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The Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show, a coastal souvenir, resort gift show, returns December 8-11, 2019, to South Carolina’s Myrtle Beach Convention Center.

In addition to a selection of themed merchandise, resort apparel, gifts and souvenirs, the 2019 edition will welcome a number of new features, including the new MATCH VIP appointment-setting program, more show floor hospitality and networking opportunities.

“Serving retailers in the coastal souvenir and resort business for more than 35 years, the Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show is the best beach show for your bottom line,” says Lisa Glosson, vice president, gift and souvenir portfolio, Clarion UX. “Retailers know they will find the best selection of established lines, best-sellers and breaking new product introductions all under one roof.”

2019 Highlights

Product Selection

Featuring thousands of lines on display, retailers can explore a wide selection of products from the industry’s leading resort and gift manufacturers and sales representatives in every product category, including resort gifts, souvenirs, novelties, nautical/coastal items, licensed products, beachwear, general gift, and much more.

A New Customized Meeting Experience

MATCH! is the Grand Strand show’s new customized meeting experience that brings exhibitors and top souvenir/resort buyers together in pre-arranged, confirmed appointments based on mutual interests – all designed to personalize the show experience and accelerate sales.

“For 2019, we’re adding a number of new networking features to help our buyers and exhibitors connect and build strong business relationships,” adds Christina Bell, show director Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show. “Our new MATCH customized meeting experience program, which has been very well received at our other portfolio shows, now joins the line-up to help further strengthen vendor ROI and new partnerships. And, we’re also adding a number of fun new show floor hospitality and networking features that promise to further enhance the overall show experience.”

Goody Bag Giveaway

The first 100 buyers to arrive at the show on Sunday, December 8 and Monday, December 9 will receive a special tote bag filled with complimentary product samples from participating exhibitors.

Island Party Spots On The Show Floor

Retailers can look for the new show, Tiki Bar, and other happy hour spots on the show floor for complimentary drinks and the chance to meet up with industry friends. Details on dates and times will be released soon.

Made In America Buying Tour

Buyers are invited to go on a curated show floor tour to visit vendors on the show floor, learn tips and strategies to merchandise and sell Made in the USA products in their stores. A complimentary lunch will be provided to those that complete the tour. The tour will be led by Tommy Brown, St. Louis Zoo and will be held at 11 a.m. on December 8, 2019.

For more information on The Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show, visit www.grandstrandgiftshow.com.