VDTA/SDTA & Southeastern Fabrics Fabric Wholesale Market in Nashville, TN
These seminars were presented at the Summer Show, August 18-20 at the
Nashville Convention Center.
NEW: Sewing Machine Repair Basics
August 18 from 9 am to 9:45 am in Room 214
Instructor: Jim Osborne, Sew N Vac Outlets
Sewing Machine Repair can be a profitable addition to your business. Quick tips
on repair, pricing, and tools needed to complete the job.
NEW: How & When Tips For Advertising
August 18 from 10 am to 11 am in Room 214
Instructor: Jim Osborne, Sew N Vac Outlets
Advertising for your business can be costly. Tips that will save you time and
money. How--What--When-- and Where to advertise.
NEW: Launching Your Profits With Gift Cards
August 18 from 10 am to 11 am in Room 212
Instructor: Rick Hanson, NICA Business Solutions
Businesses of all types have seen their profits skyrocket through gift card
programs. Sewing and vacuum merchants are no exception. Gift cards are now the
second most popular gift item in the U.S., outselling certificates by five to 10
times! Stop by this class and see how gift cards can launch your profits!
Suck-Cess 2005 - Taking Your Business to the Next Level -- August 18 from
9 to 11 am
(Plan to sit in on this lively session for 2 full hours of inspiration!)
Instructors: Alex Giftos, Cadillac Vacuum Sales & Service, Cliff Brady III,
Lindhaus, and Bill Dedich, Vacuum Express
Join Alex, Cliff, and Bill as they show you new ways to succeed in the vacuum
industry. If you care at all about your bottom line, attend this seminar and
learn how to raise it!
Can Someone Tell Me Where the Independent Sewing Machine Dealers' Market Is?
-- August 18 from 9 to 9:45 am
Instructor: Ricky Brooks, RNK Inc.
In the 80s you were told that consumers buying at Sears are not your market. In
the 90s, you were told that consumers buying at mass merchants, QVC, and the
Internet are not your market. This class will strive to help you, the
independent, find or locate your market and other proven methods of how to reach
that market before there is no such market.
Your Business is Changing - Are You? -- August 18 from 9 to 9:45 am
Instructor: Roger Kimbrell, Pro-Line Distributing
Don't be left behind! Our industry is rapidly changing and in order to thrive as
an independent vacuum and/or sewing dealer, you must go into each business day
with an open mind and willingness to change with the times. This class will
share ideas on how to change with the times.
Your Business Can Profit from the Emerging Home Machine Quilting Market --
Aug 18 from 10 to 11 am & Aug 19 from 10 to 11 am
Instructor: Roger Barrus, Handi Quilter Co. Inc.
The fastest growing segment of the quilting market is home machine quilting. In
addition to designing and piecing their quilt tops, quilters are beginning to
learn the art of machine quilting their own quilts at home. The machine quilting
industry is rapidly transitioning from commercial quilting to home machine
quilting. This class will focus on the opportunities available for sewing
machine dealers and quilt shops to tap into this growing segment of the $2
billion quilting industry.
Built-in Vacuum Systems: Are They Right For You? -- August 18 from 10 to
11 am
Instructor: Dagon Browning, A-1 Vacuum & Janitorial Supply
If you are interested in adding more profits to your bottom line, then consider
the idea of adding central vacuum systems to your product line up. This seminar
will review the benefits of having a built-in vacuum system in a home and the
profit potential that exists for you to sell that built-in to your customer.
KEYNOTE: Creating Credibility in Your Marketplace -- August 19 from 9 to
9:45 am
Presented by Dagon Browning, Specialty Retailer, Author & Speaker
This special presentation will portray real examples of how to grow your
business by building your store's reputation for service, integrity, and most
importantly - quality products.
How to Create A New Profit Center As A Retail Cleaning Specialist --
August 19 from 10 to 11 am
Instructor: Johnny Nix, IQAir North America
Air cleaners are a growing market. IQAir's Retail Dealer Program allows you to
create a profit center within your existing business, while expanding your
current product offerings. This is exclusive to business owners who have a
storefront operation. You'll also learn how to dramatically close the sale.
Creating New Vac Sales From Scratch -- August 19 from 10 to 11 am
Instructor: Roger Kimbrell, Pro-Line Distributing
Learn exciting programs and ideas for creating profitable vac sales from your
service department and bag and belt customers. The instructor is a master of
creative sales and will take you step by step through creating interest in the
customer who didn't intend to buy. He will also show you how to get into the
demo and effective closing techniques.
Three Things I Hate About Selling -- August 19 from 10 to 11 am
Instructor: Dagon Browning, A1 Vacuum & Janitorial Supply
Do you fear Wal-Mart? Maybe Wal-Mart should fear you after you take this class
by Dagon Browning. Dagon has spent over two decades taking existing stores from
distress to success. Dagon has reduced his most successful principals down to
three basic concepts that are easily applied by anyone. Take home just one of
these powerful concepts and make this year your best year ever!your market and other proven methods of how to reach
that market before there is no such market.
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