Nominees announced for The Gathering Awards
Recognizing the contributions, achievements, and dedication of individuals and teams within the gift and souvenir community.
August 13, 2024 – The Gathering is thrilled to announce the nominees for The Gathering Awards, which celebrate outstanding achievements in the gift and souvenir community. This year’s nominees represent a diverse and talented group of individuals and organizations who have made an impact in their respective fields.
Industry peers were invited to submit nominations in three categories:
- The Impact Award recognizes one buyer and one exhibitor who have made a lasting impact in the gift & souvenir industry by going above and beyond, spreading knowledge and inspiring others.
- The Women In Leadership Award recognizes women in the gift & souvenir industry who are moving their companies forward through leadership, company culture and innovation.
- The Sustainability Award recognizes a company in the gift & souvenir industry that is actively involved in their community and strives to make an environmental impact through sustainable initiatives and practices.
The 2024 nominees are:
Impact Award
| Buyer Nominations | Exhibitor Nominations |
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· Judy Rancour – Saint Louis Zoo · Teresa Inman – Aramark · Al Shameklis – Color, Inc. · Sue Fahje – Omaha Zoo · Dawn Perkins – Boyd Gaming
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· Sandy Fields – Kalan LP · Glen Heitmann – Charles Products · Angelo Curmaci – Charles Products · Keith Johnson – Out of Hand Graphics · Mark Reaves – EMI · Bill Kliegman – Billco International · Sheila Isaac – Impulse Souvenirs · Courtney Cheney – Capsco |
Women in Leadership Award
| Buyer Nominations | Exhibitor Nominations |
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· Carley Eddleman – Buckhorn Saloon and Museum · Macy Shults – Ole Smoky · Sue Fahje – Omaha Zoo · Sonny Flynn – Alligator & Wildlife Discover Center · Chelsie Reed – Fort Worth Zoo
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· Murffy Stevens – Monterey Imports · Lisa Wolfram – RS Covenant · Libby Smith – Smith-Western Co. · Angela Dalby- Charles Products · Maureen Serani – Ocean Beach Co. · Renee Galer – Prairie Mountain · Sandy Fields – Kalan LP · Courtney Todd – Spirit Jersey |
Sustainability Award
| Buyer Company Nominations | Exhibitor Company Nominations |
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Kualoa Ranch Inc. St. Louis Zoo SSA Group |
Kalan LP Charles Products Wild Republic |
To submit your vote, please visit our website. Please be sure to select one buyer and one exhibitor for each category. Only one submission per person will be counted.
About the Awards Ceremony
Winners will be announced at The Gathering Awards Night Dinner which will take place on Tuesday, October 8th during the event. Black and white cocktail attire is recommended.
Individuals must be registered for The Gathering as a buyer or exhibitor to attend the ceremony. To see if you qualify as a buyer, please complete this form.
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About The Gathering
The Gathering is an exclusive hosted-buyer event being held October 7 – 10, 2024 at the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, FL. It brings together the east coast’s top Gift & Souvenir retailers for four days of buying, appointments, and sophisticated networking with like-minded retailers and industry leading suppliers. For more information visit our website.
Please direct any inquiries to [email protected].
