By Wes French, Social Media Coordinator
Because it’s never to early to start planning your Show experience…
The 2012 International Home + Housewares Show is not until March 10-13 of next year, but that doesn’t mean that there is nothing to do now. We’ve compiled a list of some of the upcoming and future deadlines to get you ahead of the game when planning your Show!
July 8– Space applications were due earlier this month, but you still have a chance to secure your preferred location. Contact your Sales Rep IMMEDIATELY!
July 25 – Online Registration opens for Exhibitors (Attendee Online Registration is now OPEN)
August 10 – HomeWorld Business will announce the annual Housewares Design Awards and make entrance forms available.
August 15 – Entry forms for the Student Design Competitionavailable on IHA’s website.
October 3 – Exhibitors can begin updating HC365 page for 2012
October 26 – Entries for the Housewares Design Awards due
November 1– HC365 Webinar series begins. From here through the opening of the 2012 Show IHA will run webinars regarding how you can better you Show experience and how t best prepare yourself. Also look for a series of weekly tips on what you should be doing and when to make sure you’re ready when the Show opens March 10, 2012!
December 1– New HC365 features will be unveiled and available to all members. Add video, list new products in special categories and more!
December 26 – Student Design Competition entries due
January 1 – Early-Bird rates expire for hotels within the IHA block through onPeak. Book your hotel before this date to save the maximum amount possible through IHA!
These are some of the key dates through the end of the year that you’ll need to keep track of if you’re exhibiting or attending the 2012 Show. Stay tuned as we bring up more key dates and programs that will have an impact on your experience!
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