The Halloween & Party Expo Partners With the Independent Retailer Conference

Parker, CO (May 21, 2015) – The Independent Retailer Conference is thrilled to announce their latest trade show partner – the Halloween & Party Expo – among their partner shows that will welcome the Independent Retailer Conference in 2016 at their event in New Orleans, January 22 – 25, 2016.

When we look for trade show partners, we aim to work with companies that have the same goals as we do – which is to help independent merchants achieve stronger store success. The Halloween & Party Expo aims to achieve this, as well, and we look forward to supporting them in their efforts to do just that,” shares Nicole Leinbach Reyhle, Independent Retailer Conference Co-Founder. 

The Independent Retailer Conference is dedicated entirely to the unique lifestyle and responsibilities of small business owners. Their education-rich, action-packed events offer retailers, wholesalers and community leaders the chance to engage, learn and connect with retail experts, industry leaders, service providers and like-minded entrepreneurs. Attendees of the Halloween & Party Expo can expect interactive experiences that leave them better educated and more inspired – including a “Power Hour” to take place each day that is dedicated to merchants making more money.

Doug Miller, President and Partner of Urban Expositions, looks forward to the new addition of the Independent Retailer Conference – as well as the chance to further support merchants in helping to reach their store goals.

Urban Expositions and the Halloween Industry Association (HIA) are thrilled to be partnering with the Independent Retail Conference for the Halloween & Party Expo. It’s the perfect opportunity to bring tailored content for the small business owner to the show. The unique format of the conference allows for access to not only actionable insight from the speakers but direct connections with leading retail partners,” shares Miller.

Expanding on this is Independent Retailer Conference Co-Founder Kerry Bannigan.

Retailers are busy and have a lot of ground to cover while attending the Halloween & Party Expo. Our sessions are designed to deliver quick education while also introducing attendees to experts and industry leaders who support merchants in achieving retail success. The “Power Hour” along with the Independent Retailer Conference’s trademark pop-up sessions will help attendees gain quality information and insight for their stores without compromising their time with vendors,” explained Bannigan.

The Halloween & Party Expo is the place to see and be seen for anyone working in the costume and party goods industry, and the impressive registration numbers show it. Sign-ups for the 2015 Expo exceeded the year before, and the Halloween & Party Expo is globally recognized as a leader in the Halloween and party retail sectors. Together, the Independent Retailer Conference and the Halloween & Party Expo look forward to supporting attendees in gaining success for their stores.  For more information on the event visit www.halloweenpartyexpo.com.

About Independent Retailer Conference

The Independent Retailer Conference is the nation’s only retail conference dedicated entirely to the unique lifestyle and responsibilities of independent store owners. Founded by industry veterans Nicole Leinbach Reyhle of Retail Minded & Kerry Bannigan of Nolcha Fashion Week, the Independent Retailer Conference offers independent retailers the chance to engage, learn, and connect with industry leaders while also getting inspired from retail experts, service providers and like-minded retailers from across the nation.

About Halloween & Party Expo

The Halloween & Party Expo, the leading event for Halloween, Party and Celebration, is a trade-only event that brings industry professionals together each year. Co-owned by Urban Expositions and the Halloween Industry Association, the event provides a platform for sourcing, learning, and networking. Proceeds from the Halloween & Party Expo are used by the Halloween Industry Association to promote and grow the safe celebration of Halloween and year-round costumed events throughout North America. The next event will be held in New Orleans, January 22 – 25, 2016. For more information visit www.halloweenpartyexpo.com.

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