February 2012

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By Joseph W. Mellek III, associate editorial manager

ASD/AMD Trade Shows

ielsen Business Media’s Merchandise Group recently announced the addition of a new regional merchandise trade show, ASD/AMD Rosemont, to be held on November 2- 4, 2008 at the Donald E. Stephens Center in Rosemont, Ill., just outside of Chicago.

ASD/AMD Rosemont was developed to fulfill a need in the Midwest marketplace by bringing together merchandise buyers and sellers in the region, according to a press release from the company.

Rosemont, Ill., is central to the 10-state region that includes Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio and Wisconsin, providing for a dynamic merchandise marketplace. With marketing plans in place for new buyers and a built-in ASD/AMD buyer base of 7,000 in the region, this will prove to be a dynamic marketplace for exhibitors, according to the press release.

The profile of the ASD/AMD Midwest buyer base shows is: 58 percent owners and executive managers; and 42 percent, buyers, merchandise managers or store managers. This group also has a total average retail sales volume of $630,000 and is within 400 miles.

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The Ireland Show

Exhibitors will include Abbey Press, Avoca Handweavers, Bewley Irish Imports, Blarney Stone enterprises, Branigan Weavers, Cathedral Art Metal, Celtic Fashions, Dara Records, Fado Jewelry, Fragrances of Ireland, Galway Irish Crystal, Mullingar Pewter, Philip Gray Fine Art, Solvar Jewelry, Tipperary Crystal and Wales Tartan Centre.

Open to the trade only, the show’s hours will be 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 19, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday and Monday, April 20 and 21, and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22.

Retailer-oriented seminars will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Monday and Tuesday. Complimentary buffet dinners and concerts will be held on Sunday and Tuesday starting at 6 p.m.

Unlike any other trade show in the industry, The Ireland Show rewards retailers for attending. With every order placed, retailers are given a ticket to win tens of thousands of dollars in cash and prizes. Prizes include trips to Ireland and a store of merchandise, worth over $25,000.

M & M Gift Shows

Something very exciting is happening in the Smoky Mountains

Attendance was up 41 percent over last year as quality gift buyers discovered an exciting and diverse mix of merchandise.

“Our selection of merchandise gets better every year,” said Tiffany Tysiak and Heather Hoffman with IGES. “We are proud to represent some of the most creative, hard working and talented manufacturers in the gift industry.”

Compliments were overheard everywhere from buyers and vendors alike. “Every time I asked a buyer if they liked the show, we got only rave reviews,” said Becca Levie of Lip Notes. “If we could do only one show, it would be yours.”

A Note to Our 2008 Attendees:

Thank you for your interest in our show. We are so proud to be able to welcome you to our new home in the Smokies. We think you will agree, with approximately 1,000 booths, all in one location and all on one level, buying is pleasant and convenient. Additionally, you are able to enjoy affordable lodging facilities near the Sevierville Events Center. This year, lodging will include the brand new attached Wilderness Resort Water Park Hotel. Plenty of free close-in parking will be available, as well as an improved complimentary shuttle service. Stop by this November 6-11 to be impressed with the newest merchandise on the market. We welcome you to our new home, M & M Gift Shows Staff.