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"You set the standard for what promoters should be -- aware, honest, professional. You treat artists as artists. You never call us "vendors." You advertise. You are, hands down, the best promoters I've worked with, and thats going a far piece. Your employees reflect your high work ethic, and it is incredible to see you in person at every show. I'm proud to have been in your shows."
“Your organization is all about doing everything you can to make your shows the best they can be. We, the exhibitors are the beneficiaries of that hard work.”
"Our customers had nothing but praise for the advertising and quality of the show -- and we must agree, the quality shown by the other exhibitors was first rate."
 “The Family of Artisans - It’s
always a homecoming!”
“Gilmore Enterprises is the
top promoter for the Mid-Atlantic region.”
“Everything
concerning your management, advertising and conduct of the
show - you stand way above all other
promoters.”
“Good attendance and publicity, nice
customers and helpful staff.”
“Advertising was
great, total saturation of the area.”
“Layout
of show. Facility. Easy in and out. Response of staff. Refreshments
- Thanks.”
“Your shows surely offer the BEST of what there is for quality, bar none. And you certainly bring in the people. ”
"We had an OUTSTANDING show in Richmond. Thanks again for doing a GREAT job on the show. You need to start a "PROMOTERS SCHOOL" TO SHOW HOW IT'S DONE RIGHT!!!
Thanks again and God Bless you all"
“The constant flow of traffic all day long!! The
incredible advertising! As first time exhibitors this year
with Gilmore, we are impressed, overwhelmed and greateful
for the opportunity to be a part of the Craftsmen’s
Classics. They’re wonderfully run shows!”
“I am continually amazed at your sensitivity and
consideration of both the vendors & customers.”
“When I come to your shows, I am stress free. I know
that I’ll be among friends and every detail will be
taken care of.”
 “Thank you for taking good care
of us!!!”
"We just wanted to tell you how impressed
we were with your organization and quality of your Shows…We
had a wonderful response to our miniatures! Our customers
are anxiously
awaiting our return so they can add to their collections."
"Well
publicized. Reasonable hours. Well organized."
"Easy Load-in."
"I like the layout of
the show and the exhibitor’s
lounge."
"I'd like to take this opportunity to say how much I have appreciated your friendliness and professional efficiency over the years. It has been a pleasure working with you."
"I love doing your shows... I think that your niceness rubs off on all the exhibitors. This traveling life style makes it hard to set down roots at home... so attending your shows makes it feel like a how away from home!"
"The customer base is very appreciative
and knowledgeable."
"As usual – a very well run
show!"
"I like the atmosphere, other exhibitors,
management, facility and the supper helpful workers."
"Setting
up was really great. Layout was very balanced. Advertising
was very thorough, as always."
"The wonderful Gilmore organization.
We sing your praises to everyone."
 "Well designed, well
laid out, pleasant atmosphere, nice facility."
"Good advertising,
quality vendors and the show was what it was represented
to be. No suprises!"
"I was a first time exhibitor this year at the Richmond Christmas Classic and I wanted to thank you guys for a great experience. I had only done outdoor shows to this point and I was blown away with the organization, cleanliness, and the turn out. What a great promoter! I would be honored to do another Gilmore Show in the future and I'm telling all of my friends the same thing. So thank you guys so much."
"Well organized, excellent publicity,
lots of customers."
"I always appreciate the extensive
advertising!"
"Thank you for making mhy first experience with your org. a great one! I was pleased with the response I recieved for my lamps, plus I earned enough that the 28 hour round trip from Michigan was worth it!!! I look forward to seeing you in Greensboro."
"Just wanted to thank you so much for accepting me to all the shows I applied for this Fall. I am so thrilled! I did well at Spring Richmond and fantastic at Spring Chantilly. Can't wait for Myrtle Beach!"
"Organization, location, The ads were
wonderful! Our customers told us how much you advertised – they
were impressed. Many customers drove an hour and a half
to come to the show
and from the next state. They said it is the only show they
attend."
"We just returned from the Columbia, SC show and are so impressed with the Gilmore organization! This was our first Gilmore show, so we didn't know what to expect, but we were so pleased with the results. You guys definitely know how to put on a show! From the extensive Advertising to the easy set-up, breakdown and outstanding vendor support - we are so, so impressed!"
"Of all the shows we've done yours have been the very best organized and friendly people to deal with, and always put a good crowd in your shows..."
 "Your advertising has to be the best done in the industry. It is well done and done often. Obviously effective. At a time when promoters are skimping more and more on this vital piece of the event, thank you for countinuing to excel in this area."
"Your shows are well organized and easy to do. Thank you again."
"I just want to thank you again for such a fantastic weekend? Not only did the show break all of the previous attendance records, it broke every sales record I have ever set. I didn't exactly realize it until I got home and did my figuring, but WOW! What a show!"
"Your shows are well organized and easy to do. Thank you again"
"The March Chantilly show was a record one for me. Thanks for all your efforts to produce a successful show. Much appreciated!"
"I have participated in this show for 14 years and it is ALWAYS on of my best shows. We consistently make 20 times booth fee or more. It is one of those shows that you can count on year after year. In my opinion Gilmore Enterprises is the granddaddy of promoters on the east coast. Clyde and Tami Gilmore and staff do an excellent job. Problems that may arise are addressed immediately and with professionalism. Advertising is done with many ads on major TV networks, radio spots, newspaper ads, billboards, and discount coupons. The balance of media is outstanding, load in and out is easy and porters are available to tohose who need them, exhibitor booth appearance is professional, and buy sell is kept out of the shows. I have done a few "non-Gilmore" shows this year, and the grass is not greener on the other side of the fence. If you are lucky enough to ba juried member of the Craftsmen's classic shows, you could make a very good living just doing the shows they promote."
"Just wanted to drop a note to you and the staff to let you know how much I enjoyed my Charleston Gilmore show experience.
What a pleasure to work with such professionals!
Of particular note:
-well organized move-in and move-out (with nice music!)...
-upbeat music during the show to put buyers in a shopping mood.
-pleasant voices from you, Tami and Clyde in the rare instances when nedded to use the microphone.
-upscale shoppers and nicely filled aisles on Sunday.
-the exhibitor lounge.
-and maybe one of the most important things to me...seeing show management around during the move-in and move-out process to direct traffic, answer questions, and generally just be around in case there are any issues to be resolved. I, for one, am a heart patient and truly appreciate your presence. How nice that you all respect your crafters enough to not just "take your money and run" as soon as the show is over!
Thank you all again for such a wonderful experience."
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