Through India’s Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts under the aegis of Development of Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, Impact Communications Ltd. was the Trade Mission Lead and Coordinator to recruit and coordinate 160 TOP Canadian Companies (buyers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) for a trade and buyers mission to India that occurred in January, March and April 2006.
This was one of the most exciting buying opportunities in the world. Featuring producst from 900 permanent show marts—covering all areas of production: textiles, furniture, glass, metal, decorative accessories, lighting, tabletop, bath, essencia, candles, jewellery, fashion, bedding, pillows and 500 Indian manufacturers.
Impact was subcontracted by Arun Agarwal, our strategic alliance and owner of S2S Resources. What is S2Resources? S2Resources is a buying house, inspections and logistics agency based in India, which provides comprehensive sourcing services to International Buyers.
Quotes and Testimonials from Canadian Delegates
The following testimonials are from delegates who participated in the First Trade Mission to IFFTEX Show, January 2006, New Delhi, India
“The Trade Mission to India with EPCH was excellent. Being able to network and brainstorm with 100 peers in your respective industry was truly progressive. Due to the exchanging of information by companies already connected with excellent manufacturers, Fairmont is in the process of doing private label manufacturing in India.” — Marilyn Harvey, General Manager, Fairmont Stores, A Division of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Canmore, Alberta
“I’m writing to thank you so much for the wonderful opportunity of joining you in India in January. I was thrilled to be approved to attend and had the most incredible experiences. From the business side of being introduced to new suppliers at a very direct level (which I enjoyed) to making new business friendships to grow on – they were all enjoyable. On the personal side I truly enjoyed visiting the Taj Mahal and learning about a culture that I had otherwise known very little about. We were fortunate enough to be invited to a wedding one evening during our stay.” — Kyla Pierik, Apple Berry Farm Market, Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
“We made some excellent contacts for our business that will prove to be fantastic sources for growing our line of products we offer to our retail and contract customers, and offering us a competitive edge.” — Jason Zanatta, Director of Comfy Covers, Surrey, British Columbia
“The trip was a great success and we made many valuable contacts in the area. ” –– Michael Bulva, Dabul Enterprises Inc.,Vancouver, British Columbia
“Thank you for putting together such a successful event. It was well organized and fruitful. We were able to make some great contacts with prospective suppliers. Fortunately I stayed on for another week so was able to communicate with factories and bring back samples. It was also wonderful to meet the Canadian delegates in great social gatherings. — Neera Ghai, CEO, Far West Industries Inc.,Richmond, British Columbia
“The trade show was incredible. I have ordered thousands of pieces of jewlery for my stores and ordered an item that I will bring in to wholesale in the fall. I am grateful that I was chosen for the trip and I enjoyed my time in India very much. I did start some great business relationships during my short stay in India that both my business and their business will benefit from. Thanks again.” — Jane McFadden, Dream Big Design Co., Vancouver, British Columbia