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Steven Hacker of IAEE holds the ceremonial ribbon for Saif Al Midfa (left) and Fasahat Ali Khan (right) during the opening ceremony of the Arabian Gulf Chapter of IAEE at Expo Centre Sharjah. Gulf Chapter to introduce cutting-edge learning program, boost networking activities SHARJAH — The Arabian Gulf Chapter of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events was officially opened by its president, Steven Hacker, at Expo Centre Sharjah recently.
Also present at the opening ceremony were Saif Mohammed Al Midfa, director-general of Expo Centre Sharjah, Fasahat Ali Khan, advisor to the Chairman and the Board of Expo Centre Sharjah, members of the Arabian Gulf Chapter and other leading representatives from the regional meetings industry. "We are proud to host the Gulf Chapter of IAEE. The decision of an international body like IAEE to establish its chapter in Sharjah is a recognition for both the Emirate and Expo Centre Sharjah. We hope the entire meetings sector in the region will benefit from the chapter and its activities," Ahmed Mohammed Al Midfa, chairman of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said in a message. Created in 1928 as the National Association of Exposition Managers to represent the interests of trade show and exposition managers, IAEE is today's leading association for the global exhibition industry. IAEE represents more than 6,000 individuals who organize and support exhibitions around the world. Speaking after the opening, Hacker said, "IAEE is honored and very pleased that our Gulf States Chapter has decided to establish its headquarters and a learning centre at Expo Centre Sharjah, one of the most beautiful and functional exhibition facilities anywhere in the world. "The convenient location of Sharjah means that those who wish to become actively involved in the IAEE Chapter and who wish to begin their career program can do so conveniently. We are eager to assist our colleagues throughout the Middle East region and these developments are important steps along that path." Saif Al Midfa said: "The chapter is planning to introduce the CEM Learning Program, the cutting-edge educational tool designed for exhibition industry professionals, to the region. The program will offer an opportunity to secure the most relevant and practical education available in exhibitions and events management." The CEM curriculum, a dependable source of specific knowledge for all individuals, emphasizes direct application to daily challenges. The program is composed of seven mandatory courses and two courses chosen from seven available electives. "Chapters are the front-line operation of IAEE. It is at the chapter level that the grassroots membership growth takes place, and many members experience valuable educational and networking opportunities. The chapter will bring the program of IAEE to the region and help give a new impetus to the regional activities," Khan said. "The Arabian Gulf Chapter has 30 members who are directly involved in the planning, management and production of exhibitions and buyer-seller events. By hosting the chapter, Expo Centre Sharjah aims to become a key player in the regional meetings industry," he added. Momentum building for ASAE & The Center’s Global Summit on social responsibility WASHINGTON, D.C. — United by an enthusiasm for planning our future and effecting positive change, hundreds of association industry stakeholders have committed to participating in ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership's first-ever Global Summit on Social Responsibility on April 30-May 2, 2008.
Confirmed connected sites in the U.S. include Chicago, IL; Marlborough, CT; Tallahassee, FL; Atlanta, GA; Duluth, GA; St. Paul, MN; Nashville, TN; Austin, TX; Milwaukee, WI; and Seattle, WA. Conversations are under way regarding other locations in Phoenix, AZ; Sacramento, CA; Cleveland, OH; New Orleans, LA; and New York, NY. Anticipated international connected sites are being discussed, with possible connected sites being located in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra, Australia; Brussels, Belgium; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Shanghai, China; Bogota, Columbia; London, England; Paris, France; Jakarta, Indonesia; Dublin, Ireland; Manila, Philippines; Singapore, Singapore; Barcelona, Spain; and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Commitments for additional national and international connected sites are expected and will be announced as they are confirmed. Working together, participants in the Summit will identify the unique competencies that associations bring to the table and how those competencies can be effectively leveraged to help society. The Summit will also advance the case for social responsibility as a business and strategic imperative, and generate guiding principles for associations looking to integrate SR into their everyday operations. "More than a buzz word, social responsibility is really evolving into smart business," said ASAE President and CEO John H. Graham IV, CAE. "There are obvious benefits to associations consciously practicing social responsibility in a consistent, organized fashion. The Summit will help us identify what's already working and what's feasible in our community, so that we are setting both a short- and a long-term agenda for our profession." "We are viewing this Global Summit as a tremendous opportunity for associations to take a leadership role in planning their future," said Susan Sarfati, CAE, president and CEO of The Center for Association Leadership and executive vice president of ASAE. "We feel very good already about the passion this topic evokes from our members, who have the power, expertise and collective resources to transform the world in a positive way. We really encourage more people to register for the Summit, because when it comes to outcomes from this Summit, the sky is truly the limit." To learn more about ASAE & The Center's Global Summit on Social Responsibility or to register online, visit www.asaecenter.org/globalsummitsr. CONVENTION CENTER EVENTS ST. CHARLES, Miss. — A single-owner collection of R.S. Prussia — the very thin, high quality antique porcelain pieces coveted by collectors worldwide — will be sold Saturday, April 19, at the Saint Charles Convention Center. The collection, which was amassed over a period of many years by Harold and Joeleen Passow, will be sold through Woody Auction.
"This is without a doubt one of the finest collections of R.S. Prussia to be offered in recent memory," said Jason Woody of Woody Auction. "The Passows have been longtime members of the International Association of R.S. Prussia Collectors, and their final decision to sell this collection came during a frantic night of packing during an Iowa rainstorm. We are proud to offer it, without reserve." R.S. Prussia is widely recognized as one of the top antique Victorian porcelains. Production began in Germany in 1861, by Erdmann Schlegelmilch. Around 1869 he was joined by his brother, Reinhold, and they set up a factory in Tillowitz. An active export business followed, and R.S. Prussia soon captured the hearts of Americans between 1880-1910. It was fine porcelain at a reasonable price. The distinctive R.S. Prussia red mark was developed to honor the brothers' father, Rudolph. Today, "red mark" examples, surrounded by a green wreath and made at the turn of the last century, are the most popular with collectors. The most valuable pieces feature décor other than florals, such as portraits, animals, classical themes and landscapes. Unusual objects and mold shapes are also prized. The Passow Collection promises to pique the interest of even the most discriminating R.S. Prussia collector. Examples include a rare 15" Lily Mold tankard with Lebrum portrait, Tiffany scattered floral highlights and gold handle; a rare and flawless Carnation Mold tankard with "Summer Season" portrait and gold trim highlights; and one of the rarest Berry Sets, all marked and beautiful. Other fantastic pieces to be offered at the sale include an ultra-rare Point & Clover Mold "child-size" creamer and sugar set, gold with green highlights and opal jewels; two 10-1/2" Mold 9 bowls ("Fall Season" and "Summer Season" portraits); a rare Mold 261 bowl, green tones with "Tiger" scenic décor; and a 9-1/2" Mold 655 chocolate pot with matching cup and saucer with "Bird of Paradise" décor. Many of these items return to St. Louis where the Passows first found them at a 1977 Woody Auction. The auction will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m. and continue until every lot is sold, without reserve. "It's important for everyone planning on attending this extraordinary sale that it's an absolute auction - everything will be sold, regardless of price," said Woody. "What took the Passows a lifetime to accumulate will be sold in a day. I encourage fans of R.S. Prussia to mark their calendars." A preview will be held on Friday, April 18, from 2 p.m.-6 p.m. On auction day, payment terms will be cash, check (with proper ID) and major credit cards. A 5 percent clerk's fee will be added to all sales (waived for bidders paying by cash or check). Absentee bids will be accepted, by April 17, with a written statement indicating the amount of bid. Absentee bids will be charged a 10 percent buyer's premium.
Do you have a video you want to share with the industry? Send 3-5 minute Quick time SHOW NEWS Don't miss the next big thing Shop the show floor at Open-To-Buy Days give retailers competitive edge and first access to hottest, new products while providing a customized experience LAS VEGAS — Top retailers and wholesalers that want to see as many manufacturers at one time — in one place — don't need to look any further than "Open-to-Buy Days" at the 63rd annual National Hardware Show in Las Vegas. The home enhancement event of the year is the only place to find everything home channel retailers can sell to their customers.
"The National Hardware Show continues to provide business opportunities for thousands of exhibitors and vendors," said Dean Russo, senior vice president for the National Hardware Show. "The must-attend industry event means effective product sourcing and networking for retailers who already suffer from 'time-poverty'. In recognizing this, we have created relevant, customized and unique programming and show content for customers - manufacturers and home channel retailers - to enhance their experience at the show." With the addition of mass retailers, Sears/Kmart in 2007, the National Hardware Show gained more attention for this buying dynamic. Regulars like True Value and Do It Best, paved the way to utilize the National Hardware Show as a one-stop shopping experience. This year, NHS has added Handy Hardware, TSC Canada, Westlake Hardware (Ace) and Northern Tool & Equipment. Exhibitors receive an opportunity to set up individual appointments with retailers to show off their new and innovative tools, paint, hardware, lawn and garden products and pursue the prospect of bringing them to market. Business executives, from large companies to small independent firms, can discuss their products and potential partnerships with retailers of all sizes. This year's Show, featuring Lawn & Garden World, Homewares and New Product World, is being held May 6-8, 2008 and will occupy the entire Las Vegas Convention Center. The combined events will offer a comprehensive preview of the entire home enhancement marketplace with over 3,500 exhibitors. This year, the Show has added exciting, new programs while expanding on existing ones to reflect current consumer trends and provide endless opportunities. The 2008 National Hardware Show will feature over 150 product categories and thousands of new products in over 2 million gross square feet of floor space. For more information and updates on the 2008 National Hardware Show and additional details on how to set up appointments with retailers during Open-To-Buy Days, More than 100 new exhibitors join Los Angeles Spa & Resort and Medical Aesthetics Conference and Expo LOS ANGELES — The upcoming Spa & Resort Expo and Conference and Medical Aesthetics Conference and Expo, at the Los Angeles Convention Center, February 23-25, 2008, promises attendees a lot to look at with more than 100 new exhibitors joining some of the best-known names in the spa, resort and medical aesthetics industries.
Exhibitors will display new products and innovations in the following categories: anti-aging with surgical and non-surgical solutions; aromatherapy for treatment enhancement as well as detoxification; cellulite reduction with lights, lasers and new caffeine infused products; cosmeceuticals to enhance treatments and improve overall wellness; 21st century solutions for patient management and marketing using the internet and text messaging; massage advancements, including heat therapy devices; medical technology using lasers, ultrasonic and plasma energy; mind-body care; natural foods; high tech skin care; one-stop spa consultants; and spa wear. In addition to the exciting products that can be found at exhibitor booths, the New Product Showcase will feature more than 100 new products. Sponsored by Spa Finder magazine, the best and most impressive new products from both the Spa & Resort Expo and Conference and from the Medical Aesthetics Conference and Expo will be selected on-site and announced as winners of the New Product Showcase.
Wait list available for first and only major industry show in New York City TREVOSE, Pa. — The ASI Show announced that ASI New York (May 6-8, 2008) is sold out and a wait list is now available in response to the overwhelming enthusiasm for the show. As the first and only major industry tradeshow in New York (one of the world's leading business and tourism destination), ASI New York is expected to attract a wide audience from across North America and the world. "Since announcing ASI New York, we have received very positive responses from both distributors and suppliers excited about the newest event in the Northeast," said Mary Upton, The ASI Show Vice President of Tradeshow Operations. Karen DiTomasso, Director of Sales, added, "Even while in Dallas last week at The ASI Dallas Show, numerous exhibitors inquired about the availability of booth space for ASI New York. With more distributors located in the New York City metro area than any other region of the country, ASI New York will provide a dynamic environment for suppliers and distributors to conduct business. We have many of the industry's top suppliers, like Norwood, Bodek and Rhodes, Logomark, SanMar and BIC Graphic - just to name a few - already reserved. I am very confident we will deliver a show that will be highly productive for both our attendees and exhibitors." Taking place May 6-8 (Tuesday through Thursday) at the Javits Convention Center, the 2008 ASI Show New York will offer an action-packed, three-day schedule, featuring top innovative suppliers, dozens of free cutting-edge education sessions, free Keynote presentations and daily interactive networking events at some of New York City's leading hot spots. ASI New York will also feature special events such as tickets to the Broadway musical Hairspray and the prestigious Counselor Awards. In addition, ASI distributor members will be able to enjoy a number of benefits, including a free hotel room on the first night of exhibits or a $50 travel reimbursement. For additional information about The ASI Show New York, visit www.asishow.com or call 800-546-3300. Suppliers interested in exhibiting at ASI New York should send in a Space Reservation Agreement to be placed on an exhibitor waiting list. Online registration is now open for distributors and decorators.
INTERNATIONAL SHOW NEWS
SINGAPORE — ASEANPLAS 2008 incorporating ASEANRUBBER 2008, Southeast Asias leading international trade fair for plastics and rubber, will feature some 200 exhibitors from 20 countries, including country and association group exhibits from Austria, Germany, Italy and Singapore. The event will be held from May 26 29, 2008 in Singapore. ASEANPLAS 2008 TO SHOWCASE LATEST TECHNOLOGIES
Among the exhibits at ASEANPLAS 2008 will be a range of plastic additives from Japans ADEKA, including a HALS light stablizier (HALS) specially designed for automobile applications (ADK STAB LA-402XP) and nucleating/clarifying agents for PP (ADK STAB NA-series). In the surface treatment segment, Europlasma will showcase its low-pressure plasma processing technology for activation and polymerization of plastic surfaces. The activation process is in most cases a pre-treatment to improve the adhesion of paints and adhesives. In the polymerization process, a permanent layer is deposited onto the substrate to obtain certain surface characteristics such as permanent water repellent properties, permanent hydrophilic properties and biocompatible properties. Orca Creation with its team of experienced designers, engineers and program managers delivers total solutions from product design and development to the final manufacturing stage. Services include product consultation, industrial design, product enclosure and mechanism design as well as tooling and molding support. In the tool component field, Progressive Components has expanded its already extensive line of mold alignment products by adding a new range of metric Top Locks. The new metric Top Locks provide positive guidance between mold cavities and cores and unequal thermal expansion of the mould halves will not cause these locks to bind up. Solutions for cleaning of plastic granules will be presented at the Pelletron stand, where the companys DeDuster technology will be on display. DeDuster removes dust, streamers, metal dust and other contaminants from granular products. New features include a 50 percent height reduction and a 100 percent increase of the cleaning area. Capacities of 500kg/h to 90t/h are available. Visitor registration on-line is now open at www.aseanplas-singapore.com.
VENUE NEWS
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Oncenter Complex, a multi-venue exhibition, convention and entertainment facility in Syracuse, N.Y., received a 2007 Prime Site Award of Excellence from the Facilities Media Group for venue excellence. Award winners were selected by a panel of industry experts based on the physical and structural dynamics of a building, the venue staff, and the level of technology of its sound, lighting, and staging.
The Facilities Prime Site Awards are given to the top entertainment, sports and special event venues, including arenas, civic centers, coliseums, auditoriums, stadiums, theaters, performing arts centers, amphitheaters, university venues, fairgrounds and special event venues. The only other facilities in New York State to receive this award were Madison Square Garden, New York City Center, and Times Union Center, which is located in Albany, N.Y. In 2007, the Oncenter Complex completed a redesign of its grand ballroom, officially renamed the convention center to the Nicholas J. Pirro Convention Center at Oncenter in honor of the retiring Onondaga County Executive, and continued to become a leader in the meeting and convention industry in terms of implementing green practices, using eco-friendly products and planning environmental conferences. In addition, the Complex installed the Electrolux air-o-system(r), a kitchen system developed by Electrolux Professional North America that is also used at The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. In 2009, The Westin Syracuse Hotel is scheduled to open adjacent to the Convention Center. TRADE SHOW TOOLS TWINSBURG, Ohio — Experient, the source for integrated meeting and event solutions, introduces the tool trade show exhibitors have been waiting for — the ExpoPURL. The ExpoPURL (Expo-pearl) is a trade show marketing program that will drive attendees to exhibitor booths through a series of personalized communications and a Personal URL, and allow exhibitors to close the sale right on the floor.
"Now, we do much more than just provide lists of tradeshow attendees to our clients," said Chris Barrett, Experient vice president of exhibitor sales. "We actually execute a pre-show marketing campaign that drives qualified traffic to an exhibit or event. This helps our clients leverage the power of personalized, integrated communication campaigns and realize big time ROI." ExpoPURL provides all the attendee information exhibitors need to make the perfect pitch and close the deal on the show floor. Response rates are higher with the ExpoPURL than with any other form of pre-show direct marketing. ExpoPURL creates a Personal URL — an interactive Web page — for each attendee that is targeted. The attendee receives an attention-grabbing direct mail piece with information about the exhibiting company and upcoming events and offers. For more details and a customized offer the recipient is directed to his or her personalized Web page (e.g., http://jamessmith.myboothtraffic.com). The ExpoPURL page can include a marketing message, an informative questionnaire with a prize offer and even allow the user to schedule an appointment at an upcoming event. "(After using ExpoPURL) we had more leads on the first day of the show than any previous three-day show we've ever attended," said Wiliam Faulkner, president of LogoPak. "The marketing program (ExpoPURL) made the tradeshow remarkably successful." The ExpoPURL will drive traffic for exhibitors, deliver product and company messages and increase sales. Exhibitors can track the progress of the campaign in real-time and watch as attendees discover the treasures they have to offer. For more information on the Experient ExpoPURL visit www.experient-inc.com/expopurl.
ATLANTA — "Energize Your World, Become Global" is the theme for the 2008 Meetings Exploration Conference (MEC) sponsored by Meeting Professionals International, Georgia chapter. The event will be held April 15-16 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, Georgia.
Meeting Professionals International, Georgia chapter president, Cynthia Alford says, "We are excited to have such acclaimed presenters as Angie and Courtney share their leadership sense with us. They have been highlighted by FOX News, CNBC and CNN and have been noted in reputable publications like, The New York Times and Business Week to the Chicago Tribune. We couldn't ask for a better team to lead us toward global excellence." The closing session, in partnership with Georgia Society of Association Executives (GSAE), will feature keynote speaker Linda Armstrong-Kelly, mother of seven-time Tour de France Champion Lance Armstrong, who credits her as the unsung hero who assisted him in reaching his spectacular cycling victories - and in his triumph over cancer. As a young, single mom, Linda vowed to raise Lance with all the advantages she did not have growing up in the Dallas projects. Today, this self-made Cinderella shares a captivating life story that sweeps audiences from those Dallas projects to the streets of Paris where she watched her son astonish the world with seven consecutive Tour de France victories. "We have taken careful consideration in selecting this year's speakers and have come up with a powerful mix of professionalism, ingenuity, warmth and knowledge in order to inform and inspire meeting planners, both novice and veteran in becoming leaders on a global scale with energy and enthusiasm,” Alford said. Workshop topics during the two-day event include marketing, maximizing Microsoft Outlook, Meetings Management 101 and 102, Strategic Meetings Management and Trends in Today's Incentive Market. In addition, a comprehensive trade show of meeting suppliers is accessible to all registrants. The MEC is open to meetings professionals, industry suppliers and anyone interested in the meetings industry; registrants may sign up at www.gampi.org under the Events tab.
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Though set up in 1997, the chapter and its dedicated meeting room at Expo Centre Sharjah were formally inaugurated by Hacker during his first ever visit to the Middle East.
Less than three months out, nearly 250 association professionals and industry partners are already registered to attend the Global Summit host site at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center just outside Washington, DC, and hundreds more will be connected at sites across the country and worldwide.
Open-to-Buy Days give retailers a competitive edge, allowing them to meet with hundreds of companies at once, while vendors can save travel time and expenses by showcasing their products to several retailers in one location.
Exciting product launches and treatment introductions from first-time exhibitors and annual mainstays make the shows the ultimate resource for the latest in innovation and industry advancement. The L.A. Spa & Resort Expo and Conference and Medical Aesthetics Conference and Expo offer a comprehensive array of new and cutting-edge technologies to address the growing needs of the spa, resort and medical aesthetics communities.
ASEANPLAS 2008 will present a valuable opportunity for the regions plastics and rubber processors and fabricators to network with leading global suppliers of machinery, materials and solutions. The trade fair will present a wealth of state-of-the-art machinery in operation and visitors will profit from hands-on demonstrations of technical capabilities.
"The Oncenter Complex is honored to receive the Prime Site Award," said David M. Marnell, Sr., president and CEO at the Oncenter Complex. "We are proud to offer a high level of service, exceptional staff, quality food and beverage options, and flexible meeting spaces. We are continuously upgrading our facilities and enhancing our services in order to ensure that the Oncenter remains a premiere convention destination."
Proven increased response rates are what sets the ExpoPURL apart and makes it a real treasure. The personalized approach to the targeted attendees that exhibitors covet the most is what makes ExpoPURL unique and successful.
The MEC's opening session will feature former U.S. Marine captains, Angie Morgan and Courtney Lynch, also founders of Lead Star, an organization committed to providing, practical, relevant and inspiring ways to develop leaders. Their management techniques stem from their experiences as Marine Corp officers, private sector professionals and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2004, Lead Star followed the release of their dynamic book, Leading from the Front (McGraw-Hill). Angie Morgan and Courtney Lynch extend their superior leadership methods to include keynote presentations which have been labeled dynamic, engaging and meaningful.
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