Greetings!
Holidays starting to stress you out? It's easy to get tied
up with all the obligations, appointments, dollar signs,
and craziness that the holiday season brings. Take a
moment to breathe deep and really enjoy your holiday
season however you like to celebrate it best. Be
thankful for all the opportunities in life, and all the
freedoms we can enjoy. We are so thankful that you
have taken the time to enjoy this newsletter and
thankful to be part of this industry where we can help
businesses grow.
We wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving celebration!
3rd Largest Bridal Show in the United States |
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Bridal Shows, Inc. is proud to produce the 3rd largest
bridal event in the United States, the Dallas Bridal
Show.
Although we are pleased with our progress we are
always striving to do more..which means becoming
#1!
How did the Dallas Bridal Show become the 3rd
largest bridal show? One major factor is our intense
advertising campaign. In a very large and diverse
market such as Dallas/Fort Worth we have worked
hard to seek out the best formats for targeting area
brides. This is an ongoing process and one we are
always striving to increase every year. Companies that
exhibit with Bridal Shows, Inc. can rest assured that
we are putting their money to work for them in as
many different and profitable methods as we can.
Currently our Dallas Bridal Show draws over 5,000
brides each year. Over 3,000 brides visit with
exhibitors in our January event, and over 2,000 come
to the Dallas Bridal Show in July.
Are you ready to book more weddings next year? Let
us help you by introducing you to the Dallas Bridal
Show brides! Call to see if your category is still open
today.
972-713-9920
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New Name for Business Conference! |
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After much consideration, Bridal Shows, Inc. has
decided to change the name of the Wedding Industry
Trade Show. The new name is...
"Wedding Professionals Business Conference"
Each part of this new name reflects what the business
conference is all about.
Wedding: The
Conference
was created to help those in the wedding industry.
The
wedding industry is compiled of talented and created
individuals that are full of ambition and ready to learn.
Professionals:
Professionals are business people that are serious
about what they do and take steps to educate
themselves in order to improve their company. The
Conference is an avenue for professionals to learn
and grow.
Business: Whether
you
are a business owner or dedicated employee,
business is about the bottom line. Wedding
Professionals love what they do, but they are also in
business to support themselves and their families.
The Conference provides the necessary tools for
businesses to thrive.
Conference: The
Conference is a full-day event jam packed full of
seminars, discussions, exhibit booths, and
networking. The definition of "conference" is the act of
conferring or consulting together; especially
on an important or serious matter. In business-related
terms, what is more important or serious than
building your business?
We are in the process of creating a new website to
provide further details on next year's conference.
Make sure you mark you calendar ahead of time to be
at the Conference all day. The Conference will include
breakfast, a morning snack, lunch, and an afternoon
snack.
Wedding Professionals Business Conference
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Arlington Convention Center
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10 x 10 Booth Carpet For Sale! |
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Neutral khaki shade, great for any decor. Full bound
on all sides = NO FRAYING! Purchased at around
$300, would sell for $75.
Contact Stavey at Simple Moments Photography if
interested.
817-676-2729 or 214-770-2200
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Job Posting: Marriage Makers |
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Marriage
Makers is looking for caring people in the Dallas
area to perform wedding ceremonies for our couples
there. This is truly wonderful and meaningful work on
a part-time basis, mostly on weekends. We also offer
marriage preparation to our couples, so maturity and
experience are necessary.
Marriage Makers provides training, leads, methods,
forms, and just about everything you will need. We will
facilitate ordination. The income will average out to
about $28 per hour you spend with your clients as an
independent contractor.
Call us today at 1-888-344-0504 and start doing
something wonderful!
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Naomi's Notes: Make a Difference by: Naomi Hulme |
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When we care about what we do, we
make a difference in the world, whether we
realize it at that time or not. As we all know, we are not
alone. We work with so many people: our staff,
suppliers, others in our own industry, building
contractors, repair and maintenance, and many more.
Be the best that you can be at what you do.
Stay on top of the priorities each day and work on the
little things as you can so that when the little things
become priorities, you already have a handle on
them.
Care about the big picture. What are your goals next
week, next month, next year, in two years? In five
years? Not just in dollars and cents, but in improving
yourself and your staff. What value do you bring to
your industry? Build on making that
value better each month so that in a year from
now, you can definitely know that you are making a
difference.
We have been having weekly sales meetings for
about six weeks now and are trying to keep that up
forever. Because of my schedule, it has been a
challenge for me over the years to accomplish sales
meetings on a regular basis, but I am committed to
doing so. It has already made a difference in our
company and will continue to build confidence and
help each one of us grow more as a team.
Set a higher standard of excellence in
everything you do. Yes, it is costly in time and money
and creates different rules and regulations, but think
of it as necessary to improve.
Over deliver every time you have an
opportunity to do so.
Thank you for making a difference in our
business. We appreciate your support and caring for
our industry.
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Wrapped Around You Helps with the Holidays |
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Wrapped Around YOU is ready to make your holidays
a gift. We provide custom, seamless gift wrapping
topped with a hand-tied bows. We offer several
different wraps sure to fit any celebration this season.
Our prices start at $5 per wrap. And that's not all: we
will come to you! We also do holiday decor, complete
with all the trimmings.
Give us a call to set an appointment for a gift wrapping
party with friends or to treat yourself to having all of
your gifts wrapped with minimal stress.
If you mention this article, you will receive a $1 off each
wrap.
Happy Holidays!!
Contact Denice at 214-546-3345
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Beeshis Trees |
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Beeshis Trees is here! We have found a way to
spread the Christmas cheer! Don't have time to
decorate your Christmas tree and home for the
holiday season? Beeshis Trees, founded by Amanda
Carter and April Caplette, will come to your home to
set up and decorate your Christmas trees! We will
meet with each client to discuss every option:
orament inventory, themed decor, pricing, etc. We will
then provide each client with a detailed list of
additional items needed for your tree or we can shop
for you! Finally, we will show up on time to your home
to customize a beautiful Christmas tree just for you
and your family.
Give us a call at 214-597-8750 and
speak to April!
Happy Holidays!
(The tree pictured above is Bridal Shows, Inc.
president, Naomi Hulme's personal 7.5' tree
decorated by Beeshis Trees!)
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In Honor of Our Sponsor |
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As was recently announced the Dallas Bridal Show in
January of 2008 is being sponsored by Macy's!
In honor of our sponsor we want to remind you of one
of the great Thanksgiving traditions which is right
around the corner... the Macy's Thanksgiving Day
Parade! In existence since 1924, the Macy's
Thanksgiving Day Parade has become the kick-off for
the holiday season every year. Don't forget to tune in to
NBC Thursday 22, from 9 AM- NOON for all the fun.
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The following article was taken from
www.bspishows.com, home of Bridal Show
Producers International.
1. Bridal Shows provide a lot of new prospects in a
short period of time. Imagine how many potential
new customers you could meet in one or two days?
2. Bridal shows allow you to outshine the
competition on the spot! Exhibiting allows your
prospects and customers to immediately comparison
shop. If you really have something of value, they'll
know it right away. This helps you cut down the sales
cycle and outshine the competition.
3. Bridal shows allow more opportunities to
demonstrate your products. Gives your potential
customer the hands on opportunities so important in
the sales process.
4. Bridal shows are great relationship builders
with customers. Whether the attendee is already
your customer or one you would like to have as a
customer, you have the opportunity to communicate
with them in a non-pressured environment.
5. Bridal shows allow you to feel the pulse of the
industry. Find out what sort of products your
prospects are looking for. What are the trends for the
year? Take surveys that will help you make buying
decisions. Meet other wedding related professionals
and extend your networking group.
6. Bridal shows help build staff morale. When
your staff has the opportunity to help your company
stand out in the crowd, they feel a stronger loyalty to
you. We all like to be on the winning team!
7. Bridal shows increase your bottom line!
Watch your sales increase as the brides contact you
after the show ready to purchase your product.
Exhibiting Tips from BSPi:
Click HERE to read another great
article from BSPi outlining how to conquer the
following key exhibiting tips:
- Pre-Show Promotion
- Salesmanship
- Creative Displays
- Post-show Follow Up
Exhibiting 101 -- on hiatus
For the past two years we have been holding
Exhibiting 101 seminars during the month of
November. Unfortunately we have had to postpone
the seminars until a later date.
The next Exhibiting 101 seminar will take place on
April 10, 2008, at 7pm at the Special Moments Chapel
in Lewisville. (248 E. Round Grove Rd., Lewisville, TX
75067)
We will be giving more information later. As in the
past, seating will be limited. Once we have the website
updated, you will be able to reserve the seminar.
Thanksgiving Forecast
Turkeys will thaw in the morning, then warm in the
oven to an afternoon high near 190F. The kitchen will
turn hot and humid, and if you bother the cook, be
ready for a severe squall or cold shoulder.
During the late afternoon and evening, the cold
front of a knife will slice through the turkey, causing an
accumulation of one to two inches on plates. Mashed
potatoes will drift across one side while cranberry
sauce creates slippery spots on the other. Please
pass the gravy.
A weight watch and indigestion warning have
been issued for the entire area, with increased
stuffiness around the beltway. During the evening, the
turkey will diminish and taper off to leftovers, dropping
to a low of 34F in the refrigerator.
Looking ahead to Friday and Saturday, high pressure
to eat sandwiches will be established. Flurries of
leftovers can be expected both days with a 50 percent
chance of scattered soup late in the day. We expect a
warming trend where soup develops. By early next
week, eating pressure will be low as the only wish left
will be the bone.
Bridal Show Schedule
Dallas Bridal Show
January 26-27, 2008
Dallas Market Hall
Limited Space
Remaining Many categories are closed and on a
waiting list
Fort Worth Bridal Show
February 23-24, 2008
Amon Carter Exhibit Hall
Limited Space
Remaining Many categories are closed and on a
waiting list
Plano Bridal Show
March 9, 2008
Plano Centre
Limited Space
Remaining Many categories are closed and on a
waiting list
Dallas Bridal Show
July 12-13, 2008
Dallas Market Hall
Fort Worth Bridal Show
July 19-20, 2008
Amon Carter Exhibit Hall
Plano Bridal Show
September 14, 2008
Plano Centre
New Posters Are In!
If you would like to display
our Spring 2008 Schedule Poster, email
info@bridalshowsinc.com with the
following information:
Your Name:
Company Name:
Street Address:
City, State, Zip:
How Many Posters Needed:
A sample picture of the poster is below.
Motivational Messages
"Always serve too much hot fudge sauce on hot
fudge sundaes. It makes people overjoyed, and puts
them in your debt."
~Judith Olney
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