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Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market®

TEMPORARIES

March 2– 4, 2016

EXHIBITORAPPLICATION

MARCH 2016

Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market® | March 2– 4, 20162


Freight Delivery InformationAdvanced WarehouseFebruary 1, 2016– February 26, 2016 (Material handling fees apply)

Late to WarehouseFebruary 29, 2016– March 1, 2016 (Material handling fees apply)

Direct to Show Site via Common CarrierFebraury 29, 2016– March 1, 2016 No drayage charge (Handling fees apply to small package carriers)

Direct to Show Site via POVFebruary 29, 2016– March 1, 2016(Material handling fees will apply after March 2, 2016) POV = Privately Owned Vehicle

Your Sales Contacts

Mary Ellen JacksonExecutive Director404.220.2234 [email protected]

Sallie BarrettCustomer Experience Coordinator404.220.2206 [email protected]

Nancy BarlarSales & New Business 404.220.2204 [email protected]

Dana OglesbySales [email protected]

Market at a Glance

At AmericasMart®, we created a marketplace unlike any other, connecting buyers and exhibitors from around the globe. Through accessibility, value and convenience, AmericasMart delivers the ultimate Market experience. Our annual research studies indicate that retailers depend on AmericasMart for the latest products, the most variety and exclusive lines they can’t find anywhere else.

V Show Schedule Wednesday, March 2–Thursday, March 3 | 9 a.m.– 5 p.m. Friday, March 4 | 9 a.m.– 3 p.m.

MOVE-IN Monday, February 29 –Tuesday, March 1 | 8 a.m.– 5 p.m.

MOVE-OUT Friday, March 4 | 3 p.m.–10 p.m.

V Temporary Booth Information NEW Location

BUILDING 1, FLOOR 1

Rate $9.85 per net square foot ($886.50 for a standard 9’x10’ booth)

Standard Booth Package 2 draped tables, 2 folding chairs, 1 wastepaper basket, 2 undraped risers, carpet, booth I.D. sign, pre-show vacuuming, Atlanta Buyer’s Guide listing, drayage for POV’s

Deposit $500 per booth due with application

Final Payment February 5, 2016

Applications accepted after February 5, 2016 require full payment with application.

AmericasMart will continue to accept applications until the Market is completely sold out.

Submission Requirements • Exhibit Space Contract • Deposit Payment • Product Catalog and/or Website

404.220.2234 | @AmericasMartATL | AmericasMart.com 3


Programs designed to increase your brand’s exposure at Market.

AmericasMart LogisticsAmericasMart Logistics is the first trade-mart owned and operated freight transportation and warehousing service for the home, gift and apparel wholesale industry. We offer comprehensive freight services, an experienced one-stop shop and no hidden fees or add-ons.

For rate quotes, to book shipments, and for assistance with your warehousing needs:

Call: 877.588.8930 | Email: [email protected]: AmericasMart.com/Logistics

AmericasMart Travel ServicesIt’s easy to plan your visit with AmericasMart Travel Services! We provide special benefits to make your trip to Atlanta more enjoyable and affordable. Take advantage of our exclusive discounts and offerings today!

For hotel information, and air travel and parking discounts, visit AmericasMart.com/Travel

For personal assistance to book in the AmericasMarthotel block:

Call: 800.241.6405 | Email: [email protected]: AmericasMart.com/Travel

Promote Your Participation

First Impressions Are Everything!Compete for the Best Booth Award

The Best Booth winner will receive a professional photo of their booth and inclusion in AmericasMart social media channels, as well as a FREE BOOTH at the 2017 Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings and Holiday Market.®

Remember, the atmosphere you create helps pull buyers into your booth. You only get one chance to make a first impression.

To compete for Best Booth, consider the following recommendations:

• Custom Back Wall & Side Walls A hardwall or other fabric displayed to cover the existing drape will create a custom appearance.

• Custom Flooring Bring your own floor covering or rent colored carpet from Fern Expo Company.

• Custom FixturesCustomize standard draped tables by covering them with your own fabrics or using your own display fixtures.

% Personal Buyer Invitations Provide our Retail Services team with your top customer and prospect lists and we will contact them on your behalf. Please send us this information at least 45 days before Market so we can extend potential housing and travel incentives.

For details regarding U.S. buyers, contact us at 404.220.2424

% The Atlanta Buyer’s Guide Ads Increase your visibility by advertising in the

essential Market directory provided to everyattendee at registration.

Contact Kristin Sprague at 404.220.2129 or [email protected]

% Buyer Mailing Labels Target key customers and new prospects with

mailing labels specified for your needs.

Contact Rosa Bell-Wilson at 404.220.2421 or [email protected]

% Digital Showrooms Showcase your product 24/7 with a Digital

Showroom at AmericasMart.com. Online advertising and marketing sponsorships also available.

Contact Kristin Sprague at 404.220.2129 or [email protected]

% Advertising Opportunities Promote your participation prior to Market and at

Market using our wide variety of advertising outlets.

Visit AmericasMart.com/Advertise


Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market® | March 2– 4, 2016Floor Plan | Building 1, Floor 1

Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market® | March 2 – 4, 20164



Please complete all areas of the contract. Incomplete contracts will NOT be considered.

COMPANY NAME

CONTACT NAME

COMPANY ADDRESS

CITY STATE ZIP

PHONE FAX

CELL PHONE

EMAIL

WEBSITE

} Your Product Description:

Number of Booths:

Preferred Category:

Application and deposit due immediately. Space sold on first–come, first–served basis.

Final Payment Due: February 5, 2016

Standard Booth Size: 9’ x 10’

Cost: $9.85 per net square foot $886.50 for a standard 9’x10’ booth

Deposit: $500 per booth

Corner Fee: $150 per boothAmericasMart will continue to accept applications until the Market is completely sold out. Confirmation of booth assignments will be distributed by email.

Mail or Fax Completed Contract, Product Information, and Booth Deposit to:

AmericasMart® Atlanta240 Peachtree Street NWSuite 2200Temps/Spring 2016Atlanta, GA 30303-1327

Fax: 678.686.5188

Deposit and an authorized signature are REQUIRED to reserve your booth. After booth assignment, this agreement cannot be canceled by Exhibitor and no monies paid will be refunded or transferred to another market. Exhibitor expressly acknowledges that is responsible for ascertaining any exemption from state or local sales and use taxes for sales made from the Exhibit Space, and for timely returning and remitting all required sales and use taxes to the appropriate taxing authorities. Please provide signature of Authorized Agent or Exhibitor.

SIGNATURE DATE

All deposits will be processed by AmericasMart® Atlanta (“AMC”) upon receipt, but acceptance of such deposit is not confi rmation of a booth assignment. AMC reserves the right to reject ANY application for ANY reason, and this contract becomes binding only upon confi rmation in writing of a booth assignment (the “Exhibit Space”). Booth assignments are based on a number of factors including the date of application, seniority, type of product, and booth presentation. AMC reserves the right to alter the fl oor plan and/or to re-assign Exhibit Space location as it deems appropriate. Following booth assignment, Exhibitor may not change, transfer or cancel Exhibit Space location except upon written approval by AMC. Specifi c location requests MUST be in writing. AMC will accommodate such requests as space permits, but cannot guarantee requested placement. Upon confi rmation of a booth assignment, all monies are nonrefundable and nontransferable. No exceptions. The balance of the fee payable hereunder is due on or before the Final Payment Due Date noted above. AMC reserves the right to reject any payment received after such date. This contract is subject in all respects to the Terms and Conditions attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. By executing this Contract, the above-signed consents to receiving communications from or on behalf of AMC and its affi liates via telephone, email, and/or facsimile at the telephone number(s), email address(es) and facsimile number(s) indicated above.

Step 1: Exhibit Space Contract

Gift & Home Furnishings:

Home Accents, Home Furnishings & Garden Products

Holiday, Floral & Baskets

General Gifts

Jewelry & Fashion Accessories (Order writing)

Jewelry & Fashion Accessories (Cash & carry)

Linens / Home Textiles

My Competitors are:

Yes, I have enclosed my deposit of $500 per booth.

Yes, I would like to be considered for a corner location and have attached my booth design. Surcharge: $150 per corner.

Yes, I have a hardwall booth and must be placed in a space without a column or building support.

Yes, I would like to take advantage of discounted advertising in the Atlanta Buyer’s Guide.

Yes, I would like online advertising for March.

Yes, I will provide AmericasMart with my buyer list to ensure MY CUSTOMERS receive information to attend Market. (See page 3 for exclusive offer)

Yes, I would like a quote on storage and / or freight.




1) ASSIGNMENT/SUBLETTING Assignment, subletting, licensing or transfer of Exhibit Space by Exhibitor, or use of the space not permitted by AMC in writing is prohibited. Exhibitor shall not exhibit or permit to be exhibited in the Exhibit Space allotted to it any merchandise other than that specified in the application.

2) EXHIBIT REQUIREMENTS All booth arrangements shall conform in all respects to the dimensional and height requirements as specified by AMC. Exhibitor shall care for and keep in good order the Exhibit Space it occupies and surrender such Exhibit Space at the close of the Show in the same condition it was when taken over. Exhibitor or its agents shall not injure or deface the walls or floors of the building, the booths, the equipment or furnishings of the booths or building within which the Show takes place. No booth may obstruct the general view or access to surrounding booths, displays, aisles or public space within the building where the Show is being held. Exhibits must remain intact until the scheduled hour of conclusion of the Show, as such time is established by AMC. If damage should occur, the Exhibitor will assume full liability for any such damage caused by Exhibitor or its agents, employees, or contractors, and AMC shall have the right to charge Exhibitor for any repairs to the Exhibit Space and/or the building, and Exhibitor shall immediately pay to AMC the requested sum(s).

3) REMOVAL OF MERCHANDISE Exhibitor shall be responsible for the removal of its entire display, including without limitation, walls, floors and furniture. Exhibitor should make certain removal is performed only by its employees or other authorized persons. AMC will not be liable for unauthorized removal of articles, merchandise, equipment, displays or property.

4) RULES AND REGULATIONS/COMPLIANCE Exhibitor shall observe and abide by these Terms and Conditions and such other rules and regulations that AMC may adopt from time to time. Exhibitor assumes all responsibility for compliance with all pertinent ordinances, regulations and codes of duly authorized local, state and federal governing bodies, including without limitation those concerning fire, safety and health, together with the rules and regulations of the operators and/or owners of the property wherein the Show is held. Exhibitor shall not display or sell any merchandise that is counterfeit or which in any way infringes the trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property of a third party, nor shall Exhibitor display or sell any merchandise which the manufacturer has not explicitly authorized Exhibitor to sell. Breach of this covenant may result in immediate termination of this Contract and the removal of Exhibitor from the Exhibit Space. Exhibitor shall not display or sell any merchandise that tends to injure the reputation or operations of AMC or any of its affiliates. It is further agreed that Exhibitor will abide by and comply with rules and regulations concerning local unions having agreements with AMC or with authorized contractors retained by AMC, or owners of the property wherein the Show is held. Exhibitor is responsible for obtaining applicable permits or licenses required by law and shall abide by all federal, state and local laws. Exhibitor is responsible for the payment of all taxes, fees and charges required by any legal authority associated with use of the Exhibit Space and/or the building that are not the responsibility of AMC. Without limiting the generality of the preceding sentence, Exhibitor is solely responsible for ascertaining the existence of any exemption from state or local sales or use taxes for sales made from Exhibit Space, and for timely returning and remitting all required sales and use taxes to the appropriate taxing authorities. Exhibitor shall be responsible for non-permanent accessibility requirements, including, but not limited to, auxiliary aids for the visually impaired, hearing impaired and mobility impaired, meeting room arrangements and exhibition accessibility. In the event Exhibitor fails to pay any amount hereunder as and when the same is due and payable, AMC shall be entitled to, and Exhibitor agrees to pay, interest on such unpaid amount at the rate of eighteen percent (18%) per annum, together with all costs incurred by AMC in collecting such amounts, including, without limitation, AMC’s administrative costs (not to exceed five percent (5%) of the amount collected), and AMC’s actual attorneys’ fees.

5) CANCELLATION Exhibit space cost must be paid in full in accordance with specified payment deadlines. AMC may cancel this Contract without refund to Exhibitor, and may re-assign any Exhibit Space previously assigned to Exhibitor, upon failure of Exhibitor (i) to make payment required hereby, (ii) to abide by these Terms and Conditions and other rules and regulations as provided above, or (iii) to claim its assigned Exhibit Space prior to the opening of the Show. If the Show or any part thereof is prevented from being held, is canceled by AMC or the Exhibit Space applied for herein becomes unavailable because of war, fire, strike, government regulations, public catastrophe, act of God, the public enemy or other cause, AMC shall determine and refund to Exhibitor its proportionate share of the balance of the aggregate exhibit fee received, if any, which remains after deducting expenses incurred by AMC and reasonable compensation to AMC, but in no case shall the amount of refund to Exhibitor exceed the amount of the exhibit fee paid.

6) LIABILITIES Neither AMC, nor any of its members, agents, employees and other representatives, shall be held accountable or liable for, and the same are hereby released from accountability or liability for any damages, losses, harm or injuries to the person or any property of Exhibitor or any of its officers, agents, employees, contractors or other representatives, resulting from theft, fire, water, accident, or any other cause. Exhibitor hereby agrees to indemnify, defend, protect and hold harmless AMC and its owners, affiliates, members, agents, employees, contractors and other representatives from and against any and all claims, suits, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, attorneys’ fees, and expenses of whatever kind or nature which might result from or arise out of any action or failure to act of Exhibitor or any of its officers, directors, agents, employees, invitees, contractors or other representatives or breach of this Contract.

7) USE, SIGNS AND ADVERTISING AMC may use any part of the Exhibit Space or the building at any time. AMC may remove any person during the Show whom AMC believes is disrupting or obstructing proper operation and management of the Show. No demonstration or solicitation by or on behalf of Exhibitor shall be permitted outside of Exhibitor’s assigned Exhibit Space, and no signs may be displayed on persons or otherwise outside the Exhibit Space. Distribution by Exhibitor of any printed matter, samples or other articles shall be restricted to the confines of Exhibitor’s booth. Exhibitor further agrees that it will not endorse, promote, or otherwise advertise any other tradeshow in, from, or about the Exhibit Space. Exhibitor shall not have or operate any display or exhibit which, in the sole discretion of AMC, is the source of objectionable noises or odors or has materials that are considered by AMC as objectionable, including without limitation signs, lights, drawings and the costuming of exhibit personnel.

8) DIRECTORY AMC will list Exhibitor’s firm name and Exhibit Space assignment in its official directory. Additional information pertaining to Exhibitor’s merchandise may be included at the sole discretion of AMC. However, AMC will not be responsible for errors or omissions occurring in the printed directory, or for unintentional failure to include an exhibiting firm in the printed directory.

9) PASSES Exhibitor and its officers, agents, employees and other representatives shall obtain passes from AMC’s registration desk and wear the pass while in the Show at all times.

10) MUSIC It is understood and agreed that Exhibitor is solely responsible for compliance with all copyright laws respecting the performance or broadcast of live or recorded music during or in connection with the Show. The performance or broadcast of live or recorded music during or in connection with the Show is expressly prohibited unless Exhibitor shall have provided AMC with evidence satisfactory to AMC that Exhibitor has entered into appropriate licensing agreements with all relevant licensing agencies, including The American Society of Composers, Author and Publishers (ASCAP) and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) prior to any such performance or broadcast. In the event Exhibitor fails or refuses to provide such satisfactory evidence, or to terminate immediately any performance or broadcast music during or in connection with the Show, AMC reserves the right to terminate this Contract, with no cost, penalty or obligation on the part of AMC, and to remove Exhibitor from the premises.

11) INSURANCE Exhibitor and its contractor(s) shall maintain Comprehensive General Liability Insurance and Personal Injury coverage at its sole cost and expense for all of its activities at the Show, and shall have AMC and any party designated by AMC named as additional insureds on all such policies. Policy limits shall be at least $1,000,000/$1,000,000 Bodily Injury and Property Damage combined. Exhibitor and its contractor(s) shall also maintain, at its sole cost and expense, Workers Compensation Insurance for employees participating in the Show, as required by law. Exhibitor warrants that by signing this Contract it has complied specifically with the insurance requirements of the Contract. Evidence of insurance coverage in the form of a valid Certificate of Insurance specifying the above coverages, including activities at the Show, must be provided to AMC at its request.

12) HAZARDOUS PROPERTY AMC prohibits Exhibitor from bringing any exhibit(s), equipment, vehicle(s) or material(s) into the Exhibit Space or the Building if AMC determines that such is dangerous to persons, property or any part of the Exhibit Space or the Building. AMC shall not be responsible for termination or interruption of any program or event arising from information possessed or threat received by AMC concerning an imminent danger to any part of the building or any of its occupants, except as provided in paragraph five above.

13) WAIVER The use of all facilities and participation in all activities of, related to and in connection with the Show to be undertaken and performed by Exhibitor shall be at his, her or its sole risk, and all persons, firms and entities related to AMC, including without limitation the members, owners, officers, directors, producers, promoters, organizers, participants, sponsors, contractors, agents and employees related to the Show shall not be liable in any manner for any injuries, property damage (including without limitation lost or stolen property), or death to the Exhibitor unless such loss, injury, damage or death results solely from the gross negligence or intentional misconduct of AMC, its agents or employees.

14) CONTROLLING LAW This Contract shall be construed and enforced under the laws of the State of Georgia.

15) ACTIONS Any action by either party against another arising out of this Contract or out of conduct, acts or activities of the parties hereunder shall be maintained in the Superior Court of Fulton County, State of Georgia, and no such action against AMC shall be maintained except in the Superior Court of Fulton County, State of Georgia. Exhibitor consents to the maintenance of any such action by AMC against it in the Superior Court of the State of Georgia. Exhibitor irrevocably appoints the Secretary of State of the State of Georgia as Exhibitor’s non-exclusive agent for service of process or notice any action by AMC arising out of this Contract or of the conduct, acts or activities of the parties hereunder. Service of process or notice may be made (i) as provided by law; or (ii) by serving the agent personally, by mailing to Exhibitor a duplicate of the process or notice in an envelope with postage sufficient for certified mail, return receipt requested, addressed to Exhibitor in the manner specified for notices under this Contract and by furnishing the agent with a duplicate of the process or notice in an envelope similarly addressed and stamped which the agent shall be required to mail.

16) ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto and supersedes any and all prior written or oral contracts, correspondence, agreements, and understandings. Any amendment to the terms hereof shall not be valid unless in writing, signed by the parties hereto.

Exhibit Space Terms & Conditions


Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market® | March 2– 4, 2016Step 2: Booth Payment Form


Alternate Form of Payment for Balance I, the Cardholder, prefer to pay my fi nal booth balance using an alternate form of payment and have indicated this intent by initialing below.

Alternate Credit Card (Initial Here) Wire Transfer (Initial Here) Check (Initial Here)

By completing this section for credit card payment, the Cardholder understands that AmericasMart Atlanta will charge the credit card below for the deposit of $500 per booth at the time of application. The remaining amount due, if any,for the booth(s) to be occupied by the Exhibitor will automatically be charged to this card on or after February 5, 2016 unless an alternate form of � nal balance is speci� ed below.

COMPANY NAME

CARDHOLDER’S NAME

CARDHOLDER’S BILLING ADDRESS (As it appears on the credit card account. REQUIRED.)

CIT Y STATE /PROVINCE COUNTRY ZIP

CARD TYPE: MASTERCARD VISA CORPORATE CARD: YES NO

CARD NUMBER EXP DATE SECURIT Y CODE (3 digits on back of card)

CARDHOLDER’S SIGNATURE

PRINT NAME

TITLE DATE

I, the Cardholder, authorize AmericasMart Atlanta to charge the above credit card for the deposit amount due under this application AND for any balance(s) then due or thereafter coming due under this agreement - including, without limitation, the balance due for the contracted booth(s) as well as additional booths or booth upgrades requested by Exhibitor and furnished by AmericasMart. I understand that the charges are non-refundable and non-transferable, even in the event of booth cancellation. No exceptions. Furthermore, I, the Cardholder, agree this payment is made pursuant to, and I am bound by, the AmericasMart Exhibit Space Terms and Conditions.

* AmericasMart does not accept American Express

Credit Card Payment – Deposit and Final Payment

▶ 1 Booth = $500

▶ 2 Booths = $1,000

▶ 3 Booths = $1,500

▶ 4 Booths = $2,000

▶ 5 Booths = $2,500

▶ 6 Booths = $3,000

▶ 7 Booths = $3,500

▶ 8 Booths = $4,000

Please Note: 1 Booth = 90 – 100 NSF

Deposit Amount ($500 PER BOOTH)

DEPOSIT AMOUNT (Number of booths) x $500 deposit/booth = $ (Required with application) (QTY)

Mail or Fax Completed Form to:AmericasMart® Atlanta240 Peachtree Street NWSuite 2200Temps/Spring 2016Atlanta, GA 30303-1327

Fax: 404.220.2299 or 678.686.5188

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