"I was very impressed by the quality of merchandise at the August show. Really top-notch!" ~ Lauren Salazar, Hillwood Estates Museum & Garden, Washington, DC
" The summer 2012 San Francisco International Gift Fair was simply spectacular. Retail buyers are always looking for 'new and different' when it comes to merchandise selection. We were thrilled to find the 'extraordinary' in terms of buying options." ~ Nancy Broman, Virgina Mason Pharmacy & Gift Shop
"We enjoyed our buying trip to the August SFIGF. We were able to find unique items that we wouldn't have found at any other show. " ~ Tim Samec, Virginia Mason Medical Center
“The quality of merchandise at the February show was the best I have seen in many years.” ~ Gayle Scott, Virginia Mason Gift Shop, Seattle, WA
“I made many great purchases that I would not have found if I hadn’t attended the SFIGF.” ~ Tim Murray, Tennesee Aquarium, Chattanooga, TN
“I’m very impressed by the depth and diversity of the lines on display at the February 2012 San Francisco International Gift Fair. We found fun and exciting new lines and enjoyed placing orders with our current vendors too. I can’t wait to see what’s on offer this summer.” ~ Ann Conlin, Connor Hotel Shop, Gerome, AZ
“I added a record number of new vendors to the Museum of Anthropology (MOA) Shop inventory from my visit to SFIGF. I was particularly impressed with the quality and creativity of California artisans and small manufacturers that fit beautifully into the scope of the MOA mandate to present ‘A place of world arts and cultures.’ In terms of organization, the Show was superb. It was well laid out and easy to navigate, and I was able to find affordable accommodation within walking distance." ~ Deborah Tibbel, Manager, UBC Museum of Anthropology Shop, Vancouver, Canada
"As a botanical garden store buyer, The San Francisco International Gift Fair offers opportunities for both kinds of 'retail green.' I was able to find unique merchandise with the earth in mind, which will certainly help our sales blossom. For me, the difference with this market is its range of vendor’s; there is a very successful combining of beauty with functionality and the indoor/outdoor experiences so appealing to our visitor.”
~ David Crocker, Gift Shop Manager, Gallery Coordinator, Descano Gardens
“Of all the shows we have ever attended, the new vendors we met at the San Francisco International Gift Fair win the prize for the most catalog business savvy. The product mix was good and, because of how well organized this show was we discovered some vendors for the first time that we had missed in other shows.”
~ Janet Kelly, Assistant Director - Merchandising, Chinaberry Inc.
“Finally a show that listens to the retailer. Urban has created a show that offers a truly trend-based environment that reflects the needs of retailers in today’s economy. Absolutely stunning! This show just raised the bar for the industry.” ~ Richard Bloom, R Blooms of Lake Oswego, Oregon and regular guest host for AM Northwest, on ABC Affiliate KATU
“I was excited to find a number of smaller vendors at the SFIGF that I also know who show in New York. This will set me apart from my peers by not selling the exact same items. Getting out of your region helps give your retail operation a fresh and different look. The SFIGF is a great show and a wonderful source for museum shops as well as other retailers.” ~ Julie Steiner, Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia, PA
"The SFIGF continues to become better and better under the new management. There is much more quality product to be found here and with such a broad range of vendors there is something for everyone at this show. It continues to be at the top of our list for shows that we don't miss." ~ Nick Salvatore, Paper Trails, Chicago, IL
“San Francisco is such a smart city, so it makes sense to me that the show there is moving ahead of the crowd in presenting the best new talent and resources. SFIGF is so welcoming to buyers and vendors, it's no wonder that the show just keeps getting better and better for all of us. It's really grown in the past year and I am definitely putting it back on my list of 'must-do' shows.” ~ Jeri Webb, The Field Museum, Chicago, IL
"We enjoyed the show and the shopping experience was wonderful. We really appreciated the great rate we got at our hotel and the shuttle bus to the Moscone was another great perk and saved our feet for walking the show and not the sidewalks of San Francisco." ~ Rand Campbell, From Japan Inc./Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, Canada
"We found some very unique and lovely items in the Vintage section that we were thrilled to order and the Handcrafted booths had wonderful new products. Good quality -- great prices." ~ Beth Taylor and Alison Oliver, HobKnobbins LLC, Lake Oswego, OR
"What a great eclectic assortment of products under one roof. All and all it was a very productive trip for me. I truly enjoyed the show. I found several great new lines that fit our many “gift” concepts perfectly. I also spent time at the permanent showrooms and introduced myself to two large rep groups that have lines that are not represented in Minneapolis." ~ Cathy Burger, Love From Minnesota
Hours:
Sat. July 27: 9 AM - 6 PM
Sun. July 28: 9 AM - 6 PM
Mon. July 29: 9 AM - 6 PM
Tues. July 30: 9 AM - 3 PM
Where:
Moscone Center - South Hall 747 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
SHOW CONTACTS: For inquires or questions pertaining to the San Francisco International Gift Fair, please call Urban Expositions at 1.800.318.2238 or contact our show staff below:
Leanna John,
Show Director, ext. 0330 Design, Paper, General Gift,
Tabletop/Gourmet/Housewares Joan Stockton,
Sales Manager, ext. 0351 Home & Garden, Museum, World Style Handcrafted,Tabletop/Gourmet/Housewares
Kelly McLoughlin,
Sales Manager, ext. 0325 Personal Style, American Made Handcrafted & General Gift
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