The 41st Annual Hotel, Motel and Restaurant Supply Show of the Southeast

Event Dates
2017-01-24 - 2017-01-26
Exhibitors
400
Floor Size
100000
Attendees
1000
Event contact title
Show Director
Event contact first name
Myra N.
Event contact last name
Starnes
Email
hmrss@sc.rr.com
Event contact telephone number
843-448-9483
Description

The Hotel, Motel and Restaurant Supply Show provides hospitality industry suppliers with the opportunity to meet one-on-one with thousands of hospitality buyer/decision makers from all over the Southeast. Whether you are looking to introduce a new line or grow your current base of customers, this event offers the perfect vehicle at the right price in a drivable resort location.

Attendee information

Who Attends: Independent Hotel, Motel & Restaurant Chains, FF&E Companies, Purchasing Companies, Healthcare Lodging, Foodservice, Country Clubs, Design Firms, Resorts, Bed & Breakfast, Catering Companies, Nightclubs, Bars, Hospitals & Property Management Companies

Exhibitor information

Furnishings and Fixtures, Linens, Uniforms, Bedding, Floor covering, Design, Construction and Building prospects, Fitness Equipment, Cleaning Supplies and Maintenance, Guest Amenities, Laundry Equipment, and Supplies, Ad supplies, Food & Beverage Equipment and Supplies, HVAC Systems, Energy management equipment and supplies, Signage & Graphics, Technology, Window Treatments, Green Hospitality Options, Vehicle Carts, Insurance, Real estate, Financial Institutions, Franchises, Bar supplies

Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.    Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.    Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.   The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.    MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.     MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.