THIS IS WHY – The Tunica Manufactured Housing Show – WILL always be there…

by Dennis Hill

Because…

• The Tradition Is Solid and Dependable 
• The Time Is Right
• The Marketplace is Relevant
• The Location Is Right

The Tunica Show has more homes than any other MH Industry event! In 2015 The Tunica Show registered retailers, builder/developers, community owners/operators, and installers from all over the region. The show drew 1,192 retailers, builder/developers, community owners/operators, and installers this past year, from an expansive region which stretched from Illinois all the way to East Texas. The number of attendees actually exceeded our expectations and even surpassed last year’s attendance numbers. This is a significant coup for The Tunica Show, because it means new business relationships abound!

It has been shown statistically that regional shows draw primarily from a 200-mile radius of the event. Even national shows draw the majority of their attendance from a 400-mile radius. So there can be no question that the retailers, builder/developers, community owners/operators who attend The Tunica Show represent a specific customer base. People want to use their time more productively – their priorities have changed. They have neither the funds nor the inclination to spend days and days traveling. They want to attend something close by that will enable them to get back to work and back to their families as quickly as possible. They are unlikely to attend another show, in another part of the country, because they feel it would be superfluous and inconvenient.

This is a time for preparation, accepting new challenges, changing direction if necessary, but mostly a time for being there. Manufacturers and suppliers will be at the show because they want to maintain customer relationships. They know that even when someone doesn’t purchase or order right now, they will in the near future. So this is not a time for cutting ties, but for strengthening them. You’ll find thousands of your colleagues doing the same thing, so come to the show and see how the collective spirit prevails. It will give you a boost!

Resorts Casino and Hotel

All seminars will be held at the Resorts Casino in the Magnolia Room. This area is located on the second level of the casino. The SCMHI luncheon will be held on the third level at the Resorts Hotel in the “event center” on Wednesday, March 23rd and Thursday, March 24th. If you are looking for “optimum convenience” to the manufacturer’s exhibit area, we suggest you stay at the Resorts Casino and Hotel. When you walk out of the rear entrance of the Resorts Hotel… you are walking directly into the manufacturer’s exhibit area. This location couldn’t be any more convenient!

Resorts Hotel & Casino call 1-866-706-7070 for reservations.

Mention Group Code: MFH2016 (Resorts)

Hollywood Casino and Hotel

All service and supplier exhibits will be at the Hollywood Casino and Hotel. The exhibits will be located in the grand ballroom. Shuttle bus pick up delivery point to the manufacturers exhibits will be located in this area. We are going to have shuttle buses run from the service and supplier exhibit area to the manufactures exhibits on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. All registration for the show will occur at the Hollywood Casino. If you are exhibiting in the service and supplier exhibit area the Hollywood provides optimum convenience for exhibitors. Last year many exhibitors talked about how convenient it was at the Hollywood Casino and Hotel for service and supplier exhibitors. We would agree with this assessment. If you are looking for closeness to all the hotel facilities as well as the supplier exhibits then the Hollywood would be your choice.

Buffets will be open at the Resorts as well as the Hollywood for breakfast, lunch and dinner during the show. At night the Resorts has the 61 Grille streak house (open Monday-Thursday). In addition, the Hollywood property will have the Fairbanks Steakhouse (open Monday – Thursday)

Hollywood Hotel and Casino call 800-871-0711 for reservations.

Mention the group code: SCM 0316 (Hollywood)

The rooms at Hollywood Casino and Resorts Casino are well-priced at $64.

Please Note That the cut off dates for reservations is March 11th 2016

In 2016, 70 new model homes are expected to be featured at the show. These models will offer a firsthand look at the latest technology, conveniences, efficiency, and state-of-the-art design modifications that have been developed during the past year. The don’t-miss showcase of homes is an essential element in getting a firsthand view for retailers, builder/developers, community owners/operators, and installers as they head into the spring selling season. Innovation is more important than ever and the showcase of homes makes certain that everyone sees, understands and can fully utilize the new technology found in our homes.

Continuing the excitement that accompanies another year at the Tunica Manufactured Housing Show, are two free lunches that will be provided for attendees. This is a convenient and delicious way to luncheon at the show site and a good way to maximize your time. Our SPECIAL LUNCHES will be held at the RESORTS HOTEL on the third level. The annual BLOODY MARY MIXER will be held Thursday morning, March 24th as a casual start to that day’s show schedule in the service and supplier exhibit area at the HOLLYWOOD HOTEL.

Registration

We will once again use QMS Services of Alpharetta, GA to facilitate our online registration. Their web link service provides fast and efficient registration both before and during the show. Our registration web link is:

http://www.prereg.net/2016/tmfs

When show hours conclude, you have a city that offers a wide variety of entertainment and food. Tunica is the third largest gambling destination in the country, and boasts world-class casinos. Dining options are numerous and meant to be enjoyed as part of your show stay.

Calendar of Events

Show Hours

Tuesday, March 22nd (Seminars)

2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Seminars (Resorts Casino & Hotel)

Wednesday, March 23rd

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EXHIBITS OPEN

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. SCMHI’s Hospitality Luncheon (Resorts Casino & Hotel)

Thursday, March 24th

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EXHIBITS OPEN

9:00 a.m. BLOODY MARY MIXER in the Service and Supplier Exhibit Area (Hollywood Casino & Hotel)

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. SCMHI’s Hospitality Luncheon (Resorts Casino & Hotel)

Friday, March 25th

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon EXHIBITS OPEN

Seminars . . .

Seminars will be held on Tuesday March 22, the day before the show… IN ORDER To maximize your time with attendees on Wednesday and Thursday.

Once again, we’ve turned to popular MH educational/seminar authority, L. A. ‘Tony’ Kovach, to organize ‘SRO – Standing Room Only’ – MH Seminars – profit-boosting learning experiences, tailored for MH Pros coming to the Tunica Manufactured Housing Show in 2016!

1. What’s New & Hot in Manufactured Home Financing! A panel of the industry’s leading MH lenders will share a panel, with each presenting their hottest or newest plans for 2016. Don’t lag behind your competitors! Those who come, will know and can grow through smarter financing opportunities available in 2016.

2. The Community/Retailing Scene. You may be in retail or communities, either way, this session will be for YOU. Communities have increasingly turned into retailers, and what this panel of community pros will share – their success tips – can be powerful and profitable for both MH Communities and MH Retailer Professionals. Management, Owners and front-line pros can all benefit from this real-world experience session. Don’t miss it.

3. Super-Savvy Marketing for More Sales. Its all about common sense marketing thatworks in the real world! L. A. ‘Tony’ Kovach has owned and managed high-volume MH retail centers and has coached MH Communities with lagging sales into solid, profit-making territory. Learn some secrets of success from popular presenter and MH consultant, L. A. ‘Tony’ Kovach, who personally leads the Super-Savvy Marketing for More Sales in 2016 Seminar.

East, West, North and South (and the Central U.S. too!) – L. A. “Tony” Kovach has delivered powerful yet practical insights that get high ratings from attendees, as do all of the SRO Seminars you’ll see at the Tunica Manufactured Housing Show in 2016.

Notice: Watch MHProNews.com Corporate Press Releases for additional information regarding seminar programming AND for the new upcoming, Tunica Manufactured Housing Show website.

Exhibitor’s names in BOLD represents current sponsors.

Service and suppliers will number in the 100’s for the 2016 show.  Supplier exhibitors are critical to our industry, providing vital services and products to the manufactured housing industry.  Each year, this group of exhibitors showcases the newest technology, products and services that can be utilized by our industry.

Service and Supplier Exhibitors

All seminars will be held at Resort Hotel and Casino on the 2nd Floor on Tuesday, March 22nd starting at 2:00pm

SHOW SITE!!!

2016 VIP SPONSORS

We Owe Some Terrific People Our Grateful Thanks! Their Gracious Willingness To Be Part Of The South Central Show Serves As An Example Of The Pride We All Feel In Our Industry And In This Very Special Event

The Tunica Show Board of Directors Welcomes You To The 2016 Show

SCMHI Board of Directors: Keith Bennett, SCMHI Chairman, Kabco Builders; Gene Rogers, Show Chairman, Lexington Homes; Doris Hydrick, AMHA; Jennifer Hall, MMHA; David Brewer, Southern Homes; Ryan Campbell, Southern Colonel Homes, Inc.; Brent Cappaert, Cappaert Manufactured Housing. Inc.; Scott Lingle, Clayton Homes.; Sam Huffman, Triad Financial Services; Paula Reeves, CIS Financial Services; Jeff Hood, River Birch Homes.; Jesse Post, Style Crest.

THE TUNICA SHOW is sponsored by the Alabama Manufactured Housing Association and the Mississippi Manufactured Housing Association. It is produced and managed by Show Ways Unlimited. ##

For more information, contact Dennis J. Hill, show coordinator, at (770) 587-3350

On February 17, 2016   /   Updates