The Atlanta International GIFT & HOME FURNISHINGS MARKET® Temporaries: January 12–16, 2017
JANUARY 2017 Exhibitor Prospectus The Atlanta International Gift & Home Only at AmericasMart Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017
Experience a marketplace unlike any other — one connecting buyers and exhibitors from around the globe through accessibility, value, and convenience.
Opportunities Home to nearly 1,400 permanent showrooms and 4,000 temporary booths in distinct, comprehensive product collections.
Growth 43% of NEW showrooms leased space as a result of their successful temporary Market experience.
Advantages The highest-rated customer service staff in the industry and free expert-led classes and workshops to build your business.
Accessibility Atlanta is within a two-hour flight of 80% of the U.S. population, with more flights from more places—150 U.S. destinations and more than 70+ international destinations. Plus, more than 10,000 hotel rooms are within walking distance of our campus.
Buyers Buyers from all 50 states and more than 70 nations rely on AmericasMart as their preferred resource for vendors, products and the services that drive their businesses forward.
Convenience A completely integrated campus to easily navigate multiple product centers.
We love exhibiting at AmericasMart! “It is always our top show.”
— Amanda Smith, Clover Cottage
2 404.220.2222 | @AmericasMartATL | AmericasMart.com The Atlanta International Gift & Home Why Retailers Choose Atlanta Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017
AmericasMart offers the world’s premier collection of product, representing thousands of manufacturers in an environment designed to foster and grow business.
See why it’s everything buyers want and need. Be part of the most comprehensive and connected product destination, surrounded by first-class amenities and accommodations, right in the heart of the nation’s most accessible city—Atlanta.
For us, exhibiting at AmericasMart is a great “experience all around, but what makes it really stand is the service in comparison to other shows. Everyone we have contact with is so helpful from AmericasMart staff to the exhibition contractors. “But the real difference is felt in the direct and personal help received from our area manager– pre-Show and every day during the Show. It makes all the difference to our experience of exhibiting, knowing that we have someone who will really help us with any problems big or small. AmericasMart is our favorite show by far!”
— Anna Hall, Aviologie
From the moment the Show opened “we have been crazy busy writing with energized and interested buyers! The traffic and energy for the whole Show has been tremendous. Looking forward to a record year!”
— Pam Vincent, Maple Leaf at Home
The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017 3 The Atlanta International Gift & Home Who Shops Atlanta Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017
More Types of Retailers:
• Attractions • Deep Discounter • Home Accent Retailers • Linens Stores
• Amusement Parks • Department Stores • Home Furnishings • Membership Clubs Retailers • Apparel & Fashion • Discount / Mass Merchants • Museums, Zoos & Accessories Stores • Home Improvement Aquariums • Event Planners Warehouses • Bed & Breakfasts • Nurseries / Nature Retailers • Flash Sale Sites • Hospital Gift Shops • Big Box Retailers • Online Retailers • Florists • Hospitality Buyers • Bookstores • Outdoor / Casual • Furniture Retailers • Hotels / Spas Furniture Retailers • Buying Groups • Garden Center • Hotel Specifiers • Pop Up Shops • Card / Stationery Stores • Garden Specialty Shops • Housewares Stores • Resorts • Casinos • Gift & Decorative • Interior Designers – • Souvenir Stores • Catalogs Accessories Stores Residential / Commercial • Specialty Boutiques • Caterers • Gourmet Food Stores • Jewelry & Fine Gifts Stores • Specialty Gift Shops • Children’s Stores • Hardware Stores / • Landscape Architects Home Centers • Sports-Related Stores • College Gift Stores • Lamp & Lighting Stores • • Hearth & Fireplace Toy Stores • Country Clubs • Retailers Landscape Designers • Wineries • Craft Stores • Hobby Shops • Lifestyle Stores
Including Top Retailers:
• ABC Carpet & Home • Cabela’s • Hobby Lobby Stores • RC Willey
• Ace Hardware • Casual Marketplace • Home & Garden • The Rug Gallery Showplace • Amazon • Caesars Entertainment • Saks Fifth Avenue • The Home Depot • American Signature • Christian Booksellers • Schnucks Markets Association • Home Goods • Anthropologie • Southern Homes • The Colonial Williamsburg • HSN & Gardens • Arhaus Foundation • Kirkland’s • Spencer’s Gifts • Art Van • The Company Store • Kohl’s • Stein Mart • Ashley Furniture Industries • The Cook’s Shop • Kroger • Target • Badcock Furniture • Costco Wholesale • Lowe’s • T.J. Max x • Ballard Designs Corporation • • • Macy’s True Value • Barnes & Noble Cracker Barrel • • • Michaels Stores Urban Outfitters • Bass Pro Shops Crate & Barrel • • • Nebraska Furniture Mart WalMart • Bassett Dillard’s • • • Neiman Marcus Wayfair • Bealls Family Christian Stores • • • Nordstrom Wegmans • Bed Bath & Beyond Gourmet Catalog & Buying Group • One Kings Lane • Wild Birds Unlimited • Belk • Hallmark • Overstock • Williams-Sonoma • BJ’s Wholesale Club • Hamrick’s • Pettiti Garden Centers • Whole Foods Market • Bloomingdale’s • Havertys Furniture • Pike Nurseries • Z Gallerie • Bobby Berk Home Companies • Publix Super Markets Plus thousands more! • Burlington Coat Factory • HEB Grocery • QVC
4 404.220.2222 | @AmericasMartATL | AmericasMart.com The Atlanta International Gift & Home Market at a Glance Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017
70+ Countries Attending, Top 10 Include: Canada • Mexico • China • United Kingdom • Colombia • Dominican Republic • India • Japan • Bahamas • Australia
Buyer Recap
Total Store Attendance Is up! +6% from 2015 • +4% from 2014 Buyers Purchasing Cross-Category Overall Spending Gift Stores Home Stores Designer / Architect / More Than Ever Contract 93% 81% of buyers plan to place orders after Market. We connect buyers and % % % % % % % % 74+4 Gift +1 +12 +12 +851 +13sellers beyond the week of Market. 56% Home Décor/Furniture % 50% Fashion/Jewelry 93 of buyers said they plan to return to The Atlanta % Holiday/Floral 48FROM 2015 FROM 2014 FROM 2015 FROM 2014 FROM 2015 FROM 2014 International Gift & Home 36% Outdoor/Gardens Furnishings Market® 67% of buyers said they spent about 29% Tabletop/Housewares the same or MORE dollars at the Strongest Attending New Store Attendance Is up 27% % January 2015 Market compared to 67 the January 2014 Market.Business Types Midwest Northeast West Independent +44% New Gift Stores Retailer + % % 13 + % 36 Interior 96 %46% of buyers said they placed Design Firm + % +28% +6% orders with MORE vendors 2 at the January 2015 Market than 96% of buyers said they plan to return to The Atlanta 46 Garden/ previous Markets. International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® Outdoor/Patio Southwest % Southeast +33 International Florist
Second to the SE, the New Home Stores Internet NE is the strongest- Catalogue SE growing region for % NE new stores: + Department st nd % • % 66 1 2 Gift +15 Home +71 Stores
Data from January 2016 Market attendance reports and post-Market survey.
The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017 5 The Atlanta International Gift & Home Meet the Press Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017
Today’s media is constantly on the hunt for the latest products and trends. Your products could easily make the headlines with one of the dozens of media outlets that attend our Market.
• Angeleno • Flowers & Magazine • Home Furnishings News • Selling Christmas Decorations • AREA • Furnishing International • HomeWorld Business • Selling Halloween • ARTE REGALO • Furniture Today • House Beautiful • Sleep Well • Atlanta HOME • Furniture World • ICD Publications • Smart Retailer • Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles • Garden & Gun • Interiors & Sources • Soft Design Lab • Atlanta Magazine • Garden Center Magazine • Kids Today • Southern Lady • Beautiful Kitchens and Baths • Gift Guide Media • Kitchenware News • Southern Living • Better Homes & Gardens • Gift Net News • Koshereye.com • Souvenirs, Gifts & Novelties • Birding Business • Gift Shop Magazine • Lawn & Garden Retailer • Stationery Trends • Birmingham Home • Giftbeat • LDB Interior Textiles & Garden Magazine • Stylebeat • Gifts & Decorative • Louisiana Cookin’ • Casual Living Accessories • Tableware International • LUXE • Celebrate365 • Giftware News • Talkfloor.com • Macfadden Communication • Christian Retailing • Glamour Goes South • Taste of The South • Milieu • Cooking Light • Global Cosmetics Industry • Tea Time Magazine • Modern Luxury Magazine • Country Living • The Cottage Journal • Museums and More • Good Morning America • Cover Magazine • The Design Network • My Style Vita • Gourmet Business • Design Today • The Editor At Large • MyRecipes.com • Gourmet Insider • Dolls • The Giggle Guide • O, The Oprah Magazine • Gourmet Retailer • Domino • The Paper Chronicles • Pantone View • Green Profit • Dr. Toy • The Peak of Chic • Parents Magazine • Hali • Elle Décor • The Trend Curve • Progressive Business Media • Hearst Publications • Floor Covering Installer • The Trend Forecaster • Residential Lighting • HGTV Magazine • Floor Covering News • Travelgirl • Retailing Insight • HGTVGardens.com • Floor Focus Magazine • USA Love List • Rue • Hoffman Media • Floor Radio • Veranda • RUG INSIDER • Home & Textiles Today • Floor Trends • Victoria • Rug News and Design • Home Accents Today • Florists’ Review • Waiting on Martha • RugNews.com • Home Fashion Forecast • Flower Magazine • Sarasota Magazine • Home Furnishing Business
Connect with Us! #AtlMkt
6 404.220.2222 | @AmericasMartATL | AmericasMart.com The Atlanta International Gift & Home 2017 CCampusamp uGuides GuiFurnishingsde Market® | January 12–16, 2017
Building One easy-to-navigate campus that is home to more exhibitors and manufacturers than any other marketplace, featuring the largest collection of home, rug, gift and apparel product.
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18 Holiday & Floral / Home Décor BRIDGE 18 Gift
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15 HOME & DESIGN BRIDGE 15 Gift Building
14 HOME & DESIGN BRIDGE 14 Gift Building 15 Penthouse Theatre
13 Home / Furniture BRIDGE 13 Gift & Home BRIDGE 14 Future Expansion
12 Home / Furniture BRIDGE 12 Gift & Home BRIDGE 13 Children’s World
11 Home / Furniture BRIDGE 11 Gift & Home 12 Prom / Bridal / Social Occasion
10 Home / Furniture / Linens BRIDGE 10 Gift & Home The Gardens® BRIDGE 11 Women’s Apparel
9 Home / Furniture / Linens BRIDGE 9 The Gardens® BRIDGE 10 Prom / Bridal / Social Occasion Tabletop & Entertaining
8 Temporaries 8 Tabletop & Entertaining Housewares BRIDGE 9 Women’s Apparel
7 Temporaries BRIDGE 7 Gift BRIDGE 8 Fashion Accessories / Shoes
6 Home & Rug BRIDGE 6 Gift BRIDGE 7 Immediate Resources
5 Home & Rug Parking 4 Temporaries 6 Fine Jewelry
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The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017 7 The Atlanta International Gift & Home Meet Your Team Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017
Jo Ann Miller Marshall Marie Knight Executive VP of Tradeshows Vice President of Tradeshows 404.220.2234 404.220.2203 jmiller@americasmart.com [email protected]
Samantha Merckens Elizabeth Moss Process Manager Executive Director 404.220.2214 404.220.2201 [email protected] [email protected]
• ANTIQUES – Juried • DÉCOR | Light & Lifestyles – Juried • HD Home (By invitation only) • HIGH DESIGN® – Juried Amy James • HIGH DESIGN LUXE ® – Juried Executive Director 404.220.2207 Nancy Barlar [email protected] Executive Director – • Housewares Sales & New Business • Tabletop and Entertaining 404.220.2204 • Tabletop LUXE – Juried [email protected]
Mary Ellen Jackson Katie Inglis Executive Director Director of Sales 404.220.2234 404.220.2208 [email protected] [email protected]
• Cash & Carry Jewelry • DÉCOR • Halloween Light & Lifestyles – Juried • Holiday, Floral, Baskets • Fine Linens & Home Textiles • Home Accents & Home Furnishings Grace Creta Director of Sales 404.220.2223 [email protected]
• Emerging Artists – Juried • Global Designs • Handmade Designs – Juried • Handmade Jewelry – Juried Reserve Your • Made in America • Museum Gifts & Fine Gifts Booth Today! Call 404.220.2222
8 404.220.2222 | @AmericasMartATL | AmericasMart.com Lecy Sebastiani Laura Dadisman Director of Sales Director of Sales 404.220.2262 404.220.2219 [email protected] [email protected]
• Birding & Backyard Nature • GAMEDAY/Tailgate • Coastal Lifestyles • General Gifts • Gourmet Foods • On Trend Gifts – Juried • Gourmet LUXE – Juried • Write On! • The Gardens® • Gardens LUXE – Juried Dana Oglesby Sales Manager Susan Houston 404.220.2209 [email protected] Director of Sales • Body & Soul, Spa Products 404.220.2205 • Children’s World [email protected] • Modern Baby & • Jewelry, Fashion Accessories, Contemporary Kid – Juried Apparel (Order writing only) • Boutique – Juried • Gentlemen’s Boutique – Juried Debbie Carlton Operations Manager 404.220.2886 [email protected] Sallie Barrett Customer Experience Coordinator 404.220.2206 [email protected]
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The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017 9 The Atlanta International Gift & Home A Product Category for You Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017
Birding & Backyard Nature GAMEDAY/Tailgate Gourmet LUXE – Juried Collection Showcases birdfeeders, birdhouses, birdseed, Features an expansive range of collegiate, A juried collection of luxury gourmet products birdbaths, birding & nature books, optics, hardware, professional and GAMEDAY themed products made from the finest ingredients. Rich, decadent, birding software, bird-themed giftware, notecards, including gifts, home accents, stationery, apparel, handcrafted, LUXE. See special submission magnets, bookmarks, butterfly houses, bat houses, juvenile products, tabletop furnishings and more. requirements for juried collections on page 11. wildlife art, bird-themed jewelry, bird-themed Booth Size: 10' x 10' Booth Size: 10' x 10' • Rate: $4,800 decorative accessories, recycled nature (Includes hardwall booth package and ® products, water garden supplies & décor. The Gardens custom carpet) Booth Size: 10' x 10' Features indoor & outdoor garden-themed accessories, garden gifts, fountains, statuary, Halloween Body & Soul, Spa Products decorative flags, watering cans, weather vanes, Features festive Halloween décor items, costumes Features bath and body products for men and urns, pots & planters, outdoor lighting & for adults & children, masks, wigs, hats, seasonal women including face & body creams, scrubs, casual furniture. novelty items and themed party supplies, indoor & grooming products, facial cleansers, lip products, Booth Size: 10' x 10' outdoor decorations, Halloween collectibles bath salts, soaps, loungewear, yoga accessories & accessories, lanterns, lights & music. shaving & grooming kits, body fragrance, hair & Gardens LUXE – Juried Collection Booth Size: 10' x 10' mustache wax, cosmetics, body art and holistic A juried collection of design-driven, luxury, products high-quality products for outdoor/indoor living. Handmade Designs – designed for new age wellness. See special submission requirements for juried Juried Collection Booth Size: 10' x 10' collections on page 11. This juried collection features design-oriented, Booth Size: 10' x 10' • Rate: $4,800 (Includes original, handmade creations of glass, ceramics, Boutique – Juried Collection hardwall booth package and custom carpet) textiles, fiber-art, sculptures, mixed media, Features higher-end, designer-quality jewelry, functional art, lighting, decorative accents, fashion accessories & apparel. See special General Gifts ornaments, woodworking & turning. All Handmade submission requirements for juried collections on Includes general gifts, resort & souvenir items, Design products must be handmade by the artist. page 11. personal technology accessories, collectibles, See special submission requirements for juried Booth Size: 10' x 10' figurings, hobby items, puzzles & games, collections on page 11. memorabilia, men’s gifts, inspirational gift items, Booth Size: 10' x 10' Cash & Carry Jewelry monogrammable gifts & accessories included Features fine & fashion jewelry & accessories blanks and embroidery equipment, pet products Handmade Jewelry – for immediate delivery. and pet themed gifts, business support services Juried Collection Booth Size: 10' x 10', 12' x 10' & equipment. This juried collection features artisan quality, Booth Size: 10' x 10' design-oriented, original, handmade jewelry Children’s World creations and includes both fine and fashion Products for babies, kids, tweens & teens, including Gentlemen’s Boutique – jewelry. All items must be handmade by the innovative & functional furniture, bedding, décor, Juried Collection artist. See special submission requirements baby/toddler gear, toys, games, plush, clothing Gifts and accessories suited to the well-appointed for juried collections on page 11. & related items. gent including: dopp kits, leather accessories, cuff Booth Size: 10' x 10' Booth Size: 10' x 10' links, socks, wallets, flasks, portfolios, watches, shaving supplies, fragrance, neckwear, eyewear HD Home – By Invitation Only Coastal Lifestyles and more. See special submission requirements Features a juried lifestyles collection of Features home accent & home furnishings with for juried collections on page 11. High Design home furnishings & décor. a coastal flair, including nautical & shell-themed Booth Size: 10' x 10' Participation by invitation only. decorative accessories & mirrors, painted ® furnishings and more. Global Designs HIGH DESIGN – Juried Collection Booth Size: 10' x 10' AmericasMart’s “people positive” collection A fresh collection of design-driven, lifestyle-focused features artisan-quality, handmade crafts that goods for the gift, home furnishings & home décor Emerging Artists – Juried Collection reflect culturally meaningful designs and assist in markets. The collection includes products from all A juried collection of emerging artisans displaying the economic and environmental sustainability of price points. See special submission requirements their original handmade creations. These artists global communities. Global Designs includes for juried collections on page 11. have not previously participated in a wholesale products classified as: organic, environmentally Booth Size: 10' x 10' • Rate: $4,175 tradeshow. See special submission requirements friendly, fair trade, people positive, purchase for juried collections on page 11. positive, sustainable, green, etc. HIGH DESIGN LUXE® – Booth Size: 10' x 10' Booth Size: 10' x 10' Juried Collection A juried collection of HIGH DESIGN products Fine Linens & Home Textiles Gourmet Foods featuring high-quality, luxury goods. See Features a complete range of decorative soft Features specialty gourmet food items, special submission requirements for juried goods & home textiles including bedding, beverage products & cookbooks. collections on page 11. decorative pillows, towels, quilts, throws, Booth Size: 10' x 10' Booth Size: 10' x 10' • Rate: $4,800 (Includes area rugs, window treatments, loungewear, hardwall booth package and custom carpet) kitchen & bath textiles. Booth Size: 9' x 10'
10 404.220.2222 | @AmericasMartATL | AmericasMart.com Holiday, Floral, Baskets On Trend Gifts – Juried Collection Features seasonal decor, dried & silk flower An internationally influenced juried collection of products & holiday decorations, floral supplies, design-driven, contemporary gift items. Includes Juried & LUXE ribbons, candles (including wires, picks, pins unique, interesting, edgy, clever and fun products and foam), accessories, wreaths & baskets. with creative appreciation for form and function. Booth Size: 10' x 10', 12' x 10' See special submission requirements for juried Collections collections to the right. Submission Requirements Home Accents & Home Furnishings Booth Size: 10' x 10' Features home accessories & décor, lighting, wall art, mirrors, clocks, occasional furniture, Tabletop & Entertaining bookcases, dining room furniture, upholstered Features dinnerware, flatware, holloware crystal, To be considered for a Juried or LUXE furniture, case goods and more. stemware, glassware, acrylic ware, metalware, collection, your application must include Booth Size: 9' x 10' woodenware, pewter, silver & wine accessories. the following: Booth Size: 10' x 10' Housewares ▶ Complete product information Includes cookware & bakeware, kitchen accessories, Tabletop LUXE – Juried Collection kitchen electrics, space organizers, aprons, wine A juried collection of design-oriented, luxury tabletop ▶ Custom booth glasses, bar accessories, cutlery & food storage, accessories and entertaining products including (Photography or rendering) kitchen tools & gadgets. dinnerware, serveware, cutlery, high-end accent Booth Size: 10’ x 10’ pieces and much more. See special submission ▶ Wholesale price list requirements for juried collections to the right. ▶ Key account list – Jewelry, Fashion Accessories Booth Size: 10' x 10' • Rate: $4,800 & Apparel (Order writing only) (Includes hardwall booth package and complete information Includes jewelry, clothing, watches, belts, custom carpet) T-shirts, handbags, wallets, accessory bags, ▶ Press coverage hair accessories, scarves, eyeglasses. Write On! ▶ Artist biography Booth Size: 10' x 10' Includes stationery, cards, paper, partyware, (Handmade Design only) packaging, gift wrap, balloons, rubber stamps, Made in America – Juried Collection stickers, appointment books, address books, Please Note: Incomplete applications Features a wide range of American-made gifts photo albums, writing instruments, calligraphy will NOT be considered. and decor items. See special submission sets, imprinting equipment, books, music, journals, requirements for juried collections to the right. scrapbook decorating items, embellishments & Booth Size: 10' x 10' cropping supplies. Booth Size: 10' x 10' Modern Baby & Contemporary Kid – Juried Collection A juried showcase of fashion-forward baby and juvenile products focused on design and functionality, fabrics and fashions. See special submission requirements for juried collections to the right. Booth Size: 10' x 10'
Museum Gifts & Fine Gifts Features museum products, fine gifts and collectibles. Reserve Your Booth Size: 10' x 10' Booth Today! Call 404.220.2222
The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017 11 The Atlanta International Gift & Home APPLYApply Online ONLINEToday Furnishings MarketTODAY® | January 12–16, 2017
It’s easy and quick to submit your application online! Choose your route below to get started.
EXHIBITED AT AMERICASMART PREVIOUSLY • Go to www.AmericasMart.com/ExhibitorPortal • The system will prompt you through the rest of the application process. Required fi elds are marked • Click the Login button to access your personal online portal. with a red dot. Digital Showroom, the Buyer’s Guide Listings and the Company Contacts pages can be • Click on the icon that says Apply to Exhibit. skipped and returned to via your Exhibitor Portal at • Select the Gift & Home tab under “Select a Market” a later date, if desired. and click Continue. • Once you have completed the application, • Choose The Atlanta International Gift & you will receive an acknowledgement email Home Furnishings Market® with the dates of confi rming your application was submitted from January 12–16, 2017 and click Select Show. confi [email protected]. • Choose your top 3 categories (areas) in which you’d like to show your products and then click Continue.
Need Assistance? Call 404.220.2222 or email [email protected].
NEW TO AMERICASMART • Obtain your Account ID (a four digit code) • Choose your top 3 categories (areas) in which you’d from your sales manager and go to like to show your products and then click Continue. https://Apply.AmericasMart.com/ • The system will prompt you through the rest of the • Enter your Account ID and complete the application process. Required fi elds are marked “Create An AmericasMart Account” page. with a red dot. Digital Showroom, the Buyer’s Guide Listings and the Company Contacts pages can be • Once your account is created, you will receive an email from [email protected] with skipped and returned to via your Exhibitor Portal at a link to set up your password for your account. a later date, if desired. • Once you have completed the application, • Go to www.AmericasMart.com/ExhibitorPortal you will receive an acknowledgement email • Click the Login button to access your personal confi rming your application was submitted from online portal. confi [email protected]. • Click on the icon that says Apply to Exhibit. • Select the Gift & Home tab under “Select a Market” and click Continue. • Choose The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® with the dates of January 12–16, 2017 and click Select Show.
Need Assistance? Call 404.220.2222 or email [email protected].
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12 404.220.2222 | @AmericasMartATL | AmericasMart.com The Atlanta International Gift & Home Thank You for Choosing Us Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017
We always strive to provide you with exclusive tools that will enhance your experience and Market success. Take advantage of the latest tool to promote your brand! Together with the AmericasMart app, your Digital Showroom is designed to increase your presence online and drive more buyer traffic to your booth. Upon confirmation, create your Digital Showroom at www.AmericasMart.com/ExhibitorPortal. You can also request Market badges, keep your company information current, and download important booth forms. Prepare for success at www.AmericasMart.com. Find checklists and videos with insider tips on booth displays, as well as information on advertising opportunities, travel, hotels, shipping, logistics and Market updates.
Added Resources Designed for You
Advertise First Look Lobby Displays The key to having a successful show is spreading Promote your products in displays located in the word about new product offerings, special high-traffic, visible lobby areas, for greater events, how buyers can make appointments exposure to Market attendees. and where they can find you at Market.
Travel Lead Retrieval We provide special benefits to make your trip to Capture more leads at Market! Lead retrieval devices AmericasMart more enjoyable and affordable. Take offer quick badge scanning, easy lead qualifying and advantage of our exclusive discounts and offerings note taking, and organized follow up. when planning your visit to Atlanta.
Logistics Product Photography Ship your freight via AmericasMart Logistics Supply us quality, print-ready product images and and avoid drayage fees when your freight they could be featured in our buyer marketing arrives at the Advanced Warehouse between communications and campus signage. November 7–December 23.
Buyer Invitations Let us help bring your buyers to Market! Provide your current and prospect buyer lists and our Retail Services team will contact your buyers with exclusive Market incentives.
AmericasMart knows how to do “customer service right! As an exhibitor, we pay a lot for our time and space at markets, and to get the service I got from the team at January Atlanta Market was such a treat!”
— Alison Petrie, The AG Studio
The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017 13 Important Deadlines & Dates
Deadline Task
August 8, 2016 Buyer List Submission Deadline
October 7, 2016 AmericasMart® Magazine Ad Deadline
October 28, 2016 Final Booth Payment Due
November 4, 2016 The Atlanta Buyer’s Guide Listing Deadline
December 8, 2016 Fern Order Forms Including Standard Booth Form Due
December 8, 2016 Electrical & Telephone Order Forms Due
December 9, 2016 The Atlanta Buyer’s Guide Ad Deadline
December 12, 2016 Late Charge Applies on All Forms
December 16, 2016 The Atlanta Buyer’s Guide Supplement Deadline
December 23, 2016 Advanced Freight Shipments Deadline
Book Your Travel and Hotel at www.AmericasMart.com/Travel
Forms Available at www.AmericasMart.com/ExhibitorPortal Access available after confirmation.
Freight Delivery Booth Set Up
Direct to Fern Warehouse Monday, January 9– November 7–December 23 Tuesday, January 10, 2017 Free drayage when using 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. AmericasMart Logistics. 877.58 8.8 9 3 0 Wednesday, January 11, 2017 AmericasMart.com/Logistics 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. All exhibits must be set by 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. Fern Warehouse Closed November 24–25, 2016 December 26, 2016 & January 2, 2017 Booth Dismantle/ Direct to Show Site via Move Out Common Carrier Monday, January 16, 2017 January 5–6, 2017 2 p.m. – Midnight January 9–11, 2017 (Drayage charges apply) Tuesday, January 17, 2017 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Direct to Show Site via Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) January 8–11, 2017 (Drayage charges apply; see schedule in Exhibitor Services Manual)
14 404.220.2222 | @AmericasMartATL | AmericasMart.com The Atlanta International Gift & Home Follow Our Checklist for Success Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017
Prepare for the Show Promote Your Participation
Review your booth confirmation to ensure it meets Make sure your Digital Showroom is updated with your your space needs. latest information—new products, Market events, special offers and anything buyers should know about. Design a creative and engaging booth display that Invite your current customers to see you at your will complement your product. booth at AmericasMart.
Create a free Digital Showroom at Schedule appointments with current and www.AmericasMart.com/ExhibitorPortal to showcase prospective customers. your company information and update product lines Advertise in the AmericasMart Magazine and and categories on our website and Market app. The Atlanta Buyer’s Guide. (Access available after confirmation.) Secure your First Look Lobby Display. Review your Exhibitor Services Manual and submit Post on AmericasMart’s Facebook, Twitter & appropriate forms. Instagram pages using #AtlMkt Avoid additional costs by observing all booth equipment Highlight new products being shown in your booth. rental and freight deadlines. Prepare your sales team to sell, sell, sell. Ship your display and freight to Atlanta through Follow up on all sales and prospect contacts made AmericasMart Logistics. at the Show.
Confirm your travel and hotel through AmericasMart Travel. u We’re Here to Help! Call 404.220.2222 with your Market questions.
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The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® | January 12–16, 2017 15 Upcoming Market Opportunities
Take advantage of our many Markets throughout the year to meet new buyers, build relationships and showcase your latest product.
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