Best Of Maryland 2024 Gift & Vendor Guide

Can you believe 2024 is almost here? A new year means new opportunities and new ways to showcase your business! In anticipation of 2024 we are looking for the best of the best vendors to showcase in our Best Of 2024 Gift & Vendor Guide to give shoppers a preview of the products to look for in 2024 and recognize some of the best vendors out there! 

Beginning December 20th and through January 30th we will run Facebook and Instagram ads statewide targeting shoppers ages 25-72 who have an interest in shopping and online shopping. All targeted shoppers will have made an online shopping purchase within the past 7 days.

If you want to showcase your business and promote your products, here’s how.

The process is quite simple. After you register we email you a Vendor Welcome Email that includes a Google Doc form to provide us with your product photos, prices, business information, and links for shoppers to purchase your products or to learn more. Your link can be a website, online store, social media links, or all of them. Within 2 business days of receiving your information, our art department will build your listing in the gift guide.

The registration fee covers the cost of running the ads on Facebook & Instagram along with our art departments time to schedule and run the campaign. This is 

Below are the packages to choose from:

• Your business name listed on the recognized businesses page located towards the back of the guide.
• Complete the form below for the free listing option.

Want to include product photos, business description, and social media links on your listing? Choose one of the below packages!

• Promotional listing in the Best Of 2024 Online Gift & Vendor Guide. Listing includes five product photos, product prices, product titles, logo, website link, social media links, and city you are based in.
• After completing your registration you will receive a vendor welcome email which contains a Google doc form to submit your logo, product photos, description of your business, website link (if applicable), contact information, and social media links.

Gift Guide Facts & FAQ

*We do not require any licenses or permits for vendors to participate.

*Direct sales companies can participate. We only allow one representative per company to participate.

*Payment is due at the time of registration. No refunds will be issued.

*Upon registering, you will receive a Vendor Welcome Email.*Should you have additional questions please email danielle@theshoppersmarket.com. Make sure to reference the location you are inquiring about in your email.

*Please double-check your email address, full name, and business name when you are registering so that we can successfully contact you, as well as correctly promote your business.

*Be sure to check your spam folder if you believe you aren’t receiving our email communications.

*Services are welcome to register.

*We do not guarantee or make any promises regarding vendor sales or mall traffic. Sales vary by vendor product and shopper demand.

*Registration refunds are not issued for any reason. All payments are final.

How do you promote the gift guide?

The gift guide is promotes on our website and Facebook page. In addition, we purchase and run Facebook and Instagram ads promoting the gift guide targeted to the demographic of female shoppers ages 25-72 who like shopping, crafts, gifts, and online shopping. All shoppers targeted in our campaigns have made an online shopping purchase within the past 14 days.

How much in sales can I expect?

Sales vary by vendor and product sold. We are not responsible for or guarantee any specific sales revenue. It’s all about the shopper’s interest in a vendor’s product. This is a marketing campaign that is aimed at growing the vendors brand and reach during the Summer Shopping Season.

What if I don’t have a website?

A website is not required. In fact, we have several vendors who use their Etsy page or Facebook page for their link. Whatever page you have customers make purchases is fine for you to use as your link.

How many customers can I expect?

While we cannot guarantee how much you will make in sales, we can promise you that we are going to deliver thousands of eyeballs. We are currently averaging almost 5000 unique visitors to the Market website per day and over 100,000 page visits per week on Facebook.

Have additional questions? Please email danielle@theshoppersmarket.com.

All vendor registration fees are final and nonrefundable. We do not guarantee sales for vendors. All transactions are between vendors and customers. The Shoppers Market shall not be held liable for any issues or transactions between vendors and customers.