AWARDS & PERSONALIZATIONEAST COAST
EXPOOctober 20–21, 2017Greater Philadelphia Expo Center | Oaks, PA
www.AwardsPersonalization.org
ENGRAVING | SUBLIMATION | UV PRINTING | CUSTOMIZATION
[ FREE ADMISSION ]
AWARDS andPERSONALIZATION
ASSOCIATION
The expo floor is FREE for all qualified retailers. Register today!
Check Out:✦ Laser Engravers
✦ Rotary Engravers
✦ Sublimation Systems
✦ UV-LED Printers
✦ Sandcarving Systems
✦ Wide-Format Printers
✦ Apparel-Decorating Equipment
✦ Substrates and Blanks
All education sessions are FREE to members.
Not a member yet? Join when you register to attend education sessions
for free and take advantage of member benefits all year long. Retailer
member benefits include countless opportunities to connect with leading
industry suppliers and local retail members, complimentary webinars, a
valuable coupon book, online forum access, a subscription to Insights
magazine, and so much more! The Awards and Personalization Associa-
tion is a valuable investment for you and your business.
Opportunities Abound!Are you personalizing awards, gifts, apparel, or signage?
Then the East Coast Awards & Personalization Expo, set for
October 20–21, is your opportunity to grow your business. Join
us for 2 days to see products and equipment, build relation-
ships with your suppliers and meet new ones, and learn the
newest trends and techniques in personalization. The indus-
try’s top manufacturers and distributors will be here to help
you make the right decisions for your business. We can’t wait
to see you!
Expo Floor Hours✦ 10 am–5 pm Friday, October 20✦ 10 am–3 pm Saturday, October 21
Register today! www.AwardsPersonalization.org
AWARDS & PERSONALIZATIONEAST COAST
EXPO
I learned so much! I’m buying a laser in the
next few weeks and can’t wait to try the
new techniques I learned at the expo! ”
—Anna Johnson, The Roaring Flamingo
#ECexpo2017
EDUCATION SESSIONSThese sessions are free to Awards and Personalization Association members. Nonmembers are welcome to attend education for the low fee of $49 per session—or join to attend FREE!
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20
8:30–10 amCorelDRAW Time-Saving Tips, Tools, & TechniquesShon Roti, JDS IndustriesSession 101In a production environment, time is the enemy. Finding shortcuts to increase production and save time is paramount. CorelDRAW’s many tools for increasing efficiency are underutilized and even unknown to some users. Learn several ways to identify and put into practice time-saving techniques to speed up your production..15 CEUs Technical
What Can a Fiber Laser Do for Me?Josh Stephens, Trotec Laser, Inc.Session 102Attendees will explore the differences between CO2 lasers and fiber lasers and which applications are ideal for each type. Learn how new capabilities made possible by a fiber laser can grow your business..15 CEUs Technical
1–2:30 pmOnline Marketing for the Local Small BusinessEddie Hill, CRS, Award Masters, Inc.Session 103Find out how to use local search marketing, SEO, and other online tools to reach your best prospects in your area..15 CEUs Marketing
Move! Make Your Business MobileJimmy Lamb, Sawgrass TechnologiesSession 104Mobile decoration has exploded as personalization professionals look to increase their customer base. By offering on-the-spot customization and personalization to large groups that share a common interest, mobile businesses have huge profit potential..15 CEUs Business
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21
8:30–10 amMaximize Your Laser Cutter Investment with Apparel Mark Merola, Stahls’Session 201It’s not just for industrial applications. Laser cutting is quickly becoming one of the most convenient ways to decorate apparel, enabling you to increase profits and expand product offerings with a minimal investment. Watch and learn how you can use a heat press and laser cutter to customize an assortment of items with a variety of finishes..15 CEUs Marketing/Sales
Color Printing Gifts and AwardsMike FrucianoSession 202If you’re a laser user considering adding UV inkjet printing to your business, come learn everything you should know, including the basics of color printing, which materials and substrates accept UV printing, how to create print-and-cut jobs with your laser, and the emerging markets for UV printing products. .15 CEUs Technical
12:30–2 pmPersonalization Business in a BoxEddie Hill, CRS, Award Masters, Inc.Session 203Learn 21 ways to add revenue to your business and find niches to attract new customers and keep existing ones..15 CEUs Business
Quick TipsGet quick
how-to training at the Learning Zone on
the expo floor!
Register today at www.AwardsPersonalization.org
LOCATION AND TRAVELExpo locationLocated just outside of Philadelphia, Oaks, PA, is convenient to much of the northeast and mid-Atlantic regions. The area hosts several shopping adventures including the famous King of Prussia Mall, quaint restaurants and shops in nearby Phoenixville, and Pennsylvania’s scenic landscape. Visit www.ValleyForge.org for more things to do in the area.
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks100 Station AvenueOaks, PA 19456484.754.EXPOwww.phillyexpocenter.comThe Greater Philadelphia Expo Center (GPEC) offers complimentary parking with nearby entertainment, shopping, and cultural activities.
HotelsReserve your room at www.AwardsPersonalization.org
Hampton Inn & Suites Valley Forge/OaksReservation deadline: September 23$129 per night per room (king/double)
Hilton Garden Inn Valley Forge/OaksReservation deadline: September 23$144 per night per room (king/queen)
Register today!www.AwardsPersonalization.org
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