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H&G hosts rally for thousands of designers

When Home & Garden Party throws a Rally they make sure their independent Designers find the best in training, recognition, networking and fun while they are there.

Lisa Mobus traveled to Nashville, Tennessee in late July to spend three days at the Opryland Resort and Convention Center with Designers from across the country. The action-packed schedule included workshops, general sessions, a glamorous Awards Banquet, and a first time ever New Product Carnival, set up like a hometown fair with booths, demonstrations, product displays, games, music and old-fashioned fun.

Home & Garden Party President Penny Carlile`s eyes light up when she describes National Rally, held every summer:

"We focus on our achievers, because it is a chance to honor them in front of so many other Designers that have the same opportunity to succeed," she said. "For everyone who makes the trip, National Rally is like a combination of family reunion, the Academy Awards, a County Fair, and a professional meeting - all in three days!"