Get ready for one of Batesville’s most anticipated business events of the year. The Batesville Chamber of Commerce Business Expo 2025 is just around the corner, and this year’s theme—“Fan Zone”—is all about energy, enthusiasm, and showcasing what makes your business a champion.
Hosted at the Batesville Community Center, the Expo is free and open to the public, offering attendees the opportunity to connect with a wide range of local businesses, explore new products and services, and experience the spirit of entrepreneurship that drives our community.
What to Expect:
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A dynamic atmosphere designed to engage and excite
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Dozens of local businesses and organizations on display
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Interactive booths and spirited displays
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Opportunities to network and build lasting connections
For Vendors:
This year, exhibitors are encouraged to fully embrace the “Fan Zone” theme by decorating their booths to reflect a high-energy, fan-focused vibe that represents their brand. Whether it’s sports, music, or company pride, creativity is key. An award will be presented to the most festive booth, so bring your best game-day spirit.
Exhibitor registration is now open.
Don’t miss this chance to promote your business, meet potential clients, and turn visitors into loyal fans.
For more information and to register, visit: https://batesvillearea.com/
Join us at the 2025 Business Expo and show the community what makes your business stand out.

Karin Huffman is an Independence County native who graduated from Cushman High School in 1996. Traveling throughout the state is one of her passions, along with writing about her adventures.
Taking over as travel writer for the Ozark Gateway Region is a dream come true for Huffman who lives in the region with her two daughters, Grace and Stella.
As a family, they enjoy canoeing the Poke Bayou, Salado Creek and the many waterways along the White River in Independence County. Camping and hiking throughout the region is a must for them in the spring and fall as well.
Huffman is an avid nature photographer who will do just about anything to find the perfect waterfall shot, and has visited many in the great state. From Twin Falls and the Richland Creek area in Northwest Arkansas to little known places off the beaten path, waterfalls will be found.
Huffman has been a travel writer for the Eye on Independence Magazine as well as a staff writer for the Batesville Guard, and is looking forward to devoting her time to traveling throughout the eight county region that the Ozark Gateway offers.
If you would like to contact Huffman about an adventure or would like to know how to get more information out about your area, contact her at 870-307-5473, karinhuffman78@gmail.com or karinozarkgateway@sbcglobal.net.