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JAN 15-18, National Retail Federation’s Annual
Convention & Expo New York, NY - Jacob K. Javits Convention Center This is the only show where you can reach thousands of decision- making retail executives from around the world. It is the undisputed “must attend” event for retailers and the place you need to be to meet face-to-face with retailers planning for growth. For more information: Nation Retail Federation, Susan Newman, 325 7th St NW 1100, Washington DC 20004. Telephone: 202-626-8154; Fax: 877-534-8679; Email:
newmans@nrf.com; Website:
www.nrf.com/events.
FEB 19-23, The NATSO Show Las Vegas, NV - Caesars Palace The NATSO Show is the only national exposition dedicated solely to the travel plaza and truckstop industry. At the show, truckstop and travel plaza owners and operators will learn about new products and services offered by The NATSO Show’s exhibi- tors. Dynamic NATSO U Business Forums and expert speakers will provide operators and vendors alike with hands-on solutions and strategies to keep a business profi table. The show will also provide networking opportunities with operators from across the country so they can exchange insights and ideas so they stay competitive. For more information: NATSO, Sharon Lloyd, 1737 King St., Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22314. Telephone: 703- 549-2100; Fax: 703-684-4525; Email:
headquarters@natso.com; Website:
www.natso.com.
FEB 29 - MAR 2, GlobalShop Las Vegas, NV - Sands Expo The world’s largest store design and in-store marketing show. A Trade Show Week Top 50 event, GlobalShop is the one place where retailers and brand marketers seek out resources and concepts to defi ne store and brand identity as well as increase sales. This is 5 shows in one: The Store Fixturing Show, Retail Operations & Construction Expo, The Visual Merchandising Show, i3: In-store Interactive Ideas Show and POP Marketplace. Also there will be full conference and seminar programs featur- ing the biggest names in retailing providing their expertise in some 45 sessions. For more information: Nielsen Business Media, Tim Fearney, Show Director, 1145 Sanctuary Parkway, Suite 355, Alpharetta, GA 30004. Telephone: 770-569-1540, 800- 933-8735; Fax: 770-777-8761; Email:
tim.fearney@nielsen.com; Website:
www.globalshop.org.
APR 3-5, SPREE East Specialty Retail Entrepreneur
Expo & Conference Las Vegas, NV - Paris Hotel The show for the $12 billion cart & kiosk industry, the fastest growing segment of retail today. SPREE offers one-stop shop- ping for specialty retailers looking for products, locations and services. As an exhibitor you will have the unique opportunity to meet face-to-face with both established retailers and entrepreneurs who are interested in starting a retail venture. For more informa- tion: Specialty Retail Report, Sally Miller, 195 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA 02339. Telephone: 800-936-6297, 781-312-1055; Fax: 888-213-1857, 781-829-1042; Email:
info@spreeshow.com; Website:
www.spreeshow.com.
MAY 10-12, The NBA Show Dallas, TX - Dallas Convention Center The event for buyers involved in awards and recognition products, sublimation, engraved and sandblasted graphics, customized gifts and graphics, and promotional products. For more information: NBM Shows (National Business Media, Inc.), Laurie Thiel, 2800 West Midway Blvd., Broomfi eld, CO 80020. Telephone: 800-669-0424, 303-469-0424; Fax: 303-465-3424; Email:
laurie@nbm.com; Website:
www.nbmshows.com,
www.exhibit.nbmshows.com.
JUN 12-14, Licensing International Expo Las Vegas, NV - Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Exhibit Description: Exhibits of properties representing characters, nostalgia, interactive and animation, team logos, entertainment & personalities, brand extension, lifestyle properties, original artwork/designs, trademarks, apparel based licensing, as well as support services offered by licensing agents and consultants. Attendee Description: Manufacturers, retailers, marketing, promotion & advertising executives of apparel and acces- sories, electronics, food & beverage, gift & novelties, health & beauty aids, home furnishings, housewares, publishing & stationery and sporting goods. For more information: Adv- anstar Communications,
Inc., Melanie Berkowitz, P.O. Box
6469, Duluth, MN 55806-6469. Telephone: 888-644-2022, 212-951-6612; Fax: 212-951-6749; Email:
info@advanstar.com; Website:
www.licensingexpo.com.
OCT 8-10, The NACS Show Las Vegas, NV - Las Vegas Convention Center The convenience store industry’s biggest event, the NACS show features workshops, world-class speakers in general sessions and a 320,000 net square foot exposition that features special pavilions highlighting technology, food service & QSR, petroleum and candy, as well as a “Cool New Products” showcase. The National Association of Convenience Stores represents the $269 billion convenience store industry. The international trade association has over 2,300 retail and 1,700 supplier members. For more infor- mation:National Association of Convenience Stores, Bob Hughes, 1600 Duke St., Alexandria, VA 22314. Telephone: 703-684-3600, 877-684-3600; Fax: 703-836-4564; Email:
show@nacsonline.com; Website:
www.nacsonline.com.
Amusement, Fairs & Souvenirs
MAR 8-11, TransWorld’s Annual Halloween,
Costume & Party & Attractions Show St. Louis, MO - America’s Center The Halloween, Costume & Party Show is the black cat’s meow when it comes to introducing new products. With more than 10,000 highly motivated buyers within your reach, it is without a doubt your best opportunity to network and develop long-term business relationships for your marketing dollars. Plus, we offer promotional opportunities to really mesmerize the buyers throughout the show. You can showcase your latest products and conduct or participate in Seminars & Demonstrations. Ask your TWE associate for your Promotional Opportunity Kit. For more information: TransWorld Exhibits,
Inc., Don Olstinske, Show Manager, 1850 Oak St.,
Northfi eld, IL 60093. Telephone: 847-446-8434, 800-323-5462, Direct: 847-784-2407; Fax: 847-446-3523; Email: don@tweshows. com; Website:
www.tweshows.com,
www.hcpshow.com.
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