Exhibitor Schedule of Events
We've elaborated on the schedule below to include the vault and security.
All events will take place in the Grand Ballroom and include both retailers and exhibitors.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3rd, 2019
Security Begins at noon
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Setup Day
Ballroom Opens for Booth Setup
Armored Carriers Drop off merchandise
Check Products Into Vault
Security Begins (end on last day of show at 7:00pm)
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Early Registration
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th, 2019
24 Hour Security
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Retailer and Supplier Breakfast
THE BALLROOM WILL BE CLOSED
WITH SECURITY IN PLACE
DURING THE BREAKFAST MEETING.
WE WILL ALLOW YOU TIME
TO SET UP BEFORE WE OPEN THE BALLROOM
FOR ALL RETAILERS.
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
All Suppliers attending, will have a moment to introduce...
Who they are ... What they do best... What the strength of their company is...
What their best closeout items are and what Show Specials
and offers they will have available at the show... all in a fun fast format.
9:10 AM - 9:45 AM
Vault Opens
Suppliers will be allowed to pick up there product and setup their booths after they have made their What's My Line Presentation.
Product Must be Picked Up during this Time.
- Supplier "Set-Up" Time-
After "What's My Line?" suppliers will be able to go and set up their booths
and tables before we start the show.
9:45AM - 10:00AM
Rayaz from Takat will be speaking about the
Wonderful World of Color Gem Stones!
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
We will have a moment of wellness to allow suppliers time
to set up their booths and tables for the day.
Today's feature will be a short breathing exercise
to clear your mind and get you ready for anything!
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10:15am - 10:30am
There will be a short break for everyone before the show.
~ enjoy the view ~
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10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Day 1 of the DIPLOMAT Show
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Lunch
Show Closes at 5:00pm
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Check Products Into Vault
NO LIVE PRODUCT IS ALLOWED TO STAY
ON THE BALLROOM FLOOR AFTER SHOW HOURS
Click here for more details on the Vault
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Cocktail Reception with an Ocean View!
Sponsored by JD & Co.
Networking with retailers, educators and exhibitors
Hors D'Oveurs and Open Bar
Live Entertainment
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th, 2019
Security Ends at 7:00 PM
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Retailer and Supplier Breakfast
THE BALLROOM WILL BE CLOSED
WITH SECURITY IN PLACE
DURING THE BREAKFAST MEETING.
WE WILL ALLOW YOU TIME
TO SET UP BEFORE WE OPEN THE BALLROOM
FOR ALL RETAILERS.
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
All Suppliers attending, will have a moment to introduce...
Who they are ... What they do best... What the strength of their company is...
What their best closeout items are and what Show Specials
and offers they will have available at the show... all in a fun fast format.
9:10 AM - 9:45 AM
Vault Opens
Suppliers will be allowed to pick up there product and setup their booths after they have made their What's My Line Presentation.
Product Must be Picked Up during this Time.
Click here for more details on the Vault
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
- Supplier "Set-Up" Break -
We will have a moment of wellness for all who are available.
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Today's feature will be a "Singing Bowl"
presentation that is sure to be a memory you will never forget!
Don't worry... all suppliers setting up will be able to
experience this even if they are not in room.
Audio speakers are in the ballroom so you will hear and feel everything.
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10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Day 2 of the DIPLOMAT Show
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Lunch
Show Closes at 4:30pm
4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Cocktail Reception with an Ocean View!
Sponsored by ODI, Original Designs
Networking with retailers, educators and exhibitors
Hors D'Oveurs and Open Bar
Live Entertainment
We've extended the Reception to allow you
time to break down and then Join Us!
Educational Summit!
FINAL DAY
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th, 2019
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Retailer and Supplier Breakfast
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Education / Keynote Speakers Part 1
Tiffany Stevens from JVC
and
Debbie Azar from GSI
on the legalities, importance and
responsibility of testing your diamonds.
Bottom Line Marketing
speaking on the ever changing world of Social Media
and it's importance with an interactive and fun social exercise!
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Education / Keynote Speakers Part 2
Angela Gage
from Solupay on Fraud Protection Plans.
How to Secure Credit Card Transactions and
Educate Your Employees on How to Mitigate Fraud.
Keith Elzia from Enterprise Content Solutions (ECS)
will give a fascinating and compelling presentation on Artificial Intelligence,
A.I. and show you how it can help your customer acquisition.