As the West Coast’s first market of the year, the Seattle Gift Show returns to the Washington State Convention Center from January 14-17, 2012. Offering retailers everything they need to start the year off right, the winter edition brings together a wide range of product from innovative, eclectic designers and the industry’s biggest names. Housed in one of the West’s most interesting cities – filled with great restaurants, shopping and nightlife – it’s a great place to mix business with pleasure.

“As we prepare to kick off the 2012 show season on the West Coast, the Seattle Gift Show is focusing on bring together the most comprehensive product selection for our Pacific Northwest retailer,” explains Doug Miller, president, Urban Expositions.  “From our dedication to showcasing the best in earth-friendly and green products, to bringing in the best in birding and outdoor nature items, our goal is to provide the area retailers with everything they need to start 2012 off right.”

Among the highlights for the Seattle Gift Show:

BIRDWATCH AMERICA – The winter edition of the Seattle Gift Show will once again put the spotlight on Birdwatch America.  This special category brings together top manufacturers and other industry innovators showcasing bird feeders, bird houses, water gardening supplies, bird baths, bird seed, optics, garden décor, wildlife art, jewelry and many other birding industry items.

ECO FRIENDLY | GREEN BY DESIGN – The Pacific Northwest has long been a leader in the effort to increase awareness of environmental issues, with the city of Seattle leading this charge.  Like the city itself, the Seattle Gift Show continues to focus on bringing together green and eco-friendly products and resources. Exhibitors with products that fall under the Green, Sustainable, Organic and Recycled category will be listed on the website and in the official show directory to help retailers quickly and easily identify these companies.

EXPANDED SELECTION
Retailers can explore more resources than ever before from hundreds of companies representing more than 3,000 plus top name lines and innovative newcomers in a range of categories.  In addition to Birdwatch American and Eco-Friendly resources, buyers can explore the latest in categories like Food Focus, Gifts & Collectibles, Handcrafted, Home & Garden, Northwest Directions, Personal Style, Treasures To Go (Cash & Carry), Vintage Collection and Village Arts.

ON-SITE BUYER SERVICES
In addition to the tremendous product selection buyers will find in the booths, a number of striking product displays and educational programs will be featured throughout the show, including:
Product Preview Area- Many exhibitors will showcase their newest, trend-setting products in the special Product Preview Area, allowing buyers to preview the “must have” items for 2012. Take note of the special “green” displayed products as well.

Free Business-Building Educational Seminars- All registered buyers are invited to attend free educational seminars offering a wealth of ideas and tips.  Programs will range from social media and in-store planning to marketing and more.  For a listing of full programming topics and descriptions, please visit  HYPERLINK "http://www.seattlegiftshow.com" www.seattlegiftshow.com.

Parking Rebates – Retailers who pre- register are eligible for a parking rebate of up to $6.  When they pre-register, they will receive a special rebate coupon along with their badges and pre-show information in the mail in advance of the show to help cut costs and make shopping the show even more affordable.  .

Monday Madness: Many exhibitors will also be offering discounts and specials available for Monday, January 16 only.

SHOW HOURS
Saturday, January 14    9:00 am- 6:00 pm
Sunday, January 15    9:00 am- 6:00 pm
Monday, January 16    9:00 am- 6:00 pm
Tuesday, January 17    9:00 am- 2:00 pm

For discounted hotel accommodations, buyers should call Connections at 1.800.262.9947 or visit  HYPERLINK "http://www.giftshowhotels.com" www.giftshowhotels.com to take advantage of discounted room rates as low as $79.

For attendee information or to pre-register, attendee can visit  HYPERLINK "http://www.seattlegiftshow.com" www.seattlegiftshow.com  or contact Buyer Relations Representatives Jhana Jordan at 678.370.0338 or email  HYPERLINK "mailto:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it." This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Briana Mackey at 678.831.4573 or email  HYPERLINK "mailto:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it." This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

For exhibitor information about the Seattle Gift Show, contact Lisa Glosson, show director, Urban Expositions, 1690 Roberts Blvd, Ste 111, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Phone: 678.370.0334 or 800.318.2238 x 334.  Fax: 678.285.7469; Email:  HYPERLINK "mailto:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it." This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Visit  HYPERLINK "http://www.seattlegiftshow.com" www.seattlegiftshow.com for more information.

Urban Expositions is a leading producer of gift, souvenir and resort merchandise trade shows.  For more information, visit  HYPERLINK "http://www.urban-expo.com" www.urban-expo.com.