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new products LCD eWriters are Eco-Friendly IMPROV ELECTRONICS has introduced two new Boogie Board LCD eWriter models, the Boogie Board Jot 4.5 LCD eWriter and the Boogie Board Sync 9.7 LCD eWriter. Boogie Board LCD eWriters are eco-friendly, electronic writers that utilize Reflex® No Power LCD technology and enable consumers to join the paperless revolution. Boogie Board LCD eWriters are made of shatterproof plastic, and offer a sleek, contemporary industrial design and enhanced functionality, says Improv Electronics CEO Dr. Albert Green. With the Boogie Board Sync 9.7 LCD eWriter, users can save hundreds of pages in SD memory and then transfer files directly to a computer, tablet, smartphone or other mobile device instantly and wirelessly via Bluetooth. The 9.7-inch, pressure sensitive writing surface is said to provide the precision and control of a fine
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Handy Tool Stores in a Wallet WHEN IT comes to the Pocket Monkey, a credit card size tool that provides the functionality of a pocketknife, necessity truly was the mother of invention. Nate Barr, a mechanical engineer, created the innovative device after he locked himself out of his apartment one too many times. “I lived in the North end of Boston,” Barr recalls, “and I’d commonly grab my wallet and go out. When I’d get back to my apartment, I’d be reminded that my door locked automatically and I’d forgotten the key.” Because the deadbolt hadn’t been thrown, Barr was able to use a credit card to circumvent the lock, but that action was taking its toll on his card. It was then that Barr thought the solution would be a piece of metal he could keep in his wallet. From there, Barr embellished the concept of a flat piece of metal by adding multiple functions, and the Pocket Monkey was born. The device has more than
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new products Nail Candy is a Yummy Treat NAIL CANDY, nail polish in a pen, provides salon quality features that enable users of all ages to create artistic, colorful nail art. The product is a combination of salon quality nail polish, a brush and a unique patented micro-tip. “Before this product, you needed expensive and intricate tools, such as fine paint brushes, craft paint, and dotting and striping tools,” explains Caroline Lee, director of public relations and social networking for the company. With Nail Candy, a user can paint or brush nails in a solid color and then use the micro tip and real salon nail polish to create a design. Jayme Parro, company president, has been in the consumer goods industry for more than 20 years, and utilizes his branding experience to effectively package and market the product to consumers. Nail Candy pens are bundled in eight regular canisters, each with a unique fashion theme, plus the Bling It
On, which has rhinestones on the bottom of the pen. Canisters contain two pen choices and a total of 25 pens. Each pen has two colors, so each canister has a four-color collection. “We suggest retailers use the 25th pen as a demo product,” Jayme Parro remarks. The minimum order is one canister. Wholesale pricing is available upon request and retail is between $8 and $10. “The canister is only a six square inch footprint, and we encourage retailers to put it by their cash registers. It’s a great add-on or impulse purchase.” ■
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Sound Effects for Gifts CLEVER KIDS often become inventive adults, as is the case with Neil Adams, creator of Don’t Shake it sound effects for gifts. “When I was a child,” Adams shares, “I would put pennies and marbles and other things in with a gift so that when the person shook it, they would have a hard time guessing what was inside.” Recently, when Adams was wrapping a gift for someone, the idea for this product came to mind, and Adams, who has a technical background, began doing some research and prototyping his device. Today, Don’t Shake it is available in two versions, pre-recorded with the sound of breaking glass, as well as recordable. The company provides samples on its website and on its free mobile app, such as an alarm, a siren and a barking puppy, which can be downloaded. “We will be adding more pre-recorded sounds, as well,” Adams notes. Users simply turn on Don’t Shake it and 22
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place it inside a gift box, and the sound is activated when the box is moved. The product has been very well received, Adams comments. “We had a number of people stop by our booth at ASD and tell us ours was one of the more interesting new products at the show.” Don’t Shake it wholesales for $2.50 and retails for $4.95. Initial orders of 50 pieces, which includes a free display that holds 36 items, are preferred. “We recommend retailers place a small gift box with one of these in it next to the display so people can shake it and see exactly how it works.” ■
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new products Kids Brush for a Song ON AVERAGE, people brush their teeth for 45 to 75 seconds, far below the recommended two minutes. Anish Patel, CEO of Brush Buddies, set out to change that with the creation of a line of toothbrushes that aims to make brushing fun. In addition to the company’s standard, talking and poppin’ toothbrushes, using cute animals and various methods to engage children, Brush Buddies has introduced singing brushes. “We have Justin Beiber, Lady Gaga, LMFAO, Psy and One Direction, and when you press the button, the toothbrush plays a song for two minutes,” Patel explains. In talks with other artists, Patel says he will be adding more songs to the line. “We are the number one selling licensed manual toothbrush,” Patel notes. “We beat out licenses such as Disney, Marvel and Hello Kitty, and it’s because our product is a huge impulse buy. Our packaging drives sales by showcasing the artist and the song in the tooth-
brush. Consumers can try the song before they buy the product.” Singing brushes retail from $9.99 to $14.95, wholesale pricing is available upon request. Another important point, Patel continues, is that the company makes the products very attractive to the end user. “When consumers go to our website and register, we give them a set of brush heads and batteries for free. For the price, they are getting a lot more value than any other product on the market.” The minimum order is one case of 24 pieces, and free point-ofpurchase displays are available. ■
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Lamps Customized & Personalized WHETHER A customer is passionate about sports, music, travel or décor art, Lamp-In-A-Box creates a unique selection of lamps that will light up their lives. Lamp-In-A-Box has nearly 1,000 designs, many of which are original artwork designed by the company’s graphics team. It also has licensed products, such as Coca Cola, the Beatles, Ford Motor Co. and the Saturday Evening Post. In addition to its licensed collections, popular designs include the nature décor art, such as the Grey Stones and the Horsetail, and the Paris postcards, says Carleen Endres, office manager. “People also can design their own lamps. They can use original artwork and choose the background color and base. We have six, good quality bases from which to choose, as well as the swag pendant hanging lamp, which is 16 inches in diameter and has a 15 foot cord.” The lampshades are made of polyester 24
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and the lamp bases are steel. Wholesale prices range from $13.95 to $39.95, and retail price is generally double wholesale. The minimum order is a case pack of four lamps. A point-of-purchase display is sold for $200 and includes four lamps. The Lamp-In-A-Box website has a wholesale webpage that displays all of the available images and item codes on one page. Retailers can filter by category, choose the images that are best for their customer base and print a contact sheet to compile a catalog. The lamps are handmade in Los Angeles. ■
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new products Gently Brush Away Fuzz & Fur THE LILLY Brush is specially designed with nylon bristles to be delicate, yet effective, when removing lint, pills and pet hair from natural fibers such as wool, cashmere and cotton. Other products that remove pills from clothing are too aggressive, and can make a hole in fragile fabrics, says Henry Strazza, director of Operations at Lilly Brush Company. To use the patent pending product, one places a garment on a firm surface and, applying moderate pressure, sweeps the Lilly Brush across it in any direction. For best results, the company recommends that users occasionally pinch and discard the collected pills from the surface of the brush throughout the process. Lilly Brush is available in both red and graphite grey, and wholesales for $5.95, with volume discounts available, retail is $12.95. The minimum order is 12 brushes, and shipping is free on initial orders. A point-of-purchase
display is included. Elsie Hamilton, company founder and president, developed the brush after she experienced some life changing events, one of which was adopting a rescue dog from a Denver, CO, animal shelter, Strazza explains. Hamilton, an artist, always had a vision of designing a product, and adopting Lilly inspired her to invent a new kind of brush to pick up dog hair and more from sweaters and other surfaces. Lilly Brush, designed to last for years, can be used on upholstery as well as on clothing, and comes in a carrying case. ■
Lilly Brush Co. 6750 South Lima Street, #200, Englewood, CO 80112 Tel.: 855-LILLYBRUSH Email: sales@lillybrush.com Website: lillybrush.com
Swypers Go Beyond Bumper Stickers SWYPERS, INTERCHANGEABLE signs that attach to a vehicle’s rear wiper blade, are for the driving enthusiast who wants to use his or her car to promote a team or candidate, or display a silly saying, but who doesn’t want to damage the car’s finish. Swypers also may be for retailers looking for a made in the USA novelty item with loads of sales potential. “More than 50 percent of U.S. vehicles have rear windshield wipers, and there are roughly 216 million registered vehicles in the U.S.,” notes Mike Gold, CEO of the company. “This means there is a target market of more than 100 million vehicles.” The product also mounts to bicycles, golf carts, wheelchairs, scooters and more. Furthermore, thousands of interchangeable signs are available with both licensed and non-licensed images. Swypers wholesale for $5.40 apiece, with volume discounts available, and retail for $14.99. The minimum 26
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order is 25 pieces, and the company sells point-of-purchase displays. “If you were going to a sporting event, you could display a sign to promote your team,” Gold explains. “Then, if you wanted to show your support for a political candidate, you could pop off the team plate and pop on the candidate sign.” A lot of people don’t like to put bumper stickers on their cars because they are difficult to remove, he adds. Swypers give people the opportunity to express their opinions yet can be easily detached within seconds. ■
Swypers LLC 801 Main St., Vancouver, WA 98660 Toll Free: 855-SWYPERS (799-7377) Email: mike@swypers.com Website: swypers.com
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new products Solar Powered MoonBeams SOLPALS PRODUCES unique, high quality hybrid lighting products that are eye-catching and popular with consumers. One of its newest introductions, MoonBeam, is a solar powered hybrid nightlight that is easy to use and install. The user attaches the product to any window exposed to sunlight, and it charges during the day and automatically illuminates the room with a soft light at night. All MoonBeams have the option to either use solar power only or to use built-in technology that uses the stored solar energy first, then automatically switches to two backup alkaline batteries. The solar cell will automatically turn the solar nightlight on at dusk and off at dawn, with the option of a manual on/off button. Being eco-friendly is very appealing to today’s consumer, as is safety, and using a MoonBeam rather than a traditional nightlight eliminates fire and electrical safety hazards.
MoonBeam hybrid nightlights are available in two styles. MoonBeam full size, which wholesales for $14.98 and retails for $29.99, comes in sports, garden and starry night designs, and is available in an array of colors. It offers 12 hours of charge plus 100 hours of backup and includes one AA Ni-Cd rechargeable battery. MoonBeam mini projectors, also available in multiple colors, wholesales for $9.98 with a retail price of $19.95, and provides eight hours of full charge plus 24 hours backup. The mini also includes one AAA Ni-Cd rechargeable battery. The minimum order is four units per style/color, and drop shipping is available. ■
SolPals Salt Lake City, UT Tel.: 877-SOLPALS (877-765-7257) Email: ron@solpals.com Website: www.solpals.com
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Mit’s A Hit THE HIT Mit is a double-sided lightweight foam paddle that fits like a glove, making it easy for anyone to play “tennis” virtually anywhere. Fredi Brodmann, product designer and owner of the Hit Mit, fashioned the product after his patented Brodmann Blades wooden table tennis paddles. With both Brodmann Blades and the Hit Mit, the player’s hand becomes the paddle, allowing for ultimate ball control, Brodmann says. Brodmann is no stranger to innovation, having also created watches throughout his career, nor is he new to the game of ping-pong. Still, it was at the beach that the idea for Brodmann Blades came to him while playing catch with a Velcro paddle and ball. After diving for a shot and landing in the sand, Brodmann says he was struck by the idea of a ping-pong paddle on the hand. Later, during one of his visits to the factory where Brodmann Blades were being produced, Brodmann
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discovered a pile of black, paddle shaped foam plates. The plates were remnants from packaging and were considered trash, but not to Brodmann. With his partner, Michael Young, the two began tinkering and the result is today’s Hit Mit. The product is sold in a set of two paddles, three balls and a net. It is available in blue, green, orange, red, pink and purple. Wholesale pricing is $10 and the product retails for $19.95. The minimum order is 24 sets, and a point-of-purchase display is free with the purchase of 36 sets. Numerous promotional videos are available on the company’s website. ■
The Hit Mit Toll Free: 877-782-3832 Tel.: 201-456-9733 Email: info@thehitmit.com Website: www.thehitmit.com
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new products StacheTATS for Any Occasion STACHETATS, TEMPORARY mustache tattoos, are the brainchild of Arthur Jaffee and Trace Adams, former University of Colorado football teammates. The duo launched StacheTATS in November of 2012 with its Jabroni series, and now creates, among others, holiday, glitter and glow in the dark, cause, flag and college “staches.” We have all sorts of colors, sizes and shapes,” says Adams. “We do realistic hair looking staches, bright pink ones for breast cancer and we’re licensed with various colleges right now.” One of the company’s official licensed StacheTATS, for example, is for Florida State. “It says Seminoles across the mustache and then has a little cheek symbol of their mascot.” StacheTATS is working on getting NHL, NBA, NFL and NASCAR licensing, Adams shares, and expects to introduce these products this summer. StacheTATS temporary tattoos are suitable for any
game, event, holiday, party or daily use, according to Adams. The product comes in two sizes. The large size holds four to six mustaches, wholesales for $3.50 and retails for $6.99. The junior size holds two to three mustaches, and wholesales for $2.50 and retails for $4.99. The minimum order is $100 and pointof-purchase displays are free with a $250 order. Products are waterproof, sweat proof and smile proof. They feature 100 percent FDA certified eco-ink, and each package includes step-by-step application instructions and alcohol wipes for easy tattoo removal. ■
StacheTATS 425 S. McClintock Dr., Suite 1, Tempe, AZ 85281 Tel.: 303-416-0575 • Fax: 623-208-4554 Email: sales@stachetats.com Website: www.stachetats.com
Bling Bejewels Bandages BOO BOO Bling looks like a piece of jewelry that, when placed on a bandage, transforms it from boring to beautiful. Product developer and Boo Boo Bling LLC president, Rita Sevigny, came up with the idea when she was getting ready to attend an elegant event and a necessary bandage was marring her look. “I had this beautiful dress on and this ugly bandage,” she recalls. “Just for fun, I put some bling on it.” To Sevigny’s surprise, her bandaged bling became the talk of the party. “Everyone was telling me I had to do something with it,” so Sevigny began the process of seeking a manufacturer, and getting a patent and trademark. Boo Boo Bling wholesale for $2.50 apiece and come in a box of 50 packages, which can be utilized as a display case, for $125. Retail price is $5.99 each. “I’m willing to work with smaller venues as far as a
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minimum order,” Sevigny assures, “but retailers like the 50 piece box because they sell quickly.” Each Boo Boo Bling package contains three sizes of seven stickers and seven bandages. The sticker, which covers the bandage, fits on brand name bandages, as well as on those in the package. Three designs, each in several colors, are presently available, and Boo Boo Bling LLC will customize designs and packaging for orders of 5,000 pieces or more. The product launched in January and already Boo Boo Bling is creating custom orders for Sephora, a French brand and chain of cosmetics stores. ■
Boo Boo Bling LLC 127 Concord St., Glendale, CA 91203 Tel.: 818-335-1940 Email: info@boobooblingshop.com Website: www.boobooblingshop.com
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new products Cover Girl Cubic Zirconia Collection ZIVA GEM LLC recently launched its Cover Girl Collection, a line of top quality cubic zirconia jewelry. “Everything is assembled in the USA,” states Marc Klein, president, who has been in the cubic zirconia industry for 30 years. “We set our flawless cubic zirconia studs in every metal, including plated base metal, sterling silver and 14 karat gold, yet we’re price competitive with the China market.” While Ziva Gem also makes cubic zirconia pendants and rings, its niche is the stud earring. “We take a staple in every woman’s wardrobe and make it in every size, shape and color in genuine cubic zirconia,” Klein mentions. The company creates the ever-popular round and square, as well as marquise, pear, oval, heart and triangle, shapes. Cover Girl cubic zirconia earrings are available in clear, ruby, black, lavender, amethyst, pink, champagne, yellow and orange. Ziva Gem cubic zirconia studs are presently being
sold in many department and specialty chain stores throughout the U.S. “Our Cover Girl brand is a guaranteed seller,” Klein points out. “America’s two biggest drug store chains are currently working on Cover Girl backto-school orders.” This brand offers retailers tremendous profit margins, he adds. Wholesale price for a pair of cubic zirconia studs begins under $1 with MSRP up to $9.99. The minimum order is $100. Ziva Gem has a dual-purpose display that can stand on a counter or hang from an endcap, and it holds 48 pairs of earrings. The company offers custom programs as well. ■
Ziva Gem LLC 350 5th Avenue, Suite 4210, Empire State Building New York, NY 10118 Tel.: 646-416-5828 • Email: mklein@zivagem.com Website: www.zivagem.com
New Game Levels the Playing Field SMAKABALL IS a lively game of catch that people of all ages can enjoy, says product inventor, Rami Zein. An architect, Zein says the idea came to him while floating in a pool. Playing around with a swimming noodle, Zein fashioned it into a loop just as a beach ball floated by. “My friend made a loop with his noodle, and I scooped up the ball and smacked it to him,” Zein recalls, and the game was on. It was so unusual that Zein patented it and then launched a rough prototype at the 2012 Toy Fair in New York. The degree of attention the toy received astounded everyone, he says. “I decided to have it manufactured seriously and took the finished product to the Toy Fair this year. It’s selling like hotcakes.” The product has no netting or backing, Zein explains, and it is friction that catches the ball. Players can catch the ball either underhand or overhand and, 32
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with its pause and catch setup, people of different athletic prowess can play well together. While SMAKABALL is a great recreational activity, he notes, physical education teachers and physical therapists also find the product useful. SMAKABALL is presently available in a blue/ orange combination, and additional colors as well as NCAA and NFL licensing are in the works. The product retails for $21.99 and has a wholesale price of $11, it is sold in sets that contain two catchers and a ball. The minimum order is 12 sets, and volume discounts are available. ■
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THE EXFOLIATING Soap Pocket Shower Buddy is a new bathing product that lets consumers exfoliate all body areas with either bar soap or body wash. Made of 100 percent nylon, the product has three pockets that are secured with Velcro, and looped handles at both ends for easy back and forth scrubbing. Janel McBrayer, product inventor and company CEO, says consumers love the Shower Buddy for several reasons. “It’s economical. Once you put a bar of soap in a pocket, it works until that soap is completely gone. It eliminates hazards because you are no longer dropping slippery bars of soap, stepping on them and falling. It is a health product because proper skin care requires exfoliation. And, the lather is tremendous, even from the smallest bar of soap.” After bathing, the Shower Buddy is hung to dry, and it has been McBrayer’s experience that the product does not mold or mildew. The Exfoliating Soap Pocket Shower Buddy comes in several vibrant colors, including chocolate, emerald, passion, peacock, pumpkin, snow and teal. Additional colors are available, as well as private branding, with large quantity orders. Exfoliating Soap Pocket Shower Buddy wholesales from $5.50 to $7 and retails for $14.95, it is packaged in a hangtag, and the minimum order is 12 pieces. Demonstrating the product helps to sell it to consumers, McBrayer adds. “Outside of the shower, it is a phenomenal back scratcher.” ■
D NOW Inc. is an importer of a large selection of bubble toys and bubbles, as well as novelty items and stationary. Recently, the company began distributing the brand name “Uncle Bubble,” a high quality bubble solution that can make giant, long lasting bubbles. D Now Inc.’s newest product is the Ultra Bouncing Bubble kit, which includes a small glove, a large glove, one bottle of bouncing bubble solution, a bubble wand, a bubble tube and a tray. The Ultra Bouncing Bubble kit allows users to create durable bubbles for bouncing, catching and playing ping-pong. To make a bubble with either the wand or the tube, the user dips one device in the solution and slowly and gently blows one bubble. To make a larger bouncing bubble, the user dips both the wand and the tube into the solution, and while gently blowing into the tube, uses the wand to guide the bubble’s growth. The company does not recommend blowing more than one bubble at a time, as each bubble lasts longer than ordinary bubbles. The Ultra Bouncing Bubble kit wholesales for $5.99 and retails for $11.99. The minimum order is 16 units, which come in a colorful, eyecatching box. D Now Inc. has a video section on its website where retailers can see how the different bubble products are used. ■
TOBY KEITH wrote a song about the red Solo cup, a well-known disposable beverage container commonly used at colleges and parties. It was that song that inspired Frank Ritchie, sales manager of Crossover Marketing, to take on the job of creating The Red Cup Buddy, a red plastic cup and cozy in one. There are cozies for many types of beverage containers, Ritchie points out, “but no one had made a cozy for a red plastic cup.” The product has taken off, especially in the southern U.S., he adds. “One of our customers, a home décor store based in Tennessee, has reordered three times. It has 500 locations.” Crossover Marketing offers around 120 Red Cup Buddy designs, with two of the most popular being zebra and green camouflage. “We also create custom designs, even for the smaller mom and pop shops.” The company provides point-of-purchase materials, including a red bucket that looks like a very large red cup. “Customers can put our products in the bucket, and it helps them sell,” Ritchie explains. The Red Cup Buddy wholesales for $3 each, and retails from $5.99 to $6.99. There is no minimum order, and retailers can purchase individual patterns in sets of 12. The company also offers an assortment of 72 pieces, which contains three pieces of each of 24 patterns. “We pride ourselves on good customer service,” Ritchie stresses. “If a design isn’t working for a customer, we’ll take it back.” ■
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UNDERPAWS IS the only exterior car door protector that lets one’s best friend enjoy the travel experience without damaging doors. Made in the USA, the product’s patent pending design allows for a universal fit on most cars and trucks, and is easy to apply and remove. UnderPAWS is made of extra thick magnetic material and UV laminate coating to protect and extend its life. Pete, a King Charles Spaniel, is at the heart of it all, Julie Miller, company president, shares. “Pete goes with me everywhere I go,” she explains, and he enjoys letting it all hang out, the car window that is. “One day, I realized that all my car doors were scratched.” Closing the window wasn’t an option because Pete had learned how to open it, so Miller searched for another solution. “When I found there wasn’t one, I made my own.” UnderPAWS is available in eight designs and two solid colors. The dog bones pattern, “Bad to the Bone” and the white and black paw print, “Faux Paw,” are two of the most popular renditions. The “Hot Diggety Dog” flame design is also a hot seller. The product has a wholesale price of $20 and retail is $39.99. UnderPAWS comes in a cardboard sleeve that is designed for retail display as well as for product storage. It has a window to showcase the product and explains what it is and how to apply it. There is no minimum order but shipping is free on orders of 12 or more pieces. ■
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Suncloth Shields CONSUMERS WHO unwittingly expose themselves to harmful sunrays while in a vehicle will delight in the Suncloth, a patented protective cloth. It began when Sheila Bryan, the product developer, noticed dark spots on her forearm, recalls Edward Bryan. It was sun damage caused by constant exposure to UVB and UVA rays while commuting to work in her car under the California sun. “After some long hard thinking, my wife came up with the idea for Suncloth. We did extensive research and together we refined the product,” Bryan, a corrections officer, explains. “We started selling it to officers and nurses I work with who commute, and we found there was a big market for it. There is nothing else like it so we patented it.” Suncloths, which attach to seat belts, are available in tropical pink, zebra, leopard, chocolate brown and gray. They are about five inches wide and nine inches tall. One box holds 160 pieces and each Suncloth is packaged in a clear plastic bag with a punch hole for pegboard display. There is no minimum order but Bryan recommends retailers carry a minimum of 25 to 50 pieces, five to 10 of each color, to determine which is the best seller in a given market. Suncloths wholesale for $5 apiece and retail for $17.99 to $19.99, the $5 unit price includes shipping in the lower 48 states. With orders of 160 pieces, the company supplies signs to display with its logo, “Why burn, just cover up,” so customers get an idea of what the product does. ■
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by Egyptian born, Shwikar (Shu Shu) El Tonobi. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Her designs fly off the shelf,â&#x20AC;? Norton comments. Another hot item is Druzy gemstone jewelry. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Druzy is fabulous and affordable, and I keep telling people to buy it because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to go up and up in price.â&#x20AC;? Not only is Linda Norton on top of whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trending, she is always on hand to share tips with exhibitors that will help them showcase and sell their merchandise. At another show, Norton says she noticed a jewelry company complaining to the promoter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They had their merchandise displayed on dark cloths, on tables all of the same height,â&#x20AC;? Norton recalls. To attract buyers, Norton suggests people use different patterns, varying heights and colorful fabrics to break up the space and elevate the eye. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People have to make full use of the space they have.â&#x20AC;? Norton shares another example: â&#x20AC;&#x153;At one of our shows, a jeweler came in from Peru and was showing a video of their native land.â&#x20AC;? To generate a greater buzz, Norton recommended the exhibitor post large pictures
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6) Avoid lengthy content. Web shoppers know what they are looking for, and they don’t want to wade through wordy paragraphs to find it. Be pithy and to the point. Your website copy is critical. Ideally, your copywriter should have strong search engine optimization (SEO) skills, and write copy that is persuasive, not pushy. You must have a consistent
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web profits A/B Testing with Google Content Experiments ANY ONLINE retailer who is serious about increasing sales knows that ongoing testing of design elements is essential. There are many ways to achieve this, including custom coded, paid and free solutions. In the past, one of the better free options was Google’s Website Optimizer (GWO). However, in August of 2012, Google discontinued GWO and replaced it with Content Experiments. Google says the move brings A/B testing to anyone who wants to use it, with no technical skills needed. They also point to it being completely integrated with Google Analytics, whereas GWO had its own reporting area outside of Analytics. It is true that the move has made it easier to set up an A/B test, as less tracking code is needed and setup is faster. Still, many advocates of GWO are not convinced that Content Experiments has any real value outside of static landing pages. While GWO worked well with dynamic and static pages alike, Content Experiments
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requires a different URL landing page for each test variation. This can be difficult to achieve with dynamically generated content, making the, “no technical skills needed,” claim seem like it pertains only to non-dynamic content. This alone makes Content Experiments seem totally impractical for ecommerce driven sites, which are typically comprised of data driven dynamic content. Despite falling short in certain areas, Content Experiments offers some value. Here is a look at the pros and cons of Content Experiments.
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completely separate landing pages for each test. For example, a product page runs from a single template, which dynamically inserts the product ID into the URL to display the content, yet the page itself technically remains the same in nature. In order to develop a variant for the test, one would need to duplicate the original URL, defeating the purpose of dynamic content, and then add to that URL some type of test indicator so Google knows what to display.
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New Suppliers, if you want your company to be in this listing and reach 125,000 retailers / resellers monthly, please call 1-800-999-8281 ext. 126 or Email amber@sumnercom.com The following listings are a selection of the wholesale suppliers you can find on www.WholesaleCentral.com.
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NINA ROSSI JEANS www ninarossi com www.ninarossi.com
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ORANGE ZONE www.Orangezoneinc.com
213-748-2328
WHOLESALE EXPRESS wsesports.com
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800-366-2660
856-939-5151
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213-488-0691
LANCY ONLINE INC. www.LancyNY.com
718-821-8168
MICHELLE AND SCOTT’S www.wholesaleimport.com
901-767-0838
MY WHOLESALE ROUTE www.mywholesaleroute.com
201-567-2827
Manufacturer of “JUST DARLING COLLECTION”. Importer & Wholesaler of Over 4,000 Products: Childrenswear, Accessories, Shoes, T-Shirts, School Uniforms, Christening Wear, Formal Wear, Baby Goods, Christian & Hispanic/Mexican Products, Baseball Caps, Bridals, Rhinestone Jewelry, Hosiery, Etc. We Ship Worldwide. Our 22nd Year!!
ORIENTAL APPAREL INC. 386-383-2618 wholesalecentral.com/orientalapparel/store.cfm
FASHION WEAR PLUS INC. 813-949-6060 fashionwearplus.com
PRIMETIME CLOTHING www.primetimeclothing.com
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GREAT LAKES WHOLE. www.glwholesale.com
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OPERA FASHION ACC. www.operawholesale.com
213-7446-1312
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213-627-2398
KOLE IMPORTS www.koleimports.com
800-874-7766
ROCKEY TRADING CO. www.rockeytrading.com
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SANDY’S OUTLET ENT. monalei.com
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718-786-8540
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Amazing variety of items for children and crafts. Apparel, leg warmers, hats, bloomers, hair accessories, jewelry, squeaker shoes, decorative resins, felties and more.
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417-762-5511
GLOBAL CRAFTS www.globalcraftsb2b.com
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MAIN STREET WHOLE. 336-419-0730 www.mainstreetwholesalers.com
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LEMON TREE TRADING 213-747-3410 www.wholesalefashionplace.com
323-589-2015
26 CALIFORNIA BAZAR www.26cb.com
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FASHION ACCESSORIES
D & D FLORIDA IMPORT www.ddflimport.com
770-582-6688
417-762-5511
Wholesaler of general merchandise. Handbags, Tools, Fashion Access., Gifts, Luggage, Knives, Toys, Novelties, Candles, Automotive and more.
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213-745-3065
HOT BUCKLES, INC. 877-628-2553 www.hotbuckles.com/wholesalebeltbuckles 888-882-0005
INTERNATIONAL PIONEER 213-765-8007 internationalpioneer.com
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MERCHANDIZE LIQUID. 754-204-0740 www.merchandizeliquidators.com MOSQUITNO LLC shop.mosquitnoband.com
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MVP TRADING CO., INC. www.mvptrading.com
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ONE TREE LLC www.onetreebrands.com
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HOME DÉCOR / HOUSEWARES ALLTEX IMPORTS INC. www.alltexinc.com
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PAMPERED PRINCESS 585-266-7040 www.shoppamperedprincess.com PHILLIPS INTERNATIONAL 800-432-3636 www.cooljewels.com PURSE IMPORT 972-243-9090 www.herstationhandbags.com
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RINADON.COM www.rinadon.com
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PERFUME CENTER OF AM. 516-348-1124 www.perfume-center.com
SALES ONE LLC www.bodyvibe.com
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PERFUME MARKET www.perfumemarket.net
SAM’S ONE www.samsoneinc.com
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PET SUPPLIES
THE WELMAN GROUP www.wholesalesterling.com
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WHOLESALE HI-LADY www.wholesalepetgo.com
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THE EXTRA MILE www.thextramile.com
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CTS WHOLESALE LLC 800-796-3486 www.ctswholesalesunglasses.com NEVA ENTERPRISES www.olympiceyewear.com
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HENRY BRANDT & COM. www.HENRYBRANDT.COM
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SOLAR FASHIONS INC. www.solarfashionsnyc.com
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MASTER CUTLERY INC. www.mastercutlery.com
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CUTTING EDGE PROD. 252-830-5577 www.cuttingedgeproducts.net
ST LOUIS WHOLESALE stlouiswholesale.com
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PANTHER TRADING CO. www.pantherwholesale.com
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TOPPER INT’L LIQUID. www.topperliquidators.com
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800-237-7640
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PREMIER WHOLESALE 877-247-9465 www.wholesalecentral.com/premierwholesaler
USELL-WESOURCE.COM www.usell-wesource.com
TURKEY CREEK TRADING 410-368-8307 wholesalecentral.com/turkeycreekco/Store.cfm
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IMMENSE FASHIONS 541-508-0486 www.wholesalecentral.com/immensefashion
CHENG’S ENTERPRISE www.easyusafootwear.com
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MERLING INC merlingwholesale.com
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JAFRUM INTERNATIONAL 704-494-4313 www.jafrum.com
VERONACOLLECTION www.veronacollection.net
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DUKE IMPORTS, INC. www.dukeimports.com
972-484-0100
888-396-3963
BOOKS OF LOVE www.booksoflove.com
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ARTEZZI LLC 866-611-9740 www.SunglassWholesale.com
COUNTRY CLUB USA 908-352-5400 www.countryclubproducts.com
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TRIPPO NOVELTY, INC. 800-536-5559 www.wholesalecentral.com/trippo/Store.cfm
A & A CRAFT INC. www.anacraftinc.com
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company profile Time Will Sell WATCH WHOLESALERS sells a wide range of name brand designer watches, including Armitron, Casio, Columbia, MIO, Pulsar, Seiko, Timex and others. The company has been in business since 1991, and offers many popular designs within each of its brands. Casio and Timex are consistently well received, says Kristie Steiger, customer service manager. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have been around forever, and continue to appeal to customers. Along with Ice, Converse and Seiko, they always design a range of fashionable styles,â&#x20AC;? she adds. Casioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s G-Shock digital watch, model DW9052-1V, for example, is a very popular item, Steiger points out. Great for active work or play, the 200-meter water resistant product has quartz movement, a countdown timer, a second stopwatch, a daily alarm and several other features. Casioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mudman Solar Atomic watch also provides sought after functionality, including world time (48 cities), dual second stopwatches, five alarms, flash alert and a countdown timer. The solar powered piece is water resistant as well. As MIOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distributor, Watch
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company update AFG Offers Vaporizers & More AFG DISTRIBUTION, formerly All Fun Gifts, was founded in 1999 and has grown to become a “One Stop Alternative Wholesaler.” The company distributes more than 8,000 products in 50 categories, and is constantly augmenting its selection of merchandise. AFG Distribution caters to an array of businesses, including tobacco outlets, convenience stores, clothing boutiques, spas and novelty retailers. Merchandise categories include body products, clothing and accessories, electronics, fun gifts, home décor, smoking products, storage items and supplements. “We continue to grow because we give our customers the best products at the best prices,” says Chad Kletschka, product manager at AFG. “We’ve found that many times, instead of trying to source the best products from other companies, we can do better by manufacturing them ourselves.” As a result, AFG Distribution has introduced
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several new items. Vaporizers, intended for smoking legal herbal blends and tobacco without actually burning the materials, are one of the best selling smoking accessories on the market. In addition to carrying several brands and styles of this product, AFG began manufacturing its own line of five Pulsar Aromatherapy Vaporizers to provide even more options. They retail for $60 to $90. Another popular line that the company recently introduced is Shire Pipes. “Our wooden pipes are available in a variety of shapes and sizes for tobacco smokers,” Kletschka notes. “We have more than 40 unique pipes, ranging in size from two to three inches to 10 to 12 inches.” Shire Pipes retail for $25 to $50. AFG Distribution has also expanded its line of e-cigarettes, with the Buck Naked line. “E-cigarette sales are booming, and we have developed our own line, which includes disposable continued on page 81
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company update Safety Products Sell SAFETY TECHNOLOGY is a drop ship wholesaler of a wide variety of self-defense products from leading industry names such as MACE, Pepper Shot, Wildfire and Stun Master. The company also sells hidden cameras, and spy and surveillance systems. Company president, Michael Gravette, a Vietnam War veteran, started the business in 1986. For Gravette, his business is about helping people help themselves. “The police can only get involved after the damage has been done,” Gravette notes. Safety Technology’s products offer the first real line of defense. “These products are high impulse buys,” Gravette explains, “and retailers who get them in front of consumers will sell them.” Retailers can choose from several wholesale startup packages, which combine some of the company’s more popular items. These include the Toe ‘n the Water package, which wholesales for a discounted price of about $60, and retails for around $220. The package contains four leatherette holsters,
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company update Polarview Gets U.S. Patent POLARVIEW, A sunglasses lens developed by Sunglass Manufacturing Group, has been awarded a U.S. technology patent. “Getting a patent is an accomplishment, and it proves there is something different about our lenses,” states Bill Fisher, COO. “The U.S. Patent and Trademark office doesn’t issue a patent unless the product is significant enough to warrant one.” Polarview lenses are unique in that they block horizontal, or high frequency, wavelengths, yet allow low frequency wavelengths to come through, he explains. High frequency wavelengths are the brighter ones, such as the sun’s reflection off water, and lower wavelengths, for example, are colors on a digital instrumentation screen. “Polarized lenses were invented in 1912, and there weren’t too many digital screens then,” he jests. “Today, everyone brings their digital devices, like a Kindle and a
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cell phone, outdoors. Most recently, the complaint was from fishermen. They liked the fact that polarized lenses enabled them to see the fish through glare on the water, but then they had to take off their glasses to see their instrumentation.” Fisher, along with David Zeuner, CEO of Sunglass Manufacturing Group, set out to change that and developed Polarview. The technology is beneficial in a variety of settings, including biking, skiing and running, and it is not expensive. “Polarview costs less than a polarized lens, so we are able to offer our sunglasses at relatively the same price as standard sunglasses,” Fisher stresses. “This means, for the first time, retailers are able to increase their sales margin without increasing their wholesale cost.” Presently, a dozen pair of Polarview sunglasses wholesales for $24 to $36, and retails for $12.99 to $19.99 per pair. Sunglass Manufacturing Group is expanding into a line that will
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category over the last year. A lot of retail stores are adding some grocery to their lines to increase sales. Many of our loads are items that people want, but don’t need, and of course, grocery is a need item.” Furniture loads also have been popular lately, Orr points out, and
Continental recently formed exclusive relationships with several furniture companies. In particular, upholstered and leather furniture, and outdoor furniture is getting a lot of interest from retailers. A bit upscale, continued on page 95
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closeouts/liquidations GENCO Excels in Reverse Logistics GENCO, A privately held company founded in 1898, offers a comprehensive suite of forward and reverse third-party logistics services throughout North America. “We work with six of the top 10 retailers and two of the top three dot com retailers, and our annual sales are $1.5 billion,” says Don Rendulic, director of Marketing and Communications. “We have 140 operations throughout North America, of which 43 are focused on managing returns.” GENCO’s sweet spot with retailers, he adds, is reverse logistics, also known as centralized returns management. “We are the undisputed leader in this area. Our executive chairman is the driving force behind the reverse logistics concept, and we have software that nobody in the industry has been able to replicate.” By processing everything through its returns centers, GENCO lowers the overall cost of product ownership throughout the supply chain, Rendulic explains. “Products either go back to the vendor or we’ll do test-repair-refurb and resale, while
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other merchandise goes straight to liquidations.” When retailers don’t want products sold in the secondary market, GENCO will have them destroyed and sell the recycled metals and other materials on the commodities market. “We capture additional value, as well as minimize the environmental impact by keeping things out of the landfill,” Rendulic points out. GENCO’s liquidation arm, GENCO Marketplace, is America’s largest wholesaler of retail returns and surplus inventories. “It is an integral part of the total reverse logistics process, adding extra value for customers further downstream in the supply chain,” Rendulic explains. With more than 15,000 wholesale pallets for sale at any given time, in nearly every product category, “we have anything and everything.” GENCO Marketplace sells big volume lots such as truckloads to bargain retailers and other independent secondary market resellers. Profit margins vary based on the products, and it’s a wide swath, Rendulic notes. Some continued on page 90
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customers break down these large lots to sell to people who don’t have the money to buy a truckload. To enable buyers to spend less time sourcing liquidation inventory, and more time selling and making money, GENCO Marketplace recently redesigned its website. Features of the new site include: • A shopping cart for fast, convenient purchasing. • Easy navigation by product, price and shipping location. • Drill downs to detailed product information, including manifests. • An automated auction platform for easy management of online bids. • An order history page for tracking past activity, including auctions won and lost.
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To further assist some larger, product-specific customers, GENCO Marketplace has a preferred buyer program, called the “Turbo Program.” Program members obtain preferred buying status, so when a particular type of merchandise becomes available, it can be held for them. GENCO Marketplace offers its secondary market customers a steady stream of liquidation products, as well as stellar services and support. As a result, thousands of small businesses are making the company their primary source for wholesale customer returns and closeout merchandise. ■ Where to buy:
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the Latin American market,” Janeri notes. The survey also revealed that 92 percent of respondents import or plan to import from Asia. Importantly, buyers purchase across multiple product categories, Janeri stresses, “indicating that they have a larger influence on consumer products distribution in Latin America. Buyers around the world are constantly looking for new sources of quality products, and that next hot product that will drive consumers to their stores.” Janeri continues, “and they are looking to work with manufacturers who provide a reasonable quality-to-cost trade off.” China Sourcing Fair attendees will see new products from a wide selection of suppliers from Greater China (China, Hong Kong and Taiwan). Registered showgoers are also invited to attend the free conference program, “How to Source from China.” The seminar will provide a forum for an industry insider to share insights on product quality control, logistics and supplier payment strategies, as well as boost retailers’ knowledge of greater China’s supply markets.
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tradeshow calendar MAY 2013 MAY 3-5, Gem, Jewelry & Lapidary Trade Show Osceola Heritage Park - Orlando, FL This show specializes in gems, jewelry, lapidary equipment and specimens. **** ALL G&LW SHOWS ARE WHOLESALE ONLY - COPY OF BUSINESS OR RESALE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED - DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE **** For further information: Gem & Lapidary Wholesalers, Inc., P.O. Box 98, Flora, MS 39071-0098. Telephone: 601-879-8832; Fax: 601-879-3282; Email: info@glwshows.com; Website: www.glwshows.com.
MAY 5-7, Accessories The Show Jacob K. Javits Convention Center - New York, NY The world’s largest and longest running juried allaccessories trade event. Showcases fashion resources from virtually every accessory product category. New York editions run concurrently with Moda Manhattan and Fame. For further information: Stacy Samet, Exhibitor, Business Journals, Inc., 50 Day St., Norwalk, CT 06854. Telephone: 866-696-6020, 212-710-7412; Fax: 203-838-5028; Email: stacys@busjour.com; Website: www.accessoriestheshow.com.
MAY 5-7, FAME Jacob K. Javits Convention Center - New York, NY The premier venue for Junior and Young Contemporary fashion apparel. In addition, showcases the largest selection of footwear in one location. Takes place in New York and runs concurrently with AccessoriesTheShow and Moda Manhattan. For further information: Kim Synnott, Business Journals, Inc., 50 Day St., Norwalk, CT 06854. Telephone: 866-696-6020, 212-710-7439; Fax: 203-838-5028; Email: kims@busjour.com; Website: www.fameshows.com.
MAY 5-7, MODA Manhattan Jacob K. Javits Convention Center - New York, NY An upscale trade event providing a concise mix of carefully juried RTW for the Modern Contemporary retailer. Features fashion resources ranging in apparel from every category possible. Takes place in New York and runs concurrently with AccessoriesTheShow and Fame. For further information: Dee Gratz Jones, Business Journals, Inc., 50 Day St., Norwalk, CT 06854. Telephone: 866-696-6020, 212-710-7441; Fax: 203-838-5028; Email: deej@busjour.com; Website: www.modamanhattan.com.
MAY 5-7, The Off-Price Specialist Show Gotham Hotel - New York, NY The Off-Price Specialist Show is the premier show for off-price apparel and accessories. The wholesalers and jobbers at our show carry men’s, women’s, and children’s apparel 20-70% below the original manufacturer’s wholesale price. For further information: Todd Fabos, Off-Price Specialist Center, 16985 W. Bluemound Rd., Ste. 210., Brookfield, WI 53005. Telephone: 262-782-1600; Fax: 262-782-1601; Email: tfabos@offpriceshow.com; Website: www.offpriceshow.com.
MAY 7-9, Atlanta Spring Immediate Delivery Show AmericasMart*Atlanta - Atlanta, GA Cash & Carry Show Open To The Trade. For further information: Debbie Carlton, AmericasMart Atlanta, 240 Peachtree St. N.W., Ste. 2200, Atlanta, GA 30303. Telephone: 404-220-2200; Fax: 404-220-2299; Email: mjackson@americasmart.com; Website: www.americasmart.com.
MAY 7-9, The National Hardware Show and Lawn & Garden World Las Vegas Convention Center - Las Vegas, NV The National Hardware Show, Lawn & Garden World and Homewares Show offers everything related to retail home enhancement. With over 3,000 exhibitors from around the globe, representing over 150 product categories. You’ll find it all, from the big brands to the smaller manufacturers. No other show offers you the unique opportunity to better your business by seeking out the product(s) that might just be the “next big thing”. For further information: Reed Exhibitions, 383 Main Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851. Telephone: 888-425-9377, 203-840-5622; Fax: 203-840-9622; Email: inquiry@hardware.reedexpo.com; Website: www.nationalhardwareshow.com.
MAY 10-12, Gem, Jewelry & Lapidary Trade Show Watauga Festival Center - Franklin, NC This show specializes in gems, jewelry, lapidary equipment and specimens. **** ALL G&LW SHOWS ARE WHOLESALE ONLY - COPY OF BUSINESS OR RESALE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED - DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE **** For further information: Gem & Lapidary Wholesalers, Inc., P.O. Box 98, Flora, MS 39071-0098. Telephone: 601-879-8832; Fax: 601-879-3282; Email: info@glwshows.com; Website: www.glwshows.com.
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MAY 10-12, Great American Gem Show - InterGem Donald E. Stephens Convention Center - Chicago, IL Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-2941640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
MAY 12-14, Value Merchandise Expo Atlantic Convention Center - Atlantic City, NJ General / Variety Merchandise, Closeouts, Toys, Novelty, Gift, Jewelry For further information: Alan Paggao, Value Merchandise Expo, LLC, 2201-D North Lakewood Blvd., Ste.# 1888, Long Beach, CA 90815. Telephone: 877-248-5327, 562-988-9040; Fax: 877-2481022; Email: alanpaggao@vpexpo.com, sales@vpexpo.com; Website: www.vpexpo.com.
MAY 14, The Heritage Cash & Carry Wholesale Market Allen County Memorial Coliseum - Fort Wayne, IN Traditional and new ideas for the home & garden from America’s Finest Craftsman. For further information: Heritage Markets, P.O. Box 389, Carlisle, PA 17013. Telephone: 717-249-9404; Fax: 717-258-0265; Email: hertmarket@aol.com; Website: www.heritagemarkets.com.
MAY 16, The Heritage Cash & Carry Wholesale Market Medina County Community Center - Medina, OH Traditional and new ideas for the home & garden from America’s Finest Craftsman. For further information: Heritage Markets, P.O. Box 389, Carlisle, PA 17013. Telephone: 717-249-9404; Fax: 717-258-0265; Email: hertmarket@aol.com; Website: www.heritagemarkets.com.
MAY 16-19, International Jewelry Fair / General Merchandise Show - Spring New Orleans Morial Convention Center - New Orleans, LA For The Trade Only - Cash and Carry Gift, Fashion, Accessories, Home Decor & Jewelry Show. For further information: David Harrington, Show Manager, Helen Brett Enterprises, 5111 Academy Dr., Lisle, IL 60532. Telephone: 800-541-8171, 630-241-9865 ext. 22; Fax: 630-241-9870; Email: dharrington@helenbrett.com; Website: www.gift2jewelry.com.
MAY 17-19, Great American Gem Show - InterGem Dulles Expo Center - Chantilly, VA Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
MAY 17-19, Great American Gem Show - InterGem Santa Monica Civic Auditorium - Santa Monica, CA Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
MAY 18-21, International Contemporary Furniture Fair Jacob K. Javits Convention Center - New York, NY Highly acclaimed showcase for contemporary designers and designs. An international showcase without peer in the USA, the ICFF is a resource for finding the best of contemporary design. For further information: Philip D. Robinson, Show Director, George Little Management, LLC., 10 Bank St., Ste. 1200, White Plains, NY 10606. Telephone: 914-421-3200, 800-272-7469; Fax: 914-948-6197; Email: info@icff.com; Website: www.glmshows.com, www.icff.com.
MAY 19-22, National Stationery Show Jacob K. Javits Convention Center - New York, NY The comprehensive source for greeting cards, social stationery and related lifestyle products, the NSS features nearly 900 exhibiting companies and attracts some 11,000 buyers worldwide. For further information: Patti Stracher, Show Manager, George Little Management, LLC., 10 Bank St., Ste. 1200, White Plains, NY 10606. Telephone: 914-421-3394, 800-272-7469; Fax: 914-948-6180; Email: patti_stracher@glmshows.com; Website: www.glmshows.com, www.nationalstationeryshow.com.
MAY 24-26, Great American Gem Show - InterGem Veterans Memorial - Columbus, OH Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones,
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heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
MAY 27-30, Great American Gem Show - InterGem Mirage Casino & Resort - Las Vegas, NV Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
MAY 28 - JUN 3, Luxury & Premiere by JCK Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino - Las Vegas, NV LUXURY & Premiere is the only exclusive high-end event that provides the jewelry industry’s most elite retailers with the opportunity to source the finest jewelry from the world’s most renowned designers and manufacturers in a secure and luxurious environment. For further information: Yancy Weinrich, Industry Vice President, JCK Events / Reed Exhibitions, 383 Main Ave., Norwalk, CT 06851. Telephone: 203-840-5684; Fax: 203-840-5830 / 800-257-3626; Email: inquiry@jck.reedexpo.com; Website: www.luxurybyjck.com.
MAY 30 - JUN 2, Dallas Apparel & Accessories Dallas Market Center - Dallas, TX A showcase for some 14,000 lines of women’s and children’s apparel and accessories. For further information: Ashley Banks, Dallas Market Center, 2100 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207. Telephone: 214-655-6183, 800-325-6587; Fax: 214-655-6105; Email: info@dmcmail.com; Website: www.dallasmarketcenter.com.
MAY 30 - JUN 2, Las Vegas Jewelry & Watch Show The Paris Hotel - Las Vegas, NV The Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show is the largest trade only event serving the antique and estate jewelry and watch industry. Nearly 400 exhibitors grace our show floor to display only the finest merchandise obtained from estates and jewelers across the globe. Elegant signed pieces from famous names including Cartier, Tiffany’s, David Webb, Harry Winston, Patek Philippe, Van Cleef & Arpels and many others permeate the show floor. In addition, all categories of jewelry such as cameos, tennis bracelets, rings, decorative necklaces, brooches, gemstones and pendants will be available. These stunning collections represent all eras of jewelry history from the Renaissance to Art Deco eras. Embrace the beauty of history. For further information: Andrea Canady, Show Director, George Little Management, LLC., US Antique Shows, 10130 Market Street, Suite 9, Naples, FL 34112. Telephone: 239-732-6642; Fax: 239-352-6005; Email: acanady@glmshows.com; Website: www.glmshows.com, www.vegasantiquejewelry.com, www.USAntiqueshows.com.
MAY 31 - JUN 2, Great American Gem Show InterGem San Mateo County Event Center - San Mateo, CA Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
MAY 31 - JUN 2, Great American Gem Show InterGem Minnesota State Fairgrounds - St. Paul, MN Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
MAY 31 - JUN 3, The JCK Show - Las Vegas Mandalay Bay Convention Center - Las Vegas, NV America’s foremost jewelry trade show in the United States offering the broadest selection of the newest styles in
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tradeshow calendar May continued from page 110 finished jewelry, gemstones, loose diamonds, watches, packaging, displays, related technology and business services. JCK brings together the global jewelry industry (qualified buyers and exhibitors) annually to buy, sell, network and celebrate. For further information: Yancy Weinrich, Industry Vice President, JCK / Reed Exhibitions, 383 Main Ave., Norwalk, CT 06851. Telephone: 203-840-5684, 800-257-3626; Fax: 203-840-5830; Email: inquiry@ jck.reedexpo.com; Website: www.jcklasvegasshow.com.
JUNE 2013 JUN 1-3, Gatlinburg Apparel & Jewelry Market Gatlinburg Convention Center - Gatlinburg, TN This show features Ladies’, Men’s and Children’s Apparel, Fashion Jewelry and Accessories, Fine Jewelry and Gifts from all over the world. Wholesale Only, Writing Orders, Immediate Delivery and Cash-and-Carry. Business License Required. For further information: Linda Norton, The Norton Shows, P.O. Box 265, Gatlinburg, TN 37738. Telephone: 865-436-6151; Fax: 865-4366152; Email: nortonshow@gmail.com; Website: www.nortonshows.com.
JUN 1-3, Norton’s Gatlinburg Gift & Variety Show Gatlinburg Convention Center - Gatlinburg, TN This show features Ladies’, Men’s and Children’s Apparel, Fashion Jewelry and Accessories, Fine Jewelry and Gifts from all over the world. Wholesale Only, Writing Orders, Immediate Delivery and Cash-andCarry. Business License Required. For further information: Linda Norton, The Norton Shows, P.O. Box 265, Gatlinburg, TN 37738. Telephone: 865-436-6151; Fax: 865-436-6152; Email: nortonshow@gmail.com; Website: www.nortonshows.com.
JUN 2-4, Minneapolis Mart Home & Gift Show Minneapolis Mart - Minneapolis, MN Home, Gift and Accessories Show. For further information: Jeff Walton, General Manager, Minneapolis Mart, 10301 Bren Rd. West, Minneapolis, MN 55343. Telephone: 800-626-1298, 952-932-7200; Fax: 952-932-0847; Email: jeff. walton@mplsmart.com; Website: www.mplsmart.com.
JUN 4-6, Book Expo America Jacob K. Javits Center - New York, NY This is the largest book publishing event in North America. It features all book related products including audio, CD, paperback and hardcover. All products a book store may need. BookExpo America combines the largest selection of English language titles on the planet with special industry and author events and unparalleled educational content to create a dynamic environment for networking, sourcing and relationship building. For further information: Kimberly DiMondo, Marketing Director, Reed Exhibition Companies, 383 Main Ave., Norwalk, CT 06851. Telephone: 203-840-5380, 800-840-5614; Fax: 203-840-9380; Email: inquiry@bookexpoamerica.com; Website: www.bookexpoamerica.com.
JUN 7-9, Great American Gem Show - InterGem Suburban Collection Showplace - Novi, MI Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
JUN 7-9, San Antonio Wholesale Jewelry, Gift & Accessory Show San Antonio Event Center - San Antonio, TX This is a For Trade Only show of the finest in costume and genuine jewelry designs. Held four times a year. For further information: Parker Trade Publications, 206 Lido St., Austin, TX 78734. Telephone: 512-261-4223; Fax: 512-261-3503; Email: cmparker@austin.rr.com; Website: www.parkertradeshow.com.
JUN 9-10, Northstar Fashion Exhibitors Hyatt Regency - 1300 Nicollet Mall - Minneapolis, MN Manufacturer’s reps in the men’s, women’s and children’s apparel field and related accessories will be on hand to display their lines and take orders. For further information: Rick Siegel, Northstar Fashion Exhibitors, 3001 Hyatt Merchandise Mart, 1300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403. Telephone: 763-546-8717; Fax: 763-546-9176; Email: northstarfashion@gmail.com; Website: www.northstarfashion.com.
JUN 10-12, Los Angeles Shoe Show California Market Center - Los Angeles, CA Showcases hundreds of premier footwear collections from burgeoning labels and established brands. For further information: Audrey Okulick, California Mart, 110 E. 9th St., Los Angeles, CA 90079. Telephone: 800-cal-mart (225-6278), 213-630-3737; Fax: 213-630-3708; Email: aokulick@californiamarketcenter.com; Website: www.californiamarketcenter.com.
JUN 14-16, Great American Gem Show - InterGem Santa Monica Civic Auditorium - Santa Monica, CA Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for
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friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
JUN 18-20, Licensing International Expo Mandalay Bay Convention Center - Las Vegas, NV Exhibit Description: Exhibits of properties representing characters, nostalgia, interactive and animation, team logos, entertainment & personalities, brand extension, lifestyle properties, original artwork/designs, trademarks, apparel based licensing, as well as support services offered by licensing agents and consultants. Attendee Description: Manufacturers, retailers, marketing, promotion & advertising executives of apparel and accessories, electronics, food & beverage, gift & novelties, health & beauty aids, home furnishings, housewares, publishing & stationery and sporting goods. For further information: Melanie Berkowitz, Advanstar Communications, Inc., P.O. Box 6469, Duluth, MN 55806-6469. Telephone: 888-644-2022, 212-951-6612; Fax: 212-951-6749; Email: info@advanstar.com; Website: www.licensingexpo.com.
JUN 21-23, Great American Gem Show - InterGem Reliant Center at Reliant Park - Houston, TX Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
JUN 22-24, Charlotte Gift & Jewelry Show Charlotte Merchandise Mart - Charlotte, NC This show is a wholesale trade show for buyers of gifts, jewelry, housewares, silk flowers, stationery, toys, and much more. For further information: Michael Stephens, Mahone Associates, 800 Briarcreek Rd., Ste. BB503, Charlotte, NC 28205. Telephone: 704-377-5881; Fax: 704-358-9115; Email: michael@charlottegiftshow.com; Website: www.charlottegiftshow.com.
JUN 22-24, GTS Greensboro Florida Expo Osceola Heritage Park-Exhibition Hall - Kissimmee, FL Helping retailers and resellers succeed by offering multiple shows packed with world class importers, manufacturers, & wholesalers. GTS shows are filled with plenty of fashion jewelry, fine jewelry, beaded jewelry, handbags, apparel, closeouts, and accessories to satisfy all your businesses needs. These wholesale only expos provides our members a unique marketplace to explore new merchandise trends and new products for your business in a relaxed professional atmosphere. We help you be a better buyer by bringing you New Product Introductions and allowing you to examine New Products firsthand. For further information: Bobby Siddiqui, Golden Triangle Show, P.O. Box 4163, Alpharetta, GA 30023. Telephone: 770-410-9771; Fax: 866-807-0808; Email: bobby@gtshows.com; Website: www.gtshows.com.
JUN 24-27, National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting & Clinical Symposia Las Vegas Convention Center - Las Vegas, NV The NATA Trade Show, held in conjunction with the NATA Annual Meeting & Clinical Symposia is the largest exhibition of athletic training products and services in the world! For further information: Lindsey Anderson, National Athletic Trainers Association, 2952 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75247. Telephone: 800-637-6282; Fax: 214-637-6282; Email: meetings@nata.org; Website: www.nata.org/annualmeeting.
JUN 27-29, National Nutritional Foods Association Las Vegas Sands Expo Convention Center & Venetian Resort Hotel Las Vegas, NV NNFA has been the leading trade association for the natural products industry, protecting and promoting the business of natural health for both suppliers and retailers. Each year, this community turns to the NNFA convention and trade show to discover new products, health and nutrition trends, scientific advancements and business solutions connecting buyers and suppliers on the cutting-edge of the industry. For further information: Ann McConahey, National Nutritional Foods Association, 2112 E. 4th St Ste 200, Santa Ana, CA. Telephone: 800-966-6632; 714-460-7732; Fax: 714-460-7444; Email: tradeshows@newhope.com; Website: www.naturalproductsassoc.org/ www.npamarketplace.com.
JUN 28-30, Great American Gem Show - InterGem Timonium Fairgrounds - Timonium, MD Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
JUN 28-30, Great American Gem Show - InterGem Pasadena Convention Center - Pasadena, CA Many beautiful and exotic gems, beads and jewelry, can be found among the rows and rows of exhibitors at each show. Engagement rings, anniversary gifts, birthstones, healing gemstones, heirlooms, possessions of movie stars and international celebrities, multiplies in value as gifts for friends, family or oneself. For further information: International Gem & Jewelry Show, Inc., 120 Derwood Circle, Rockville, MD 20850. Telephone: 301-294-1640; Fax: 301-294-0034; Email: info@intergem.net; Website: www.intergem.net.
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