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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nIf your business is located in a beach town, this is the show for you. As the largest coastal souvenir trade show in the nation, the Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show<\/strong> attracts the top-selling brands in the coastal souvenir and resort business from proven gift and resort manufacturers as well as breaking new product introductions that are tailored to your customer\u2019s interests.\u00a0<\/p>\n Taking place December 4-7, 2022 at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center<\/strong>, buyers can explore a tremendous selection in a relaxed and convenient show setting. Perfectly timed so you can plan and buy during the off-season, you will see the best selection of established lines, top sellers, and breaking new product introductions from proven gift and resort manufacturers and sales representatives in the following categories:<\/p>\n Whether this is your first trade show or you are an experienced buyer, here are a few tips to help you make the most of the event:<\/p>\n MATCH! is the Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show\u2019s new, highly interactive, and unique meeting format that brings together the right decision-makers and suppliers to create a productive and collaborative networking during the show. As a retailer, you will be required to complete a buyer profile providing specific details of your company and product interest. You can find out more information here<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\nHot & Trending Products<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Make sure you are registered for the show and have printed out your email confirmation to gain quick and easy entrance into the show. Retailers can register here<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li>\n
Book your hotel stay using Clarion Events\u2019 housing partner, Connections. They have teamed up with Connections Housing to offer attendees deeply discounted hotel rates. See what is available here<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li>\n
Be sure to visit the website to view the online product preview guide, exhibitor listings, show specials, show features, and more so you can be fully prepared.\u00a0<\/li>\n
View the different companies who will be exhibiting at the show, and schedule appointments with them through their new Match program<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li>\n
You never know what you will find, so be sure to visit every booth. That one unique item just may be your next best-seller.\u00a0<\/li>\n
Drink plenty of fluids and make sure to take breaks to eat or enjoy a quick snack.\u00a0<\/li>\n
The only way exhibitors will be able to connect and remember you is by giving them your business cards. They make it easy for formal introductions.\u00a0<\/li>\n
After you have viewed products and talked with the vendor, be sure to jot down some notes to reference at a later date.\u00a0<\/li>\n
Speak to fellow retailers about what is and what is not working in their store. From trending products to management techniques, you can always help each other out.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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