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July 2017
Philadelphia Gift Show
MSA members will receive special offers and features during the Philadelphia Gift Show. The two special offers include: MSA Hotel Discount Enjoy a $94 hotel rate at the Embassy Suites Hotel for up to two nights, July 23 through 25. Book your room through the official housing company, Connections Housing. MSA Gas Rebate Program Driving to the show? MSA members are eligible for a $25 gas rebate. To receive the rebate, stop by the show office and present your buyer…
Find out more »Non-Profit Retail Symposium: How to Advocate to Administration
Las Vegas Market Monday, July 31: 2 - 3pm Pavilions Seminar Room, North End of Pavilion 1 Non-Profit Retail Symposium: How to Advocate to Administration (RSVP) In collaboration with Association for Healthcare Volunteer Resources Professionals (AHVRP), Museum Store Association (MSA) & Zoo & Aquarium Buyers Group (ZAG). Is your mission-driven store "just" one facet of a larger organization? Is retail not always considered an important aspect of the greater institution? Does it seem administration just does not "get it?" Non-profit…
Find out more »August 2017
Non-Profit Retail Symposium: Selling to Millenials
Las Vegas Market Tuesday, August 1: noon - 1:30pm Pavilions Seminar Room, North End of Pavilion 1 Non-Profit Retail Symposium: Selling to Millennials (RSVP; includes Boxed Lunch) In collaboration with Association for Healthcare Volunteer Resources Professionals (AHVRP), Museum Store Association (MSA) & Zoo & Aquarium Buyers Group (ZAG) Millennials, a misunderstood demographic. What defines the typical consumer? What's different about how they shop? Most importantly, how do you position your store and products accordingly? This interactive session will be led…
Find out more »MSA Reception at NY NOW
If you'll be at NY NOW, join us for a great night in New York City. The networking event will include light appetizers and a cash bar. RSVP now! Many thanks to our sponsors: A Novel Design, Applewood Books, Cool Snow Globes, David Howell, Josh Bach, KJK Jewelry, Modgy, MP Barcelona, Museum Light Co., Museum Masterworks, Museum Store Products, Pomegranate Communications, Popcorn Custom Products, Stewart-Stand, and Unemployed Philosopher's Guild.
Find out more »September 2017
Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show
MSA members are invited to take advantage of special offers and on-site locations at the Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show. MSA Hotel Offer MSA members are offered a special $79 hotel rate on Signature rooms at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino for up to three nights during show dates. Simply book your room through the show's official housing company, Connections Housing. Hospitality Suite MSA is partnering with the Zoo and Aquarium Buyers Group (ZAG) to co-host…
Find out more »November 2017
Museum Store Sunday
The Museum Store Association proudly announces Museum Store Sunday, November 26, 2017 to coincide with the Black Friday, Shop Small Saturday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday holiday shopping campaigns. Museum Store Sunday focuses attention on and awareness of museum stores and vendors. This annual international shopping campaign will help MSA achieve the strategic goal to communicate to the world the value and importance of nonprofit retail with its curated products and unique experiences. Read more.
Find out more »April 2018
MSA Conference & Expo 2018
Conference
The three day Conference if full of information-rich sessions that provide a wealth of knowledge from a deep dive into trademarks and copyrights to getting and keeping a seat at the decision-making table. Each of the Conference sessions are designed to help the nonprofit retailer be successful.
Expo
The Expo is a very special opportunity to browse the hundreds of vendors that specialize in products that are perfect for museum and cultural institution stores. You will have the opportunity to meet with experienced vendors who understand the world of nonprofit retailers and what they need. You will also have the opportunity talk about creating custom products that support your store’s mission and stand out from the rest of the crowd.
