August 2017
Winter Market 2018
Our Annual Event at the AmericasMart in Atlanta, GA
We are pleased to share that our Event will be hosted on FRIDAY, January 12, 2018. We will be in a new location and will share that with you, as soon as possible.
Our hope is to accommodate your schedule and ensure your support of PPP Vendor Partners and our Retail Community.
Breakfast: 8:30 a.m.
Order Writing Event: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Lunch: 12:00 p.m.
Location: TBA
Travel Incentives
ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL GIFT & HOME SHOW
January 9-16, 2018
AmericasMart, Atlanta, GA
We have a custom package to help you take advantage of all AmericasMart has to offer:
- To offset your travel expense, AmericasMart is offering a one-night complimentary stay at a participating Atlanta hotel. A special rate is also available for additional nights. Please remember, complimentary nights cannot be combined with any other offers. Limit one complimentary night per retail corporation.
- This is an exclusive opportunity with a limited quantity of hotel rooms available on a first-come, first-served basis. Complete the form below and fax it to Sarah Ann Hilton at 678.686.5112 by November 1, 2017. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Sarah at shilton@americasmart.com
- DOWNLOAD FORM HERE
Don’t miss the current Mart Travel Incentives for PPP Retail Members. Please note, we keep this list current. If you don’t see your Market, check back, as we are working to bring you more exciting offers.
Network News
August Vendor Listing
Our August Vendor Listing is now available for DOWNLOAD. Alternatively, bookmark THIS PAGE and refer to it often for the most current listing of PPP Vendors and direct links to their websites. Make sure you know what lines are offering you discounts and keep on top of the newest Vendors to join our community.
Member Networking: 2 Questions
Question: Have any other hospital gift shops done a grand reopening of their shop? What feedback can they offer?
Question: Can you recommend a Vendor that offers quality slat wall?
Please share your thoughts with us.
Las Vegas Market Poll
We are polling our Retail Member Stores, to learn what new opportunities we may bring you, including the possibility of a PPP Winter Event at the Las Vegas Market (complete with an Order Writing Vendor Floor). Be sure to take a moment to participate!
buzz worthy for August
Every entry for our monthly buzz worthy drawing is appreciated. This month is courtesy of:
Pomchies LLC, 10% Discount, (602) 493-1745, WWW.POMCHIES.COM, Opening $0 Reorder $0
Smart Retailing: Social Media and the Holidays
Start planning your Social Media Campaigns for Fourth Quarter with a few simple tips and a complimentary download!… READ MORE
Fresh Picks
This 10” upright holiday-themed Pusheen plush from GUND satisfies her sweet tooth with a delicious polka-dot mug full of hot cocoa and whipped cream.
Make some Christmas magic with Peter Pauper Press. Scratch away the black coating and sketch Christmas cookies, holiday ornaments, and snowflakes of your own design!
Make dazzling Christmas decorations with press-on glitter! Melissa and Doug’s technology lets kids get the look and feel of real glitter without the mess.
Adorable 6″ sitting Gemmies Penguin features metallic hat and high quality gem heart. Available October 2017 from First and Main.
