Description

Charlotte Area Chamber Authors' Expo

Celebrate the authors in our Chamber community—and discover the ideas, expertise, and stories they have to share.

Are you a published author and a member of the Charlotte Area Chamber of Commerce?

You’re invited to participate in our First Annual Authors' Expo, an inaugural event created to spotlight the knowledge and expertise of authors within our Chamber community.

This unique event gives member-authors an opportunity to showcase and sell their books, build visibility, connect with fellow business leaders, and share the knowledge behind their work. For Chamber members and guests, the Expo offers a chance to discover new resources, learn from local experts, and connect with authors who bring valuable perspectives and experiences to our business community.

Have a book idea but aren’t sure if it’s worth pursuing—or where to begin? Join Fabi Preslar, Founder and President of SPARK Publications, for Should You Publish That Book? (And If So, How?), an insightful session designed to help aspiring authors determine whether publishing aligns with their personal or business goals. Fabi will share practical guidance on choosing the right type of book, understanding the time and financial commitment, and using a book to build credibility, visibility, and business growth. You’ll leave with greater clarity on whether your idea belongs on the page—and the smartest next step to bring it to life.

Agenda:
Author expo: 3:30pm – 4:15pm
Program: 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Reception and Author expo: 5:00pm – 6:30pm  

Date: October 15, 2026
Time: 3:30pm – 6:30pm 
Location: Henderson Properties
3030 Latrobe Dr
Charlotte NC 28211

Parking is available on-site. 

SPEAKER

Fabi Preslar, SPARK Publications

Fabi Preslar is a publisher, author, advisor, and founder of SPARK Publications and Radiant Chapters Collective®. For over three decades, she has worked with entrepreneurial leaders and organizations to transform lived experience and hard-earned wisdom into beautifully crafted books, magazines, and platforms that build credibility, clarity, connection, and business growth. Fabi and her team have earned more than 350 industry awards, and she has been nationally recognized as a Top Woman in Media, a Stevie Award Entrepreneur of the Year, and an Anthem Award winner.