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Trade Shows Have Extended Reach and Influence

Two-thirds of buyers share the information obtained at trade shows with at least four others at their organizations.

~ Incomm International

Nine out of ten attendees at trade shows have not been contacted by an exhibitor's salesperson in the past twelve months.

~ CEIR Research Report

When asked if NFDA members would be more likely to do business with suppliers who exhibit at the NFDA Expo, 70% answered ‘yes'.

~ 2004 Survey of NFDA Convention Attendees

Why Should I Exhibit at this Year's NFDA Convention in Chicago, IL?

Chicago is a business capital - a perfect backdrop for trade shows and business meetings. Of course, Chicago has world-class dining, culture and attractions. But when people come to Chicago, they know they'll be able to focus on business.

NFDA and the city of Chicago are working together to make the trade show experience the best it can be. From motivated NFDA attendees, central location, convenient transportation, unmatched venues and an experienced work force. Not to mention premier hotels, and itself, a world-class destination. It all adds up to Chicago. This is a premier destination for exhibitions and meetings.

For almost 200 years, Chicago has been a central point for the nation's transportation system. Today, Chicago is the nation's air, railroad and interstate highway hub, as well as a major international business center. Chicago's premier location translates into real convenience for everyone.

• With more than 3,300 flights a day, flying to and from Chicago is easier than any other city in the country.
• Because of a high volume of international and national flights, air travel to and from Chicago is less expensive than most major U.S. cities.
• Chicago's O'Hare International Airport has been voted Best Airport in North America four years running by readers of "Business Traveler International" magazine.
• Chicago is at the center of the nation's interstate highway and rail systems, making it easily accessible from anywhere in the country.

Does Chicago rule over other cities?  YES!

• In recent years, shows have averaged more than a 9% increase in attendance after moving to Chicago.
• About 12.9 million people live within an easy two-hour drive.
• Approximately 46 million people live within a one-day drive.
• 13.7 million people travel to Chicago on business every year - more than any other U.S. destination.
• Chicago has 310,000 business establishments and over 30 Fortune 500 headquarters. You'll never be at a loss for great ways to entertain clients in Chicago.  For suggestions and more information please refer to Chicago's website at www.meetinchicago.com

McCormick Place

Visit this link on NFDA's web site to find out more about the largest convention center in the country.

http://www.nfda.org/page.php?pID=649

Future NFDA Convention Dates

New Orleans 2006

Las Vegas 2007

2005 NFDA Convention and Expo-Chicago Style

October 3-5 (Expo Dates)
McCormick Place, Chicago, IL

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