Surf Expo's September 2010 show saw a 10% increase in retailer attendance. Over its three-day, Sept. 10-12 run at Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, Surf Expo hosted more than 5,400 buyers and tallied more than 1,700 booths.
“As trade show director at Surf Expo I'm pleased to leave our event with a sense of newfound optimism and excitement,” says Surf Expo's Roy Turner. “Our September event again delivered a 10% increase in stores over the previous year.”
According to Tommy Phillips, owner of Tommy's Slalom Shop in Denver, Colorado, “If you missed this show, you blew it.” Rich Wilson, sales manager of Lost, said they were busy: “apparel, boards – we were rocking!” Richard Sanders, vice president and national sales manager for Billabong, said this show offered the busiest third day in recent memory. Dave Rosenberger, vice president and national sales manager for Quiksilver said, “We're happy. It was busier than expected.” Dick Brunning from first-time exhibitor Rock Eagle stated, “The vibe here is amazing. So many great buyers and everyone is so happy!”
“Surf Expo continues to drive the surfing industry, while providing a professional and exciting venue for manufactures and dealers to meet and do business face to face with their clients,” says Scott Guinto, shaper and owner of Scott Guinto Surfboards LLC. “Surf Expo continually raises the bar in assisting everyone in the business process. Specifically, I found the new mobile access to – My Agenda' and touchpoint kiosks very useful. It also is a great way of reducing my carbon footprint. I feel truly honored and blessed every time I walk on the show floor. The contacts I've made and accounts created with companies are priceless.”
The Surf Expo community will reconvene January 6-8, 2011 in Orlando, Florida.
