COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Fort Wayne Trails Pavilion Restoration

Group of men standing outdoors under a bus stop shelter, some wearing KDA shirts, posing for a photo on a sunny day.
Group of people assembling and repainting a playground structure outdoors on a sunny day, with ladders and paint supplies.
Three people working on building or repairing a wooden structure outdoors on a sunny day. One person is on the upper level, working with tools, while two others are on the ground, painting or inspecting the lower part.

habitat for humanity

Three women standing together outdoors in front of a large sign that reads 'Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity,' with colorful handprints painted on the white wall behind them. They are smiling and appear happy.
Three people wearing safety helmets working with a large, cut tree trunk outdoors on a sunny day, with houses and a blue sky in the background.
Three people working on a construction project outdoors, wearing safety helmets, with a large rolled-up natural fiber mat, a wooden stick, and tools on the ground, in front of suburban houses and a wooden fence under a partly cloudy sky.

garden of the gods trash cleanup

Four women standing outdoors in front of red rock formations and green trees, smiling at the camera during cloudy weather, with orange buckets nearby and a wooden fence on the side.
A young woman in black t-shirt, blue shorts, and blue gloves standing outdoors near a wooden fence, holding an orange trash bucket and trash picker, with a large red rock formation and green foliage in the background.
Two women standing outdoors with a large red rock formation in the background, trees, a wooden fence, and orange buckets by their feet.

vendor blender 2026

For this year’s theme, we flashed back to the past! Vendors and Attendees chose their favorite decade, be it 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, you name it! They dressed up/decorated their booths to show their spirit for this event.

People browsing at an indoor market or trade fair with a table displaying various items including a disco ball and sample cards.

what to expect?

vendors

Vendors representing a variety of furniture, finish, and design-adjacent companies come together to showcase their products and expertise. Attendees have the opportunity to discover new materials, explore furniture and finish options, and gain valuable insight into the products and resources used throughout the design industry.

A woman with shoulder-length brown hair wearing glasses, a gray sweatshirt with red text, and blue jeans standing in a room with a TV screen on the wall. She has her right hand resting on a cabinet and is holding a remote control. There is a potted plant, some files, and office supplies on the cabinet. Another woman with long brown hair is seated at a desk in the foreground, facing the speaker. The room has a beige wall and a window with blinds.

ceu offerings

Expand your industry knowledge and earn CEU credits by registering for one of our informative presentations. Each year, Vendor Blender offers a variety of FREE CEU courses throughout the event, giving design professionals the opportunity to stay current on industry trends, broaden their expertise, and earn valuable continuing education credits—all while connecting with others in the industry.

Three people engaged in a conversation inside a tent or event space. The person in the middle is wearing glasses and a white T-shirt that says 'GOOD DEEDS' and is smiling, while the person on the right, with curly hair and a floral-patterned jacket, is gesturing with her hand. The person on the left has short hair and is wearing a white shirt.

networking

Vendor Blender provides a valuable opportunity to build connections and expand professional networks within the design industry and its related fields. Designers, architects, contractors, sales representatives, students, and other industry professionals come together to share ideas, make connections, and build relationships. It’s a welcoming environment for both established professionals and those just beginning their careers to connect with others in the industry.

A special thank you to all of our Vendor Blender sponsors, vendors, and attendees.

Four women chatting and smiling at an indoor event, with a table and other people in the background.
Three women smiling and talking at an indoor event, with two of them leaning close together. One woman is wearing sunglasses and a white coat, while the other is in a denim jacket. A man holding a water bottle is on their left. The background include
Woman with a red polka dot headband flexing her right arm showing her bicep at an indoor event.
A bartender preparing drinks at a bar counter with colorful ingredients, while two customers, a man and a woman, watch and engage in conversation.
Two women conversing inside a well-lit space with tables and display items, one woman with a plaid jacket and the other with a striped sweater, near a staircase with glass railing.
Three people at a colorful outdoor party with a flower-patterned backdrop. The person in the middle wears sunglasses, a white T-shirt, and holds a black inflatable guitar. The woman on the left holds a pink flower, and the woman on the right holds a
Woman with glasses singing and holding a microphone at an event under a tent.
Two women smiling at a daytime outdoor event, one holding a sign that says "groovy man" and the other holding a toy camera frame, under a tent with tables and other people in the background.
A man with curly hair and a beard wearing colorful sunglasses, a white T-shirt with a birthday-themed design, and neon wristbands, smiling and giving a thumbs-up while holding a disposable coffee cup at an indoor event with multiple people in the bac
A man with a beard and brown hair, dressed in a dark blazer, standing behind a chair in front of a computer inside a tent.
Woman and girl sitting at a table with makeup and beauty products, outdoors under a canopy
A woman with long hair wearing a patterned cardigan is smiling with her hand near her face, standing at an indoor event. Next to her, another woman with blonde hair, dressed in a gold sequined jacket, is talking. In the background, multiple people ar
People at an indoor market or craft fair, chatting and browsing home decor items and textiles.
A man smiling and talking to a woman in an indoor event or expo with booths and other people in the background.
Person wearing a red sports jersey with the number 6 and the name Slater on the back, flexing muscles, with a group of three people watching, indoors near a table and window.
A smiling man with red hair, glasses, and a beard in a suit jacket and a vibrant orange patterned shirt standing in front of a display booth at a trade show or exhibition.
Two women engaging in conversation at an event, smiling, surrounded by other attendees, with booths and tables in the background.
Two women talking inside a tent at an outdoor event, with colorful balloons on the left and a table with various items in front of them.
Two women are engaged in conversation inside a large tent, with several people and tables in the background.
A man with glasses, gray hair, and a beard, wearing a black jacket with an American flag patch on the sleeve, stands in a crowded indoor event tent, thinking or contemplating with his hand on his chin, surrounded by women and people engaging in conve
Three women at an indoor event, smiling and engaging in conversation. The woman on the left is holding a paper bag, wearing a white jacket and a name tag. The woman on the right has long brown hair, a green shirt, and a name tag, and is looking down.
Two women smiling and looking at a pamphlet or flyer at a professional event or conference.
A group of women standing inside a tent, smiling and talking, with some wearing sunglasses and carrying bags.
A man in glasses and a plaid blazer talking to a group of women at an indoor event, holding a large book or folder.
A man and a woman are looking at display samples at a trade show booth inside a tent, with other attendees in the background.
A woman smiling and talking to another person at an outdoor event, with a canopy overhead and boats in the background.
Young woman in red sweater talking and smiling at an event tent.
Woman with curly hair wearing a beige blazer at a booth with informational flyers, in a busy event setting.
Three smiling people standing inside a tent, with a woman wearing a patterned blouse and others in the background, at an event or market.
Three people smiling and talking inside a tent, with a woman in a blue shirt holding a YETI tumbler.
A young man in a blazer and checkered shirt smiling and gesturing with his hand in a bright room with window blinds.
Person playing Konami Contra video game on a CRT TV while another person looks at a phone outside.
Man standing in a tent holding a sign that says "KDA Freshest Fit Award Winner." He is dressed in colorful, patterned shorts, a retro sweater, and knee-high socks with stripes.
A woman with long curly blonde hair, wearing a red blazer and a headband, smiling and holding an award plaque that reads "STELLAR SWAG! AWARD WINNER!" at an indoor event with booths and other people in the background.
Two women in shiny, stylish outfits inside a light-colored event tent, with one woman smiling at the camera and the other looking away.
A woman wearing a shiny, patterned dress, a black fur stole, and a headpiece with feathers and jewels, smiling and talking to another person in a festival or event tent.
A young man and a woman are talking at an outdoor event. The man is holding a cup and wearing a dark blue shirt with 'Authentic' written on it. The woman, wearing a similar blue shirt, has colorful bracelets and pink gloves. They are standing near a
Woman dressed in 1960s hippie fashion browsing through colorful tie-dye and patterned fabric at an indoor market.
Two people engaged in conversation at an indoor event, with booths and other attendees visible in the background.
A woman with gray hair, glasses, and a green jacket is interacting with a vendor at a table that has picture frames and a basket of packaged items, while a person dressed in colorful, eccentric clothing stands in the background in a busy outdoor mark
Group of people wearing blue T-shirts posing for a photo under a white tent with colorful balloons and a pink table with decorations.
People at a trade show booth with a disco ball display, fabric samples, and promotional materials, engaging in conversation.
A woman standing in front of a screen in a classroom or conference room, presenting to an audience. She has shoulder-length brown hair, glasses, and is wearing a gray sweatshirt and jeans. There are books and a potted plant on a cabinet behind her, a
Young woman with brown hair and purple glasses hanging from her shirt collar, facing camera, with other people and a white tent in the background at an outdoor event.
  • Group of nine people standing together outdoors under a white tent, smiling, some wearing red or black KDA shirts, with a large golden Oscar statue and gold, black, and white balloons in the background.

    Vendor Blender 2025

  • Two women sitting at a Gerflor booth with balloons and promotional items, inside a tent at an event.

    Vendor Blender 2024

  • A smiling man with glasses and gray hair making peace signs with both hands while sitting in a light pink armchair outdoors. There is a small table in front of him with his feet resting on it. The background includes a parking lot, utility poles, some houses, and a partly cloudy sky.

    Vendor Blender 2022

  • Outdoor business event with tents, tables, and people talking in a parking lot on a sunny day.

    Vendor Blender 2021

  • Outdoor booth with a woman wearing a mask and cape, displaying books and posters, set up in a parking lot under a blue canopy.

    Vendor Blender 2020