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by Jonathan Staley on March 15th, 2010
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Wholesale Electronics Sourcing with Evertek
by Jonathan Staley on March 15th, 2010
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Cure Your Electronics Sourcing Woes with Evertek
by Jonathan Staley on February 26th, 2010
If you are interested in sourcing wholesale electronics then it is well worth your time to check out Evertek, the world’s largest closeout electronics wholesaler and 20 year industry veteran. Stocking around 1600 different products at any given time, Evertek sells name brand notebooks, hard drives and big screen tvs as well as gaming consoles, flash lights and consumer electronics. Specializing in excess, overstock and end-of life products, their team of experienced purchasing professionals only pays cash for the products they source. This enables Evertek to get the best price possible from vendors which they then pass onto customers. This... Read more »
Perfume Expo America: Beauty, Jewelry and Design
by Jonathan Staley on February 25th, 2010
PXA the selective beauty tradeshow expands to jewelry, accessories, luxury packaging & designers to become New York’s all in one event for luxury brands targeting American retailers. PXA is the answer to perfume manufacturers and marketers, providing business opportunities for the world’s second largest luxury market. Read more »
Getting the Phone to Ring by Reinventing Your Business
by Jonathan Staley on February 12th, 2010
Q: Steve – I saw you on TV discussing how a woman who owned a cookie business reinvented it by tapping the wholesale market. In this economy, I bet there are a lot of people who would like to reinvent their business, but going wholesale is not a viable option. I am a lawyer for instance. So how do the rest of us reinvent our business? William A: I bet that if you think about it, the business you have today is different than the business you thought you would start or the business you actually started. When I began... Read more »
New York International Gift Fair
by Jonathan Staley on February 12th, 2010
This summer’s fair is split between the Javits Center, Pier 92 and Pier 94. The Fair showcases the very best lines across the home, lifestyle and gift spectrum. The fair’s full schedule: Accent on Design® featuring A+™ The Young Designers’ Platform August 15 – 19 (Sunday – Thursday) Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, Level 3 9 AM – 6 PM daily; 12 noon close on Thursday, August 19 At Home featuring Home Textiles August 15 – 19 (Sunday – Thursday) Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, Level 1 9 AM – 6 PM daily; 12 noon close on Thursday, August 19... Read more »
New York International Gift Fair: January 2010
by Jonathan Staley on February 9th, 2010
If you missed the New York International Gift Fair this past week, you can find photos and stories from the event here, here and here. Some of our favorites from the show: Sonic Woodblock Clock by Shine Labs The Flip Clock by Kikkerland Merino Felt Card Wallet by Gräf & Lantz Read more »
Gem and Lapidary Wholesale Show
by Jonathan Staley on January 26th, 2010
Gem and Lapidary Wholesale Show in Las Vegas Nevada from June 1st through the 3rd at Bally’s Hotel and Casino. Location: Bally’s Las Vegas Hotel and Casino Address: 3645 Las Vegas Blvd. South Las Vegas, NV 89109-4321 Phone: 702-967-4111 Hours: 10AM-6PM Daily; 10AM-3PM Sunday Read more »
Gem and Lapidary Wholesale Show
by Jonathan Staley on January 25th, 2010
Gem and Lapidary Wholesale Show in Franklin North Carolina from May 7th through May 9th at the Watauga Festival Center. Location: Watauga Festival Center Address: 426 Watauga Road Franklin, NC 28734-2324 Phone: 601-879-8832 Hours: 10AM-6PM Daily; 10AM-3PM Sunday Read more »
Tom Bishop’s Chicago International Wholesale Trade Show
by Jonathan Staley on January 25th, 2010
The World’s Finest Dollhouse Miniatures show. Saturday, April 17, 2010 ~ 10am – 5pm Sunday, April 18, 2010 ~ 11am – 4pm Daily Admission: Adults $8, Children Under 12 – $4 (No Strollers) Exclusive Preview Show & Sale Friday, April 16 ~ 5:30pm – 9:30pm Saturday, April 17 ~ 9am – 10am Admission: $25.00 each. Pre-registered Preview is Limited to 600. Tickets WILL NOT be available at the door. Includes Early Buying Privileges and 3 Day Admission Read more »