Presented by: Brandi Ebner, Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo
While flat-rate vendor fees can be simple to administer, they may leave significant revenue on the table. This session explores the event characteristics, staffing resources, operational capacity, and vendor-management practices to evaluate before moving to a commission-based food vendor model. Learn how to determine whether your event is ready, establish clear reporting and compliance expectations, and balance revenue goals with a strong vendor and attendee experience.