Surf Expo reported a 9 percent increase in store attendance at it September show in Orlando, FL, which drew more than 2,300 exhibitors, 300 new brands and buyers from 47 states and 68 countries.

 
The show attracts exhibitors from Surf, Wake, Wind, SUP, Skate, Swim, Footwear, Boutique, Resort and Gift as well as several emerging categories including Coastal Gift, Performance, Freedive and Tech.
 
“Surf Expo’s September edition continues to evolve into an all-encompassing water and resort marketplace,” said Surf Expo Show Director and SVP, Roy Turner. “If a business is influenced in any way by water and the lifestyles that surround it Surf Expo is the place to be. The diversity of product mix and exhibitors provides multiple buying opportunities for our attendees.”
 
The show attracted nearly 2,000 first time buyers to the show. Surf Expo qualifies all buyers who register to attend, and only those who meet the retail qualifications are approved to attend the show.