asd market week post show report august 2015

2016 SHOW DATES February 28–March 2, 2016 / July 31–August 3, 2016 Las Vegas Convention Center, Nevadaasdonline.com

AUGUST 2015

POSTSHOWREPORT

AUGUST 2015 POST SHOW REPORT

The Affordable Shopping Destination / asdonline.com 2

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Dear Valued Customer,

As 2015 comes to a close, I wanted to take the time to reach out to you and share some truly spectacular highlights from our recent August event in Las Vegas.

VIP BUYER ATTENDANCE GROWS BY 24%Our Buyer Development team members were busy this spring and summer discovering new domestic and international buyers. Their efforts helped elevate our VIP retail buyer attendance by 24% and overall retail buyer/importer and distributors by 14%! Over 28% of our attendees were NEW to ASD, which meant new opportunities for exhibitors. The team also worked with Exhibitors on an exclusive hosted buyer program for qualified prospective buyers. In addition to hosting this elite group at the SLS Hotel, we provided black car service to and from the show, breakfast and cocktail hours and exclusive VIP Buyer lounges throughout the show floor to help this special group stay refreshed in between all their order-writing.

NEW NAME. NEW LOOK.To reflect the energy and vibrancy of ASD, we rebranded the show as ASD Market Week – The Affordable Shopping Destination and rolled out new creative to illustrate the concept of 9 shows under one roof. By focusing on our core markets – fashion + accessories, gift + home, beauty + fragrance, toys + novelties, cash + carry (jewelry & gifts to go), general store, smoke + vape, c-store and SourceDirect, we were able to communicate the message of all that ASD has to offer and attract buyers like never before.

MILLION DOLLAR MARKETINGIn 2015, we increased our buyer marketing investment by over one million dollars in an effort to improve both quality and quantity of buyers for you to connect with. We committed to seeking out the best and most qualified buyers to attend ASD Market Week. Our investment included increased meetings with buyers by our buyer development team, direct mail, telephone, e-mail campaigns as well as trade advertising and maximizing our PR efforts with media partners and industry associations.

MAKING STRIDES WITH MATCHING BUYERS & VENDORSOnsite, we had kiosks staffed with our experts to help Buyers find new categories and new vendors to explore. The launch of our Mobile App also assisted Buyers in making ASD Market Week the most efficient and effective to date. Exhibitors took notice of our efforts and an overwhelming number have reported record sales at the August show!We are so excited to continue our efforts for 2016 and beyond as we strive to be the #1 resource for both retail buyers and exhibitors. If you have any feedback you would like to share with us, please do not hesitate to reach out. We look forward to serving you this coming year!

Sincerely,

Karalynn SprouseExecutive Vice President

David BertelsenGroup Show Director

Camille CandellaVice President Marketing



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2,700 EXHIBITINGCOMPANIES

45,000+ TOTAL

ATTENDEES

14%INCREASE IN

BUYER ATTENDANCE*

28%NEW TO ASD

24% INCREASE

IN VIP BUYERS*

95 COUNTRIES ATTENDING

54 YEARS INBUSINESS

OVERVIEW

HIGHLIGHTS

*from August 2014 - August 2015

Highest Buyer Attendance since 2012

98% of attendees are responsible for purchasing

Exhibiting companies was UP 11%

(from August 2014)



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EXHIBITOR QUOTES

BUYER QUOTES

ASD contributes to results in returns in sales, even months down the road. Connections made here are priceless.- Zach Coles, Cream Glassware

ASD attracts more business-oriented buyers compared to other shows.- Pranav Arora, Highly Educated

We’re amazed at the Smoke + Vape Show at ASD. This is our first time showing and the order volume written has been astronomical, we’ll be back next session. - Grenco Science, licensed merchandise for Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa/Taylor Gang 95% of sales is mostly to Urban Outfitters and Spencer’s Gifts. Buyers are all across the board; Kroger, Target, and specialty stores. - Brandon B., iCup

I had a buyer from Forever21 buy our best sellers (mugs and watches) for the developing gift section of their store. - Daniel G., Unemployed Philosopher’s Guild

ASD is the only trade show we do, this is the place where we meet with our old buyers, as well as new buyers, wholesalers and retailers. We also expanded our customer base to Canada and Mexico. - Catherine, East-B

There has been so much chatter on our group email site. Everyone is talking about how it was the Best Show Ever! Our group has grown and everyone loves the ASD show! We cannot wait to come back in March!- Cris Willis, Parsons of Cumming, Southwest Buying Group President

The show has been great…I found lots of new vendors, and I’ll absolutely be back!- Susan Wexler, Zulily

ASD is a great place to think outside the box. It’s worth my trip from Canada every time. We have found a lot of really great product and are very excited to come back in March! - Sue Ann Ramsden, Canadian Museum Association

This is my 10th year here. ASD helps me find the right products at the right time and in the right environment. It’s all here and I don’t have to go anywhere else. ASD is my one-stop-shop!- Manny, Del Mar Fairgrounds

Every ASD show I buy between $20,000-$30,000.

It’s okay to miss other shows, but not this show. ASD is one of a kind and it’s truly the one-stop-shop for retailers and distributors.- Musharaf S.,Vapor Magic



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ASD

VIDEOS

ROI

SEOEMAIL

MAGAZINEADVERTISING

ATTENDEEDEVELOPMENT

TEAM

DIRECTMAIL

SOCIALMEDIA

BLOG

WEBSITE

ONLINEPROMOTION

Marketing

ASD INVESTS an ADDITIONAL $1 MILLION DOLLARS IN MARKETING for 2015

NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL ADVERTISING FOR ASD SHOW:

• Accessories Magazine• B2B Wholesale

Magazine• California Apparel News• Canadian Merchandiser• ERB Magazine• Gift Biz Buzz• Gift Shop Magazine• Giftware News Magazine• Gifts & Decorative

Accessories• GetThatWholesale.com• Global Premium Gifts

& Housewares• Independent Retailer• Museums & More

• OffPriceNetwork.com• RetailMinded.com• Retailers Forum • Solomayoreo• Souvenirs, Gifts

& Novelties• Specialty Retail Report• Swap Meet Magazine• The Closeout News• The Merchandiser Group• TopTenWholesale.com• Web Wholesaler

Magazine• WholesaleU.com• WWD Magazine



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RETAIL CHANNEL TYPES REPRESENTED AT ASD

20%

5%

75%

55%25%

7% 11%

Importer / Distributor

Promotional / Premium / Redemption / Non-Profit / Government Buyers

Internet / Catalog

Kiosk / Cart

Retail Buyer

Physical Store / Brick & Mortar

Swap Meet / Flea Market

QUALITY MATTERS 98% of attendees are retail buyers or importer/distributers.

Owner/partner grew by 3%.



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RETAILER STATISTICS

u Apparel / Accessories Store 17%

v Gift / Novelty / Souvenir Store 5%

w General Merchandise Store 15%

x Jewelry Store (Fine)

y Arts / Crafts / Hobby / Toy / Game 25%

z Discount Department Store

{ Cosmetics / Beauty / Perfume Stores 19%

| Furniture / Home Décor Store 54%

} Department Store 9%

~ Dollar Store

98% of attendees at ASD are primary decision makers.

= 450 ATTENDEES

{average attendee spends

total spend annually is over

$82,400

$2.8 BILLION

as a resultof the show

which means

10% increase year over year.

TOP 10 TYPES OF RETAIL STORES (compared to March 2015)



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DOMESTIC ATTENDANCEASD is a true national show compared to many regional events.

Mexico is our 6th largest attendanceafter the top 5 states in the U.S.

Attendance up 10%from August 2014

32%attendees

from West

34%attendees

from Mountain

20%attendees

from Central

14%attendees

from East



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INTERNATIONAL BUYERSASD draws more international buyers than any B2B wholesale and general merchandise show.

Central/South America, Caribbean Territories

Canada

Mexico

Other Countries

1. Mexico2. Canada3. Guatemala4. China5. Panama

6. Australia7. Costa Rica8. Trinidad & Tobago9. Honduras10. Chile

11. El Salvador12. Dominican Republic13. Barbados14. United Kingdom15. Columbia

TOP 15 ATTENDING COUNTRIES

12% of Buyers are InternationalUp 6% from August 2014

15%

26%

36%

23%



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VIP HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM

New for 2015, our Attendee Development team worked to host over 100 retail buyers, aimed at delivering a higher quality buyer to your booth. How did we do that? By getting recommendations from you, our valued customers! Thank you to all who participated in this

incredibly successful program. The buyers who participated were treated to a world class experience from the time they set foot in Las Vegas to their last day at ASD. We look forward to continuing the Hosted Buyer Program in 2016.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Eligibility Criteria• Nominated by a current show exhibitor• Company not represented at ASD Vegas from 2012-2015 Amenities for Buyers Included • 3 night hotel accommodations at the new SLS Hotel & Casino** • VIP transportation to and from the hotel to the Convention Center

during show days (Sunday-Wednesday) • Daily Continental Breakfast • Access to all 4 VIP Buyer lounges at the show including

internet access • Access to pre-show Personal Assistant to review vendor matches

and help set-up onsite appointments via ASD Matcher Tool Conditions • By Invitation Only • One time exclusive offer • Non-Transferrable • Limited Supply

** International Buyers receive up to 4 nights’ accommodations and up to $700 towards airfare costs

WANT TO NOMINATE A BUYER?

Contact your Account Executive to nominate a VIP buyer. Then, kick back and let us do all the work! We will let you know if your buyer accepts the nomination.

VIP ATTENDANCE INCREASED 24%

from August 2014

NEW FOR2015



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SAMPLING OF NEW VIP BUYERS

SAMPLING OF RETURNING VIP BUYERS



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SAMPLING OF INTERNATIONAL RETAILERS

Grupo PaisNo. of Stores: 9Annual Sales: $2 Mil-$5.9 MilType of Store: Jewelry Store

HEB MexicoNo. of Stores: 22Annual Sales: $10 Mil-$50.9 MilType of Store: Grocery Store

7-11 MexicoNo. of Stores: 352Annual Sales: $1.04 BilType of Store: Convenience Store

Hermanos BattaNo. of Stores: 230Annual Sales: $100 MilStore Type: Department Store

Canadian Museum AssociationNo. of Stores: 750 MuseumsAnnual Sales: $600,000-$1.9 MilStore Type: Gift/Souvenir

Mendel’s No. of Stores: 15Annual Sales: $6 Mil-$9.9 MilType of Store: Department Store

Suzy Shier CanadaNo. of Stores: 140 Stores and onlineAnnual Sales: $329 MilStore Type: Clothing and Accessories

OnixNo. of Stores: 20Annual Sales: $2 Mil-$5.9 MilType of Store: Junior Apparel Store

Los Tres ElefantesNo. of Stores: 5Annual Sales: $22.57 MilType of Store: Department Store



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HIGHLIGHTS

MATCH ME DESKSOur new “Match me” desks on the show floor helped connect buyers and sellers like never before.

EXHIBITOR APPRECIATION PARTYWe hosted and toasted the best of the best at ASD.

SEMINARSASD attendees had free access to over 65 sessions presented by trusted industry experts from Twitter, Yelp, eBay, Constant Contact, Snap Retail, Retail Minded and many more.

DAILY RECAPSNew for August! Vendor and event highlights were featured daily on the ASD Insider, our brand new blog.

VIP BUYER HAPPY HOUR We hosted and toasted the best of the best at ASD.

OPENING DAY CEREMONY Setting new traditions at ASD.



ASDMARKETWEEK

BEST BOOTH AWARDSNine winners were chosen from each section of the show to be awarded for their creative booth designs.

THE WINNERS

J-Lash - Health & Beauty

In Motion - C-store

Junggam - SourceDirect MMS Trading - Fashion & Accessories

Bora - Cash & Carry, Jewelry

Creative Ideas - Gift & Home

ABI - General Store

Starbuzz - Smoke

XO Mints -Toys & Novelties



ASDMARKETWEEK

MAJOR INCREASE IN SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

YOUTUBEASD Market Week

Launched new channel in 2015.

INSTAGRAM @ASDShow

Followers up 22% over March

TWITTER @ASDShow

Followers up 8% over MarchImpressions up 357% over March

LINKEDIN ASD Market Week

Launched new page in 2015.

MOBILE APP App store: ASD Market Week

468,997 page views

FACEBOOK @ASDTradeShows

Likes up 32% over MarchReach up 372% over March

Engagement up 83% over March



ASDMARKETWEEK

ASD LAUNCHES NEW ASD INSIDER BLOG FOR AUGUST 2015

EXAMPLES OF BLOG POSTS



ASDMARKETWEEK

Nadine Buccieri, Buyer Concierge ManagerCentral & North [email protected]: 323.817.2234

Amy Sadikoff, Buyer Concierge ManagerSouth Hall, [email protected] Phone: 323.817.2208

Briana Shieh, Buyer Concierge ManagerSouth Hall, [email protected]: 323.817.2209

Octavio Alvarez, Buyer Concierge [email protected]: 323.817.2239

Greg Schultz, Sr. Account [email protected]: 323.817.2233

Debbie Puccio, Sales [email protected]: 323.817.2215

Vanessa Martinez, Account [email protected]: 323.817.2223

Michael Braden, Account [email protected]: 323.817.2202

Tomel Lora, Show [email protected]: 323.817.2247

Sheng (Tom) Hua, Account [email protected]: 323.817.2237

Stephanie Beringhele, Account [email protected]: 323.817.2228

Joyce Kim, Account [email protected]: 323.817.2217

Holly Harris, Show [email protected]: 323.817.2242

Renee Knight, Sr. Account [email protected]: 323.817.2224

James Solomon III, Sr. Account [email protected]: 323.817.2235

Leslie Moncada, Account [email protected]: 323.817.2232

Nicole Watson, Sales [email protected]: 323.817.2230

SEE YOU NEXT YEAR! February 28 - March 2, 2016 / July 31 - August 3, 2016

LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER, NEVADA USA

FASHION & ACCESSORIES /BEAUTY & FRAGRANCE

GIFT & HOME / TOYS & NOVELTIES

GENERAL STORE / CLOSEOUTS /C-STORE / SMOKE

JEWELRY / CASH & CARRY / HANDMADE

ATTENDEE DEVELOPMENT

asd market week post show report august 2015

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