While the overall scale was not at pre-COVID levels, based on the number of exhibitors and attendees who participated, there was very clearly a market need in this sector. "In the beginning, before we even decided to go down the safety protocol path, we wanted to know: is there still a market need?" "The main concern has been safety," said Roy Turner, Surf Expo Show Director.īefore deciding to move forward with the in-person component at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), "We did research among exhibitors and attendees to determine: first, is there a market need? and second, are people willing to participate?" Turner said. The call to move forward with Surf Expo in Orlando in 2021 was complicated by so many conflicting factors the pandemic, health and safety, the fact that Florida is open for business, and market needs. Thursday at 4:30 PM – Join REPREVE at The Stage for a happy hour and boardsports fashion show.įriday at 4:30 PM & Saturday at 12:30 PM – Boardsports Fashion Shows featuring REPREVE products.Editor's note: ALHI is republishing this case study with permission from the Society of Independent Show Organizers (SISO) in an effort to increase education on planning and executing large-scale events, trade shows and exhibitions. Join REPREVE, makers of the world’s leading recycled fiber for special events featuring brands using REPREVE.
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Be sure to check the following link for any updates: Ĭlick on the following Shop Eat Surf Interview link to learn from Roy Turner (Surf Expo Show Director and original co-founder of Board Retailers Association) the answers to questions like How is the September show shaping up?, What are some of the brands that are committed?, How does the retail attendance look?, How will this show compare to a typical September show pre-pandemic? and more: We are constantly monitoring changes in COVID-19 protocols and working with our venues to ensure all necessary health measures are in place and comply with current local, state and government health policies and CDC guidelines.
It has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) accreditation, meaning it follows the highest standards for cleaning and sanitization. The Health & Safety Protocol implemented successfully at the January 2021 show will once again be in at Surf Expo September. Surf Expo held a safe and successful show in January 2021 at the Orange County Convention Center, which is among the safest venues in the country. Our team is committed to creating an event experience where our customers, partners, and employees can safely and effectively conduct business. The health and safety of our customers, team members and communities is our #1 priority. Surf Expo is excited to welcome our buyers and vendors back to forge new relationships and celebrate old ones. Masks will also be provided at the event if needed.
In line with CDC guidelines, everyone is required to wear a mask, regardless of vaccination status while at the show and all show functions (this includes the show floor and registration areas). 9th at 2 pm).īRA Retailer Gathering/ Happy Hour in The Neighborhood Lounge (Thursday, Sept. Location: Orange County Convention Center, West Concourse, Orlando, FL | View MapīRA Retailer Roundtable Panel Discussion on The Stage (Thursday, Sept. Show Dates: September 9th through 11th, 2021 (Waterfest Sept. The Surf team is committed to creating an event experience at the Orange County Convention Center’s West Concourse where their customers, partners and employees can safely and effectively conduct business. Surf Expo is excited to welcome our board specialty retailers back to forge new relationships and celebrate old ones with Vendors and each other. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this vibrant, award winning marketplace! Since 1976, retailers from around the globe have relied on Surf Expo to identify new trends, new brands, and to get business done.
Surf Expo is the largest and longest running watersports and beach lifestyle tradeshow in the world.