MARCH 22-24, 2017ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION CENTERORLANDO, FLORIDA

WHERE THE VALUE IS CLEAR, THE DECISION IS EASY

THE PREMIER INDUSTRY EVENT

INVEST IN YOUR COMPANY’S FUTURE

ƥ NEW PRODUCT LAUNCHES

ƥ FIRST-TIME EXHIBITING MANUFACTURERS

ƥ INSPIRING NEW TOPICS PRESENTED

AT EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS

ƥ FRESH NEW CONNECTIONS WITH

EXHIBITORS AND PEERS

ƥ NEW INITIATIVES DESIGNED TO

STRENGTHEN AND GROW THE INDUSTRY

IT’S ALL ABOUT DISCOVERY

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YOUR BEST INVESTMENT IN 2017 Global Pet Expo is an essential investment in your company’s future. It’s the only place where you’ll find so many innovative profit-making products and sales-boosting ideas. Add value to your business and increase customer satisfaction. Come to Global Pet Expo to learn how.

SPECIAL EVENTS AND NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIESGlobal Pet Expo offers unique educational and networking opportunities. You’ll see what’s new, learn

about emerging trends, meet other independent retailers and exhibitors, share information, shop for

products and get expert advice on proven ways to build your business.

THE NETWORKING RECEPTIONJust for you—a valuable business-connector and

networking event.

THE APPA PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S BREAKFAST & NETWORKING EVENTAn inspiring speaker plus an opportunity to

network with exhibitors and fellow buyers.

NEW PRODUCTS SHOWCASE AWARDSCelebrate “Best in Show” new product winners—

chosen by you and your fellow attendees.

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING EVENTSPrograms designed especially for young

professionals interested in connecting.

STATE-OF-THE-INDUSTRY BREAKFAST & AWARDS CEREMONYLearn about industry innovations and new trends

as we honor retailing awards winners.

THE GLOBAL PET ACADEMYFREE expert seminars with proven ideas to

boost your business.

OVER 1,100 EXHIBITORS AND VALUABLE, PROFIT-BUILDING PRODUCTSFind just the right products to meet the needs of your customers and new items they’ll really appreciate.

See what our exhibitors have to offer to help you maximize your merchandising and grow your profits.

So many choices just for you:

NEW PRODUCTS SHOWCASEStay fresh and explore hundreds of new

products in one convenient location.

THE NATURAL PETBoost your profits with holistic and

natural products—our industry’s

fastest growing segment.

THE BOUTIQUEDiscover high-margin specialty items

perfect for style-conscious customers.

EVERYTHING AQUATICMake a splash and improve your bottom

line with these must-have products.

WHAT’S NEW!A great opportunity to meet first-

time exhibitors and establish new

relationships.

THE INTERNATIONAL PAVILIONGrow your competitive edge with high-

quality suppliers from other nations.

SPECIAL BENEFITS FOR RETAILERS

GLOBAL PET EXPO ACADEMYFREE EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS EVERY DAYOur popular educational seminars are FREE.

You’ll get valuable insights and practical advice

to please your customers, build your business and

grow your bottom line. Manage and plan your

time at Global Pet Expo by pre-registering for the

sessions that interest you. Choose as many as you

want at www.globalpetexpo.org/seminars.

PRACTICAL KNOW-HOWEvery Global Pet Expo Academy session is designed

with you in mind. Get inspired! Learn what works—

and what doesn’t—with tips and ideas you can use

right now and for years to come.

EXPERT INSTRUCTORSOur instructors and seminar leaders include

pet retailing’s best-known authorities in marketing,

merchandising, operations, finance and technology.

POTENTIAL TOPICS FOR 2017

ƥ Solving the Mysteries of Social Media

ƥ Motivating Employees

ƥ Tips on Store Management

ƥ Mobile Marketing

ƥ Finding and Keeping Good Customers

ƥ Getting Attention of Different Generations

ƥ Pricing Psychology

ƥ Managerial Skills

ƥ Inventory Management

ƥ Power of Storytelling

ƥ DISCOUNTED HOTELS

ƥ FREE SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE

ƥ DISCOUNTS AT ORLANDO AREA ATTRACTIONS

ƥ ON-SITE CHILD-CARE

ƥ WEEKLY EMAILS WITH SHOW UPDATES

ƥ ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION

ƥ FLOOR PLAN MAP AND GUIDE

ƥ COMPREHENSIVE EXHIBITOR LIST

ƥ COMPLETE LIST OF SHOW SPECIALS

ƥ EASY TO USE MOBILE APP

MARCH 22-24, 2017ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER

ORLANDO, FLORIDA

REGISTRATION IS FREE FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS AT GLOBALPETEXPO.ORG/REGISTER

THE PET INDUSTRY SHOW FOR SERIOUS BUYERS

QUESTIONS? ƥ VISIT WWW.GLOBALPETEXPO.ORG

ƥ CALL 203.532.3651 OR 203.532.3631

ƥ EMAIL BUYERS@GLOBALEXPO.ORG

ƥ SHOW RULES:

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1. Attend Global Pet Expo to INVEST in your company’s FUTURE.

2. Find great new product SOLUTIONS for your customers.

3. Gain INSIGHT and INSPIRATION from networking and educational seminars.

4. TRUST Global Pet Expo to deliver access to the most NEW PRODUCTS.

5. You’ll value the FACE-TO-FACE CONNECTIONS with industry experts.

6. Learn about new trends and fascinating stories behind product INNOVATIONS.

7. Experience the VIBRANCY and SIZE of the Pet Industry.

8. Global Pet Expo is the best show for COMPARISON SHOPPING.

9. STAY CURRENT with new ideas and great products.

10. You’ve got questions? DISCOVER answers at Global Pet Expo!

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