ASI Show

fASI500

fASI500, launched in 2019, is an executive-level, invitation-only hosted buyer event created exclusively for ASI^® distributor members who personally sell $500,000+ annually in promotional products and are looking to take their business to the next level.

fASI500 enables top-performing distributors the opportunity to meet one-on-one with 3-, 4-, and 5-star ASI supplier members to foster relationships that will create lucrative business opportunities. With a limited number of spots available, distributors must be pre-qualified.

The format features private, preset meetings between recruited distributors and highly sought-after suppliers. Each 20-minute session takes place in the privacy of the supplier's suite, guaranteeing uninterrupted, productive discussions. Distributors and suppliers must meet high qualifications and requirements before they are formally invited.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Distributor

fASI500 is an invitation-only hosted buyer event open to ASI distributor members who have an annual personal promotional products sales volume of $500k+. With a limited number of spots, you must be pre-qualified.

During a three-day schedule, we preset private 20-minute meetings between distributors and highly sought-after suppliers, with time throughout the day and evening to check in with the office or catch up on important business calls. Plus, after-hour networking and group meals deliver an interactive forum to foster new relationships and connect with other high-level professionals.

There is no cost for an invited distributor. Coach round-trip airfares, accommodations and meals for invited $500k+ sales producers are covered by fASI500 for the duration of the event.

Our unique event format, flexible scheduling, above-average accommodations, outstanding meal service and overall good vibe that attendees tell us sets us apart from similar industry events.

Please contact Camille Figueroa, Distributor Key Account Sales, for more information.

Email: cfigueroa@asicentral.com
Phone: (215) 953-3926

Supplier

Suppliers who wish to participate must be an ASI member in good standing, have at least two years of experience in the industry, and have a 3-, 4- or 5-star rating.

For the benefit of participating distributors, ASI Show works to present a variety of companies and products, and we seek to have as little overlap as reasonably possible. The decision of who participates is 100% at the discretion of show management and there are no promises to any supplier about not allowing competitors to participate at fASI500. When considering participation, show management will consider suppliers' product categories, dates applications are received and ASI Show Priority Points – accumulated based on spending across the entire ASI Show portfolio.

Breakfast at fASI500 is included as part of your hotel amenities, but you'll be on your own and there's no organized networking/formal group setting. This provides participants more flexibility in the morning before the meetings begin. Additionally, this event is accessible to a larger group of ASI distributor members: those who personally sell $500,000+ annually in promotional products.

Please contact Meghan DeFrancesco, Executive Director of Supplier Sales, for more information.

Email: mdefrancesco@asicentral.com
Phone: (215) 953-3757

Testimonials

What Distributors Say

"My son and I recently attended a fASIlitate 500 event in Austin Texas. I have attended these events in the past and have always come away with great ideas, new relationships, and continued education regarding our diverse industry. My son is a rising senior at Clemson and has participated in the ASI Summer Internship program for the past two summers. He is very interested in taking over our family business, as I plan to retire in a few years. As a parent, we want our children to be happy with their chosen occupation. I would love for my son to step in and take over our established business. I would be able to continue to work and help him out for years. I have repeatedly told him that I do not want him to feel obligated in any way, and I want him to pursue a career that he enjoys. By the second day of fASIlitate, my son was talking about not returning for his senior year at Clemson and immediately starting to work in our business. He heard so many positive testimonials from suppliers and other distributors and met several other distributors who had also successfully inherited their parents’ promo businesses. One night over dinner, we joked with another distributor about difficult customers and shared our experiences with those unique situations. His mind was filled with wonderful ideas on how to sell socks, wine and many other promo items. His decision has been made, thanks to this amazing format and wonderful opportunity. The fASIlitate events provide so much more than the individual room sessions. The lifelong connections made with suppliers and other distributors are priceless. We cannot thank ASI enough for this amazing opportunity."

Eric Kramer, Private I Print Promotions, asi/273725

"It’s easier when you are able to spend time with the suppliers one-on-one, put faces to names and to build the relationships your business needs the most. It will be so handy to have my fASI500 notebook/binder as a reference and resource to reach out to the suppliers I met when I get home."

Stephanie Criswell, Scarborough Specialties, asi/319940

"The entire week was phenomenal! I learned so much from vendors, both those I was familiar with and even more from vendors that I'd never heard of before! We left refreshed and ready to utilize the tips and tricks we learned over the week."

Kori LaDuke, Proforma LaDuke, asi/491871

"A brilliant and outstanding event – I loved every minute of it. I learned a huge amount and came away with lots of great ideas and met some amazing people. Without a question, my time spent here will help my business."

Alan Stern, Proforma Allen Stern Marketing, asi/491730

What Suppliers Say

"This was my first time at a fASI500 and I really enjoyed it. I loved my short meetings with distributors, which were just long enough to dive in deeper and inform them how we are different from the competition. I left with some improved relationships and also some really great projects I can follow up on immediately to have some immediate impact on customers."

Lindsey Davis, Raining Rose, asi/80489

"This was my first fASI500 event and I thought it was amazing. The quality of distributors was outstanding and the staff was more than helpful, as they went above and beyond in service and in helping to foster conversations among attendees. I made some great connections and will definitely be back."

Judy Martin, Frames USA, asi/55281

fASI500

2021 Event

Don't miss out on this exclusive ASI Show^® event.

Frequently Asked Questions

Distributor

Supplier

Testimonials

What Distributors Say

What Suppliers Say

Interested in participating?

Distributors

Camille Figueroa

Suppliers

Meghan DeFrancesco

fASI500

2021 Event

Don't miss out on this exclusive ASI Show® event.

Frequently Asked Questions

Distributor

Who can participate?

What is the format?

What is the cost to attend?

Why should I attend fASI500 vs. other similar industry events?

Who do I contact if I am a distributor interested in attending?

Supplier

How can my company participate in fASI500?

Will my competitors be attending or will there be other suppliers offering the same products?

How does fASI500 differ from fASIlitate?

Who do I contact if I am a supplier interested in participating?

Testimonials

What Distributors Say

What Suppliers Say

Interested in participating?

Distributors

Camille Figueroa

Suppliers

Meghan DeFrancesco

Don't miss out on this exclusive ASI Show^® event.