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2009 SHOW DATES

Thursday, Feb. 5
8 - 11 a.m.
Distributor Preview

Thursday, Feb. 5
11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 6
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 7
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

KEY STATS
2008 GIS
Attendance 25,737
Exhibitors 965
Net square footage 300,900
Qualified buyers 10,553
2007 GIS
Attendance 23,109
Exhibitors 981
Net square footage 291,250
Qualified buyers 9,697
International attendees n/a
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It's Your Business, Your Industry —
Make it Your Show in 2009!

Register today to participate in the industry's most exiciting event.

The 2009 Golf Industry Show in New Orleans, Feb. 5-7, is your opportunity to conduct business face-to-face with an audience of more than 10,000 qualified buyers representing the entire management team, including golf course superintendents, owners/operators, general managers, COOs, architects and builders.

It's your business, your industry - make it your show in 2009. The Golf Industry Show is the most efficient way to network with existing and potential customers, shorten the sales cycle and save your company valuable time and resources. Don't delay - showcase your latest products and services to the largest gathering of qualified buyers under one roof. Sign up for the 2009 Golf Industry Show today!

A unique trade show experience

The Golf Industry Show is unique because it will connect you with the largest audience of qualified buyers in the industry. An innovative trade show concept features interactive networking parks, a construction project and a range that will present exhibitors with unlimited opportunities to meet face-to-face with potential buyers. There’s no better place to showcase your solutions to the challenges they face while running a golf facility in today’s competitive marketplace.

Planning for the tradeshow? Studies show that booth attraction increases with:

Show sponsorships - 104%
Hospitality events - 86%
Press conferences - 77%
Advertising - 46%

(Source: CEIR Power of Exhibitions II)

 

Your Golf Industry Show planning experience is just a click away at www.golfindustryshow.com!

Comments from past exhibitors and attendees

"We have never had such a high prospect turnout in the history of our company at any other show. It actually and truly appears to be the best trade show we have ever participated in. We highly recommend that every company in the industry attend or exhibit."

-Arthur R. Hirsch
Premier Capitol Cigar Company 1492 Inc.

 

"The Golf Industry Show provided an environment for our management team to continue nurturing our professional and personal relationships by spending time on the trade show floor, in educational sessions and on the golf course. We look forward to more team building next year in Orlando."

-Mark Jordan, CGCS
Westfield Country Club
Westfield Center, OH

 

"I brought my entire management team to the Golf Industry Show. Since we are meeting with vendors together as a team, the buying process has become much more efficient for our club. The evolution of the Golf Industry Show is one of the most important developments in our industry."

-Michael G. Leemhuis, CCM, PGA Professional
Chief Operating Officer
Congressional Country Club
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