The IHA (International Housewares Association) has collaborated with QVC and HSN to offer a virtual event bringing together IHA suppliers with QVC and HSN buyers. Called Connect QVC+HSN, the event will provide an opportunity for IHA members to pitch their new products to the two retailers, which together comprise one of the world’s largest video commerce platforms.
The deadline for suppliers (including UK members of the IHA) to apply to participate in the virtual meeting programme is Friday April 9.
“IHA’s mission is to bring buyers and sellers together regardless of format, and we are excited to work with QVC and HSN to connect our supplier members with their buyers during this virtual event,” said Derek Miller, IHA president, based in Chicago. “Until the industry can gather again in-person at The Inspired Home Show, this type of opportunity delivers the kind of new product and supplier discovery that retailers are craving right now.”
Connect QVC+HSN will be held April 27 and any paid-in-full IHA member may apply to participate. The deadline to submit an entry is April 9 and although there is no cost to apply, companies chosen by QVC and HSN will have 48 hours to pay the $500 participation fee or be removed from the schedule.
QVC and HSN are interested in meeting with new suppliers in categories including: Cleaning (including all-natural cleaning solutions, Cookwar, Floorcare, Food Storage/Organisation, Home Environment, Household Helpers, Kitchen Electrics, Kitchen Tools/Gadgets, Sustainability, Table Linens and Tabletop.
QVC and HSN reach more 90 million homes in the US via broadcast channels and millions more via digital, social and streaming platforms.
More information on Connect QVC+HSN, as well as the application form, is available at TheInspiredHomeShow.com/Connect/Connect-QVC.
