Go South to Buy
Sun, sand, and New Age lure buyers south in the new year.
By Staff -- Gifts & Decorative Accessories, 11/1/2004
MYRTLE BEACHGRAND STRAND GIFT & RESORT MERCHANDISE SHOW
December 5–8
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Oak St. at 21st Avenue N.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29578
(678) 285-EXPO
www.urban-expo.com
Show Producer: Urban Expositions
Show Hours: December 5–7, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. December 8, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Travel Arrangements: Connections, (800) 262-9974
Special Events
- Parties Sunday and Monday nights.
Seminar
Saturday, December 4
- Today's Hospital Gift Shop Business— Half-Day Workshop. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Focuses on major shop operational, management and profit-producing topics. Speaker: Marilyn Nason. Paid advanced registration required: $55, subscribers; $65, non-subscribers. Contact Marilyn Nason at (828) 298-1322.
Sunday, December 5
- Retail Tips: Forbidden Love Affair With Your Merchandise. 9:30–10:30 a.m. Speaker: Marilyn Nason.
ORLANDO GIFT SHOW
ORLANDO WHOLESALE CASH & CARRY SHOW
INTERNATIONAL NEW AGE TRADE SHOW EAST (INATS-EAST)
January 29–31, 2005
Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Dr.
Orlando, FL 32819
(678) 285-EXPO
Show Producer: Urban Expositions, George Little Management LLC, Universal Shows Inc.
Show Hours: January 29–30, 9 a.m.–6 p.m; January 31, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Travel Arrangements: Connections, (800) 262-9974
Special Event
- INATS pre-show networking party. Friday, January 28.
- Orlando Gift Show Party. Sunday, January 30, 6:15 p.m. Metropolis Pointe Orlando. Complimentary drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and music.
- INATS Banquet and book signings. Details not available as of press time. Call (800) 710-8859 or visit www.inats.com.
Seminars
Friday, January 28
- INATS Business Builders. A full-day program of New Age-specific seminars. Program details were not available at press time. Registration is $50 in advance; $75 on site. This one-time fee covers participation in all INATS education programs. Call (800) 710-8859.
Saturday, January 29
- Fabulous Spring Basket Designs: How to Make them Stand Out and Earn More! 3–4 p.m. Speaker: Lizz Egan, Warm Wishes Inc., Miami.
Sunday, January 30
- How to Buy Like a Professional. 10–11 a.m. Speaker: Mary Liz Curtin.
- FREE (Nearly Free) Ways to Promote Your Store. 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Speaker: Marilyn Nason.
LOOK FOR: One Badge—Three Shows. The Orlando Gift Show buyer badge will be honored at INATS-EAST and the Jewelry & Accessories Expo. There will be Goody Bag Giveaway to the first 100 retailers on Sunday and Monday; Super Sunday Specials; and Free Freight Monday.
AMERICASMART FLORIDA GIFT AND HOME ACCESSORIES MARKET
February 5-7
Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Dr.
Orlando, FL 32819
(404) 220-2441 or (800) 579-9256
Show Producer: AMC Trade Shows
Show Hours: February 5–6, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; February 7, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
MIAMIMIAMI GIFT SHOW
January 22–25, 2005
Miami International Merchandise Mart & Radisson Centre
777 NW 72nd St.
Miami 33126
(678) 285-EXPO
Show Producer: Urban Expositions
Show Hours: January 22–24, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. January 25, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Travel Arrangements: Connections, (800) 262-9974
Seminars
Saturday, January 22
- Gift Basket Business School: How to Make Money from Spring Gift Basket Holidays. 11 a.m. – noon. Speaker: Lizz Egan, Warm Wishes, Miami.
- Gift Basket Design School: Fabulous Spring Basket Designs — How to Make Them Stand Out and Earn More. 2–3 p.m. Speaker: Lizz Egan.
Sunday, January 23
- Retail Tips: 365 Days of Selling. 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Marketing advice, month by month.
- Retail Tips: FREE (Nearly Free) Ways to Promote Your Store. 2–3 p.m. Speaker: Marilyn Nason.
LOOK FOR: Jewelry and fashion accessories Immediate Delivery section. Goody Bag Giveaway on Sunday and Monday; Super Sunday Specials; and Free Freight Monday.
CHARLOTTECHARLOTTE GIFT & JEWELRY SHOW
NATIONAL MOTORSPORTS MERCHANDISE SHOW
January 29-31
Charlotte Merchandise Mart
2500 East Independence Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 377-5881
Show Producer: Mahone Associates
Show Hours: January 29-30, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. January 31, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
