WHAT IS MERCH MADNESS?
It’s March Madness… promo style.
16 suppliers compete across 8 product categories. You’ll fill out a bracket at the kickoff, then the battle moves to Instagram for voting.
Come hang, build your bracket, and help crown a Grand Champion.
HOW THE TOURNAMENT WORKS
STEP 1: attend the kickoff event on March 19 and fill out your bracket
STEP 2: voting kicks off on HPPA’s Instagram after the event
STEP 3: we tally results and crown the winners
PRIZES
GRAND CHAMPION wins a spec sample or self-promo from every participating supplier.
RUNNER UP wins the display spec samples showcased at the March 19 kickoff event.
SUPPLIER PARTICIPATION (16 spots total)
Supplier entry is first come, first served.
8 categories | 2 suppliers per category
Writing Instruments
Drinkware
Bags (Totes / Backpacks)
Headwear
T-Shirts / Apparel / Outerwear
Notebooks / Desk Accessories
Tech Accessories
Home & Utility (Blankets, Umbrellas, Lifestyle Comfort)
Supplier entry requirements
Entry fee: $25
To participate, you’ll:
• provide 1 display spec sample for the March 19 kickoff
• provide 1 spec sample or self-promo item for the Grand Champion prize pool
• hype bracket voting (you can promote externally and encourage your audience to vote)
*Important note: suppliers do not have to attend in person to compete.*
