Upcoming Trade Events in the U.S.
1. INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE EXPO - April/May 2002 (3-day event), Washington, DC
Since its inaugeration in 1992, the International Franchise Expo has become the industry's largest show in the world in terms of number of exhibitors, visitors, and net square feet of paid exhibit space. Since the show's debut, the percentage of international visitors has increased every year, in both number of attendees and number of countries represented, reaching approximately 30% of total attendance in 2000. There will be a wide range of potential franchise opportunities at the show: Accounting/Tax Services, Children's Services, Computer/Electronics/Internet Services, Food, Clothing, and many more. The Expo offers a variety of symposia and seminar topics, such as: Introduction to Franchising, How to Negotiate a Master Franchise Agreement, and virtually every area of interest to current of potential franchisees.
Contact: Cheryl Burkhalter, MFV Expositions, 210 Route 4 East, Suite 403, Paramus, NJ 07652. Tel: 201-226-1130, Fax: 201-226-1131; Email: cburkhalter@N0SPAM.mfvexpo.com1 .
2. INTERNATIONAL SHOPA SHOW - November 12-14,2002, Atlanta,Georgia
The International SHOPA Show is an annual event held in the United States for the school, home office, and office products industry. Since its premiere in 1991, the show has experienced a 203% increase in exhibit square footage based on net square footage. Attendance at the show has increased more than 145% from 1991 to 1999. These statistics highlight the prominence of the SHOPA Show within the industry. No other show within our industry can boast such success. The show is one of the 200 largest trade shows in the United States, according to Tradeshow Week. Products will include: Computer accessories and software, desk accessories, furniture, writing instruments and accessories, office storage, school supplies, and much more. The SHOPA show is offering seminars the day before the show, and customized local store tours with association executives serving as speakers on an as-needed basis.
Contact: Patricia Rosen, Association Director-Intl, School, Home, and Office Products Assn., 3131 Elbee Road, Dayton, OH 45439. Tel: 937-297-2250, Fax: 937-297-2254, Email: patr@N0SPAM.shopa.org2 .
3. WASTE EXPO 2002 - April 3-5, 2002, Chicago Illinois
WasteExpo is one of the top 122 tradeshows in the United States and the largest trade event in North America serving all aspects of the waste and recycling market. It is the nation's premier venue for showcasing American environmental products and services. The industry sectors include landfills, medical and hazardous waste, composting, waste storage, transport and processing, waste-to-energy technologies and all forms of recycling. With more than 400 companies exhibiting, WasteExpo equipment categories include but are not limited to: trucks, loaders, cranes, hoists, trailers and tractors, balers, conveyors, scales, cats, bins, screens, compactors, and shredders, sludge equipment, landfill liners and equipment, and waste-to-energy processing equipment. Educational programs on the latest trends, tips, products, services, and methods of implementation affecting the solid, medical, and hazardous waste industries. Complete event information about this show will be available December 2001 via the website http://www.wasteexposhow.com3.
Contact: Jacqueline Wolfe, CEM, Director, Industry Development, Intertec Exhibitions, 9719 Singleton Drive, Bethesda, MD, 20817-2466. Tel: 301-530-7801, Fax: 301-530-7802, Email: jwolfe@N0SPAM.compusnet.com4 .
4. GREATER NEW YORK DENTAL MEETING - November 29-December 4,2002 New York, New York
The Greater New York Dental Meeting is a showcase for the latest technological advances in the art and science of dentistry. It is one of the largest attended dental congresses occurring annually in the world, combining both scientific lectures and technical exhibits. Attendees in 1999 came from 49 of our 50 states and 75 countries. The meeting will feature over 300 clinicians from around the world that will present scientific programs during the meeting. Products include but not limited to: air abrasives, anesthetics, antibiotics, bonding agents, diagnostic equipment (all types and services), equipment repair and maintenance, infection control products, marketing aids, orthodontics materials & accessories, sterilizers and many more.
Contact: Dr. Howard B. Menell, Executive Director, Greater New York Dental Meeting, 1535 Broadway - 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10036-4017. Tel: 212-398-6922, Fax: 212-398-6934, Email: gnydm@N0SPAM.aol.com5 .
5. THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS' SHOW January 21-24,2003, Las Vegas, Nevada
The International Builder's Show is the largest building industry trade show in the United States and also includes the largest number of related meetings, seminars and workshops in the world. There are no other U.S. shows of this kind and magnitude. The show exceeds 500,000 square feet of exhibit space and more than 1,000 individual manufacturers and suppliers who exhibit. ICCON gives international attendees access to commercial construction technologies and features over 100 exhibitors. Attendees will be able to take advantage of the latest home automation information featured in TecHOME Expo, a new pavilion devoted to high-technology solutions for the home-building industry. There are more than 200 technical programs. The New American Home tour is available at no additional charge. There are various housing tours operating throughout Atlanta for a nominal fee such as the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Assn Tour.
Contact: Dennis Harrison, Staff Vice President - Conventions and Meetings Div., National Association of Home Builders 1201 15th St., NW, Washington, DC 20005-2800. Tel: 202-861-2111, Fax: 202-861-2104, Email: dharrison@N0SPAM.nahb.com6 .
6. THE REMODELERS SHOW - November 1-3, 2001, Atlantic City, New Jersey
This 12-year old show is already the largest residential remodeling-specific trade show (non-consumer) in the Americas with more than 120,000 net square feet of exhibit space and over 400 exhibiting manufacturers, suppliers and distributors. Along with the exhibition portion of the show, there will be over 60 educational programs over three days including seminars, workshops, roundtable breakout sessions, and hands-on computer training. Many of the materials, techniques and management tools shared at this show are extremely valuable to professional remodelers regardless where they are from. With the focus placed exclusively on products and education for professional residential remodeling, the show is beginning to become an international industry event attracting attendees from around the world.
Contact: Dennis Harrison, Staff Vice President - Conventions & Meetings Division, National Association of Home Builders, 1201 15th St., NW, Washington, DC 20005-2800. Tel: 202-861-2111, Fax: 202-861-2104, Email: dharrison@N0SPAM.nahb.com6
7. COMDEX FALL 2002 - November 18-22,2002, Las Vegas, Nevada
Comdex is the global IT marketplace where technology professionals converge to exchange the latest information, ideas and products. Already the largest IT meeting place in the world, this year Comdex has developed an initiative that will concentrate on segmenting and personalizing everything from the conference programming, to the floor plans in order to better serve the specific needs of the buyers and sellers and to enable discreet community development. Products include: Computers, communications, high-end electronics products including hardware, software, services, supplies and accessories are displayed. Particular attention will be given to e-commerce, platforms, networking and devices. Comdex has a 100+ topic conference program relating to technology, industry trends and marketing issues.
Contact: William R. Sell, VP/General Manager Comdex/Fall 2001, K3mMedia Events, Inc., 300 First Avenue, Needham, MA 02494-2772. Tel: 781-433-1805, Fax: 781-433-2801, Email: bill_sell@N0SPAM.key3media.com7 .
8. AMERICAN PET PRODUCTS MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION'S 44TH ANNUAL PET PRODUCTS TRADE SHOW -June 12-14, 2002, Chicago, Illinois
The APPMA Trade Show is the largest pet product exhibition in North America, and in the odd years, e.g. 1999, 2001 etc., is the largest in the world. Exhibitors at the trade show represent approximately 90% of the pet products manufactured in the U.S. (excluding food). The show is the only pet industry event in the world that is only open to distributors, wholesalers, mass-market buyers, catalogue and internet buyers. Because of this, most buyers are able to speak directly with the company head that has the authority to offer on-the-spot discounts and other Show deals to any interested buyer. This opportunity is especially advantageous for international buyers. Major product categories are: Aquatics, bird, cat, dog, reptile, and small animal. Pond, gift and stationery products are shown as well as service providers to the pet products industry. The APPMA Show is the event professional pet product buyers feel they must attend and the show where manufacturers debut their new products.
Contact: Andrew Darmohraj, Dir., Trade Shows & Special Events, American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, 255 Glenville Rd., Greenwich, CT 06831. Tel: 203-532-0000, Fax: 203-532-0551, Email: andy@N0SPAM.appma.org8 .
9. THE ELECTRONIC DISTRIBUTION SHOW (EDS) AND CONFERENCE - May 14-16, 2002, Las Vegas, Nevada
EDS provides manufacturers, distributors and sales representatives (agents) with a place to do business. Products include: Batteries, capacitors, chemical products/supplies, connectors, crystals, test instruments, power supplies, resistors, sensors, relays, switches, tools, transformers, wire and cable. EDS is different from other shows in that the emphasis is on scheduled meetings, not open exhibits. Most attendees are top-level managers that come ready to make new alliances with a selective roster of potential allies. For distributors who want to find new sources of supply, the show provides an opportunity to meet with some 500 manufacturers from the U.S.A. and around the world. EDS hosts seminars on the following topics: How to Sell Electronic Products in the U.S. Market, Marketing Electronics Worldwide, and Globalization of the European Electronic Distribution Industry, and How it Affects All of Us.
Contact: Gerald M. Newman, Executive Vice President, Electronic Distribution Show Corporation, 222 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2160, Chicago, IL 60606. Tel: 312-648-1140, Fax: 312-648-4282, Email: gretchen@N0SPAM.edsc.org9 .
10. INTERNATIONAL HOUSEWARES SHOW - January 12-15, 2002, Chicago, Illinois
The International Housewares Show is the world's largest "housewares-only" marketplace, where 1800 exhibiting companies have the opportunity to showcase thousands of new products and designs. It is the first show of the calendar year and of the housewares-buying season, closely following the critical 4th quarter holiday retail season. It is the industry event for the housewares industry. Product categories include: Kitchen, dining, electrics, home health care, floor/carpet care, home organization, cleaning, hardware, space organizers, clothing care, pet supplies, and seasonal/general merchandise. There will also be an International World Pavilion and a New Exhibitor Area. There will be an annual Industry Breakfast at a cost of $15/person, and a variety of educational seminars that will be available free of charge.
Contact: Helen Chantos, Dir., International Services, National Housewares Manufacturers Association, 6400 Shafer Court, Suite 650, Rosemont, IL 60018. Tel: 847-692-0118, Fax: 847-292-4211, Email: hchantos@N0SPAM.nhma.com10 .
11. NATURAL PRODUCTS EXPO WEST - March 6-9, 2003, Anaheim, California
Since it's launch in 1981, Natural Products Expo West has continued to be the premiere trade show representing the growing natural products industry. Natural product buyers, importers, exporters, manufacturers, suppliers, brokers, and other industry members consider it to be the most lucrative show to participate in. Thousands of new and established products are displayed at over 2500 exhibitor booths. To make sampling both efficient and effective for buyers, the majority of exhibit booths reside in one of thirteen Product Pavilions: international, specialty foods, raw materials, publishers, home & textile, organic marketplace, nutritional supplements, launch pad, per products, functional foods, personal care, vegetarian foods, equipment/fixtures. The education program at the Expo is currently supported and accredited by Bastyr University, the University of Southern California, the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Services. These institutions also accredit portions of our conference program for continuing education for pharmacists following guidelines established by the American Council of Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE).
Contact: Larry Romero, Intl Account Exec., New Hope Natural Media, 1401 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO 80302. Tel: 303-998-9108, Fax: 303-939-9559, Email: lromero@N0SPAM.newhope.com11 .
12. PLASTEC EAST ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND EXPOSITION - June 4-6, 2002, New York City, New York
PLASTEC East is a show serving all plastics processing technologies as well as all vertical application markets. The show is the largest plastics industry event located in the Eastern United States. Plastec will be co-located with the Medical Design & Manufacturing East, and the Atlantic Design & Manufacturing shows. These shows feature hundreds of additional exhibitors of particular interest to plastics processing professionals from around the world. PLASTEC features a full range of materials, equipment, systems, supplies, and services involved in every aspect of plastics processing, including but not limited to: raw materials, injection molding equipment, extruders, blow molders, compounders & granulators, hot runners, chillers CAD, manufacturing/processing support services, and others. The educational program will consist of seminars, tutorials, workshops, along with an opening keynote address from a recognized industry expert.
Contact: Diane O'Connor, Dir., Trade Show Division, Canon Communications, LLC, 11444 West Olympic Blvd., Suite 900, Los Angeles, CA 90064-1549. Tel: 310-445-4200, Fax: 310-996-9499, Email: diane.o'connor@N0SPAM.cancom.com12 .
13. SUPERCOMM 2002 - June 2-6, 2002, Atlanta, Georgia
Supercomm, the premier annual communications and information technology exhibition and conference, brings together present and potential partners, customers, suppliers, and competitors by providing a global marketplace of infrastructure, equipment, systems and ideas. The show draws nearly 800 exhibitors, and over 50,000 attendees from around the world. There are several hundred categories of products on display. Categories range from broadband and optical networking to DSL, IP telephony, LMDS and Wireless local loop technologies. Supercomm offers a comprehensive curriculum of over 250 educational sessions featuring more than 700 industry leaders and experts.
Contact: Jack Chalden, General Manager, Supercomm, 2500 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22201. Tel: 703-907-7700, Fax: 703-907-7746, Email: jchalden@N0SPAM.tia.eia.org13 .
14. THE FMI 2002 INTERNATIONAL SUPERMARKET INDUSTRY CONVENTION & EDUCATIONAL EXPOSITION - May 5-7, 2002, Chicago, Illinois
The International Supermarket Industry convention and Educational Expo was created in 1937 to foster the growth of the then fledgling supermarket industry by promoting interaction between supermarket retailers/wholesalers and suppliers of supermarket products, equipment and services. Today the show is the most comprehensive trade event in the world for the food distribution industry. Responding to the needs of the market, FMI will continue to focus on areas of emerging interest in retail - technology and natural foods. Sponsored by NASDA (The National State Departments of Agriculture) and supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Food Export Showcase, first introduced at the 1993 show, contributes significantly to the show's focus on international trade opportunities. In response to attendee demand, the 2002 FMI Show will be co-located with the 2002 Spring Fancy Food Show, adding even a greater variety of consumer ready food products and support materials for attendees. Products include: equipment & supplies, grocery products, perishables, services. general merchandise, health & beauty aids, and technology. The show's workshop program is so thorough and informative, it has often been referred to as a "university" of the supermarket industry. The program includes 38 separate sessions covering a wide range of industry issues, and key workshops will offer simultaneously translated into French, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese and Korean.
Contact: Elizabeth Battaglia, Dir., Intl Mktg and Membership, Food Marketing Institute, 655 7th Floor, 15th St., NW, Washington, DC 20005. Tel: 202-220-0805, Fax: 202-429-4519, Email: ebattaglia@N0SPAM.fmi.org14 .
15. INTERNATIONAL UTILITY SUPPLIERS EXPOSITION (I-USE) - September 25-26, 2002, Portland, Oregon
I-USE is targeted toward the utility and public works industry. I-USE is well positioned to market to public works and utilities since both have similar common needs in terms of fleet and working equipment, as well as work zone safety. The show wishes to attract international delegates from countries who wish to increase the cost efficiency and effectiveness of their infrastructure through technical innovation. A sample of the products to be exhibited at the show are: aerial lifts/devices, cranes fueling, vehicle lightning/warning systems, service computer software, work zone equipment, trailers, vehicle & bodies/equipment components/accessories/mounted parts/communications equipment, fleet facility shop equipment/recycling equipment, right-of-way management, road construction equipment & supplies, sanding/ice removal equipment/supplies, road paving/repair & asphalt application equipment, electric & telephone line construction, underground utility construction equipment, tools, personal & safety products. The education programs sponsored the show focus on four topics: fleet and fleet facility management, utility overhead/underground construction & maintenance, and work zone safety & operator training.
Contact: Russell Dubbels, International Utility Suppliers Consortium, Inc., P.O. Box 1520, Wilsonville, OR 97070. Tel: 503-570-8637, Fax: 503-682-2017, email: rdubbels@N0SPAM.teleport.com15 .
16. SUPERZOO 2002 - July 21-23, 2002, Anaheim, California
The World Wide Pet Supply Association (WWPSA) inaugurated the new name of SuperZoo 2000 for the show, as well as several innovative show features such as the Outdoor Living Pavilion containing ponds, water gardens, birding supplies and other outdoor animal products. The show also offered a new program for distributors, distributor salespeople, big box retailers and mass-market buyers to make special appointments with exhibitors for 2 hours each morning, prior to the show opening. Other show highlights include the 4th Annual Living Wall (the only livestock display of its kind at a U.S. industry trade show), a grooming contest, and a new product showcase. Every product category in the pet industry is displayed including: dog, cat, bird, fish, reptile, wild bird, ponds, small animals, horses, and many others. There will be a 4-track seminar program including 27 different seminars. The fees for these programs are usually $15 each , with group pricing available upon request.
Contact: Doug Poindexter, World Wide Pet Supply Association, Inc., 406 S. First Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91006-3829. Tel: 626-447-2222, Fax: 626-447-8350. Email: info@N0SPAM.wwpsa.com16 .
17. THE INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION EXPOSITION 2002 - September 23-25, 2002, Las Vegas, Nevada
The International Public Transportation Exposition (EXPO 99),held once every three years, showcases more than 240,000 net square feet of public transit-related products and services to more than 15,000 industry professionals from around the world. Currently, 435 exhibitors have reserved 86% of the available floor space for the 2002 show. These exhibitors will be displaying such products as: bus, rail, paratransit, environmental, information technology, intelligent transportation systems, and related components and services. Technical sessions are presented as part of the concurrent American Public Transportation Association's (APTA) Annual Meeting. Recognized authorities present the workshop and conference sessions. Known throughout the world, the presenters cover the entire range of transit industry concerns including equipment design and technology, maintenance programs and facilities; personnel management; marketing; funding; future trends and more.
Contact: Paige Prindle, Director of Marketing, National Trade Productions, Inc. (NTP), 313 South Patrick Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-3567. Tel: 703-683-8500, Fax: 703-836-4486, Email: pprindle@N0SPAM.ntpshow.com17 .
18. PCIA GLOBALXCHANGE - September 17-20, 2002, New Orleans, Louisiana
PCIA GlobalXChange is an annual trade show and conference focused on the newest developments in technology, products and service for the wireless, computing and Internet industries. It is sponsored and produced by a full-service, not-for-profit international trade association representing a broad base of business sectors in wireless voice and data. The uniqueness of the show lies in the fact that it is exclusively focused on the wireless segment of the communications industry, which is largely comprised of US companies interested in establishing or enhancing their presence in the global marketplace. Products include: communications accessories, advanced messaging, antennas, cellular digital packet data, crystals, facsimile products, handsets, modems, personal digital assistants, software, services/business support, application processing software, and much more. Over 50 educational sessions, workshops and forums are featured during the show, geared toward high-level executives and professionals involved in the wireless telecomm industry. Industry experts from around the world deliver speeches and presentations.
Contact: Catherine Snyder, Mgr., Intl Programs, Personal Communications Industry Association, 500 Montgomery St., Suite 700, Alexandria, VA 22314-1561. Tel: 703-535-7435, Fax: 703-836-1608, Email: snyderc@N0SPAM.pcia.com18 .
19. WEFTEC 2002 WATER ENVIRONMENT FEDERATION 75TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXPOSITION - September 28-October 2, 2002, Chicago, Illinois
WEFTEC is the largest water quality exposition in North America. With more than 800 exhibiting companies, the vast array of products and services used in the management of wastewater and its collection systems, as well as the improvement of water quality, are well presented. The show is also one of the major international events in the wastewater industry and some companies time events such as product launches to coincide with the event. In addition to being an exposition and industry event, WEFTEC is a forum for the exchange of cutting edge technical information. There are over 200 categories of products displayed at the show. They fall into the following broad categories: wastewater treatment, instruments, controls & computers, safety equipment, collection systems, laboratory equipment & services, electrical equipment, industrial wastes management, solid waste & residuals disposal, engineering & consulting services, chemical, hazardous/toxic waste management, private contract operations. There are approximately competitively selected technical papers and posters, arranged into 80 technical sessions. As many as five technical sessions and two workshops are presented with simultaneous translations (English/Spanish). A wide range of workshops are also presented. Direct "hands-on" training is featured in some workshops.
Contact: Nannette Tucker, Water Environment Federation, 601 Wythe Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Tel: 703-684-2434, Fax: 703-684-2475, ntucker@N0SPAM.wef.org19 .
20. GREAT AMERICAN TRUCKING SHOW - September 5-7, 2002, Dallas, Texas
In 1999, The Great American Trucking Show took the US by storm as the largest-ever first-year tradeshow. The show offers more than 600 companies displaying innovative products and services. The show offers free business-related seminars, networking opportunities, and enhancement of your industry knowledge. Special airline and hotel discounts are offered along with free concert provided in the evenings after the show. Product include: brakes & accessories, engines and related components, filtration systems, health products, insurance services, leasing, mirror systems and related products, refrigeration and heating, safety equipment, and much, much more. Free seminars are offered daily during the show that covers a wide variety of topics. For example, "How to Survive a Safety Audit", and "Protecting Yourself at an Accident Scene" are a few of the issues that are discussed.
Contact: Warren Sellers, President, Sellers Expositions, 550 S. 4th Ave., Suite 200, Louisville, KY 40202. Tel: 502-562-1962, Fax: 502-562-1970, Email: wss315@N0SPAM.aol.com20 .
21. INTERNATIONAL LAWN, GARDEN, AND OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT EXPOSITION - July 20-22, 2002, Louisville, Kentucky
The show is a unique combination of showroom plus outdoor demonstration space. It is the most important showcase for outdoor power equipment distributed through dealers, retailers, and distributors for consumer, professional and rental use. The show precedes live demonstrations of products on natural turf, and specialty pavilions such as irrigation, tree care, O.E.M. - supplier and off-season products. Products displayed include: Aerators, barbecue grills, bird feeders, food, houses, baths, back hoes, irrigation equipment, insect repellents, landscaping equipment and supplies, tractors, and attachments for lawns, yards, and gardens, trailers, hitches, tree care equipment, patio furniture, log splitters, play equipment, swings, skid steer loaders, wheelbarrows, and much more. Free seminars are offered daily covering a wide variety of topics.
Contact: Warren Sellers, President, Sellers Expositions, 550 S. 4th Avenue, Suite 200, Louisville, KY 40202. Tel: 502-562-1962, Fax: 502-562-1970, Email: wss315@N0SPAM.aol.com20 .
22. KITCHEN/BATH INDUSTRY SHOW (K/BIS) - April 5-7, 2002, Chicago, Illinois
The Kitchen/Bath Industry Show serves the most dynamic and growing niche of residential building and remodeling - kitchens and baths. The 2000 show hosted well over 3,000 booths. It is evident that no other event is as market-focused on this fast growing industry. K/BIS is widely recognized as the event where trend setting products and innovations are introduced. The previous show saw over 350 registered members of both print/online editorial and television/radio broadcast media such as: Affluent Living Publications, Better Homes and Gardens, Country Living Magazine, House Beautiful, Robb Report, The Oprah Winfrey Show, This Old House, and many more. Products displayed will include: appliances, architectural services/interior design, bathroom accessories, financial /mortgage services, floors/floor coverings, hardware (decorative and functional), kitchen accessories, lighting. Plumbing fixtures/components, sinks, tile, ventilators/fans, and more.
Contact: Lori Puhala, Mktg. Mgr., Miller Freeman, Inc., 1199 S. Belt Line Road, Suite 100, Coppell, TX 75019. Tel: 972-906-6500, Fax: 972-906-6561, Email: lpuhala@N0SPAM.mfi.com21 .
22. ONLINE LEARNING 2002 CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION - September 23-25, 2002, Anaheim, California
The OnLine Learning Conference & Expo is the largest event in the world designed for those who create, deliver and manage e-learning in business, industry academia, government and the public sector. OnLine learning refers to learning and other supportive resources that are available through a computer. In an online lesson, the computer displays material in response to a learner's request. The material can be as simple as traditional lessons and tests, or as complex as programs that tracks user's input and suggest learning material as a result. The material can be an on-line work session through computer chat; learning through interaction. The material can be presented as text, graphics, animated graphics, audio, video, or a combination of these. The OnLine Learning Conference & Expo provides participants with everything they need to create deliver and manage online learning. It helps them separate reality from hype and craft a practical strategy for their organization. The Expo includes great opportunities to learn first-hand about the growing number of products and services available for online learning. Products include: applications software, consulting/training/development service, web/computer based training developers, network services, audio/data and videoconferencing equipment and software. The conference program consists of more than 230 sessions.
Contact: Philip Jones, Senior Vice President, Bill Communications, a VNU Company, 50 South 9th, Minneapolis, MN 55402. Tel: 612-340-4738, Fax: 612-340-4759, Email: pjones@N0SPAM.billcom.com22 .
23. MAGIC INTERNATIONAL (WINTER) - February 19-22, 2002, Las Vegas, Nevada
The MAGIC Marketplace is the largest and most comprehensive apparel market in the world. It includes Magic for men's apparel, WWDMAGIC for women's apparel, MAGIC kids for children's apparel and the edge for cutting edge fashion trends. The show attracts over 96,000 attendees from 110 countries, and more than 3,200 exhibitors, 5,500 brand names and 21,000 product lines. MAGIC provides an International Business Center at the Las Vegas Convention Center, complete with registration counters, interpreters and spacious and comfortable meeting areas. Other amenities available to all of our guests include hotel discounts, free fashion shows and seminars, complimentary breakfast and free and continuous limousine and shuttle service between the Las Vegas Convention Center, the Sands Expo and Convention center and designated hotels. Some of the product categories are MEN'S: designer, board sports, streetwear, young men's, and casual lifestyle. WOMEN'S: accessories, actgive/swim/resort, young designer, junior, young/better contemporary, and moderate. CHILDREN'S: layette, infant, toddlers, girls, boys, accessories, and gifts/toys. Educational seminars are offered on business topics ranging from retailing, forecasting and marketing, trends, color and visual merchandising as well as technology. There are presentations at each venue and are free to all attendees.
Contact: Cecil Strickland, MAGIC International, 6200 Canoga Avenue, Suite 303, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. Tel: 828-593-5000, ext. 402, Fax: 818-593-5020, Email: cstrickland@N0SPAM.magiconline.com23
24. MAGIC INTERNATIONAL (SUMMER) - August 26-29, 2002, Las Vegas, Nevada
The MAGIC Marketplace is the largest and most comprehensive apparel market in the world. It includes Magic for men's apparel, WWDMAGIC for women's apparel, MAGIC kids for children's apparel and the edge for cutting edge fashion trends. The show attracts over 96,000 attendees from 110 countries, and more than 3,200 exhibitors, 5,500 brand names and 21,000 product lines. MAGIC provides an International Business Center at the Las Vegas Convention Center, complete with registration counters, interpreters and spacious and comfortable meeting areas. Other amenities available to all of our guests include hotel discounts, free fashion shows and seminars, complimentary breakfast and free and continuous limousine and shuttle service between the Las Vegas Convention Center, the Sands Expo and Convention center and designated hotels. Some of the product categories are MEN'S: designer, board sports, streetwear, young men's, and casual lifestyle. WOMEN'S: accessories, actgive/swim/resort, young designer, junior, young/better contemporary, and moderate. CHILDREN'S: layette, infant, toddlers, girls, boys, accessories, and gifts/toys. Educational seminars are offered on business topics ranging from retailing, forecasting and marketing, trends, color and visual merchandising as well as technology. There are presentations at each venue and are free to all attendees.
Contact: Cecil Strickland, MAGIC International, 6200 Canoga Avenue, Suite 303, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. Tel: 828-593-5000, ext. 402, Fax: 818-593-5020, Email: cstrickland@N0SPAM.magiconline.com23 .
25. ELECTRIC POWER 2002 - March 19-22, 2002, St. Louis, Missouri
The theme for Electric Power is "Generating Clean, Reliable Electric Power in a Competitive Market". The primary audience for the event is the operating generating companies at plant and operations management level. A strategy encouraging key user's groups to co-locate their meetings with the show has been developed. As a result, HRSG User's Group, PRB Coals Users' Group co-locate with the event. Another unique event co-located with ELECTRIC POWER is the e-ProComm Conference for Utility and Energy e-Business. Products include: boilers/industrial systems, computer/software, emissions control, energy information, nuclear power, testing equipment and tools, renewables, and many more. Admission to the exhibition is free of charge with an invitation, $35 without an invitation. Delegations will be extended courtesy registration to the conference sessions and arrangements made for plant tours of interest. The conference session topics are programmed by industry based committees and cover both business and technical issues. Many of the programs are conducted in interactive panel discussion formats, which have been overwhelmingly endorsed by the delegates.
