Why Attend?
Why Attend?
Find new suppliers, evaluate capabilities faster, and leave with real options to move your business forward.
NHS Concept to Commerce brings together suppliers, manufacturers, private label partners, inventors, and emerging brands from around the world in one efficient sourcing trip
Top 10 Reasons to Attend
1
EXPAND YOUR SUPPLIER PIPELINE
Discover new suppliers across categories, countries, and capabilities.
2
EVALUATE SUPPLIERS FASTER
Compare capabilities, certifications, MOQ flexibility, and scalability.
3
SOURCE GLOBALLY IN ONE TRIP
Meet suppliers from dozens of countries under one roof.
4
REDUCE SOURCING RISK
Gain visibility into supplier credentials and operational readiness.
5
FIND MANUFACTURING PARTNERS
Connect with factories, OEMs, ODMs, and private label suppliers.
6
DISCOVER PRODUCT INNOVATION
Explore emerging brands, inventors, and new product launches.
7
SAVE TIME AND RESOURCES
Evaluate hundreds of supplier options more efficiently.
8
DIVERSIFY YOUR SUPPLY CHAIN
Build flexibility with new sourcing and manufacturing partners.
9
CONNECT WITH DECISION MAKERS
Meet supplier leaders ready to discuss opportunities directly.
10
TURN DISCOVERY INTO ACTION
Leave with qualified suppliers and actionable next steps.
How to Find Manufacturers?
How to Find Manufacturers?
What’s at HSE
TAILORED DISCOVERY
Receive curated recommendations tailored to your unique needs and criteria
VIP EXPERIENCE
VIPs receive prioritized access to curated experiences & private meeting environments
GLOBAL SUPPLIER ACCESS
Meet hundreds of manufacturers, brands, and inventors all in one place
NETWORKING & CONNECTIONS
Engage with peers, partners, and experts across multiple networking events
EXPERT TALKS EDUCATION
Experience our enhanced conference program offering actionable insights on consumer trends
NEW PRODUCT SHOWCASES
Discover the latest innovations, emerging creators, and trend-driven solutions across every category
What Attendees are Saying
We had the chance to meet with several new vendors and they said the show was really great for them. My distributor teams were looking for both domestic and international opportunities, so for the direct import teams the show was good.
GRO GROUP
We had a really productive couple of days, meeting with a few current suppliers and several potential new ones. We were all impressed by how worthwhile the experience was. We look forward to returning as the show continues to evolve.
ORGILL
Very much appreciated your hospitality at the show. It was productive for myself, and the team that I brought down.
TIMBER MART
Who Can I Meet?
Join retailers, distributors, consumer brands, and sourcing professionals actively seeking new suppliers, product innovation, manufacturing partners, and opportunities to grow their businesses.
RETAIL
BUYERS
Source new suppliers, products, and category innovation
MERCHANT & CATEGORY MANAGERS
Build assortments and evaluate new supplier opportunities
SOURCING PROFESSIONALS
Identify manufacturing, private label, and OEM partner
PROCUREMENT TEAMS
Compare supplier capabilities, pricing, and scalability
CONSUMER BRANDS
Find manufacturers, product development, and sourcing partners
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT TEAMS
Explore new products, materials, and manufacturing solutions
PRIVATE LABEL TEAMS
Discover suppliers that support custom retail programs
DISTRIBUTORS & WHOLESALERS
Expand supplier networks and product offerings
FAQs
NHS helps buyers discover, evaluate, and connect with new suppliers more efficiently by bringing hundreds of supplier options together in one place.
The event is designed for retail buyers, sourcing professionals, procurement teams, product developers, distributors, wholesalers, and consumer brands seeking new supplier relationships.
You'll find manufacturers, factories, private label suppliers, OEMs, ODMs, inventors, emerging brands, and capability-driven suppliers from around the world.
Yes. Many exhibitors offer private label, customization, packaging, branding, and manufacturing programs designed to support retail and consumer brand growth.
Attendees can use recommendations, supplier profiles, concierge support, and on-site discovery tools to identify suppliers aligned with their sourcing needs.
Categories include home improvement, hardware, tools, lawn and garden, outdoor living, farm and ranch, storage, home utility, sporting goods, and automotive.
Yes. NHS brings together suppliers from around the world, allowing buyers to compare sourcing options across regions during a single event.
NHS is built specifically for supplier discovery and evaluation, helping buyers find qualified suppliers, compare capabilities, and build future supplier pipelines more efficiently.
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