We look forward to welcoming you to the show! Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your experience:

 

  • AVOID THE LINES: TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR EXPRESS REGISTRATION 
    • Make sure you register for the show and have printed out your advanced registration confirmation to gain quick and easy entrance into our shows. 
  • BOOK YOUR HOTEL EARLY & SAVE WITH OUR LOW RATES
    • Book your hotel stay using our housing partner, Connections. Clarion Events has teamed up with Connections Housing to offer you deeply discounted hotel rates.
  • PRE-PLAN YOUR PURCHASES
  • GET TIME ASIDE TO WALK THE ENTIRE SHOW FLOOR 
    • You never know what you will find. That one item may be your next best-seller.
  • SAVE YOUR SOLES! WEAR COMFORTABLE SHOES
  • EAT, DRINK, SHOP, REPEAT
    • Drink plenty of fluids and make sure to take breaks to eat or enjoy a quick snack.
  • BRING PLENTY OF BUSINESS CARDS & YOUR CREDIT SHEET
  • BRING A NOTE PAD AND PEN TO TAKE NOTES
    • After you have viewed products and talked with the vendor, be sure to jot down some notes to reference at a later date.
  • NETWORK WITH OTHER BUYERS TO SEE WHAT IS TRENDING IN THEIR STORES
    • Speak to fellow retailers about what’s working and not working in their store. From trending products to management techniques. Help each other out!