The 24 hour countdown begins for the end of the 2011 HSMG Annual Conference Early Bird Pricing! Don’t let the clock run out on you! Today is the last day for the Early Bird pricing for the 2011 HSMG Annual Conference. Register by Midnight tonight for the member price of $469 and non-member price of …
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Reason #1: The new friends you will make and the memories you will create. At the conference you will spend three fun filled informative days with individuals who share your passion for Soapmaking. You will meet people from across the globe and who live in the same town you do. You will bond over lunch …
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Reason #2: Did we mention the goodies? Upon registration you will receive your first bag of goodies from sponsors who support HSMG’s efforts and the 2011 conference. At the networking luncheon you receive a gift from the guild and the giving goes on until the final night at the Awards Dinner. You also have opportunities …
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Reason #3: 100% total immersion in Soapmaking heaven! Imagine spending three whole days with people who talk your language, feel your passion for Soapmaking, care whether or not the coconut oil is 76F or 92F, is willing to debate the merits of essential oils versus fragrance oils, get excited about micas and oxides, understand the …
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We are repeating Reason #9 because it so important: Outstanding, informative speakers! The HSMG goal is to provide you so much powerful information you will go to bed each night with “your head swimming with knowledge”. We have more than 14 presenters scheduled including 2 keynote speakers and 20+ different sessions for you to choose …
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Reason #5: Unbeatable Soapmaking and business content! Attendees at the 14th Annual HSMG Conference will get unbeatable Soapmaking and business content. Even before the conference begins ½ day seminars will be offered in the following topics: Product Labeling with Marie Gale author of the book Soap & Cosmetic Labeling Everything you ever wanted to know …
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Looking for serious, professional buyers for your goods and services? Then register to be a vendor at our conference taking place 5/18/11 to 5/20/11 in Miami, FL at The Hilton Downtown Miami. Our attendees are looking to work with great suppliers who understand their needs. They are looking to buy immediately. If this is someone …
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Reason #6: Fabulous, fun, festive, sponsored hosted evening events! Our Emerald Sponsor, Wholesale Supplies Plus is hosting the conference opening day evening festivities. Last year attendees were dancing in the aisle and turning cartwheels, hopefully the hotel will allow us to repeat this performance! The following night Essential Wholesale is putting the “hot” in Miami! …
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What an honor it was, last December, to hear that I was selected as an alternate for the ACRE Orlando Tradeshow. Knowing I was competing against some of the best soapmakers in the country, the thought of being an alternate was as exciting as actually being selected. Can you imagine how I felt when, with …
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Reason #7: Keynote speaker, Barbara Corcoran from ABC TV’s “Shark Tank” The HSMG is very excited to announce Barbara Corcoran from ABC TV’s hit show the “Shark Tank” as our opening day keynote speaker. She will bring her front-line experience and infectious energy to the conference. Motivational, inspirational, and sometimes outrageous, Barbara Corcoran’s tell-it-like-it-is attitude …
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Reason #8: Conference location, Miami, FL – Beautiful, Warm, Sexy! The 2011 HSMG conference will be held at the beautiful Miami Downtown Hilton, overlooking Biscayne Bay. The hotel just completed a multi-million dollar renovation of all 527 guestrooms including 58 suites that overlook Biscayne Bay and the downtown skyline. After a fulfilling day at the …
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Reason #9: Outstanding, informative speakers! The HSMG goal is to provide you so much powerful information you will go to bed each night with “your head swimming with knowledge”. We have more than 14 presenters scheduled including 2 keynote speakers and 20+ different sessions for you to choose from and we are adding more everyday. …
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Reason #10: The admission price is so cheap it is a steal! Where else can you get top notch speakers, fabulous food, sexy hot Miami, exciting parties, great gifts and loads of networking for only $469?? Don’t miss out on this opportunity, register today. Non-members you pay a little bit more but if you join …
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During the week of February 8th, I visited our nation’s capital for scheduled meetings with several Republican and Democratic lawmakers representing Districts from New York to California. I was joined by HSMG member and supporter, Debbie May of Wholesale Supplies Plus. Led by our Washington, D.C. advocates Mary Anne Walsh and Rick Limardo, over the course …
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Don’t miss out on the registration discounts available now for the 2011 HSMG Conference, May 18 – 20, 2011, in Miami, Florida! The 2011 Conference is a perfect way to jump-start your business, get valuable information to run your business, talk to experts and other soapmakers just like you. The Miami Hilton Downtown is a beautiful location and will …
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