Upcoming Events

Dallas, TX • October 21-23, 2026
Looking to start or scale your business before the busy holiday season? Join us in Dallas to see the latest products in apparel decoration and embroidery at Impressions Dallas. Get a FREE Expo floor pass when you use the code EXH50.

Madison, WI • October 7, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #3: Join us in Madison, WI to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.

Green Bay, WI • October 9, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #4: Join us in Green Bay, WI to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.

Cornelius, NC • October 23, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #5: Join us just outside Charlotte, NC to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.

San Diego, CA • November 4, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #6: Join us in San Diego, CA to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.

Anaheim, CA • November 6, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #7: Join us just in Anaheim, CA to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.

Tampa Bay, FL • November 11, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #8: Join us in Tampa Bay, FL to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.

Orlando, FL • November 13, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #9: Join us just in Orlando, FL to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.

Clair Shores, MI • November 20, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #10: Join us at STAHLS’ Innovation Lab outside Detroit, MI to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.

Houston, TX • December 2, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #11: Join us just in Houston, TX to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.

Dallas, TX • December 4, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #12: Join us just in Dallas, TX to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.

Columbia, MD • December 4, 2026
Makers Lab Stop #13: Join us just at Angelina Jasmina’s shop in Columbia, MD to learn from experts and get hands-on experience by creating personalized products, from start to finish. All Makers Lab events are open to all and free to attend.
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Past Events

Join us March 23
MELCO LIVE SESSION 1: Join entrepreneur and Youtuber, Angela Jasmina, in this Q&A session about how to get started with commercial embroidery and what it takes to build a successful business.

Join us March 24
MELCO LIVE SESSION 2: The Melco applications team is ready to share their wealth of knowledge about all things Melco and embroidery, so bring your learning cap and your burning embroidery questions!

Join us March 25
MELCO LIVE SESSION 3: Our resident digital expert John LeDrew will share strategies for growing your business by integrating direct-to-garment and large format printing into your customization business.

Join us on May 25 for an online seminar about pricing strategies
This will be a live question and answer session about the ins and outs of pricing strategies, bidding on jobs, creating contracts and more for your business! Hear from professionals who either run or have ran their own successful business as well as Melco professionals who work alongside businesses of all kinds daily!

Join us on June 16 for an online seminar about legal considerations
Wondering where to get started registering as an LLC or how to make sure your business is conforming to state and local guidelines? Join us for a live question and answer session about the legalities of starting and running a small business.

Join us August 4 for an online seminar about Marketing and Branding Your Business
Want to find new clients and get your name out there? Join us for a Live Q&A where we will answer your questions about promoting your business and growing your clientele through brand awareness.

Join us August 17th for Session 1 of 2 with Madeira USA
We’re teaming up with the premier embroidery supply manufacturer, Madeira, and you don’t want to miss it – During this first Melco Live session, Madiera will walk us through the fundamentals of stabilizer and backing. You will learn all about the various types and which is most appropriate for your job at hand.

Join us August 29th for Session 2 of 2 with Madeira USA
We’re teaming up with the premier embroidery supply manufacturer, Madeira, and you don’t want to miss it – During this second Melco Live session, Madiera will walk us through the various types and uses of thread.

Join us on December 8th for a Live Q&A – Figuring Out Financing!
Join the Melco team and professionals from ADIA Capital to learn how to leverage financing to accelerate your small business. Bring your questions about financing your small business and your machines!