NYIGF Seminars & Events Update
By Staff -- Gifts & Decorative Accessories, 11/4/2009 11:55:00 AM
White Plains, NY – The New York International Gift Fair, scheduled for January 30–February 4, will feature a series of educational seminars, as well as a Go Green Giveaway and a variety of events. The giveaway is open to retailers who attended the winter and/or summer 2009 NYIGF and who attend the winter 2010 show. In order to be a part of the contest, retailers must agree to receive an eBadge instead of the traditional print badge issued by mail. Three winners will win iPod Nanos. To quality, attendees must register or update their registrations by Friday, November 6.
In response to the high demand for natural and organic products, the EXTRACTS show, running concurrently with the NYIGF, will introduce a new exhibit floor grouping of artisanal products and producers of handcrafted soaps, cleansers and candles. “As educated consumers become more aware of how products are made, they look for organic and handmade labels. This new artisanal showcase within EXTRACTS will make it easy for discriminating shoppers to source handcrafted personal care resources,” said Melissa Engongoro, sales manager, EXTRACTS.
There will be a number of events during the fair, including a Handmade Networking Breakfast on Saturday, January 30; Gift for Life Stakes are High Casino night, Sunday, January 31, at la.Venue; A Night on Broadway Featuring Hair on Tuesday, February 2 and the 2010 Houswares Design Awards Gala & Ceremony on Wednesday, February 3. Visit www.nyigf.com for more information on these and other events.
The Licensing Gallery will make its debut during the winter market. One of the highlights of the new section is an educational seminar by The International Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association (LIMA). “Matchmaking: Keys to Finding the Right Licensing Partner” will discuss the best practices for licensees and licensors. The seminar is scheduled for Tuesday, February 2, 8–9:30 a.m. Tickets are $30 in advance, $40 on-site. Visit www.nyigf.com/programs to purchase tickets.
Other seminars include:
Saturday, January 30
NYIGF Orientation, 8:30–9:30 a.m., Javits Center, 1E04
Sunday, January 31
A Beginner’s Guide to Social Media, noon–1 p.m., Javits Center, 1A02-03, $20 in advance, $25 on-site; $30 in advance and $45 on-site for both social media sessions
Social Media 2.0 – Using Online Technologies to Build Your Business, 1:30–2:30 p.m., Javits Center, 1A02-03, $20 in advance, $25 on-site
Buying Basics, 3:30–4:30 p.m., Javits Center, 1A02-03, $20 in advance, $25 on-site
Monday, February 1
Color Pulse 2011 presented by IFDA, 9–10:30 a.m., 1A02-03, $30 for IFDA members, $45 for guests
It’s Easy Being Green A Conversation with “Green Guru” Scot Case, noon– 1:30 p.m., Javits Center 1A02-03, $20 in advance, $25 on-site
Untangle the Web: Web site Basics, 3–4 p.m., Javits Center, 1A02-03, $20 in advance, $25 on-site; $30 in advance and $45 on-site for both social media sessions
Business-Boosting E-Marketing Strategies, 4:30–5:30 p.m., Javits Center 1A02-03, $20 in advance, $25 on-site; $30 in advance, $45 on-site for both social media sessions
Tuesday, February 2
The Beauty of Green presented by Day Spa Assn., 9–10:30 a.m., Javits, 1A02-03, $25 for Day Assn. members, $40 for guests
Retail Math Seminar, noon–1:30 p.m., Javits 1A02-03, $20 in advance, $25 on-site
Position Your Store for Recovery, 3:30–4:30 p.m., Javits Center, 1A02-03, $20 in advance, $25 on-site
Wednesday, February 3
Exhibitor Market Readiness Program – How to Manage Orders and Leads Generated, 8–9 a.m. Javits Center, 1A02-03, $20 in advance, $25 on-site
Wholesaler Seminar – Straight from the Source, 11 a.m.–noon, Javits Center, 1A02-03, $20 in advance, $25 on-site
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