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This is THE annual event that scissor sharpeners from all over the world. It is held each year just north of Atlanta, GA at the Holiday Inn, Gwinnett Center, Duluth, GA. map link Last year's event was the largest event of it's kind for scissor sharpeners in the world. There is no charge to attend our two day meetings. However, there are charges for additional classes and entertainment.
Sunday July 27 8:30 AM - 3.30PM
Sharpeners Jam - NO CHARGE
All sharpeners will share at least one idea that has helped their business or bring a problem area for discussion. Categories include sales, marketing, sharpening innovations, organization, increase efficiencies and more. Be prepared to share with the others. Prizes for best ideas. FREE
Monday July 28 8:30 AM - 3.30PM
Topical Speakers - NO CHARGE
- “Try Before You Buy:” Selling Shears in Any Market
Presenter: Chuck Bigelow, Amazing Shears, Detroit, MI
Learn Chuck’s secrets of selling shears even in an area hit hard economically like Detroit. These techniques are simple, repeatable, no pressure and will work in any market.
- Sharpen Faster and Easier
Presenter: Bonnie Megowan, Bonika Shears, Duluth, GA
There are now simplier and speedier methods to sharpen that create just as sharp if not a sharper edge. Come see a demonstration sharpening both convex and bevel shears on the Scimech from the master teacher.
- Boost Your Income with Product Sales
Presenter: Ron Ellis, Prestige Beauty Appliance, FL
Ron sells Conair - BabylissPro dryers and irons and Forfex clippers. With no employees his sales rival the large beauty supply companies. Find out how and do it yourself.
- Sharpen Knives and Make Extra Income
Presenter Bob Schiessl, Nebraska Blades, NB
Bob is one of the most respected and versatile sharpeners in the United States. This presentation could be a real asset and addition to your sharpening business. One of the most anticipated sessions!
Sunday July 27
Jillians Eat, Drink & Play
6:00 PM Jillians Restaurant - Discover Mills Mall
Join the gang for food and games at Jillians just across I-85 from the hotel. Dutch treat. Entrées usually around $16.00 and include a game card. Restaurant info at www.jillians.com. Appropriate for children and adults.
Sunday - Monday July 27-28 8:15 AM—5:00PM
Shop the Vendors!
Shop til you drop during sessions, between and after sessions in a separate room next door to the lecture hall. We will have all our sharpening equipment and supplies including the Sumach Scissors Flat Hone, Clipper Hones and Knife Sharpeners on display and available for sale. Shop directly for just the right bumper or screw. We will also have closeout bargains and seconds for sale. Items purchased at the meetings will be shipped home for you free of charge or available for immediate delivery. Other tables from other vendors will be here as well including Nebraska Blades, Kenchii Shears, Conair, BaylissPro, Forfex and more.
We reserve the right to refuse anyone admission and will not allow solicitation for sales of any items at our meetings without permission. If you would like to have a vendor table, please contact us.
Click below to register for the Jam and special classes
All Registrations for special classes and events in nonrefundable but transferable to another person.
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