Admission Policies
Western Exhibitors fairs and
shows are not open to the public. They are open to the TRADE and their
guests.
GUESTS OF REGISTERED BUYERS
CHILDREN
BUYERS
ALL ATTENDEES - PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
For safety and liability reasons, strollers, backpacks, and pets
(other than guide animals) are not allowed at any time on the exhibit floor.
The taking of photographs, videos, etc. on the exhibit floor is strictly
prohibited without prior written approval of Show Management.
Guests of Buyers: Yes,
guests are allowed. There is a fee of $20 per
guest at the Portland Gift & Accessories Show.
Children: No registration offered.
Children under the age of 14 are strongly discouraged from
attending the show and are only eligible to be issued a Guest badge for a fee.
Children with guests badges must be accompanied by a registered attendee at all
times who is a legal adult . Infants in front packs are the only exception.
Registered Buyers: The following credentials are
required to register as a buyer.
(This includes storefronts or home-based retailers, internet
retailers, etc. If you are an Interior Designer, please present proof of your
professional affiliation and photo ID in addition to the above.)
Group 1: Proof of business (provide one)
a) California State Seller's Permit
b) Fictitious Business Registration
c) Business License
d) Retail Tax Certificate
e) Master License (Washington state)
Group 2: Proof of relationship to gift industry (provide one)
a) Five wholesale gift-related invoices. (each invoice
must be over $200 and reflect multiple piece orders placed in the last 12
months)
b) A picture of your store front with the name showing.
Group 3: Proof of employment with business.
(Present one of the following, with personal photo ID,
for each employee requiring a badge)
a) A payroll check, check stub, or W-2 form.
b) A company credit card or insurance card.
c) A permanent pass from a Gift or Furniture Mart.
d) A personalized, imprinted business
card (not typed or handwritten) with store and employee name on it.