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UPCOMING EVENTS

    • Thursday, October 23, 2025
    • Saturday, January 31, 2026
    • Ideas in Bloom, Sizzle in the City Showcase, and Promotions that ROAR
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    Planning to attend Ideas in Bloom, Northern Connections, Sizzle in the City Showcase, and Promotions that ROAR in 2026? 

    A 2026 Contributing Sponsorship with MIPPA ensures not only the success of our shows, but of your business too. With this package, you get first booth selection rights at each show, free lodging, and over $2,000 in additional marketing exposure. 

    RESERVE YOUR SPOT BY DECEMBER 15TH, WITH PAYMENT BY JANUARY 31, 2026, to receive the additional marketing benefits!


    Booth Rates:

    $2,150 - 8’ Table or Space at Bloom and Sizzle; 10’ Booth at ROAR

    $3,145 - 16’ Table or Space at Bloom and Sizzle; 20’ Booth at ROAR

    $3,895 - 24’ Table or Space at Bloom and Sizzle; 30’ Booth at ROAR

    $4,445 - 24’ Table or Space at Bloom, 32’ Table or Space at Sizzle, 40’ Booth at ROAR*

    $4,625 - 32' Table or Space at Bloom and Sizzle, 40' Booth at ROAR

    $5,175 - 40’ Table or Space at Bloom and Sizzle, 50’ Booth at ROAR*

    ADD ON: $270 - 8' table or Space at Northern Connection in Traverse City on June 24th.

    *Please note that space is limited, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We encourage you to secure your spot as soon as possible


    Show Details:

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    May 13th, 2026

    June 23rd,  2026

    Tent. September 16th, 2026

    Grand Rapids, MI

    East Lansing, MI

    Detroit, MI

    Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

    Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center

    Ford Field

    Hotel: Country Inn & Suites

    Hotel: TBD

    Hotel: Hollywood Casino Hotel

    500+ Attendees

    150+ Attendees

    900+ Attendees

    **NOTE: Sizzle in the City has MOVED FROM JULY TO JUNE. Northern Connections will follow Sizzle in the City in Traverse City (June 24th). Table space at Northern Connections is available via an add-on option in registration for $270.


    Additional Benefits Included in your Sponsorship (only with payment by January 31st, 2026):

    • One Hotel Room at Each Show for One Night ($500+ Value)

    Complimentary lodging at a designated partner hotel, just steps from the venue. Saves your reps time, hassle, and over $450 per show in expenses, freeing up your budget for other marketing efforts.


    • Primary Booth Selection Rights at Each Show

    Sponsors get first choice of booth location, placing your rep at the most visible, high-traffic areas on the show floor, driving 20–40% more foot traffic than standard booths.


    • Company Recognition via Signage at Each Show

    Prominent on-site signage ensures every attendee sees your brand multiple times throughout the day, perfect for brand recall and association.


    • Digital Ad in MIPPA Monthly or Quarterly Newsletter

    Reach 4,700 MIPPA members directly in their inbox. Average open rate: 44%. Average click rate: 5%


    • One-Month Banner Ad on MIPPA Website

    Your brand featured right on the MIPPA home page. Click-through tracking included for performance insights.


    • Six Social Media Posts

    Your content shared across MIPPA’s LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Posts can promote your products, events, or thought leadership.


    • Two In-App Push Notifications at Each Event

    Your message delivered straight to attendee phones during the event. Perfect for promoting giveaways, booth visits, or special demos.

    Here’s all that broken down into the value back to YOU. This sponsorship package delivers nearly $2,000 in additional marketing exposure, brand access, and perks.

    • Wednesday, November 12, 2025
    • 12:30 PM
    • Saturday, January 31, 2026
    • 1:30 PM
    • Annual Webinar Series (24 episodes)
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    Register for 2026 now. Payment will not be required until 2/1/26.

    • Tuesday, January 20, 2026
    • Friday, January 23, 2026
    • See below for show locations
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    EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION

    There is one single registration form for the TOM Show, regardless of whether you’re participating in one, two, or all three shows (though we hope you’ll join us for all!). Please use the this form to register, no matter how many shows you choose to attend. For shows that you will not be attending, please put 'N/A' in the textbox fields.

    For more info on each show, click here: https://thetomexperience2026.weebly.com/

    The TOM Show is back for 2026... and with a new regional partner!

    Taking place the week of January 19th, MIPPA and OPPA are excited to announce the participation of a new regional association - TRASA.

    • TRASA will kick off the series at the New Englander Banquet Center, New Castle, PA on January 20th, 2026.
    • OPPA will host events on January 21 at the Ohio Expo and State Fairgrounds in Columbus and January 22, 2026 at the LaVilla Banquet Center in Cleveland.
    • MIPPA will wrap up the week at the San Marino Club on January 23, 2026.

    This tabletop show is open to distributors only - both members and prospective members and features the hottest new products, and unique TOM Show excitement and exclusives. 

    Hurry, this show sells out quickly! MIPPA distributor attendance is around 300 and OPPA distributor attendance is around 200 in each city.

    • Friday, January 23, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • The San Marino Club 1685 East Big Beaver Road Troy, MI 48083
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    Start your 2026 off on the right foot by checking out the latest and greatest from all of your favorite reps and suppliers at the TOM Show!  MiPPA will be hosting the TOM Show on January 23, 2026.

    The TOM Show brings you the highlights from the Las Vegas and Orlando national shows and allows you to be the first to see the new products, pick up the new catalogs and talk to your reps about the hottest trends for the new year. The exhibits at MiPPA are open from 9 am - 1 pm.

    This is a Distributor-Only Show. No End Users are allowed. While we welcome prospective member distributors, proof of industry qualifications are required.

    Our philanthropic partner for this year's show is Grace Centers of Hope! Bring item(s) to donate and receive a raffle ticket per item for the chance to win a great prize donated by our fantastic supplier partners! Items to donate can include:

    • Coats, Boots, Gloves, Scarves, Socks, Boots and Blankets (all sizes, for men, women and children)
    • Non-perishable food items
    • Cash ($5 cash donations earn one ticket)


    Exhibiting Suppliers

    Edwards Garment Company

    Brbgroup

    Live & Tell by L.A.T. and Rabbit Skins

    S & S Activewear

    Arch Promo Group

    Hess & Associates

    Team Donlin

    Sparkpolo

    Koozie Group

    Peerless Umbrella

    iClick

    Ripple Brands

    Big River Marketing

    Bentcil

    Joe Eberz & Associates

    Bridge Marketing Services

    K.C. Fields and Associates

    Aakron Rule Corp

    MK Marketing, Inc

    One Stop

    Pacesetter

    Galaxy - More Than Balloons

    Buckeye Incentives

    ModernLine

    Preferred Lines Marketing

    Ball Pro

    McGovern Marketing Group Inc.

    Blue Moon Screen Printing Inc.

    Hit Promo

    The Magnet Guys

    ETS Express, Inc.

    5B's

    Bag Makers Inc.

    Sanmar

    Starline

    Ariel Premium Supply

    American Ad Bag

    Prime Line

    Goldstar

    Showdown Displays

    Fairweather Johnson

    DMannding Results, Inc.

    Koozie Group

    The Bates Group

    KS Sales, Inc

    Sock 101+

    • Thursday, February 19, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual - Link Will Be Sent 48 Hrs. Before Event
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    What’s In the Box?! is a unique unboxing experience featuring exclusive product showcases from two of our presenting supplier partners: Cedar Crest Manufacturing and Xpres. Each supplier will lead a 30-minute live presentation, offering a closer look at what they’ve included in your mystery box, but no peeking before the 19th!

    How It Works

    • Distributors who register by January 29 will receive a special curated box from our participating suppliers.

    • Enter your full mailing address during registration to ensure your box arrives on time.

    • Registering after January 29? No worries! You're still invited to join the virtual event, but you won't receive a box to unbox.

    Sign up today to reserve your spot and your box!

    • Wednesday, March 11, 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • Shields Pizza,1476 W Maple Rd, Troy, MI 48084
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    Join us for Pizza with the Stars at Shield's Restaurant & Pizzeria on March 11th. Connect with our four exhibitors starting at 11:30 AM:

    - Mike Jones with Big River Marketing

    - Jennie Eberz with Eberz & Associates

    - Allison Schaden with HIT Promo

    - John Bates with The Bates Group

    Presentations will begin at 12:00 noon, along with lunch, which will consist of a pizza, pasta and salad buffet. After all exhibitors have presented, you may re-visit with them, view their displays and request samples/information!

    • Wednesday, May 06, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Mackinac Room in the Anderson House Office Bldg 124 North Capital Avenue 5th Floor Lansing, MI 48933
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    Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

    Mackinac Room, House Office Building, Lansing MI

    Join us for a special breakfast with your State Representatives and State Senators on May 6th. This is your chance to share your story and connect with the elected officials who shape the policies that affect your industry. We encourage you to invite your elected officials to this important event and your team!

    Showcase your business at LEAD Lansing 2026!

    This year, we are offering new sponsorship opportunities for Michigan-based supplier and distributor members. During our breakfast with Michigan legislators, sponsored Spotlight Boards will be prominently displayed throughout the room for elected officials to view.

    • MI-Based Manufacturer Dedicated Spotlight Board Sponsorship – $500
      Receive your own dedicated Spotlight Board to highlight your company, products, and impact in Michigan.

    • MI-Based Distributor Shared Spotlight Board Sponsorship– $100
      Feature your business on a shared distributor Spotlight Board displayed alongside other Michigan distributors.

    Showcase your company to the elected officials influencing our industry, and help elevate the collective voice of Michigan’s promotional products community. Sydney will contact you after you register for a Spotlight Sponsorship for more detailed information on your company including size, number of employees, location, sales, history, etc. FOR A FULL DETAILED SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE, CLICK HERE.

    In addition, the event will feature informational literature on the impact of our industry, a slideshow highlighting our association’s work, a delicious buffet breakfast, and a welcoming space for meaningful conversations with your elected officials.

    We look forward to seeing you there and working together to strengthen our industry’s voice!

    To Find Your State Representative - click here

    To Find Your State Senator - click here

    Click here for a sample letter you can send to your representatives inviting them to this event.

    Register to let us know you'll be joining us!

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