Wholesale Registration
InterGem offers a trade only wholesale section at most shows. Interested in registering as a wholesale buyer? Read more about the process below.
Registration Instructions
+ STEP 1: Pre-Register Yourself And ALL Guests Before The Deadline
Use our secure online registration system to register yourself and ALL your guests. Please note that we do not provide manual registration at the show. If your guest is not registered before the deadline, they will not receive free entry or access to the wholesale section (where applicable.)
- To use online registration system:
You will need to create your company account or login to your previously created account.1. - To register your guest:
Create your registration first by filling in all the required fields on the first page. Then select the green “Add Guest” button to add your guest(s).
+ STEP 2: Review Your Registration Confirmation
When you submit your registration you will immediately receive a confirmation email with all the details you entered and your registration order number.
PLEASE REVIEW YOUR CONFIRMATION FOR THESE COMMON MISTAKES:
- Invalid Business Name:
Your business name must be registered with your State and searchable in your State’s business entity database. To avoid rejection from invalid business name, make sure it matches the business name on your business license - Invalid Tax ID Number:
Review your business tax ID to make sure it matches your business records. For this field we accept EIN numbers and sellers permit numbers. If you need to use your SSN, please only include the last four digits preceded by five asterisks (Ex. *1234.) - Missing Guests:
If you do not see your guests names, then they were not properly registered.
+ STEP 3: Edit Your Registration If Needed
If you need to edit your registration after Step 2, select the green “Edit Order” button on your registration confirmation email. We strongly recommend editing your order as soon as you can since you will not be able to make changes after the registration deadline.
+ STEP 4: Wait For Acceptance Confirmations
Acceptance confirmations are sent the day before the show begins. The confirmation emails will contain detailed instructions to enter the show. If there was a problem with your registration, you will receive a rejection letter instead. So please follow Steps 2 & 3 to avoid this inconvenience.
Registration Links
Registration FAQ
+ Who Can Register As A Wholesale Buyer?
To register and enter the wholesale section at an InterGem Show you MUST:
- Be a licensed retailer, wholesaler or business owner.
- Have a physical copy of your Business Tax License, which includes your business tax ID number.
+ How Do I Know If I Have Been Accepted?
If your registration is valid, you will receive an acceptance confirmation email one-day before the start of the show. Make sure you carefully review your registration confirmation to make sure that all the information you submitted is correct. There is not a chance to correct your submission once it has been rejected.
+ Why Should I Register?
By registering for the wholesale section in advance, you will be able to receive complimentary tickets to the show. Your name will also be added to our list of pre-registrants which makes your wait at the wholesale registration desk significantly shorter.
+ What Is The Deadline For Registration?
Registration is only available until 11:59 PM ET the Wednesday before the show or at least two days before the start of the show.
+ Where Do I Find Registration Form Links?
Registration form links can be found in event pages under the "Wholesale Registration" or "School Registration" sections. Event pages can be accessed through our schedule. Our schedule is posted on our homepage and is also conveniently located at the bottom of this page.
+ How Do I Register?
Instructions:
- Registration links are found in the event pages. To find event pages, go to our schedule and select the show you are interested in registering for. Schedules can be found on the bottom of this page or on the homepage.
- Scroll down to the Wholesale or School registration section on the event page and select the appropriate registration form.
- Complete the registration form and submit.
- InterGem will verify your registration and place you on a list of pre-registered wholesale buyers.
- Bring the proper credentials to the show to complete your registration.
Note: Pre-Registration is only available until 11:59 PM ET Wednesday (before the show) or at least two days before the start of the show.
+ Why Was My Registration Rejected?
We verify every submission to ensure all applications are valid. Wholesale buyer applications are verified using the registered State’s business entity search. School applications are verified using the school email address to ensure the educational program is qualifying and if the applicant is personally associated with the program. If we do not receive accurate information which helps us verify the company or school member, we reject the submission.
Common Reason For Rejection (Wholesale Buyers)
- An incorrect or no business tax ID number was used during registration.
- Company name used for registration is not found on the State's business entity database.
- Unregistered and unlicensed company.
Common Reason For Rejection (Schools)
- Personal email was used during registration instead of a school email address.
- Duplicate email was used to register multiple applicants.
- School email address does not belong to the applicant.
+ Can I Register At The Show?
No. Beginning in the Fall of 2021 all pre-registrants and their guests must be pre-registered before the deadline for any event. We do not provide manual paper registrations at the show.
+ What Credentials Do I Need?
To receive complimentary entry to the show and access to the wholesale section (where applicable,) mandatory credentials must be presented. Below are the mandatory credentials.
Wholesale Buyers
You must bring to the show: A copy of your state business license or permit; AND
- A business card with the store and buyer’s name imprinted; or
- A copy of a wholesale house permanent pass bearing the store and buyer’s name; or
- Company letterhead; or
- Purchase order or invoice signed by the buyer (or copy of this); or
- Payroll check stub, voucher, or list bearing the store and buyer's name.
Schools
You must bring to the show: An official identification card which matches the identity of the registrant.
+ What If I Don't Have The Proper Credentials?
Unfortunately, if you are not able to provide the mandatory credentials detailed above, your submission will be rejected.
+ How Will I Receive Free Admission?
We send confirmation emails the Thursday before the show with instructions. Make sure your submission is valid at the time of registration to avoid problems with verification and possible rejection.
+ Do All Shows Have A Wholesale Section?
No, not all shows will have a designated wholesale section. However, you will still receive free admission to our show if you pre-register in advance. The shows below DO NOT have wholesale sections.
- Austin, TX
- Collinsville, IL
- Columbus, OH
- Dallas, TX
- Denver, CO (Non-Trade Shows)
- Gaithersburg, MD
- Houston, TX (Occasionally)
- Los Angeles, CA
- Novi, MI
- Pasadena, CA
- Philadelphia, PA
- San Mateo, CA
- Schaumburg, IL
- Scottsdale, AZ
- Seattle, WA
- Southfield, MI
- St. Paul, MN
- Timonium, MD
Please note, any show may remove the wholesale section for a variety of reasons, sometimes with little notice. Luckily, many of the exhibitors in the retail section are able to work out wholesale deals if asked by a licensed buyer.