How to Find Direct Sales Vendor Events: 4 Places to Look!

Whether you are in direct sales, own your own Etsy shop, or simply make and sell crafts from your home, direct sales vendor events are great ways to introduce your company and product to a new customer base.

How to find vendor events in your area is a question that pops up a lot.

Here is a list of 4 ways to find vendor events in your local area.

Local Facebook Groups

Do you belong to any local Facebook groups? A community discussion board or neighborhood watch group?

Seek out these types of groups on Facebook and begin engaging in the conversation.

Most local events start on Facebook and the key is to connect with the organizer to ensure you are included in the upcoming local event.

I personally belong to a few moms groups on Facebook and many of us work from home.

Someone will mention an event coming up and seek out fellow consultants to do the event with.

It helps to stay connected locally as many events start off from a simple post in a Facebook group.

Holiday and Craft Fairs

We all know that towards the end of each year there are many holiday and craft fairs that happen annually.

Reach out to the organizers of these events and ask what the requirements are to be included.

Once booked, be friendly with other vendors to see what direct sales vendor events are coming up in future months.

Keep a calendar of these annual events that are in your community and be proactive.

Stay in touch with the group or venue holding these yearly events and develop that personal connection. You may be surprised when they think of you first when an event is being set up.

School Events

As the new school year rolls around, so do the fundraisers and school events.

Many have an annual event to raise funds for the school and require a small fee plus an item to raffle. Don’t forget to include your business card with any raffle item you donate.

Follow the Facebook page of local schools as many begin looking for vendors even before the school year starts.

If you have kids in school, become involved and stay up to date on what events the school has and how you can help out and be a part of the event.

Create Your Own Direct Sales Vendor Event

Do you have a few local friends who also have home-based businesses? Get together and seek out a location in your area that may allow you to set up your tables in exchange for a small fee.

Some local businesses may appreciate the opportunity of exposure and have your direct sales vendor events be free! Always remember to respect the space offered and leave the place exactly as you found it.

I have personally done this with 3 other local direct sales consultants.

A local business agreed to let us set up our tables in one corner of the coffee shop for a few hours. Our advertisement of the small event brought new customers to the shop. And those who were coming in for a quick coffee or bite to eat were able to mingle and learn all about our products and businesses. It was a win-win!

With these ideas, you should now know how to find vendor events in your local area.

Now that you have found a vendor event, read on for vendor event tips.

Vendor Event Tips

Create a Clean Display for your Products

Your visual display includes the tablecloth, products on the table, and any signage in front or to the side of your area.

Ensure the tablecloth reaches the floor so as to hide any bags or storage items you brought along.

Be careful not to display too many products or overcrowd your area. Keep it simple, clean, and inviting!

Take a look at this direct sales vendor event kit. Complete with items you need to make your next vendor event a success.

Candy or Craft for Kids

Most attendees at an event will have small children and what a fun way to invite and keep families interested in your table by having a small bowl of treats or a tiny craft to giveaway.

Small touches like these go a long way. Iff the kids are occupied, there will be room for conversation about your product.

Clear Pricing and Payment Instructions

Think about the customer and decide the best way to display the cost of your items.

• Individual stickers on products
• Framed printout of the different products and their prices
• Hanging sign of prices and services offered

Decide what works for you and your product and ensure it is visible and easy to understand.

Same goes for payments.

Do you offer different payment options such as cash or debit/credit cards?

Place a small framed printout of the types of payment you accept so the customer knows how they will be able to purchase from you.

Takeaway and Giveaway

Will you be holding a raffle or giveaway?

Are there printed materials such as flyers or catalogs you would like to hand out?

Make sure you have a way of collecting potential customer information so that you are able to reach out to them in the future about your product and hostess opportunities.

Following up with those who visit your booth can help your future sales and bookings.

Meet Other Vendors

Go over and say hello!

Introduce yourself and hand out your business card.

Making connections with other vendors opens up the door to future events and opportunities to learn about other ways to market and connect with your customer base.

Direct sales is all about networking. The more networks you are a part of, the more opportunities that will come your way.

Just Be You!

This goes for saying for any contact you have with your potential customers.

Whether it is a vendor event or down the aisles at Target.

Be genuine, be approachable, just be yourself.

Smile, ask people how they are enjoying the event and let them know you are there to answer any questions they may have.

With these direct sales vendor event tips, you will totally rock your next event.

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