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Buyer Information Overview
When and Where is the 2011 Global Pet Expo?Global Pet Expo
March 16-18, 2011
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida | Show Hours:
Wednesday, March 16: 9am - 6pm
Thursday, March 17: 9am - 6pm
Friday, March 18: 9am - 5pm |
How can I attend Global Pet Expo?
The Show is open to qualified Pet Product Buyers. On-line registration will be available this summer. Returning Qualified Buyers will be able to register on-line using their Username and Passwords. First-time buyer attendees will be able to register on-line but must also fax/send in two(2) required proofs of business including an invoice for pet products purchased wholesale and in quantity from a manufacturer or distributor for resale. New pet product business: You must be able to provide the two required proof of business to attend Global Pet Expo. On-line retailers must have a website that is actively selling products. If you have never attended Global Pet Expo and would like to be added to the mailing list to receive more information about Global Pet Expo, simply email the following information to annie@americanpetproducts.org: - Name
- Company
- Mailing Address
- Phone
- Email address
Why should I attend Global Pet Expo?
At Global Pet Expo you will: - MEET 850 Exhibitors covering 230,000 square feet
- NETWORK with 10,000 pet industry visionaries and peers
- SEE the industry's largest New Products Showcase with over 800 new products
- VOTE on the "Best in Show" products in the New Product Showcase
- STOP BY What's New! the industry's only showcase of new manufacturers
- CONNECT with more international manufacturers than any other U.S. pet products trade show
- ATTEND industry related Seminars on topics designed to help grow your business
Still not sure? Click here for the Top 21 Reasons buyers should attend.
Show HighlightsA sneak peek at just some of what you can expect to see at Global Pet Expo!The Natural Pet  | If your customers haven’t already clamored for natural pet products they will! This new section lets you see the latest in healthy, organic and environmentally friendly products. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to stay on top of the green-conscious trends. The Natural Pet section is a must see. Aisles 200-300 |
The Boutique at Global Pet Expo  | Do your customers like to pamper their pets? The Boutique section is where you will find the “must have” trendy and fashion-forward products they will love. If you want to offer the latest in custom designed jewelry, captivating carriers, couture clothing, luxury pet beds or pet-spa products, run, don’t walk to The Boutique section. Aisles 200-400 |
Everything Aquatic  | If you sell to the underwater species enthusiasts, this is the section where you can “get right into the swim of things” and see everything you need in one place. All the aquatic suppliers drop anchor here for your convenience. And for your enjoyment, it’s right next to the Florida Tropical Fish Farms Association (FTFFA) Aquatic Lounge. |
What’s New!  | This section makes it easy for you to find and make new connections. The What’s New! section is reserved for our first time exhibitors, making it easy for you to find them and discover the products they have to offer. Aisles 3800-4000 |
New Products Showcase  | When customers ask for the hottest new product, will you have it? You will if you visit The New Products Showcase. This is where new product launches take off. If it’s hot, it’s here. Don’t miss it. You can even vote for your favorite product. Entrance in Aisle 4100 |
Judge the Year’s Best New Pet Products!
Vote for the best new products of the year. Visit the New Product Showcase on Thursday, March 25 or Friday, March 26 to vote for your favorite new product. The winners receive a New Products Showcase Best In Show Award. Global Pet Expo will present awards in eleven categories: Aquarium, Bird, Boutique, Cat, Dog, Equine, Natural, Pond, Small Animal, Reptile and Point-of-Purchase Display. International Pavilion  | The International Pavilion is making its debut at Global Pet Expo 2010. The Pavilion was developed to enhance global access to the U.S. pet products market and to solidify Global Pet Expo’s position as a key trading opportunity for countries from around the world. Aisles 4100-4300 |
Hotel & Travel Information
It's never too early to book your Hotel and Airfare reservations. Travel Planners, the official Travel Coordinator for Global Pet Expo, has negotiated discounted hotel and airfare rates for all buyers. The easiest way to make travel arrangements for the Show is also the most flexible and economical. You can book online in real time, 24/7. Reserve your air through us, and you'll get the lowest web-only fares… plus additional discounts of up to 20%! Click here to make your reservations today
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