Dinner with Kate
A Wealth of Wisdom... from Kate Holmes. An Industry Icon with over 30 years of resale experience, Kate is well known for guiding resalers down the path to success. A renowned author of resale books and educational products, she also maintains a Web site with active industry message boards.  A NARTS Past Board Member and award winner, Kate is a frequent industry speaker, has delivered the Keynote presentation at past Conferences and is a speaker at this year's Conference.

This fantastic prize is for dinner with Kate on Saturday evening... the free time of Conference. You may have dinner for two, or invite guests... it's your choice. Just imagine spending an entire evening being able to talk to Kate and pick her brain! Her creative ideas, insightful business visions and thoughtful responses will amaze you! She won't just advise you... she'll inspire you! Apply her unique plans and you'll see your bottom line improve immediately.

This generous evening of resale education includes:
A $200 American Express Gift Card
It is the winners responsibility to choose a restaurant and make reservations. If dinner costs exceed the $200 Gift Card, they are the responsibility of the winner.
 
Donated by: Too Good to be Threw
Products for the Professional Resaler
941-924-4142
www.tgtbt.com

Value: Priceless

A Day with Bonnie
Bonnie Kallenberg, owner of Finders Keepers in Atlanta, had a strong retail background prior to entering the resale industry that has been instrumental in growing her businesses.  She has a degree in Marketing and Retailing from Georgia State University and worked for Macy’s as a department manager and assistant buyer. 

Bonnie has expanded a store, built a building, purchased and renovated a building and recently added a new location. Bonnie has three shops, one carries clothing for men, ladies and children, another is home furnishings and decor. The newest addition to her successful chain is Finders Keepers Boutique which specializes in ladies, furs and plus sizes. 

Bonnie has long been recognized as an industry leader. She is a NARTS Board Member, one of our most popular speakers and a valuable contributor to the NARTS newsletter. 

This exciting package includes:
Spend a day bonding with Bonnie.  You will visit all three of Bonnie's stores and enjoy networking over lunch.  You will return home with new ideas and a plan to soar to success.
Prize can be used on a mutually agreed upon date within one year from auction. Transportation to Atlanta is the sole responsibility of the winner.

Finders Keepers, Inc.
www.finderskeepersconsignment.biz

Value: Priceless

Plan a Day with Patti
Planning to open a new store or additional location, expand your store or incorporate furniture into an existing apparel store? Do you need some creative ideas to give your business a boost? Gel your plans by spending a day with Patti Acquisto,  NARTS Board Member, and one of the leading educators in our industry.

She owns a department style resale store, Patti's ReSale, in Owensboro, KY. With over 35 years of resale success she has done it all! From strip mall to shopping center to her own large, free standing building... and now a move to a wonderful, historical building in the midst of the exciting renaissance taking place in downtown Owensboro.

You can visit her newest location—all 12,000 sq. ft, two stories, complete with original hardwood floors and tin ceiling. Patti sells most everything from clothing to furniture―her experience is vast. She is a resaler extraordinaire!

This exciting package includes:
Be Patti's guest for lunch... pick her brain all day and leave with a plan to build a successful resale business.
Prize can be used on a mutually agreed upon date within one year from auction. Transportation to Owensboro is the sole responsibility of the winner.  

Value: Priceless

TREASURED Sponsorship Listing
Become a TREASURED Sponsor and get listed on the How To Consign Clickable Map!  Here’s how your shop will be spotlighted:

* Receive a graphic icon for your web site or emails, showing your professional sponsorship of the consumer-friendly site.
* Your shop will be on the clickable map at Find a Shop and in the Directory Listing by city and state.
* If you don't have a web site they will create a custom, unique e-business card with the information you choose, to use as your URL on your fliers, handouts, and business cards. 
* Receive your personalized TREASURED Sponsor Certificate - a sign of your shop’s expert standing in the industry.
* PLUS a "pot-of-gold" icon next to your shop name to draw attention to your shop.
* TREASURED Sponsors are listed first at each state for primary exposure. 
* You will receive all TREASURED Tips & Techniques direct from Too Good to be Threw.

One Year Listing - Winner is responsible for providing their complete store information for  the listing to TGtbT.

Donated by: Too Good to be Threw
Products for the Professional Resaler
941-924-4142
www.howtoconsign.com

Value: $99

Credit Card Terminal with Printer
Accept credit and debit cards with this all in one terminal. The Nurit 8320 is a POS terminal with an integrated quiet thermal printer. It can read all types of credit, debit, check and charge cards, and an external PIN pad can be attached to support cardholder entry of PIN numbers. Dedicated function keys allow one-step operation of everyday processes.

► Small footprint - uses less counter space.
► Fast transactions and authorizations.
► Clerk-friendly operations - easy to change paper and ribbons.

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Terminal will be shipped ready to plug in and use. Must be a current or future Cynergy Data user.

Donated by: Cynergy Data
NARTS Official Credit Card Processor
888.568.8458
www.carltoncandc.com/nartsmembers

Value: $315

Complete Website Design & 1 year of services!
You don’t need an IT team to have a website, but you really must have a website. Designs By Deb will handle everything and she promises it will be painless! Deb Mathews, a former resaler, and owner of Designs By Deb is an experienced website designer who works with what she knows best—the resale market. 

Your website will be designed with your business logo, colors, photos, and content details. Services included:

• Domain name registration on any new domain purchase

• Basic hosting as described on the godaddy.com website for 1 year

• 5 domain specific email addresses

• Site changes, updates, and support with basic monthly support plan

• Blog

• Search Engine Optimization & Submission Service essential for getting your site listed on Google, Google Local, Yahoo, and MSN.

• Up to 15 standard pages to display your information for consignors AND customers, events, contact info, directions, wish list, staff bios, consignment policies, and much more.

• Monthly website statistics

Winner must supply photos, content text & logo. e-commerce would incur fees beyond the base value of this package.

Donated by: Designs By Deb
www.designsbydeb.us

Value: $800

Conference 2009 Registration & Bus Tour
The ballroom will sparkle with mystery and excitement as the winner of this popular prize announces the location of Conference 2009!
Transportation and hotel accommodations are not included.

Donated by: NARTS
Your Professional Connection

Value: $490

$200 Gift Certificate
Use your gift certificate to select from Crystal Connection's vast collection of costume jewelry. Choose from pins, necklaces, rings, slides, pendants and enhancers in Austrian Crystal and Rhinestone. From Classic to Glitz... you'll find what your customers are looking for.

Donated by: Crystal Connection
Your Wholesale Source for Fashion Jewelry
888.832.2544

Value: $200

  Business Card Site
Have you been wanting a website? Here's your chance!  This is especially perfect for the soon to open shop.Check this task off your to do list! Develop online visibility and get a step ahead — your customers will know you're a part of their world when they can find you on the internet.  You provide the information and Deb does the work. It couldn't be easier...

Donated by: Designs By Deb
www.designsbydeb.us

Value: $100

   Brochure Site
Have you been wanting a website? Here's your chance! This is especially perfect for the newly opened shop. Check this task off your to do list! Develop online visibility and get a step ahead — your customers will know you're a part of their world when they can find you on the internet.  You provide the information and Deb does the work. It couldn't be easier...

Deb will purchase the domain name of your choice, provide for the hosting service for one year and you receive up to 5 email addresses and a up to 3 pages.  Information typically included  is your business name, contact information, business hours, email address, logo, image of store front, directions how to locate the business, announcements you'd like, policies, procedures, etc.

Donated by: Designs By Deb
www.designsbydeb.us

Value: $150

Dick Butkus Autographed Football
Chicago Bears Hall of Famer Linebacker, Dick Butkus, personally signed this white & brown football with orange "C" team logo. The football is officially licensed by the NFL and comes with an individually numbered tamper-proof hologram to ensure authenticity. A unique football display piece for any fan or collector.

To opposing ball carriers, Dick Butkus was a 6-3, 245-lb. terror to be avoided at all costs. Drafted by the Chicago Bears out of the University of Illinois in 1965, Butkus became the Bears’ starting middle linebacker his rookie year. For the next nine seasons he played with an intense ferocity that intimidated opponents and earned him All-Pro honors six times, as well as eight consecutive trips to the Pro Bowl.

Dick Butkus was named to the NFL’s 75th Anniversary All-Time Team and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979.

Donated by: The Horton Group
Insurance Specialists for the Resale Marketplace  
800.383.8283
www.thehortongroup.com/express/narts.htm

Value: $250

Liberty4consignment
This comprehensive consignment software is Resaleworld's flagship product! 

Just a few of the MANY features include:
•  Point of Sale
•  Reports
•  Email
•  Word Processor
•  Ecommerce
•  Enhanced payout capabilities
•  New item entry features
•  Plus Much, Much More! 

NEW Optional reCommerce feature offers personalized website with consigner login to check account balances, product catalog and complete eCommerce checkout. (Requires additional monthly fee.)

License: Single User.
Initial 30 days of toll free technical support included.

Donated by: Resaleworld.com
Software to simplify your life. ™
800-785-4800
www.resaleworld.com

Value: $995

Featured Store on NARTSWeb
Your store will be featured for one month on the Shopping Guide of NARTS highly visible Web site. We'll include a link to your site. As an added bonus... you will also be the featured store in an issue of Resale Details, our consumer ezine. This priceless promotional opportunity is ONLY available at Conference. 

Donated by: NARTS
Your Professional Connection

Value: Priceless

"The Consignment Shop" Software
Complete single workstation consignment software package with user friendly point and click menus.

Just a few of the many features include:

•  Point of Sale
•  Layaways Sales
•  Auto Markdowns
•  Wish Lists
•  Plus Much, Much More! 
Winner responsible for $150 Annual License and Support Fee.

Donated by: SBS Solutions
Software Solutions for the Resale & Consignment Industry.
866-364-1038
http://consignmentsoftware.biz

Value: $745

Austrian Crystal Necklace Set
An elegant adjustable necklace of "Ruby" and Aurora Borealis crystals set in an antique goldtone finish.  Floral design with a center bow surrounding a large pear shaped stone. The necklace is adjustable with the included extender link. Pierced flower earrings with pear shaped drop complete this work of a high fashion designer.  A wonderful addition to your jewelry case or your personal collection.

Donated by: The Merchandisers
Wholesalers of Current Fashion Jewelry
877.288.9963 Pin# 2345
www.shopmerchandisers.citymax.com

Value: $210

Austrian Crystal Necklace Set
A stunning necklace of "Ruby" and Aurora Borealis marquise shaped crystals set in an antique goldtone finish.  Lobster claw clasp with three inch extender. Large clip earrings with triple marquise drops complete this set.  A wonderful addition to your jewelry case or your personal collection.


Donated by: The Merchandisers
Wholesalers of Current Fashion Jewelry
877.288.9963 Pin# 2345
www.shopmerchandisers.citymax.com

Value: $305

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