What. An. Event!

Promotions East, held on June 15th and 16th, exceeded all of our expectations. The energy on the show floor, the quality of conversations, and the engagement from exhibitors and attendees made this one of our most successful events to date. It was great to see so many familiar faces reconnect while also welcoming new professionals to SAAGNY.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, exhibited, and sponsored Promotions East. Your support is what makes events like these possible, and we are grateful to have such an engaged and passionate community.

I'd also like to recognize the Promotions East Committee and our Board of Directors. Their months of planning, countless meetings, and dedication behind the scenes made this event a success. It truly takes a team, and I couldn't be more appreciative of everything they did to bring Promotions East to life.

While we're still celebrating this year's event, we're already looking ahead. Planning for Promotions East 2027 is underway, so keep an eye out for a Save the Date announcement in the near future.

Speaking of what's next, we have a great lineup of events this summer and fall.

On August 4th, we'll be joining our friends at Midnite Snax and Liqui-Mark for two back-to-back factory tours. There's no better way to learn about a supplier than seeing their operation firsthand. From behind-the-scenes access to a sneak peek at new holiday products, it's always a fun and informative day.

Then on August 12th, we're heading to the ballpark for SAAGNY Family Night with the Long Island Ducks. Bring the kids, bring your glove, and join us for a relaxed evening of baseball, networking, and summer fun.

Looking ahead to the fall, registration is now open for the SAAGNY Fall Show. We encourage you to reserve your table and register to attend early and be part of another great day of networking, education, and discovering the latest products our industry has to offer.

Thank you again for your continued support of SAAGNY. Whether you volunteer, attend our events, sponsor a program, or simply stay engaged throughout the year, you help make this association stronger. I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events and continuing to build an even stronger SAAGNY community together.