LAYTON—The Davis Chamber of Commerce Business Expo 2024 was a big hit last week as more than 700 people came through the doors of the Davis Conference Center to talk to local business owners, pick up some swag and win prizes. 

The expo kicked off with a pre party where more than 400 people danced and cheered to the silent disco put on by Beat Hive. Everyone put on a different color headset and tuned into the station of their choice without having to listen to everyone else's music.

Inside, 110 vendor booths had material about their business along with some giveaways and tasty treats.

“It was fun, high energy and effective,” said Angie Osguthorpe, Davis Chamber of Commerce President/CEO. “We’ve been doing the Expo for over 15 years. It’s grown. We were lucky to have 60 booths when it started this year we had 110.”

It’s the number one networking event, she said. “It strengthens the partnerships we have. It’s a great way for Chamber members to talk to the community about what they do. It’s fun. Lately we’ve had more community members and that’s what we want. It widens our circle of influence with our partners.”

 Osguthorpe said she heard from different vendors that they got great contacts. “It’s awesome. I love hearing about that partnership. It is a win, win. The raffles for vendors, luncheon and giveaways made it fun for them along with being an effective way of marketing.”

The Davis Conference Center is an amazing venue, she said. “I’d like to thank them. They take care of us and grow with us along with the sponsors and community. It’s a ripple effect through the community. I love that.”