Whitney’s World of Crafts
Craft Vendor Application
Dear Crafter:
Your opportunity is here! Whitney’s World of Crafts invites you to market your products and crafts in Branson, Missouri. Your display at Whitney’s World of Crafts, with 10,000 square foot of retail space and over 100 booths, managed by a team with decades of experience, will place your crafts in the heart of the Ozarks, the #1 tourist destination in the region and live music capital of the world.
Whitney’s World of Crafts is located:
¨ In Branson, Missouri, with millions of annual visitors (over 80% spend time in shopping).
¨ Located a block east of the 76 Strip on five-lane Shepherd of the Hills Expressway.
¨ Next door to the IMAX entertainment complex and just a stone’s throw from Shoji Tabuchi Theater.
¨ Conveniently located near a variety of theaters, hotels, restaurants and other attractions, including Pierce Arrow, RFD TV, White Water, Sight and Sound Theater and Titanic.
¨ Adjoining Treasure Lake (365 acre, 5 star RV resort with over 10,000 guests annually).
Whitney’s World of Crafts’ reasonable monthly fee provides crafters with:
¨ A personalized market in the Heart of America for your crafts.
¨ Computerized check out system.
¨ Point of Sale inventory control.
¨ State of the art security systems.
¨ Professional set-up and remote stocking service available.
¨ Open 7 days a week (expanded hours in March through December)
¨ Choice of a variety of booths and wall spaces at various pricing.
¨ Monthly payment and detailed print out and reconciliation.
¨ Professional and experienced management and staff.
¨ Proven track record for high volume of sales, quality of products, new and repeat customers.
See attachments for details of booth layouts. Please complete the application form on the second page hereof and return it along with photos of your crafts and any previous displays. In the event space is not available at this time, we will keep your information on a waiting list and contact you if space becomes available in the future. If your application is accepted we will notify you of acceptance and send a formal written lease. The written lease must be agreed to by both parties, signed and returned along with a rental deposit in order for the booth rental to be effective. For further information or details visit the store or contact Flynt at (417) 337-4549 or the store manager at (417) at 332-0152.
Successful opportunities await you at Whitney’s World of Crafts. Thank you for your interest.
Sincerely,
Flynt Ray, Owner
Expressway Enterprises, L.L.C.
d/b/a Whitney’s World of Crafts
3506 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway
Branson, MO 65616
Telephone Store: (417) 332-0152
Administrative Office: (417) 880-0910 Facsimile: (417) 335-5128
To apply, simply complete and return the attached page along with any photos you have of your crafts.
Whitney’s World of Crafts - Prospective Vendor Information/Application:
(Note: this application is for information only and vendor is not bound until approval and signature of formal booth rental agreement).
Name:
Address:
Telephone: Business:
Home:
Fax Number: e-mail address :_
State Sales Tax Number (if any): State
Taxpayer I.D./SSN #:
Requested Booth Size and Location Preferences (list in order 1st three choices):
1st 2nd 3rd
Type of Lease Monthly or Annually (10% discount for annual payment in advance)
Booth Requirements or other special needs:
Describe in detail your main Craft Items/Merchandise (include photos):
Describe previous experience at craft shows or other craft mall locations (include photos):
Whitney’s World of Crafts
Current Craft Vendor Booth Sizes/Location/Rent
Booth Description Size Base Rent*
Glass Frontage (east end) 8’ wall space $50
East End Center Store 2.5’ X 8’ $125
Center Store 5 X 8 $150
Center Store 5 X 10 $175
Back Wall 6 X 8 $175
End Cap 10’ $200-$250
End Cap 5’ $100-$125
Other Wall Space/Rack space various $50-$250
*A 15% commission on sales is charged in addition to the stated Monthly Rental Amount