July Welcome

Finally…July! It is the month we have all been waiting for…not only are we all smack dab in the middle of trade show season, we are gearing up for our 2nd HQ Event this month! Can you believe it? If you haven’t registered yet, there is no time to waste. Register at www.theHQEvent.com to secure your spot. Recall the saying, “Curiosity killed the cat…but satisfaction brought it back.” Be curious, find satisfaction! This show is all about community and bringing advanced technology and increased professionalism to this fabulous industry! We can’t wait to show you everything we have in store. Don’t miss it!

As things are heating up this summer, be sure to check out the latest and greatest the HQ Quest for the Best section this issue! You really don’t want to miss the boat on these freshly launched products.
Now, we all know of some great stories that involve our industry comrades, but I bet you haven’t heard the one about Drake Fischer, owner of Durity Vape and Smoke Shop. Durity means “hardened, something that can endure pressure”, which just about sums up this awesome Shop of the Month story! Thanks for sharing with us, Drake!
Lastly, we are already prepping for THE Holiday edition of 2021. Wholesalers, do you have what it takes to make the list of lists? Send us an email to communications@headquest.com and tell us about your most popular, new launched, or most innovative product to date! We can’t wait to spotlight the best of the best as we kick things in high gear for the busiest time of the year!
See you all at the HQ Event. Be there or be square.

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