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Sourcing Missions

At Sweet Music, I understand that establishing strong relationships with suppliers is key to your business's success. That’s why I travel to China once or twice a year to meet with suppliers in the music industry. My travels have taken me to various regions, each contributing to my expertise in sourcing quality materials and products. In 1999, I visited Inner Mongolia to see firsthand the areas where the horses that supply the tails originate. This experience deepened my understanding of the sourcing process.  In 2001, I traveled to Hebei province to visit several musical instrument factories, further enhancing my connections in the industry. In 2002, I set up a buy for a client in London, England, ensuring they received the best quality products. The following year, in 2003, I attended the Musikmesse trade show in Frankfurt, Germany, where I met with several suppliers from Europe and Asia on behalf of clients in the US and Canada. This event was instrumental in building my network...