Retailers attending the July 2013 Philadelphia Gift Show will be able to explore a tremendous selection and take advantage of a host of special buyer incentives, including:
Complimentary Buyer Breakfast: On Sunday, July 21 and Monday, July 22, all buyers are welcome to attend our free breakfast starting at 9am.
Goody Bag Giveaway The first 150 stores to arrive on Monday, July 22 and Wednesday, July 24 will receive a special tote bag and a list of participating exhibitors to visit to receive a free gift.
FREE BUSINESS-BUILDING SEMINARS:
Patricia Norins
Sunday, July 21, 2013
Beware of The Purple Mug Syndrome Speaker: Marilyn Nason, contributing editor, Giftware News, author, Inside Retailing 101, and publisher, Today’s Hospital Gift Shop Business
9:30AM- 10:30AM
Determining inventory mix from the heart, not the mind, equals retailing disaster today quicker than any competitor. Find out how to avoid this sure road to retailing disaster when placing purchase orders.
Learn 30+ Innovative Ways To Implement A Shop Local Campaign In Your Store Speaker: Patricia Norins, publisher Gift Shop Magazine and Green Retailer
2:00PM-3:00PM
We know that shopping locally helps our local and national economy, but how can you inspire consumers in your area to get on the bandwagon? Join Patricia Norins and learn not only how to implement a shop local campaign in your store, but also learn about the Small Business Saturday initiative and get 30+ marketing ideas to help promote your campaign and grow your sales.
Lindsay Anvik
Chris Lake
Monday, July 22
Getting Started With Social Media (P.S. It’s Just Like Retail Speaker: Lindsay Anvik, CEO, See Endless, Inc.
9:30AM-10:30AM
Social media is a lot like retail. The most important elements involve merchandising, interacting with fans and followers and having an eye for exciting things that people will enjoy. Join Lindsay Anvik as she puts concepts in social media into retail terminology so it’s easy to apply to your own business and see real world examples of how social media has helped businesses grow.
How To Wow Your Customers With Store Displays Speaker: Lindsay Anvik, CEO, See Endless, Inc.
11:00AM-12:00PM
Learn how to tell a story with your in-store displays that inspire customers to get excited about your products. Through this seminar, gain new tips and techniques on how to display new trends and popular topics that will wow your customers.
Real Americana: How to Develop the Right Made in the USA Assortment Speaker: Chris Lake, ARAMARK Parks and Destinations
2:0030PM-3:30PM
During this seminar, you will learn how to build a winning collection of made in the USA products that your customers are sure to love. You’ll also see how classification and interpretive messaging can help sell even more!
Hours:
Sunday, July 21
9 am-6 pm
Monday, July 22
9 am-6 pm
Tuesday, July 23
9 am-6 pm
Wednesday, July 24
9 am-3 pm
Where:
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
Conveniently located in the King of Prussia area
100 Station Ave., Oaks, PA 19456
SHOW CONTACTS:
For inquires or questions pertaining to the Philadelphia Gift Show, please call Urban Expositions at 1.800.318.2238 or
contact our show staff below:
