Promoter (event promoter in sales tax law)
In some states' sales tax law, a promoter is the person or company that organizes a market, fair or show. Those states may require the promoter to register, collect a list of vendors, verify their permits, or even collect tax. Whether you count as a promoter depends on your state and your setup.
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Also called: event promoter, show promoter, promoter sales tax.
The duties differ widely. Some states ask only that you keep a vendor list, others require you to confirm each vendor has a permit, and a few hold the promoter liable for tax a vendor failed to collect.
Charging booth fees or admission is often what makes someone a promoter. A nonprofit or a free event may be treated differently.
Ask your state tax agency before your first event. Our permits hub has a table of organizer duties by state.
This is general information, not tax advice; check with your state tax agency or a tax professional for your situation.
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