Spring 2020 Strategies

MARKET PREVIEW

There are opportunities to connect with other Blish-Mize customers at the Market. Meet with your peers on the show floor to share your successes, ask for advice on your challenges and get to know people who can relate to your business.

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During the Surprise Buys segment, Blish-Mize will announce the 10 items that are included. “We’re going to unveil 10 items that have hot event-only pricing, so this event shouldn’t be missed.” Uhrmacher says. Check Your SmartBook The Spring Buying Market offers exciting opportunities for you to plan ahead for your business. Before the Market, be sure to consult your SmartBook. This booklet—available online and in print— is customized to your store and can help you make smart buying decisions before and during the Spring Market. The SmartBook includes your purchases out of the warehouse for the past 12 months. It also offers suggested ordering amounts for the next three and six months to help you better plan your purchases before you arrive at the Market.

The SmartBook is broken into three groups of items. • Key selling “Market Featured” items. • New items Blish-Mize has added from the vendor in the last year. • The balance of the items you have purchased, sorted in a quantity order. If you haven’t already, contact your sales representative or visit blishmize. com to receive your SmartBook to start planning your time at the Market. Download the Market App Don’t forget to use the Blish-Mize Market app during your visit. It can help you make the most of your time on the floor and during your stay in Overland Park. How the App Can Help You • Make an appointment to meet your sales rep at the convention center,

lineup of Hardware House products that are available to Blish-Mize customers, including bath fixtures, fans, lighting, ceiling fans, locksets and more. See Page 41 for an update on what Hardware House has to offer. Have Some Friday Fun After the Market doors close at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Blish-Mize customers can relax and network at the Customer Appreciation Celebration This year’s event includes barbecue, entertainment from Spike Blake of “Dueling Pianos” and a new format that includes 10 Surprise Buys. “We have a special event in store for customers who attend our appreciation barbecue,” says Clay Uhrmacher, vice president of sales and marketing at Blish-Mize.

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