Orlando will be the site of the world’s largest showcase of firearms, hunting and outdoor products as the Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show and Conference (SHOT Show) comes to town. This the largest and most comprehensive trade show for all professionals involved with the shooting sports and hunting industries. Trade show displays will feature firearms, ammunition, archery, cutlery, outdoor apparel, optics, camping, and related products and services. Buyers from all 50 states and 75 countries are expected to attend.
Retailer & Law Enforcement Seminars will provide opportunities to learn more about how to grow business and stay current with industry trends and issues as well as provide law enforcement with expert information on the latest technologies in the field. NICS section representatives will be on hand to discuss new NICS enhancements that will improve background check processing. Some of the seminar topics at this year’s show are:
· Detecting and Avoiding Straw Purchases/NICS Enhancements
· Safeguarding Your Business from Natural Disasters and Thefts
· Ten Most Highly Cited Types of Violations
· Closing the Sale at Retail
· Tactical Accessories for Law Enforcement and Civilian Sales
· Law Enforcement and Tactical Optics
The NSSF State of the Industry Dinner will feature Bill Engvall, star and producer of “The Bill Engvall Show” airing on TBS. Bill is a master of finding humor in everyday situations. He has been nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album, is a multi-platinum recording artist and has written several books including his autobiography, “Bill Engvall – Just A Guy.” The evening will also feature a cocktail reception, sponsored by Ducks Unlimited, the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s “State of the Industry” multi-media presentation and industry awards.
SHOT Show 2009 will be held January 15-18, 2009, at the Orange County Convention Center, 9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819. For more information contact Reed Exhibitions, 383 Main Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851. Telephone: (888) 334-8720. Fax: (203) 840-9600. E-mail: inquiry@shot.reedexpo.com. Website: http://www.shotshow.org/App/homepage.cfm?moduleid=1968&appname=100300.