Market Runup: News About Upcoming Shows
By Staff -- Gifts and Dec, 3/18/2008 11:00:00 AM
NSS Welcomes Return of Key Companies; Intros New Elements
White Plains, NY — The National Stationery Show (NSS), running May 18–21, at the Javits Convention Center in New York City, welcomes the return to its exhibitor ranks severl companies whose presence has been missing in recent years. Thise exhibitors include Colorbok, Mrs. Grossman's Paper Company, Roger La Borde, The Flavia Company and Two's Company. And in the ever-challenging pursuit of “what’s new,” the NSS introduces two new elements to this year’s show. The Best New Product Awards competition will expand by adding an eco-friendly “Think Green” counterpart to each of the six defined categories, which will recognize exhibiting companies that reflect ingenuity with earth-friendly products. A total of 13 Awards, including the coveted Delegates’ Choice Award, will be presented during the show.
To enhance the educational opportunities, new this year is a Paper Craft seminar track. In addition to educational, business-building programs for both retailers and exhibitors, iit includes several pre-show webinars, where participants can dial in and log on to participate in an interactive telephone/Internet learning session. Following is a listing of some of the upcoming programming. Unless otherwise noted, seminars are $20 in advance; $30 on site and are held in Room 1C02/03.
PRE-SHOW PROGRAMS
Tuesday, March 25.
“Exhibitor Webinar: Display.” 1-2 p.m. ET. Presented by Mike Oleskow of Modus Operandi. Dial-in and log-on to learn about creating the most visually-appealing and effective booth space.. Cost is $20 in advance. This is the third in a series of pre-show exhibitor webinars.
Monday, May 5.
“New Buyer Webinar.” 1- 2 p.m. ET. Elaine Stillman of Penny Laine Papers will explain what new buyers should know from the exhibitor's point of view, and Hannah Rodewald of The Pleasure of Your Company will offer advice based on her years of buying experience. Dial in and log-on to learn how to prepare for the National Stationery Show, including what to bring, how to shop the Show efficiently and effectively, how to place orders and how to follow-up with exhibitors after the Show. Cost is $20 in advance. Deadline to register is April 28.
PAPER CRAFT TRACK
Monday, May 19. A Conversation with Andrea Grossman, president of Mrs. Grossman's Paper Company. 8:15 - 9 a.m. Tickets: $35 in advance; $40 onsite; includes breakfast as well as Understanding the Scrapbooker. 9–10 a.m. Highlight s trends and opportunities for stationery retailers
Tuesday, May 20.There's Gold in Scrapbooking. 11 a.m.–noon. Panel session led by Beth Mauro.Daily
Wednesday, May 21. Merchandising to Reach the Scrapbooker. 11 a.m.–noon. Panel discussion moderated by Beth Mauro.
EXHIBITOR SEMINARS
Tuesday, May 20.101 Workshop: Identifying, Recruiting, Supporting, Paying and Retaining Reps. A special program for manufacturers' reps and exhibitors. 8–9 a.m. Presented by manufacturers' representative Meryl Hooker, Meryl Hooker Sales, and Tim Mikkelson of MikWright.
Wednesday, May 21. Going Green: A Guide for Manufacturers. 8–9 a.m. Speaker: Barbara Wold.
BUSINESS-BUILDING SEMINARS
Sunday, May 18. "Product Trends." 9–10 a.m. Speaker: Sarah Schwarz. Repeats from 10:30–11:30 a.m. • "9 Steps to a Profitable Website." 1:30–3:00 p.m. Speaker: C S Wurzberger, Premiere Web Services.com. • "9 Steps to E-Commerce Success: Selling Your Products Online." 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Speaker: C S Wurzberger.
Monday, May 19. "Wedding Trends for 2008." 11 a.m.–noon. Speaker: Christa Vagnozzi. • "Direct Marketing Secrets for Your Store." 1:30 - 3 p.m. Speaker: direct marketing guru Jon Goldman. • "Retailer Roundtables: How to Increase Your Store's Profits in 2008." 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 20. "Visual Merchandising 101." 1:30 –3 p.m.. Speaker: Linda Cahan, contributing editor, Gifts & Decorative Accessories. • "50 Ways to Green Your Store." 4:30–5:30 p.m. Speaker: Barbara Wold, retail and consumer industries expert.
DAILY DEMONSTRATIONS
This year's Daily Demo series theme is “Creating Ideas to Take Back to Your Store” and will feature a make-and-take project.
Sunday, May 18. Personalizing Stationery Products. 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Presented by Hambly Studios. 2:30 - 3:15 p.m. Presented by Three Designing Women.
Monday, May 19 Creating a Stationery Gift Basket. 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Presented by The Gift Wrap Company. 2:30–3:15 p.m. Presented by She She Me.
Tuesday, May 20. Crafting Holiday Accessories. 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Presented by Savoir Faire. 2:30–3:15 p.m. Presented by Green Paper Company.
For seminar and other event information or to register for any programs, visit www.nationalstationeryshow.com
Surtex Plans Conference Program
White Plains, NY — Surtex, running May 18–20 at the Javits Convention Center, will present more than 370 exhibiting artists, designers, studios, agents and licensing firms offering a range of art and design solutions for products. A highlight of Surtex is a conference program consisting of nine educational sessions grouped into three key tracks: Licensing, Business and Trends. The cost for each program is $75 in advance or $85 on site. For interested participants, there is a Full Conference Package available (for advance purchase only) at the discounted price of $600; a Half-Conference Package (also for advance purchase only) is $300.
LICENSING SERIES: “Art Licensing Fundamentals — Starting Out the Right Way.” Sunday, May 18. 9–10:30 a.m.”How an Agent Can Work for You.” Sunday, May 18. 11:30–1 p.m. “Legal Workshop – A Roadmap to Licensing Agreements and Copyright Protection.” Monday, May 19. 9–10:30 a.m. “Manufacturer Forum: Getting Your Art Noticed.” Monday, May 19. 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
BUSINESS SERIES:“The ART of Effective Marketing, Communication and Promotion.” Sunday, May 18. 2–3 p.m. “Technology Workshop- the Latest and Greatest.” Tuesday, May 20. 10–11:30 a.m. “Where Do I go from Here? How to Keep Art Licensing Fresh and Productive.” Tuesday, May 20. 1–2 p.m.
TREND SERIES: “Influences: Attitudes & Icons 2009.” Sunday, May 18. 4–5 p.m. “Emerging Themes in Color, Style and Design.” Monday, May 19. 2–3 p.m.
A complete schedule and registration is available online or call (800) 272-SHOW.
The Supply Side Offers Notable Suppliers
White Plains, NY — The Supply Side is set for May 20–21, and runs concurrently with the National Stationery Show and Surtex at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. Targeted specifically for designers and publishers within the social stationery, giftware and graphic arts industries, the show will feature a total of 70 exhibitors, including a number of new exhibitors specializing in the areas of paper, cover materials, printing, labels, foil stamping and engraving. Additional information and registration is available online.
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