Custom Gifts: Tap into the Holiday Market Educational Lineup

The possibilities are endless to develop new revenue streams and profit centers through the custom gift market. That’s the focus of Breakaway Session #5, Custom Gifts: Tap into the Holiday Market, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.

In addition to online, interactive exhibits, there will be a full day of presentations with live chat, including a kick-off panel discussion with industry experts: Profit Potential with Custom Gifts. Registration for the online event is free.

Following the panel discussion, these are the online video presentations on tap for the rest of the day:

11 a.m. to noon ET

Sublimate Your Holidays!

The holidays have always been an incredibly profitable time for the digital decorating industry, and this year will not be an exception. Join Sprite Wood, marketing director of Condé Systems, as she shows you which trending sublimatable products and production techniques you’ll need to be familiar with to profit from the upcoming holiday season.

Presented by Condé Systems Inc.

Attractive and Cost-Effective Custom Holiday Gifts

Come and learn from GCC professionals on how to easily make Christmas decorations with the S400, which will give you more opportunities in the holiday market. Trophy and award shop owners, screen printers, designers, and those interested in developing business can easily make attractive custom products.

Presented by GCC America Inc.

Noon to 1 p.m. ET

Holiday Opportunities with Posters and Gift Wrap with HP DesignJet and HP PrintOS

Find out how you can extend your holiday offerings and add growth to your business using the HP DesignJet printers combined with HP PrintOS.

Presented by HP Inc.

Make the 10 BEST Gifts this Holiday Season

Closing out this year, gift-giving will become more important than ever before. Make sure your gifts are packing a punch with personalization, on-trend designs, and a higher perceived value. Learn how to make the most coveted gifts this holiday season for family, friends, colleagues, and customers using your heat press.

Presented by STAHLS’

1-2 p.m. ET

Personalization = Profit: Laser Projects for Gifts, the Home, and the Holidays

Now, more than ever, personalized gifts and products are taking on a much deeper meaning. Here we will look at some popular personalized gifts, home décor items, and holiday-themed products you can create with your laser.

Presented by Epilog Laser

It’s the Holiday Season so… Let’s PRINT!

Are you looking for some ideas to generate sales this holiday season? Join Digital Technology Group as it shares 12 creative print ideas and products you can add to your gift offering plus bonus material to help you market and sell your holiday gift ideas to your customers.

Presented by Digital Technology Group Inc.

2-3 p.m. ET

Grow Your Sales: How ASI Helps You Sell Promo Products to the Education Market

Learn how ASI helps you outsource these orders with no equipment or inventory needed so you can become a one-stop-shop for your customers. Discover the top buyers in the education market, the hottest products available, what to expect in the new normal this fall, as well as the tools you need to succeed.

Presented by Advertising Specialty Institute/ASI

Photo Engraving

This presentation will provide a series of time- and money-saving laser processing tips and tricks, and best practices to maximize your productivity and laser processing results. Topics will include an array of laser cutting techniques, cleaning and post-processing tricks, and an in-depth overview of photo engraving.

Presented by Trotec Laser Inc.

3-4 p.m. ET

Navigating Your Financing Options in Any Climate

This educational and informational session is designed to provide you with critical information not only to weather any climate but strengthen the way you run your business. Now more than ever, cash reserves are important. Financing may be the answer to ensure you can keep the cash you need on hand. Learn what you need to know to apply, the best ways to navigate the process, what constitutes a “good deal” for your business, and more.

Presented by CIT

Sandcarving | Profit Potential This Gift-Giving Season

Increase your profit potential this gift-giving season by offering a wide range of products for your customers. This presentation will provide ideas for creating custom gifts by sandcarving, as well as how to create a photoresist stencil and sandcarve a custom gift. Take advantage of what sandcarving has to offer, etching on various materials, various shapes, and the option to add a paint fill.

Presented by Rayzist Photomask Inc.

4-6 p.m. ET

Check out the exhibitors at the online exhibit hall.