post show report - SourceDirect at ASD

POST SHOW REPORT
February 28-March 2, 2016
NEXT SHOW DATES
July 31–August 3, 2016
March 19-22, 2017
Las Vegas Convention Center–North Hall
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MARCH 2016 POST SHOW REPORT
SourceDirect is the fastest growing sourcing
show in North America. For 3 consecutive
years, the show has experienced growth in NSF
and participation. Since March 2014, NSF has
increased by 227% and participating companies
have increased by 177%.
fact s a bo ut s o ur ce d ir e ct Ma r ch 2016
y ear ov e r y e a r g r ow th
Q UICK FA CT S
E x po Dat e February 28–March 2, 2016
S o ur ce d ir e ct S ho w E s ta bl is he d August 2013
V e nue Las Vegas Convention Center, Nevada
47% increase in square footage
341
exhibitors
37,600sq. ft.
55% increase in exhibiting companies
from March 2015
8,000 unique attendees
220 exhibitors
25,784 sq. ft.
62 countries attending
123
exhibitors
90% of attendees finalize, authorize and/or
11,700 sq. ft.
2014
from March 2015
recommend purchases
2015
2016
86% of attendees are executive management,
owner/partner, merchandiser, or sourcing
director/manager
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THE P O WER O F a s d ma rk e t w e e k
Held twice a year in Las Vegas, Nevada for more than 50 years, ASD brings the
widest variety of merchandise together in one efficient consumer-goods trade event.
NINE S H O WS I N O N E
cash + carry
jewelry, cash & carry
fashion
accessories
artisan collective
(Gift, Home, Style,
Variety & Volume,
Electronic Accessories)
general store closeouts too!
general store newest
luggage
electronics
military/tools/outdoor
smoke + vape
convenience
store
licensed
apparel
shoe parlor
beauty +
fragrance
business
solutions
toys +
novelties
gift + home
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ASD m a r ke t we e k
C o -loc at e d Ev e n t
ASD Market Week – The largest B2B general merchandise event in North America.
45,000+
TOTAL
ATTENDEES
2,700
EXHIBITING
COMPANIES
55
YEARS IN
BUSINESS
95
COUNTRIES
ATTENDING
I’ve been to Hong Kong, all over the world
and you just can’t beat ASD. I’ve been
coming to ASD twice a year for 30 years
and spend at least $500,000 each time.
This show means so much to my business.
Sho w O r ga n i ze r
- Dan D., Owner, Davis Creations
q u i c k fac t s
2 shows annually in
Las Vegas, Nevada
98% of attendees have
purchasing authority
34%
increase in VIP retail
buyer attendance
(from March 2015)
9
shows in one with
hundreds of product
categories
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i ntern at i o n a l atte n da n c e
11% of buyers are international.
ASD draws more international buyers than any other B2B wholesale and general mechandise show.
26%
15%
36%
23%
do mest i c at t e n da n c e
ASD is a true national show compared to many regional events.
28%
29%
20%
12%
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retai l c h a n n el typ e s r e p r e s e nte d at a s d
Kiosk/Cart
8%
Swap Meet/
Flea Market
12%
Internet/Catalog
26%
54%
Physical Store /
Brick & Mortar
QUALITY MATTERS
98% of attendees are primary decision markers.
Promotional products/
Redemption/Non-Profit/
Government Buyers/
Jobber/Closeout Specialist
Importer/Distributor
6%
20%
74%
Retail Buyer
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SO URC E DI R E C T ov e r a ll A tte n da n c e
region o f i m po r t (mu lti - s e l e c t )
8%
Europe
1%
6%
Africa Mexico, Central America,
Caribbean
6%
South America
9%
Southeast Asia
(Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia,
Vietnam, Singapore, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos,
Brunei, East Timor)
11%
South Asia
(India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal,
Bhutan, Maldives)
59%
East Asia
(China, Japan, Hong Kong,
South Korea, Taiwan,
Mongolia)
mi ni m um o r der qu a n ti ty
20%
3,600+ pieces
49%
300-600 pieces
12%
1,200-3,600 pieces
19%
600-1200 pieces
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perc e n tag e s o f the tota l i nte r n ati on a l a ud ie nce
62 countries attended the SourceDirect show.
19%
Other
29%
Mexico
22%
Central/
South America/
Caribbean Territories
30%
Canada
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Pro du c t s o f I n t e re s t
Attendees are looking to purchase these types of products at the show.
STYLE
13,686
VARIETY
11,380
7,729
GIFT
3,742
HOME
ELECTRONIC
ACCESSORIES
1,536
m o st r e q uest e d p r od u c ts w i th i n e ac h cat e g o ry
Gift
HO ME
1,096
GENERAL GIFTS
CHRISTMAS
742
7729
SOUVENIRS & NOVELTIES
ART/CRAFT/HOBBY SUPPLIES
630
CHARACTERS, BRANDS,
ENTERTAINMENT
608
533
OTHER HOLIDAY/SEASONAL
497
HALLOWEEN
COLLEGIATE &
MAJOR LEAGUE SPORTS
485
PLUSH
485
STATIONERY, CARDS,
GIFT WRAP
714
717
HOUSEWARES, KITCHENWARE,
TABLETOP, SMALL APPLIANCES
INTERIOR DECOR
(CURTAINS, WALL ART, ETC.)
562
549
OUTDOOR, LAWN, GARDEN DECOR
HOME IMPROVEMENT
(HARDWARE, TOOLS, ETC.)
BATH (SHOWER CURTAINS,
BATH RUGS, CADDIES, TOWELS, ETC.)
BED (LINENS, PILLOWS,
COMFORTERS, ETC.)
FURNITURE, LAMPS, LIGHTING
530
506
446
432
438
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m o st r e q uest e d p r od u c ts w i th i n e ac h cat e g o ry (continued)
NEW category!
Electronic accessories
ACCESSORIES - CELL PHONE,
BLUETOOTH, EAR BUDS, ETC.
927
EQUIPMENT - TABLETS, CAMERAS,
PDAS, DVD PLAYERS, TVS
SourceDirect is a great
sourcing opportunity for
those who are looking
to buy direct. The
number one reason we
attend is that it is one
of the best shows to
find new products &
suppliers.
609
238
S TYL E
1,380
COSTUME JEWELRY
1,280
MEN’S APPAREL
7729
1,267
HANDBAGS
– Rebecca C. & Michele M.,
Senior Buyers, SNI, Bensalem, PA
1,212
WATCHES
1,182
WOMEN’S APPAREL
1,103
SUNGLASSES & EYEWEAR
1,057
HATS & SCARVES
943
SMALL LEATHER GOODS
(BELTS, WALLETS, ETC.)
790
COSMETICS, NAILS, HAIR PRODUCTS
636
KID’S APPAREL
va ri e ty
1,219
ALL OTHER GENERAL MERCHANDISE
CLOSEOUTS & LIQUIDATION
1,186
7729
TOYS, GAMES, PUZZLES
SPORTING GOODS
668
639
CONVENIENCE STORE ITEMS
602
DOLLAR STORE
559
BABY & KID’S PRODUCTS
CAMPING / OUTDOOR RECREATION
PET PRODUCTS
FOOD, CANDY, SNACKS
893
552
525
501
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ATTEN DE E pr o f i l e
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Importers
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Distributors
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Wholesale
Companies
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Sourcing Agents
ìì
Mass Merchants
ìì
Buying Groups
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National Retail &
International Chains
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Chain Stores
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Exporters
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ASD 2,700+
ASD hosts several
buying groups each
show. Buying groups
are groups of collective
retailers that represent
hundreds of retail stores.
Exhibitors
s am pl i n g o f b uy i n g g r ou p s
1,000+ hospital gift shops
120 store memberships
AHVRP
Sierra Pacific Crafts
Association for Hospital Volunteer
Resource Professionals
Fills nearly two million sqaure feet of retail space and 360
million dollars in retail sales.
77 stores
150+ members
representing U.S. gift shops
Coach House Gifts
7,000 stores in 44 States
Family Dollar
350+ stores
Ideation
3,000 college stores
NACS (National Association of College Stores)
Represented in the US, Canada,
and 34 other countries.
Southwest Buying Group
300+ department stores in Mexico
Waldo’s Merchandising Services
National retailers, drug stores,
supermarkets and wholesale distributors
Sourcing Edge
Supplies men’s, women’s and children’s apparel,
accessories, home goods, and other items to the
wholesale industry.
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so urc e di r e c t atte nd e e u ni v e r s e
Top 10 Importers/Distributors/Retailers
VIP attendees
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Pro-motion Distributing (CA)
Heartland America
Firefly Buys
Americas Kids
AJ Wholesale Distributors Inc.
Earthbound Trading Company
$6M - $9.9 Million
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
Papermart
Mixed Bag Designs
AJ Wholesale Distributors Inc.
Earthbound Trading Company
Nickles & Dimes
Universal Wholesale Inc.
Circus Circus
Firefly Buys
Crimson Ridge
Imagine This
A To Z Factory Closeouts Inc.
Fhi Brands
Higuchi
Discover Group Inc.
Bee Sales Co
Pro-Motion Distributing
Hi-Way Distributing
Dirt Cheap, Inc
asd exhibitors
Gift/Toy
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Super Nature Inc
In Motion Design
Linzy Toys Inc.
SJT Enterprises Inc
Fabrique Innovations, Inc.
USI Floral Imports, Inc.
Portofino Int’l Trading USA, Inc.
Driftstone Pueblo, Inc.
Turtle King Corp
Great World Co.
Style/Beauty
1. In Style Accessories
2. Pacific Link Trade, USA
3. Cheveux Corp
4. Cyrus JM Corp
5. Atlas Fashion Corporation
6. A Plus Group Inc/Lida Collection
7. Just Fantastic Inc.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
M&F Western Products
Dirt Cheap, Inc
Liberty Hardware
Bee Sales Co.
Pro-Motion Distributing
$10M - $50 Million
1.
2.
3.
Americas Kids
M&F Western Products
Heartland America
Over $100 Million
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Ace Hardware
Venetian Worldwide
Fred’s Inc
Hillman Inc
Liberty Hardware
Partybake Insighters Inc.
DSD (Ross Stores)
Sales Volume: $15 million
Source: apparel and sunglasses
Mixed Bag Designs (CA)
Sales Volume: $6 million
Source: kitchenware, housewares and paper
products
Bee Sales Co. (IL)
Sales Volume: $14 million
Source: apparel, headwear and general
merchandise
Hi-Way Distributing (OH)
Sales Volume: $34 million
Source: fashion accessories, handbags and gifts
Hillman Inc. (AZ)
Sales Volume: $200 million
Source: licensing products
Liberty Hardware (NC)
Sales Volume: $360 million
Customers include: Walmart, Lowes, Home Depot
and Four Seasons
Source: hardware
Value/Variety
1. Baby King/Pet King
2. ABI USA Sales
3. Militti Sales & Promotions
4. Fesco Distributors Inc
5. CBB Group Inc
6. Z-Cell
7. Oceanis Inc
8. Expressive Design Group
9. Allied Imex Inc.
10. Cotton Valley LLC
Dirt Cheap, Inc. (MO)
Sales Volume: $50 million
Note: They distribute to 36 gas stations
Source: general merchandise
Partybake Insighters Inc. (CA)
Sales Volume: $840 million
Source: kitchenware
Heartland America (MN)
Sales Volume: $80 million
Source: general merchandise
Discover Group Inc. (NY)
Sales Volume: $12 million
Source: office supplies, school supplies and
cellphone accessories
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s o urc e di r e c t Ma rc h 2016 S a mp li ng of Impo r t e r s /D is t r ibut o r s
Annual Sales Volume of Over $10 Million
AAA WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTORS CORP
NPI GROUP
AMBITEC
NYB INTERNATIONAL INC
AMCAR LTDA
OCEAN VIEW MALL, INC
AMERICAN ALUPACK INDUSTRIES LLC
OK SUPPLIES
APC
OSCAR SUPER CASH & CARRY INC
BEE SALES CO.
PAMANIS
BLACK DRAGON ENTERPRISES LLC
PAYLESSORLANDO
BOJER CUSHIONS INC.
PERFUME INTERNATIONAL
C.U.2 INC.
PERFUME UNLIMITED L L C
CBS MANUFACTURING GROUP CBS MANUFACTURING
PLATINUM MICRO, INC
CHARTERED DISTRIBUTION
PRO-MOTION DISTRIBUTING
CITY OCEAN INTERNATIONAL
PROVEEDORA DE OFICINAS
CONCEPT BRANDS TRADING LLC
PUBLISHERS CLEARING HOUSE
COSMETIC DESIGN GROUP
PUGS, INC.
CROCS LIGHTER INC.
QUECAN DISTRIBUTION
DEL ESTE TRADING
RETAILOGIC
DELARENTE CORPORATION LIMITED
RIVOLITE LUGGAGE
DISENOS JOYAS
RM TRADING
H. DAYA (CHINA) LTD
ROGA LOGISTICS SERVICES INC
E.T. PERFUMES, INC
ROLANDO ELECTRONICOS
EXCLUSIVIDADES SIMÓN S.A.
ROYALTY DISTRIBUTION
FANTASIAS E IMPORTACIONES
RSG-LATAM
FASHION WORLD INC
SEAMAN PAPER COMPANY
FRAGRANCE UNLIMITED
SECOND HAND CONCEPTS, INC.
GANDER GROUP
SERVICIO GLOBAL
GHRA
SESSIONS SPECIALTY CO
GLOBAL MANAGEMENT INVESTMENTS,LTD
SHERALVEN ENTERPRISES LTD
GMA FASHION JEWELRY
SHIKKA TRADING CO LLC
ISELLER
SIGNATURE BRANDS
IX CORPORATIVE SA DE CV
SILVER SPRINGS BOTTLED WATER
J J DISTRIBUTORS LLC
SKYMOUNT JAPAN LIMITED
J S TRADE LTD
SMITH SOUTHWESTERN
J&K DISTRIBUTORS
SNI
JIMPIEL
SNI GROUP
KITTRICH CORPORATOIN
SOUTHCO DISTRIBUTING COMPANY
KOTIS DESIGN
STAR WHOLESALE
KW ABSC
STEAM GROUP
LAKE INDUSTRIES
TAMMER-TUKKU
LASERGIFTS
TASMANIA BUSINESS LTD
LTD COMMODITIES INC.
TELECARD NETWORK
LYNCO PRODUCTS
TRADEWINDS INTERNATIONAL
MAIADA LLC
USA COLOR MINILAB INC
MAXEL
VALUE MAX PRODUCTS
MEYERS SUPPLY
WHOLESALE CLUB LLC
NATAN JOYAS
WILD WEST MUNCHIES
NAVAJO MANUFACTURING CO
WORLD OF AROMA INC
NORTHTOWN
WTM-USA, LLC.
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S o urc e di r e c t Ma rc h 2016 S a mp li ng of R E TA IL E R S
Annual Sales Volume of Over $10 Million
8 MILE FOODLAND
GREATER GOOD NETWORK
PAYLESS CASH AND CARRY
ACE HARDWARE INTERNATIONAL
GROUP PUBLISHING
PERFUMES WORLD
AMARO’S GIFT
H-E-B MEXICO
PETROLEUM WHOLESALE LP
AMERICAN QUICK FOODS
HAYWOOD HOUSE INC.
PINE CLIFF RESORT
AMERICAS KIDS
HDE
PINK COCONUT BOUTIQUE
AMRETAILGROUP INC
HEARTLAND AMERICA
POCKET JEWELS LLC
ANGEL TRADING CO
HIGUCHI DEVELOPER INC
PRICES PLUS
ANSAR GALLERY
HOBBY LOBBY STORES INC.
PROMOTORA DE NEGOCIOS DIES
ARS
HONG KONG CHERRY INT’’L TRADE CO LTD.
QUIBIDS
AT HOME RECREATION
HOWARD TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
R.L. JORDAN OIL CO
AVA APPAREL
HUNTS BEAUTY SUPPLY
RED APPLE STORES INC.
AVB DESIGNS
IMS LLC
RETEX LLC
BARRISTER GLOBAL SERVICES NETWORK
J & J NOVELTIES DBA
RISO
BBC LIGHTING & SUPPLY
JEWELRY IS FUN
SBAR S INC
BEST SERVICE STORES
KGM INDUSTRIES INC
SDI PETROLEUM
BIG TIME PRODUCTS
KINGS ACE HARDWARE
SEVENTH AVENUE
BLAYLOCK MARKETING LLC
KISS ELECTRONICS
SHALOM
BLUE WATER BRIDGE DUTY FREE
LA CHIQUITA
SHALOM S A
BRISTOL SOUND
LES PLACEMENTS ARDEN INC
SHASA
BURLINGTON COAT FACTORY
LIVERPOOL ENT INC
SHENZHEN VALUELINK TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD
C&S SALES
LOLA SHOETIQUE
SHERALVEN ENTERPRISES LTD
CARIBBEAN RETAIL VENTURES INC
LOTS OF LOTS DE MEXICO
SILVER STAR BRANDS
CASTLE & COOKE PROPERTIES, INC.
MAINSTREAM BOUTIQUE (MN)
SILVERTREE ADVISERS LLC
CHEHALIS SHOP N KART
MAPLE HARBOUR
SIMPLY SHEIK INVESTMENTS
CLT COMPUTERS INC
MARCAS PROPIAS INTERNACIONALES
SMARTBUY OUTLET INC.
COMERCIALIZADORA EPM
MARUKAI CORPORATION
STARCREST PRODUCTS OF CALIFORN
D&S ENTERPRISES
MASS DISCOUNT MERCHANDIZER COR
SUN VALLEY LAKE INC
DAILYSTEALS COM
MATA’S FRUIT STORE
SUPER BARU
DAREE
MERCADO LIBRE
SUPERMERCADOS MI GENTE
DCK CONCESSIONS
MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL
T & W COMPANY
DIAMOND RENTAL
MIC TECH GROUP
THE DEALS CENTER
DISTRIBUCIONES DIVERSAS SA DE CV
MICHAEL F. & CO
THE DUCK STORE
DJ DIRECT
MIDWEST PETROLEUM
THE GUN STORE
DOCKSIDE TRADING COMPANY
MISSDIVINE
TREND BEAUTY CORPORATION
E & J AUTOACCESSORIES
MS MACHINERY & PARTS
TRENDNATION LLC
E SHOP LLC
MSGYLLC
U WIN COMPANY
E-Z MART STORES
NATION GIFTS & MORE
UCSD
ERWIN DISTRIBUTING CO INC
NATIONAL GUARD EXCHANGE
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON DUCK STORE
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
NATIONAL WHOLESALE LIQUIDATORS
US ALL AMERICAN
FAMILY FARM & HOME
NATIONAL WHOLESALE STORES
VIRTUAL COMMERCE INC
FARMACIA CAMPO ALEGRE
NET HEALTH SHOPS LLC
WILCO FARM STORES
FASCINATIONS
NIMAR, S.A.
Y AND F
FEMOSA
OPERADORA FUTURAMA S A DE C
YA YA CREATIONS INC
FIESTA FOODS
OUTLET RECREATION
YOGIBO
GALLE FOLHEADOS
PARK N SHOP LLC
GIFTS INTERNATIONAL INC
PAWNSHOP CONSULTING GROUP, INC.
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s am pl i n g o f A SD VI P B U YE RS
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Sam pl i n g o f I n t e r n ati on a l R e ta i l e rs at t e nd ing A S D
Operadora LOB
Number of Stores: 51-100
Annual Sales: $51 Mil - $100 Mil
Type of Store: Apparel and
Accessories
Home Mart (Sears Guatemala)
Number of Stores: 2 - 5
Annual Sales: $600,000 -$1.9 Mil
Type of Store: Department Store
Supermercados Econo
Number of Stores: 51-100
Annual Sales: $100 Mil +
Type of Store: Grocery Store
Isadora
Number of Stores: 100+
Annual Sales: $2 Mil - $5.9 Mil
Type of Store: Apparel and
Accessories
Wal-Mart (Guatemala)
Number of Stores: 100+
Annual Sales: $300,000 $599,999
Type of Store: Department Store
Mercado Libre
Number of Stores: online
Annual Sales: $10 Mil - $50.9 Mil
Type of Store: Online Reseller
Oxxo
Number of Stores: 16 - 50
Annual Sales: $6 Mil - $9.9 Mil
Type of Store: Convenience Store
Mega Super
Number of Stores: 100 +
Annual Sales: $10 Mil - $50.9 Mil
Type of Store: Grocery Store
Sixty
Number of Stores: 5
Annual Sale: $2 Mil - $5.9 Mil
Type of Store: Apparel and
Accessories
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exhibi t o r pr o f i le
Exhibitor Participation March 2016
314 Exhibitors from 14 Countries
Exhibitor Participation August 2015
513 Exhibitors from 14 Countries
Countries Represented March 2016
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Algeria
China
Hong Kong
India
Japan
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Mexico
Nepal
Pakistan
Singapore
South Korea
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Taiwan
Turkey
United States
Vietnam
Exhibi t o r P r o du c t C ate gori e s
STYLE
Apparel & Footwear
Affordable Footwear, Fashion Apparel, Lingerie, Fashion
Hosiery, Resort, Blanks, T-Shirts, Swim/Cover Ups, Work
Wear
Fashion Accessories
Bangles, Belts, Bracelets, Earrings, Eyewear, Gloves,
Handbags, Hats, Headwear, Jewelry, Leather Accessories,
Luggage, Necklaces, Scarves, Tote Bags, Umbrellas
Style & Beauty
Cosmetics, Color Care, General Beauty Enhancement,
Hair, Lips, Lotions, Skin Care, Nails
GIFT
Gift & Handicrafts
Art, Candles, Clocks, Crystal, Decorations, Figurines,
Gifts, Gift Bags, Gift Wrap, Holidays, Lighting, Office
Accessories, Party Supplies, Picture Frames, Special
Occasion, Stationery, Tchotchke
HOME
Home & Garden
Bath, Bedroom, Ceramics, Furnishings, Glassware, Home
Décor, Hard Goods (Pots/Pans/Utensils), Home Textiles,
Hospitality, Linens, Plastic Goods, Table Top, Throws
ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES
Cases, Covers, Ear Buds, Fans, Headphones, PDA, Tablet,
& iPhone Fashion Accessories, Speakers, Watches
VARIETY
Outdoor
Athletic Accessories, Balls, Bats, Boards, Camping, Caps,
Clubs, Exercise, Gloves, Hiking, Sporting Goods, Tactical
Knives, Shoes, Uniforms
Toys
Games, Novelty, Plush, Toys
Volume & Variety
Chain Store, Discount Variety Products, Dollar Store,
Promotional, Seasonal
Business Services
Website, Advertising, Point of Purchase, Store and
Business Services
Miscellaneous
Adult Novelties, Energy Drinks, Smoking Accessories
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HI GHL I G H T S
|Ri bbon Cutti ng Ceremony
SourceDirect welcomed all buyers, exhibitors,
distinguish delegates, media and more to a
celebratory “ribbon cutting ceremony” to kick off the
four day event. Filled with live entertainment, the
opening ceremony acknowledged all participating
countries and international delegates that were
present at the show.
fAC T ORY m atch ma k in g service }
We provide a matchmaking service on the show floor
to help align buyers with the right suppliers. This is
a great opportunity for exhibitors to highlight their
company and product lines to buyers who are looking
to source directly from factories. By providing the
necessary materials (company info, brochure, product
line sheets, etc.) pre-show, our experienced sourcing
team will be able to match the right buyers to you.
|Sourci ng semi nars
Educational seminar tracks are located on the
show floor and are focused on sourcing, logistics,
importing, etc. from industry experts.
C us t ome r A p p r e ci at ion N igh t }
We appreciate you! As a thank you for supporting
the show, we host an appreciation/networking event
after hours for all our exhibiting customers to join us
for drinks and entertainment. This event is a great
way for our ASD customers to meet and network with
SourceDirect suppliers, and to see what’s going on
at SourceDirect.
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what at t en de es s a i d
This was our second time attending the SourceDirect show. I was amazed that
the show provided so many resources. [Sourcing internationally] is famous
for its complexity and difficulty, but the show has made it approachable and
I can tell a great deal of thought was obviously expended ahead of time.
By providing seminars, supplier match recommendations, and answering
questions, SourceDirect really provided a bridge for buyers like myself. The
Factory Matchmaking team was of great value. The team took time to craft their
recommendations specifically to our stated needs. We found new factory leads
and have connected with one factory who we will be placing an order with right
away, and two others for the future.
- Jason P., Owner, Swashbuckle Industries LLC, Las Vegas
This was my first time attending the SourceDirect show. I was very impressed
by the level of organization, the size of the show, and overall experience. It was
simply great! We were able to meet with five factories and found everything we
were looking for, for our business. The show’s factory matchmaking service
also helped match us to the right suppliers, saving us a lot of time and making
it easier to navigate the show floor.
-Mario L., Buyer, AndenCentral, Mexico
This is our second time attending the SourceDirect show. We came to source
plastic goods and novelty products for our business and found everything
we were looking for at the show. We met with three new factories and plan to
place future orders with them. We always have a great experience at the show.
The factory matchmaking service is always so helpful and saved us time and
energy navigating the show floor.
-Thomas F., Owner, Strapworks LLC, Oregon
We connected with four to six factories, found a lot of new contacts, and placed
several orders with the factories. We were looking for a variety of items that
we can brand with our logo including shoes, socks, hats, beanies, paper and
plastic bags. We found just about everything we needed for our business here
[at SourceDirect]! The matchmaking services were also a big help by matching
us to suppliers on the floor, saving us lots of time. We will be back in August to
look for more of the same products and will reunite with the factories we met to
see what new products they have. Overall, we couldn’t have been more thrilled
about what we experienced at ASD/SourceDirect. It is a great show to source
products and create amazing margin builders. Definitely a show you can’t miss!
-Daniel M., Regional Manager/Glass Buyer, Myxed Up Creations, Colorado
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W HAT EX H I B I T O R S S A I D
“We received a lot of qualified leads and noticed the show
traffic was much higher this show than last March 2015. We will
definitely be back to exhibit at the next show.”
- Chihong C., General Manager, 3E Creation, China
“We had a great show. The first two days of the show we wrote
orders totaling $80,000 for our canvas backpacks and tote bags.
The bags were very well received by the buyers. We will be back
in August 2016.”
- Jianny Z., General Manager, Yiwu Ejune Bags, China
“Really good show. We were impressed at the amount of
buyers coming to us. We had been told about the matchmaking
initiatives but never really believed it until coming here. We made
a large order with a company from Canada and are following up
with US buyers for smaller and medium orders.”
- R., Cinturones Marquez (Mexico)
“Great show. We made several contacts and got really good
feedback about our products, which are brand new in the market.
The team was amazing as to bringing us buyers directly to our
booth. Even Wal-Mart showed up! We are very excited and are
planning on coming back in August.”
- Matthew C., Evo Brazil (Brazil)
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b es t b o o t h awa rd s
Nine winners were chosen, one from each section of the show was awarded for their creative booth design.
THE WI N N ER S
SourceDirect: Crafts from Northeast India
Chosen for their high quality merchandise and
beautiful booth design.
Convenience Store: Fifo Wireless
Perfect for Convenience Store displays, Fifo
Wireless wowed at ASD with an attractive and
colorful showcase of their tech accessories.
Smoke + Vape: Beard Vape
Beard Vape had a very creative and
innovative booth that looked like a wood
cabin. Constructed from real wood, it provided
a homey, casual environment inside to do
business and sample products.
Beauty + Fragrance: Offa Beauty Inc.
Offa Beauty’s debut at ASD won for their
impeccable booth design and make-up studiolike setting, creating an unforgettable and
luxurious experience for our attendees.
Fashion + Accessories: Vision
ASD welcomed Vision to the newly redesigned
apparel section with their simple and elegant
booth design, reminiscent of famous boho
apparel boutiques. Made in the USA and
effortlessly chic, Vision was a true hit with buyers.
General Store: Scosche Industries
Brand new to ASD, Scosche is a leader in the
electronics industry. Chosen for their sleek
booth design and interactive product demos.
Jewelry + Cash & Carry: Bonopop
Bringing an urban flair to the Jewelry Show,
Bonopop’s creative use of space and minimalist
merchandising approach garnered top props
at ASD.
Gift+ Home: The Nutty Bavarian
Their new, eye-catching booth design spelled
sweet success for this long-time legacy ASD
exhibitor.
Toys + Novelties: Jada Toys Inc.
Talk about a WOW factor! We found this booth
to be simply MARVEL-ous!
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see yo u at th e n e xt s how !
July 31–August 3, 2016
Las Vegas Convention Center
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Contact us
S ale s
Ma r k e t ing
David Pennes
International Sourcing Group Sales Director
Tel: +1.323.817.2246
[email protected]
Linh Vu
Marketing Director
Tel: +1.323.817.2229
[email protected]
Stephen Stagliano
International Business Development Manager
Tel: +1.323.817.2227
[email protected]
Pamela Thompson
Attendee Development Specialist
Tel: +1.623.544.0371
[email protected]
Winnie Liu
International Business Development Manager
Tel: +1.213.430.2300
[email protected]
Dean Cechvala
Show Coordinator
Tel: +1.323.817.2245
[email protected]
Joseph Woo
Business Development Manager
Tel: +1.323.817.2249
[email protected]
Brittany Sprouse
Client Services Specialist
Tel: +1.323.817.2243
[email protected]
exec ut i v e
Karalynn Sprouse
Executive Vice President, Merchandise Group
& International Sourcing
Tel: +1.323.817.2244
[email protected]
Camille Candella
Vice President of Marketing
Tel: +1.323.817.2221
[email protected]
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