to help give our creative kids an opportunity to learn about entrepreneurship in a practical and fun way. Thank you all for your support! ~Danielle Cannon
About Rylee: I'm a small business owner and mom to my sweet baby boy. I started my adulthood as a nanny, then at 22 opening a pet sitting business and at 23 a virtual assistant business. I have a passion for helping kids make their dreams come true and believing they can achieve anything they set their mind to. We truly appreciate your support! - Rylee Morris
The Tampa Children’s Business Fair inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneur. The largest entrepreneurship event for kids in North America, this one-day market gives children the opportunity to showcase their very own businesses.
How many businesses will you accept?
We will accept around 30 businesses at each event depending on the venue size.
How much is the booth fee?
There is a $20(+ tax) booth fee. If for some reason your application is not accepted, your booth fee will be refunded. No refunds will be available for cancellations once approved and the booth fee may not be transferred to another event.
Where should I begin?
Start with our resources page. Read inspiring stories about other young entrepreneurs and play games to hone your business skills.
How do I apply? Can I apply as part of a group?
Application must be submitted online. Please submit one application for each business. Children working as a group should submit one application that includes each child’s information. No more than 3 participants per business.
What is on the application?
The application asks kids to think through some simple, but important elements of their business:
What product or service do you plan to sell?
What price will you charge for each product/service? How much will each product/service cost you?
How will you pay for your startup costs? If someone is helping you with your startup costs, how will you pay that person back?
How will you advertise/market your business before the fair?
At the end of the fair, how will you determine if your business was a success?
What if someone else has the same business idea?
Two cupcake businesses? Not a problem. In general, we will let market forces play out, though we will let later entries know if another applicant has a similar idea so the later entrant can decide what to do.
How will the fair be set up?
The fair will be an indoor event. Each business will be given an 8-foot table and 2 chairs. Table cloths will not be provided. We are not able to accommodate businesses requiring electricity.
Will electricity be available?
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide electricity to the booths.
What are the rules?
This event is designed to give children the experience of selling a product or service. If a parent is found selling or promoting a child’s product or service, their child’s business will be disqualified from the competition.
Parents of younger children may sit in the booth, but the children should be responsible for set up, customer interaction, and sales.
Parents may help their child fill out the application, but we expect the children to do as much as possible by themselves.
Our incredible sponsors
Children's Business Fair
Acton Academy
Next Great Adventure
Virtually Rylee
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Participating booths
Crafty Chameleons
iSlime
Bianca's Beautiful Bracelets
Atomic H2Z2
Avery's Dog Bandanas
Local Jewlery
Jack's Jars
BrownSuga
C & C co
Noelle's Art Factory
Baked Goods
Ali's Kraft Korner
Island Boys Drinks
PokeBombs
Feel Good Jars
Draw, it’s Law!
Candles by Lily and Max
SumerStrawbree Publishing
Gia’s candles
Prettyful, Designed and Created by Sedona
Aesthetic Touch
Olivia's Art Shop
L’vision
Wettaways
Pokémon cards & anime resale
J&J Limber Cooler
Fabulous & Fancy Finley
Lala’s simply sweet treats
JL Fun Colorz
Phoenix Rose
Plants & Bling
MiaGemmaDesigns
Jordan’s Juice Bar and Delights
Bushel and a Peck Acres
Sweet Breads By Aedyn
Contact us
Have a question for us? Contact us below and we will be in touch as soon as possible with
a reply. Thanks for your interest!
The Acton Children's Business Fair does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin and admits and gives all hosts and participants access to the same rights, privileges, programs and activities.
