Ghanaian entrepreneur and social media personality Dulcie Boateng has responded to criticism surrounding the vendor stand fees for her upcoming retail exhibition, Porials Pitch.
The event, which is expected to host hundreds of vendors and thousands of shoppers, has sparked online debate over its pricing structure, with stand fees reportedly set at around GH¢10,000.
Defending the Pricing
In a video circulating on social media, Dulcie Boateng explained that the pricing reflects the scale and vision of the event.
According to her, the goal is to create a high-traffic commercial environment where vendors can maximise sales and benefit from strong customer turnout.
She noted that critics often misunderstand the concept behind the pricing and the expected value vendors will receive.
Focus on Sales and Visibility
Dulcie emphasised that Porials Pitch is designed as a major shopping experience, where vendors are expected to engage directly with thousands of potential customers.
She encouraged participants to remain confident and focused on achieving strong sales throughout the event.
According to her, the structure of the event is intended to ensure high commercial activity across all vendor stands.
Vision Behind the Event
She further explained that the event aims to create a large-scale marketplace where significant transactions can take place, with both vendors and shoppers benefiting from the environment.
Dulcie encouraged vendors to fully utilise the opportunity, noting that extensive preparations and promotions had been made ahead of the event.
The Bigger Picture
The discussion around Porials Pitch highlights growing interest in Ghana’s event-driven business and retail exhibition space, where influencers and entrepreneurs are increasingly blending commerce with large-scale networking experiences.
While opinions remain divided on pricing, the event continues to generate significant attention online.
