Merchant Matching
Makers are matched with boutiques, shop owners, and specialty retail buyers who are actively seeking new, locally made products to stock on their shelves.
You’ll Get:
- Guaranteed face time with vetted wholesale buyers (local, regional, national, and international)
- A structured format that lets your product shine
- Opportunities to form lasting retail partnerships
Perfect for makers who are ready to scale and break into new markets. If you’ve ever wanted to get your products into stores, this is your moment.
Public Marketplace
This is your chance to sell directly to customers who love handmade, high-quality, and small-batch.
You’ll Get:
- A premium booth at Savannah’s most stylish shopping event
- Marketing exposure and foot traffic from hundreds of shoppers
- The chance to build a loyal fanbase and collect feedback in real time
Bring your A-game, your mobile payment reader, and your best-selling products—this is where business meets buzz.
Influencer Marketing
Savannah’s content creators, lifestyle bloggers, and micro-influencers will be on-site sharing the experience live.
You’ll Get:
- A shot at being featured in influencer posts and reels
- Exposure on ACE’s social platforms and event coverage
- Product photos, shout-outs, and potential collaborations
We’re turning up the volume on visibility. You focus on making something great—we’ll help you get it in front of the right audience.
Registration now open!
The Power of Merchants & Makers 2025
You didn’t start your business just to hustle at markets forever. You started it to grow—strategically, sustainably, and with purpose.
The Makers & Merchants Matchmaking Expo is your chance to take a real step forward. It’s designed for makers who are ready to expand their reach, connect with buyers, and build meaningful visibility.
Whether you’re just entering wholesale or looking to strengthen your retail presence, this event gives you three powerful platforms in one day: direct access to buyers, face time with new customers, and influencer-driven exposure.
You’ll walk away with more than just sales—you’ll gain momentum, new relationships, and the kind of visibility that turns side hustles into serious brands.
If your products are ready for the spotlight, don’t miss this opportunity.
This isn’t just another market—it’s your moment.
Level up at Kehoe Iron Works in Savannah
Historic charm meets modern opportunity at Savannah’s Kehoe Iron Works—an iconic space where makers, buyers, and shoppers connect.
Located in the heart of the city’s riverfront district, this restored landmark offers the perfect backdrop for showcasing your brand, building wholesale relationships, and gaining visibility in a dynamic, curated setting.
$39
Maker Early Bird Pricing
*Pricing goes up to $99 after August 25th
A payment invoice will be sent upon application approval. Payment will need to be made within 48 hours to reserve your spot.
Includes
- Participate in an 8-week in-person wholesale training focused on Matchmaking Preparation
- Receive a vendor table with 2 chairs (electricity available upon request)
- Connect with local, regional, national, and international buyers
- Opportunity to sell your product at a local buyers marketplace
The Matchmaking Market for What’s Next in Retail
September 17, 2025 | Kehoe Iron Works, Savannah, GA
Be part of a curated event designed to help conscious brands and creative entrepreneurs grow through connection, visibility, and opportunity.
Register for event updates, application deadlines, and insider tips to get the most out of your Expo experience.