INFORMATION
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R450 vendors fee allows you space in the shop as well as much more advertising on our digital marketplace & platforms
- 15% commission on all sales goes towards the shop expenditures
- Only Locally Owned Businesses may participate (Hibiscus Coast Local)
- Displays and visual merchandise are welcome and preferable. Please inform us on the application form if you have these or any special requests
- HERE'S WHAT YOU GET!
- YOU don't need to be in the shop, we will have a shopkeeper!
- we have CCTV Sponsored by WOLF SECURITY!
- For roughly R11 a day, you will have an epic opportunity to display your own unique, excellent quality products / brands in a very busy section of Shelly Centre
- Introduction online advert #localgemspotlight created on Local First and shared with our platforms
- The store will receive daily non-stop promotions in various ways! There's a whole new target market!
- Local First will have insurance for the store
- Local First will campaign the importance of supporting local during this festive time
- Gift vouchers will be available for the store advertised daily offering an extra opportunity for sales
- Featured on MARKET039 blog article on www.localfirst.africa
- DO YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA?
- 039 is your area code
- All vendors are required to be listed on LocalFirst (R400 for a 6 month listing) - chat to us if you are not yet listed 🙂
- The Theme & Aim is easy - gifting ideas, local decor creations, arts, crafts , homemade , homebaked , homegrown - think like a gift shopper - option to make it festive.
- Consider running an exclusive COMBO special for the shop!
- All vendors will receive a #localgemspotlight on @localfirsthc Facebook and Instagram and shared to our founding group Hibiscus Coast Seconds - make sure you send us your info. There is designated space on the application form too
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successful applicants will be a part of #thelocalfirstchallenge and should use it in their social media posts for additional #local support by our community
- We are looking for different than normal, put on your creative caps - and APPLY! Working together for a wealthier, happier local community
Please take a moment to complete and submit this application for the Popup Holiday Market in shelly Centre.
–.> Registration is open for December
Complete and submit your application.
Vendor admission to the market will be a two-step process:
- The Local First Team and Shelly Centre Team will approve those who do not directly compete with stores or each other.
2. Upon approval you will receive an email with an invoice attached. Once the invoice is paid, your spot will be secured! Make sure you reference your payment or email POP to hello@localfirst.africa
Please send any questions you may have to: hello@localfirst.africa
3.The vendor fee is R450 for the entire duration for Local First listed businesses. This ends up around nearly R11 a day. The fee and the commissions cover all shop costs, shop fittings, employment, daily advertising with Local First and Hibiscus Coast Seconds and other costs. A portion of each vendor fee will go toward the Facebook and Instagram sponsored Local First advertising targeted out of town for additional education and awareness of our coast
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why POP- UP?
December 2022
The concept of a POP-UP shop is nothing new. Temporary retail opportunity is a sales strategy used to build brand awareness, test new markets, and increase sales. They’re also brilliant ways to introduce new products
Grow an Online Brand
Physcial shops are a great way to add a human element to your brand. Many shoppers like to see, and touch a products before making a purchase
Test a New Revenue Stream
Costs are minimal comapred to setting up your own shop, which makes it easier and less of a risk to experiement with a new products and experiences. It is also good to see if it is worthwhile opening up your own shop after customers get proof of concet for your products without a full commitemnt
Boost Sales
The most enticing reason to join a holiday pop-up shop. This increases shopper urgency as customers are aware of possible exclusive products.
Peak Shopping Season
Being one of the most popular season events, this is the perfect time to tap into this peak season. A pop up shop is th ebest way to reach new customers who are ready to spend, increase your holiday sales.
Engage your local community
With Local First’s active advertising campaigns, locals will feel motivated to take part/ be involved in our local brand advocacy
Reach new customers
Penetrate a new market whilst keeping costs down. Introduce your brand to more build, build awareness which builds trust.
think out-of-the-box, ideas for stocking fillers, christmas eve boxes,