Trade Show Scheduling

Reading, PA is the place to be for all comic fans from around the globe. The CGS SuperShow is a creator focused comic convention created by the Comic Geek Speak Podcast to provide an intimate setting for self-proclaimed geeks to meet each other and the creators of the medium they love.

This year’s show will offer educational panels on everything from making web comics to costuming to the production, distribution and marketing of independent comic books. The panels will allow fans an opportunity to get up close and personal with comic creators. The show will start off with a “Comics in the Classroom” panel where you can come for an interactive opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and gain practical skills and materials for immediate use.

A featured panel will provide a Q&A session with comics’ legends Walt and Louise Simonson who helped define comics in the 1980s and 90s with titles such as Fantastic Four, Thor, Superman: Man of Steel, and Uncanny X-Men. Also featured will be Jimal Igle, currently penciler of Supergirl for DC Comics; Freddie Williams II, currently drawing JSA All-Stars for DC Comics; David Petersen, creator of Mouse Guard; Katie Cook, comic book artist and illustrator best known for her work in the Star Wars universe; Bryan J.L. Glass, the Harvey Award winning co-creator/writer of The Mice Templar; Dave Wachter, artist, co-creator and co-writer of the new epic adventure webcomic, The Guns of Shadow Valley; and many more.

The CGS SuperShow will be held March 27,28, 2010 at the Greater Reading Expo Center, 2525 N. 12^th St., Reading, PA 19605. For more information you can visit their web site at http://www.comicgeekspeak.com/supershow. Mail: 528 N. Wyomissing Blvd., Wyomissing, PA 19610. Voice Mail: (215) 279-8839. Twitter: comicgeekspeak. Email: comicgeekspeak@gmail.com.

The 6^th edition of World Floral Expo will be held in Miami, Florida March 9-11, 2010 for the U.S. floral wholesaler and high volume retailer to showcase the latest developments and novelties in the world floral industry. This expo is open to qualified buyers only – wholesale distributors and mass market buyers such as supermarkets and retail chain stores.

World Floral Expo will feature flower breeders displaying their newest developed varieties, growers displaying their best flower production and floral suppliers displaying their newest products. A team of seven top flower designers from Holland will give flower demonstrations to the buyers in the show.

Five keynote speakers from American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Armellini Express Lines, Liege Airport from Belgium and the Logistic Flower Center from Ecuador will hold an interactive forum in the East Hall of the Doubletree Miami Mart Airport Hotel/Convention Center. The forum will discuss the role of cargo in the flower industry.

A party will be held after the close of the first day of the trade show. It will be held in the swimming pool area of the Exhibition hotel where exhibitors and visitors can socialize. Prize award winners will be announced for Best Booth Design, Best Grower, Best Breeder, Best Country Display, Best Perishable Novelty and Best Non Perishable Novelty.

The World Floral Expo will take place March 9-11, 2010 at the Doubletree Miami Mart Hotel, 711 N.W. 72^nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33126. For registration and more information you can visit their web site at http://www.hppexhibitions.com/floriculture/2010/wfe.

Wineries Unlimited is the nation’s second largest vineyard and winery conference and trade show. This year it will be presenting two of the most creative wine marketing consultants in the country during two days of programming: Elizabeth Slater of InShort Marketing and Paul Wagner of Balzac Communications. They will conduct five hours of sessions that address the background issues of marketing theory and provide insight into the U.S. wine market.

Wineries Unlimited offers four days of seminars conducted by renowned specialists from the North American wine industry. About 700 exhibitors and 300 exhibitor booths will be featured. A Silent Auction both days of the trade show as well as a Live Auction at the Best of the East Grand Tasting and Gala will benefit scholarship programs of the American Society of Enology and Viticulture’s eastern section.

Attendees will learn how to use a variety of specific tactics and tools as they follow the theme of “Building Community Around Your Brand.” Vintners can determine the most effective means for their specific situations. According to Slater, “It’s important that the wineries are as grounded in marketing and promotion as they are in winemaking and grape growing. Our goal is that every attendee leaves with marketing knowledge they can use today and five years from now.”

Some of the reasons for Eastern wineries to attend include:

• U.S. producers must aggressively market to stay competitive against international producers as U.S. wine consumption rises and the recession continues.
• Distribution is consolidating and the channel is considered increasingly unproductive for small/regional wineries, putting the emphasis on other channels such as tasting rooms, web sales, and wine clubs.
• Wineries need to become comfortable with the means of reaching out to various generational segments as each generation responds to different marketing media and techniques.

Wineries Unlimited will take place March 9-12, 2010 at the Valley Forge Convention Center, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. For registration and more information you can visit their web site at http://www.wineriesunlimited.com. Attendees can take a virtual tour while those 21 and older can register for a variety of packages including “Trade Show only” passes. Phone registration is available at (866) 483-0172. For general information call: (800) 535-5670.

Digital Plant 2010 is the premier plant lifecycle conference for the chemicals, power, oil and gas, offshore, and pharmaceuticals industries. It features a content-rich program, addressing the critical factors for plant operations, maintenance, design, and construction.

Digital Plant 2010 features unsurpassed networking opportunities with process industry professionals from around the world as well as process industry end user lead conference sessions featuring over 25 speakers discussing real world case studies, lessons learned and emerging technologies. Individual moderated “Technology Tours” will provide a unique perspective on what major suppliers are delivering today and tomorrow. The Digital Offshore conference presentations will specifically address topics and case studies dealing with offshore facilities and assets.

Presentations will be prepared and delivered by world-leading practitioners from owner, engineering-procurement-construction, and equipment supplier companies dealing with process industry thought leadership, pulse of technology and best practices. This conference will provide a unique source for understanding the evolving strategies and technologies for the plant industries including process, power, oil & gas, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and shipbuilding. Sessions will identify and explore the dynamics of the industry and answer the questions you need answered.

Digital Plant 2010 will be held March 1-3, 2010 at the Hilton Americas Houston, 1600 Lamar Street, Houston, TX 77010. For registration and more information you can visit their web site at http://www.digitalplantexpo.com.

The International Pizza Expo® is the place to be for all pizzeria operators and pizza equipment or services businesses looking to improve their business. You will find great opportunities for networking, learning, great deals, and fun at the world’s largest and oldest pizza trade show.

The International Pizza Expo® will feature nearly 1,000 trade show displays and 70 educational sessions. Also included will be numerous culinary competitions, contests, demonstrations and other special events, not to mention unending pizza samples to try out. Beer & Bull® will provide the time and place for conversation and debate with fellow pizza operators from around the world.

The third annual International Pizza Challenge® will offer competitions in both Traditional and Non-Traditional Divisions. An independent panel of judges will choose the winners for best pizza. Top prize will be $10,000.

Educational sessions will include the following:

• “Accelerate Your Business” Management Boot Camp by Donald Cooper
• So You Want to Open a Pizzeria by Big Dave Ostrander
• The Business End of the Pizzeria – Pizza 101 by Big Dave Ostrander
• Pizza Crust Boot Camp™: Part I – Technical by Bill Weekley and Jon Lipani
• Build an Extraordinary Lunch Business in Just 6 Weeks by Kamron Karington
• Turning Customer Satisfaction into Customer Excitement by Joe Bonura

The International Pizza Expo® will be held March 2-4, 2010 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89109. For more information you can visit their web site at http://www.pizzaexpo.com/international/2010. Mailing Address: 908 S. 8^th Street, Suite 200, Louisville, KY 40203. Telephone: (502) 736-9500. Fax: (502) 736-9502.

The Boston Gift Show offers a wide selection of products and services catering to the specialized needs of the region’s retailers, sales representatives, and manufacturers. This year’s show is categorized into Gifts, Etc., Souvenir Source, Handmade, and Made in New England sections. Now managed by Urban Expositions, the Boston Gift Show promises a fresh, new energy, an expanded product selection, and a number of business-building initiatives for New England retailers.

Free educational seminars will offer a wealth of ideas and tips including the following:

· 10 Steps to Create a Web Site for Your Store by Shirley Frazier, president of Sweet Survival

· Increasing revenue with a New Location …An Online Location by Derek Griffin, owner, Speartek

· Innovative Retail Strategies for Increasing Your Store’s Profitability in 2009 by Patricia Norins, Specialty Retail Expert and Publisher

The 4^th annual Pride of New England Awards will recognize New England retailers for outstanding customer service, creative merchandising, community involvement, and a strong demonstration of New England pride. Winners will be announced at a special awards reception.

The first 150 buyers to arrive at the show on Saturday, March 28th and Sunday, March 29th, will receive a special tote bag and a list of participating exhibitors and trade show displays to visit to receive a free gift.

On hand during the show will be New England artist and author Margot Datz who will be signing copies of her book, A Survival Guide for Landlocked Mermaids. This book speaks to contemporary women of all ages as Datz playfully addresses many of the more serious issues of courtship, self-esteem, and feminism.

The Boston Gift Show will be held March 28-31, 2009 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 415 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02210. For more information you can call (678) 285-EXPO or visit their web site at http://www.bostongiftshow.com/Content/23.htm.

Seafood Processing America is the largest resource in North America to find the equipment, services, and technology you need for getting seafood from the dock to the market. You will be able to source, compare, and purchase equipment, services, and technology. Meet with product experts to discuss your specific needs. Find processing machinery, refrigeration systems, and freezing equipment. Find transportation, warehousing, and packaging services and equipment. And discover hard-to-find resources for quality control, logistics, computer/information technology, as well as financial needs.

Seafood Processing America is co-located with The International Boston Seafood Show, North America’s largest seafood exhibition bringing together nearly 18,000 seafood buyers and sellers from around the world. You will find the largest assortment of seafood, equipment and products. The latest in packaged seafood products, condiments, and culinary dishes will be showcased. A panel of seafood buyers and experts from the retail and food service industries will conduct a live tasting of the latest seafood products on the market. “Best New Retail Product” and best New Food service Product” will be named at the Awards Ceremony and Reception.

Chef Masaharu Morimoto, star of Iron Chef and Iron Chef America, will be on hand for a discussion and to answer questions. You can submit your own question for Chef Morimoto at the conference web site.

The Seafood Marketplace Seminar will focus on industry best practices. Industry experts will discuss such topics as:

· Under the Glass and on the Ice

· Making Money with Seafood

· Frozen Seafood Sales

· Low Shrink, Low Labor Income Opportunities

· The ABC’s of Ordering

The 3^rd Annual Oyster Shucking Contest will be held at the Culinary Demonstration Theater. William “Chopper” Young, the current Guinness World Oyster Shucking Champion, will defend his title as fastest shucker in the East.

Seafood Processing America will take place March 15-17, 2009, at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 415 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02210. For registration and more information you can visit their web site at http://www.seafoodprocessingamerica.com/09/public/enter.aspx.

The Imprinted Sportswear Show is the leading event for the decorated apparel and imprinted products industry. Featured will be the newest products, apparel and equipment. It is the place to be to see the latest equipment, supplies, industry trends, and techniques available. This is the largest Imprinted Sportswear Show on the East coast with over 300 exhibitors and trade show displays. This show will cover embroidery, screen printing, sublimation and direct-to-garment printing. Educational sessions and hands-on workshops will also be available.

This trade show brings together buyers, suppliers, manufacturers, and industry leaders to explore screen printing, embroidery, sublimation, graphic design, and digital printing. Workshops and sessions will showcase new technology and techniques. This is an opportunity to gain expert knowledge to turn your investments into profits. It is also a great networking opportunity to make new business contacts, learn best practices, and discover new artistic trends.

Thirty eight conference sessions will be available to show you how to achieve quality results and do so profitably. Seminars on the latest products and processes will keep you on the cutting edge of industry developments. Industry experts will provide you with the information and insight you need to succeed. Classes will provide the know-how to improve your efficiency and profitability with proven business strategies. Core topics will reveal new developments and ensure you have up-to-date information and skills.

The Imprinted Sportswear Show will be held March 13-15, 2009, at the Atlantic City Convention Center, One Ocean Way, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. For more information you can call (800) 933-8735. Fax: (770) 777-8700. E-mail: customer.serviceatlanta@nielsen.com. You can also visit their web site at http://www.issshows.com.

Charlotte Convention Center will be the site of the Automation Technology Expo in March 2009. Innovative products and technologies will be presented which will help you to maximize the manufacturing process including adhesives/dispensing equipment, antistatic products and flooring, assembly systems and equipment, custom automation, machine vision systems, motion control, sensors, wire processing and cable assemblies, and much more. You will be able to find new equipment, technology, and materials to lower costs, reduce waste, and increase efficiency. You can compare suppliers for better options and improved services. You will be able to identify new, more cost-effective process methods to help your bottom line.

Educational sessions will be available at the Lean Factory to demonstrate the importance of a data-driven approach to line design. You can witness the step-by-step creation of the perfect Lean production environment culminating in an actual build demonstration on an optimum Lean line.

The conference program will guide you through the lean transformation process with industry experts and manufacturers revealing the obstacles, failures, and successes they overcame in making the transition to lean. You can discover the manufacturing and productivity solutions you need to streamline your process, reduce costs, and succeed in today’s highly competitive marketplace.

The AM EXPO/ATX SOUTH 2009 will be held March 11 – 12, 2009, at the Charlotte Convention Center, 501 South College Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. For registration and more information you can visit their web site at http://www.devicelink.com/expo/atxsamx09.