Why GSMA Was Formed
The Benefits of Membership
How to Join or Get More Information
Member Testimonials
The Board of Directors

Why GSMA Was Formed

Formed in November 2002 with the help of 22 initial members, the Gift Sales Manager Association (GSMA) is the only organization created for and by gift and home décor sales managers.

GSMA uses the combined knowledge and experience of its members to discuss all aspects of sales management, with the common goal of improving company operations and increasing sales. Bi-annual meetings and an exchange of information and ideas throughout the year, help each member more effectively and professionally manage their sales network.

As a group, our mission is to grow the industry by responding to the needs of our customers, rep groups, and Industry peers through education and communication.

We hope you will take the time to learn more about our association and consider making a difference in the gift and home décor industry by joining us!

The Benefits of Membership

Be a Part of:

• Exploring better ways to motivate, manage, train, and communicate with sales reps.
• Share experiences and information with other sales managers. Open discussions on tough topics.
• Network and learn from guest speakers and industry professionals invited to attend our meetings.
• A forum for idea exchanges designed to help members improve their company operations and increase sales.
• Learn how to market your company and products more effectively.
• Expand your advertising and marketing exposure cost effectively by combining strategies with other members.
• GSMA members and the companies involved, will promote and offer various benefits to their customers throughout the year.
• Sales organizations will benefit from GSMA’s commitment to improve communications, as well as support and strengthen the Gift Industry.

How to Join or Get More Information

Membership is open to any company in the gift industry. With the goal of honest and open communications, GSMA may limit membership of competing companies. Potential members submit their applications and catalogs for review by membership committee. Membership fees are $150 annually and are due May 1. Meetings are held in the spring and fall.

For membership information, contact Linda Colson at 410-472-3593 or ldcolson@comcast.net.

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Member Testimonials

"An unbelievable wealth of talent to draw from."
Warner Reynolds

"I came away from the Scottsdale meeting energized!"
Peggy Maynard

"As a group, we can certainly improve how we work with our rep agencies."
Tom Havens

"I would recommend GSMA to any sales manager interested in learning and sharing new ideas."
Randy Spoor

"The ideas and techniques I’ve learned have had a tremendous success on my company."
Angie Knight

"GSMA is a great way to get ideas for growing our business!"
Dena Simpson

The Board of Directors

President-  Randy Spoor Phone: 702-361-3955 |  Email: RS2394@aol.com

Vice President Membership - Linda Colson Phone: 410-472-3593 | Email: ldcolson@comcast.net

Secretary - Angela Knight Phone: 800 781 7888  |  Email: am2knight@aol.com
 
Treasurer- Peggy Maynard Phone: 919-735-1124  |   Email: mvmaynard@sprintmail.com 
 
Sergeant at Arms/Meeting Planner - Lori Wrubel Phone: 562-498-6140 |  Email: lori@sourcinginternational.com