The Source at Rio - Spring 2011
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Sunday, March 20
12 noon - 5:00 pm Trade Show/Seminar Registration
12 noon - 6:00 pm Seminar Program
Monday, March 21
7:30 am - 5:30 pm Registration Hours
7:30 am - 8:00 am Buffet Breakfast*
8:00 am - 9:30 am Fall 2011 Fashion Forecast & Runway Fashion Show*
9:30 am - 6:00 pm Exhibit Hours
12 noon - 2:30 pm Buffet Lunch* (Exhibit Hall)
5:45 pm - 7:00 pm Industry Mixer* (Exhibit Hall)
Tuesday, March 22
8:00 am - 9:00 am Special Presentation*
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Registration Hours
9:00 am - 5:00 pm Exhibit Hours
12 noon - 2:30 pm Buffet Lunch* (Exhibit Hall)
Wednesday, March 23
8:30 am - 12 noon Registration Hours
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Exhibit Hours
* All Special Events included with your registration fee
SPECIAL EVENTS (Included with your Registration Fee)
Monday
7:30-8:00 am / Buffet Breakfast
8:00-9:30 am / Fall Fashion Forecast & Runway Fashion Show - What will Fall 2011 Bring? Join us on Monday Morning for a triple barrel impact. Start off with our buffet breakfast immediately followed by the Fall 2011 Forecast, presented by Connie Crawford of Fashion Patterns by Coni, followed by a runway fashion show coordinated by the Independent Pattern Company Alliance (IPCA). Be inspired by fabrics from our exhibitors and patterns from some of the most unique designers in the industry. After the show, visit the IPCA Fashion Pavilion (located near the restaurant area on the show floor) for a closer look at the designs and fabrics.
Monday & Tuesday
12 noon - 2:30 pm / Buffet Lunches - Take a break for lunch at our popular buffet lunch right on the exhibit floor. It’s a great way to network with peers, find out what they have seen while shopping, and meet new exhibitors over a relaxing mid-day mean.
Monday
5:45 - 7:00 pm / Industry Mixer - It’s time to catch up! Our industry mixer (right on the exhibit floor) features refreshments and snacks … and most importantly a chance to catch up with industry colleagues and friends after a busy day of shopping.
Tuesday
8:00 - 9:30 am / Special Presentation (SP)… Advanced Lawsuit Protection & Tax Reduction Strategies presented by … The American Society for Asset Protection - Are you and your business protected? Did you know … last year premises-liability cases produced a mean award of $1,665,217! … or … If an employee gets in a car accident picking up lunch for the store, the business owner could be held libel for millions … or … $ 1.5 million judgment exceeds $ 300,000 insurance coverage leaving owner liable for $1.2 million!.
If these numbers are staggering, they are all facts! Join us Tuesday morning for answers on how to; Structure your business for lawsuit protection and prevention, Reduce liability insurance costs, Minimize taxes. This seminar is a must for all business owners. You and your business are important and we want to see you for many years to come.
Seating is limited to this free seminar, you must register to attend. (Refreshments will be served)
(All seminars: $ 25 each per person/per session advance - $ 30 each per person/per session at show)
1A: Making Outside Events Profitable - It’s Easier Than You Think! / presented by Janet Pray
Increasing your bottom line is the goal! Consumer Shows, Fairs, Craft Shows and Self-Promoted Events are several options that offer great opportunities. Janet will discuss the many “outside the store” sales and “what to do” and “what not to do” that will save time and increase you bottom line. Workbook and checklists will be provide.
1B: Facing Facebook - Why & How to Use It. / presented by Jessica Johnson
Viral marketing with Facebook is easier than you might imagine. Join Jessica to learn the basics of how to set-up a Facebook page for your store. Learn how little time it really takes, how often you should post, what you should post and why it’s so important for your business. You will walk away from this seminar ready to enter the new age of your customers.
2A: It’s Easier Than You Think to Attract The Younger Generation. / panel discussion
Join our panel of experts that are willing to share proven techniques and projects that will attract new, young and modern sewers to your store. There’s a wealth of information just waiting to be discovered. Come with an open mind ready to learn and share!
2B: How To Teach Sewing On A Budget / presented by Connie Crawford
Connie will give you guidelines and projects in teaching sewing for fabric, craft and sewing stores, youth groups and many community organizations. Describing a very organized, efficient and practical lesson plan requiring minimal preparation time. Your customers will be able to develop basic to advance knowledge of fashion sewing and continue to sew for many years. If you want to nuture a love for sewing and pass the fun on to others , this is the seminar for you.
3A: Sourcing for the Small Manufacturer / presented by Susan Powe
Learn about North American fabric & trim suppliers that have low minimums, quick turn around time and in-stock fabrics + trims, including hard-to-find products such as organic/eco-friendly fabric plus hi-tech fabrics. Find out how mills, converters, distributors, jobbers, agents, and brokers differ and how they may work with you. We’ll also cover cut & sew production. Find contractors who will produce small lots and work with growing companies. Additionally you’ll received information on trade associations and industry service providers who may be of further assistance to you.
The International Textiles Expo has arranged for a block of rooms at the Rio for our attendees. Take advantage of the subsidized hotel rate by either calling the Rio or booking your reservations online for our special rates:
ONLINE RESERVATIONS: Click here
CALL: Rio Hotel & Casino, 888-746-6955
GROUP CODE: SRTEX11
CUT-OFF DATE: February 16, 2011*
SUBSIDIZED RATE: Friday/Saturday: $179.00 + tax
Sunday-Thursday: $159.00 + tax
* After that date, prevailing hotel rates apply based on availability.
BUYER CREDENTIALS:
The International Textiles Expo is not a consumer show. All buyers who have attended an International Textiles Expo in 2008, 2009 or 2010 can pre-register online. All other buyers must submit a business card and two (2) of the following credentials to pre-register by ail or fax, or to register on site.
1. Photo copy of State Sales and Use Tax Certificate or Federal EIN Certificate.
2. Photocopy of current invoice from vendor indicating business name and address and totaling $ 250.00 or more.
3. Photo copy of Yellow Pages ad or business ad or store lease.
4. Manufacturers: Copy of front of company brochure for products you manufacture.
**New store/company opening: We realize as a new business you may not have credit established or invoices for product. We will accept a copy of either the front of you submitted business plan - OR - copy of store lease - OR - letter indicating intent of opening a business.