Chicago extended by retailer request
The International Home & Housewares Show will introduce a longer opening time for their 2012 show.
The 2012 show will open at 12.30pm on Saturday March 10th and run through to close of play on Tuesday March 13th.,giving the show an extra half day as a ‘preview’ to the main show. IHA’s Board of Directors approved this additional time in response to ever-intensifying requests from multiple Show stakeholders. Additionally, being mindful of minimizing incremental costs to exhibitors, the Board approved a freeze of booth space fees to remain at 2011 rates.
“This additional Show time will allow exhibitors to schedule ample time for appointments with key retailer partners in a more relaxed and unhurried atmosphere,” said Phil Brandl, IHA president. “It will offer all buyer attendees additional time to seek out new supplier partners while also giving time for meetings with current suppliers.”
Along with buyer attendees, manufacturers’ representatives and news media attendees will be allowed on the exhibit floor Saturday. Trade Guests, however, will not be allowed on the Show floor Saturday.
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