Post #735185 by mikehooker on Wed, Jan 14, 2015 2:22 PM

A friend of mine was a vendor last year so I asked his thoughts on the experience and this is what he sent me:

"First off, I would not recommend traveling from CA to vend at Hukilau! Those who decide to vend should keep items small enough to pack into a suit case. Also keep price points competitive, some vendors sold out in the first day due to unique items! The crowd is awesome, great meeting and networking for sure. Most of the staff was helpful, however we did get shoved in the corner and did not get the spaces we originally booked....all the vendors were very on top of one another and the logistics of setting up was an absolute nightmare! Second floor show with one freight elevator that was temperamental. If I were to sum up Hukilau, go as a participant, you will have so much fun! Vending is strait up work, while everyone else gets to party. Best of luck and I hope this was helpful:-)!"