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Here is some info on the show for next month....from Roger Garfield

CHICAGO TOY SOLDIER SHOW UPDATE FACTS: (as of 19 Aug 21)


  • [FONT=&quot]We have 125 vendor contracts (one contract can represent 2 vendors sharing) [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]


  • [FONT=&quot]6 of these vendors are new to CTSS. That is 5% new contracts. [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]


  • [FONT=&quot]We have 8 corridors at the Hyatt of vendors selling from their rooms. Those corridors are 90% full. There are 106 possible selling rooms, 95 are contracted to sell. [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]


  • [FONT=&quot]84% of available tables are sold [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]


  • [FONT=&quot]We have 200 vendors, and overnight attendees staying 800 nights at the Hyatt. [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]


  • [FONT=&quot]We have seen a huge uptick in OVERNIGHT ATTENDEES. These are buyers who come from all over the US to buy at the Show. We are asked to place them on the 4[SUP]th[/SUP]and 5[SUP]th[/SUP] floors so that they can be near the selling rooms. Most stay multiple nights.[/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
  • [FONT=&quot]We currently have 65, and that number increases daily.[/FONT][FONT=&quot] [/FONT]
 
The job of good PR is to paint the best scenario possible.

Would we be seeing a thread like this in a normal year like 2019?
 
jazzeum said:
The job of good PR is to paint the best scenario possible.

Would we be seeing a thread like this in a normal year like 2019?
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Brad since you like to always point out the "doom and gloom" of everything and CTSS is not a member on the forum I thought I would share positive news.
 
HobbyBunker said:
Brad since you like to always point out the "doom and gloom" of everything and CTSS is not a member on the forum I thought I would share positive news.
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Matt, I simply pointed out that sometimes you have to highlight the positive when things are not the rosiest. That’s one function of public relations and there’s nothing wrong with that.

By the way, that’s an interesting way to talk to a prospective customer, probably the reason why you’re not my dealer of choice.

Moreover, you’re the one who raised the issue by starting this thread.

Again, would CTSS be putting out a statement like this if we lived in normal times? I think you know the answer.

I hope the Show does well and I wish could be there but not this year.
 
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Just a thought: if there are so many vendors, woth lot of goos to sell and not a enough buyers...then what kind of market is that?

Tic tok tick tok...yeah, it's called a "Buyers Market"!

Hmmm, can you spell " Bargin Time"

Just a thought...

What do you guys think?

Carlos
 
jazzeum said:
By the way, that’s an interesting way to talk to a prospective customer, probably the reason why you’re not my dealer of choice.
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If you are not a customer of Matt by now I think he might have realised. You have been on this forum since the start so if you have not been a customer in that time you could hardly be considered a "prospective" one now.

You are not even going to the show but naturally the first to comment. By giving the trader attendance details Matt is trying to encourage prospective attendees and promote the show. Good on him.
 
Thanks for the positive stats on the upcoming CTSS Show. I live within driving distance and have been on the fence about attending, fearing that it could be a wake. Although a little muted, it sounds like it will be a good show and I will now be attending. My only regret is that Andy and K&C will not be attending. The power of positive thinking is strong!

Al
 
HobbyBunker said:
Here is some info on the show for next month....from Roger Garfield

CHICAGO TOY SOLDIER SHOW UPDATE FACTS: (as of 19 Aug 21)


  • We have 125 vendor contracts (one contract can represent 2 vendors sharing)


  • 6 of these vendors are new to CTSS. That is 5% new contracts.


  • We have 8 corridors at the Hyatt of vendors selling from their rooms. Those corridors are 90% full. There are 106 possible selling rooms, 95 are contracted to sell.


  • 84% of available tables are sold


  • We have 200 vendors, and overnight attendees staying 800 nights at the Hyatt.


  • We have seen a huge uptick in OVERNIGHT ATTENDEES. These are buyers who come from all over the US to buy at the Show. We are asked to place them on the 4[SUP]th[/SUP]and 5[SUP]th[/SUP] floors so that they can be near the selling rooms. Most stay multiple nights.
  • We currently have 65, and that number increases daily.
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Many thanks Matt for ‘reposting’ the Show update from Roger & Jan Garfield…

It was with the greatest reluctance I had to cancel my own (and K&C’s) participation in this year’s event… International travel is an unbelievable hassle at present as well as punishing quarantine restrictions once you return to HK so I wish and hope for the very best for this year’s Show and everyone, both dealers and collectors, who take part.

The’ Chicago Show’ was and is one of the major hilights of my ‘Toy Soldier Year’ and the Garfields have ‘busted a gut’ to try and build this event for all of us since they took it over…So if you can attend…please do so…If not…please lend your support to those who do.

All the best to one and all,
Andy.
 
King & Country said:
Many thanks Matt for ‘reposting’ the Show update from Roger & Jan Garfield…

It was with the greatest reluctance I had to cancel my own (and K&C’s) participation in this year’s event… International travel is an unbelievable hassle at present as well as punishing quarantine restrictions once you return to HK so I wish and hope for the very best for this year’s Show and everyone, both dealers and collectors, who take part.

The’ Chicago Show’ was and is one of the major hilights of my ‘Toy Soldier Year’ and the Garfields have ‘busted a gut’ to try and build this event for all of us since they took it over…So if you can attend…please do so…If not…please lend your support to those who do.

All the best to one and all,
Andy.
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Thanks Andy...Hopefully we will see you in CA, TX or Chicago next year. I'll bring some Bourbon.
 
I was undecided if I was going to go to the Chicago show but today the governor of Illinois is imposing an indoor mask mandate. So for the first time in 20 plus consecutive years I shall remain at home.
 
gk5717 said:
I was undecided if I was going to go to the Chicago show but today the governor of Illinois is imposing an indoor mask mandate. So for the first time in 20 plus consecutive years I shall remain at home.
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No comment since Matt says I’m the “voice of doom and gloom.” :rolleyes2:
 
For those of you who do decide to go to the Show this year (and honestly, it is a personal choice!), I think you still will see a lot of variety of items and still see some familiar faces such as myself, Aron & Jeff!
We may bring a few new helpers that are intrigued by this event. It's always fun to bring new people as they bring a new perspective to things and see items that I never get to!

It does stink if IL has mask mandates back in place, but you are seeing variations of that everywhere. It's best to just have one with you at any time you many need or want one.

Back to some planning and work!

Julie
 
From Roger Sept 1. I guess I will be at City Works! They have lots of outdoor seating too.

[FONT=&quot]Dear CTSS Friends, [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Jan and I are committed to moving forward with the Show. We are being cautious and monitoring the situation. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Here are updates. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Jan and Roger [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot] [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]SHOW STATS AS OF 30 AUGUST 2021[/FONT][FONT=&quot]: [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]

  • [FONT=&quot]812 nights booked for Show week [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
  • [FONT=&quot]117 people under contract (note that contracts can include multiple vendors) [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
  • [FONT=&quot]90 people participating in pre-Show room display/trading [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
  • [FONT=&quot]235 Sunday Show tables sold [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
  • [FONT=&quot]We have seen an increase in overnight attendees from out of town staying one or more nights strictly to buy (not sell). Current number is 61. [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
[FONT=&quot] [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Please note that after the 2019 Show, the fire marshal of Schaumburg mandated that we redraw our Sunday table plan to comply with requirements. The result is the reduction of Show tables overall. This especially affected the tables on the perimeter of all three Show venues with fire exits. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot] [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]HYATT SHOW-RELATED INFORMATION[/FONT][FONT=&quot]: [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Masks [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]There is currently a mask mandate in effect. The Hyatt is following Cook County requirements by mandating properly worn masks for staff and guests throughout the hotel. The Hyatt and CTSS will enforce this policy. Please be prepared. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Vendors participating in room display/trading have the right to set rules for visitors to their rooms. Our room signs now allow vendors to indicate their rules. Please consider bringing masks and hand sanitizer if those are requirements for visitors to your room. When visitors return to hallways, they must wear masks. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Setting up for Sunday Show [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]The Hyatt has informed us that the main ballroom (Mahogany) will be occupied by a wedding on Saturday, 25 September; therefore, all vendors with tables in Mahogany and in the hallway outside of Mahogany will need to bring down their items on Sunday morning. Currently, this will not affect vendors with tables in Ivory (main floor) and Sienna (lower floor). [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot] [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]NOTE:[/FONT][FONT=&quot] The Hyatt is rehiring staff as quickly as possible. Be aware that the availability of bell staff may be limited throughout Show week. We recommend that you bring your own handcarts, if possible. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]For those who bring handcarts, please be ready and willing to help your fellow vendors. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Sunday Checkout [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]The Hyatt notes that it will be very difficult to provide late checkouts on Sunday because housekeeping staff needs to reset the entire hotel for Monday. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot] [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]HYATT SERVICES: [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Housekeeping [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Hyatt housekeeping policies protect the safety and well-being of Hyatt staff and visitors. Housekeeping staff will supply towels and toiletries and remove trash but will not enter guest rooms unless asked to do so. Please note that you may not be in the hotel room when a member of the housekeeping staff is present; you must exit the room until the housekeeping service is complete. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot] [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Food Service [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Hyatt food service is limited. [/FONT]

  • [FONT=&quot]The lobby bar is open Monday – Friday from 5pm until 10 pm and closed on Saturday and Sunday [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
  • [FONT=&quot]The lobby market is open from 7am until 5pm [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
  • [FONT=&quot]During Show week, Hyatt will offer a breakfast buffet Thursday through Sunday, lunch will be available Friday through Sunday, and dinner will be available on Friday and Saturday [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
  • [FONT=&quot]Hyatt will gladly receive your Grub Hub, Door Dash, and food delivery orders at a central desk in the lobby, or deliveries can be brought to your room if the delivery service provides that convenience. [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
  • [FONT=&quot]City Works restaurant is now open; City Works is just steps away from the Hyatt front door. City Works offers classic American food and a beer list with 90 local and global varieties. City Works is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, Friday from 11am to 12am, Saturday from 10am to 12am, and Sunday from 10am to 11pm. [/FONT][FONT=&quot][/FONT]
 
HobbyBunker said:
From Roger Sept 1. I guess I will be at City Works! They have lots of outdoor seating too.

Dear CTSS Friends,
Jan and I are committed to moving forward with the Show. We are being cautious and monitoring the situation.
Here are updates.
Jan and Roger

SHOW STATS AS OF 30 AUGUST 2021:

  • 812 nights booked for Show week
  • 117 people under contract (note that contracts can include multiple vendors)
  • 90 people participating in pre-Show room display/trading
  • 235 Sunday Show tables sold
  • We have seen an increase in overnight attendees from out of town staying one or more nights strictly to buy (not sell). Current number is 61.

Please note that after the 2019 Show, the fire marshal of Schaumburg mandated that we redraw our Sunday table plan to comply with requirements. The result is the reduction of Show tables overall. This especially affected the tables on the perimeter of all three Show venues with fire exits.

HYATT SHOW-RELATED INFORMATION:
Masks
There is currently a mask mandate in effect. The Hyatt is following Cook County requirements by mandating properly worn masks for staff and guests throughout the hotel. The Hyatt and CTSS will enforce this policy. Please be prepared.
Vendors participating in room display/trading have the right to set rules for visitors to their rooms. Our room signs now allow vendors to indicate their rules. Please consider bringing masks and hand sanitizer if those are requirements for visitors to your room. When visitors return to hallways, they must wear masks.
Setting up for Sunday Show
The Hyatt has informed us that the main ballroom (Mahogany) will be occupied by a wedding on Saturday, 25 September; therefore, all vendors with tables in Mahogany and in the hallway outside of Mahogany will need to bring down their items on Sunday morning. Currently, this will not affect vendors with tables in Ivory (main floor) and Sienna (lower floor).

NOTE: The Hyatt is rehiring staff as quickly as possible. Be aware that the availability of bell staff may be limited throughout Show week. We recommend that you bring your own handcarts, if possible.
For those who bring handcarts, please be ready and willing to help your fellow vendors.
Sunday Checkout
The Hyatt notes that it will be very difficult to provide late checkouts on Sunday because housekeeping staff needs to reset the entire hotel for Monday.

HYATT SERVICES:
Housekeeping
Hyatt housekeeping policies protect the safety and well-being of Hyatt staff and visitors. Housekeeping staff will supply towels and toiletries and remove trash but will not enter guest rooms unless asked to do so. Please note that you may not be in the hotel room when a member of the housekeeping staff is present; you must exit the room until the housekeeping service is complete.

Food Service
Hyatt food service is limited.

  • The lobby bar is open Monday – Friday from 5pm until 10 pm and closed on Saturday and Sunday
  • The lobby market is open from 7am until 5pm
  • During Show week, Hyatt will offer a breakfast buffet Thursday through Sunday, lunch will be available Friday through Sunday, and dinner will be available on Friday and Saturday
  • Hyatt will gladly receive your Grub Hub, Door Dash, and food delivery orders at a central desk in the lobby, or deliveries can be brought to your room if the delivery service provides that convenience.
  • City Works restaurant is now open; City Works is just steps away from the Hyatt front door. City Works offers classic American food and a beer list with 90 local and global varieties. City Works is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, Friday from 11am to 12am, Saturday from 10am to 12am, and Sunday from 10am to 11pm.
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Congratulations to Roger & Jan on their superhuman effort to keep this great show ‘on the road’ and at the Hyatt!

I truly wish I could have joined you and taken part this year but international travel and quarantine are a double nightmare…

May I wish you and everyone who takes part, both dealers and collectors, all the very best and a terrific show…You all deserve it!

I’ll be there in spirit…
Andy and all at King & Country.
 
gk5717 said:
I was undecided if I was going to go to the Chicago show but today the governor of Illinois is imposing an indoor mask mandate. So for the first time in 20 plus consecutive years I shall remain at home.
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I think i know what you mean, wearing a piece of material over your mouth to protect others is just too much.
 
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jazzeum said:
The job of good PR is to paint the best scenario possible.

Would we be seeing a thread like this in a normal year like 2019?
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PR? I had a Paper Round when i was 13.

jazzeum - I have read a few of your posts and i would call you a realist and like many of us you are neither a glass half full person or a guy with a glass half empty. Saw someone wrote you were an Attorney, have a legal question for you, is it true that God could never sue the Devil, as there are no Attorney's in Heaven and the Devil has the best Attorney's?

Keep up the questioning - issue i have with the forum is, as in life, there are way fewer answers than questions.
 
I am wearing a piece of cloth over my private parts to protect others and have hardly ever complained. Just saying.
 
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