Jan 21, 2009

ASD/AMD – Nation’s Largest Merchandise Expo Returns to Las Vegas March 15-18, 2009

Los Angeles, CA—Nielsen Business Media’s Merchandise Group today announced the return of ASD/AMD Las Vegas – the nation’s largest, most comprehensive merchandise trade show. This year’s show will feature thousands of exhibitors, carrying products in more than 100 categories – from jewelry and home décor to fashion accessories and general discount merchandise items –land will stage in Las Vegas from March 15-18, 2009. To register, please visit ASDAMD.com

For nearly 50 years, ASD/AMD Las Vegas has been serving the wholesale merchandise industry’s business needs, consistently bringing its customers the largest product assortment from top vendors across all categories. This March, with hundreds of new exhibitors at the show, ASD/AMD Las Vegas will continue to provide attendees with exceptional selection and incredible value so they can accomplish even more business in one trip than ever before.

ASD/AMD Las Vegas will feature:
Gift Show – Sands Expo Center Lower Level
Over 90,000 NSF
360 exhibitors
100+ new exhibitors

Jewelry Show – Mirage Events Center and Grand Ballroom
Over 50,000 NSF
350 exhibitors
50 new exhibitors

Value & Variety Show – Las Vegas Convention Center and Sands Expo Center Upper Level
Over 500,000 combined NSF
2,200 exhibitors
275 new exhibitors

At ASD/AMD Las Vegas, sellers can expect to get a broad overview of new trends in the market by seeing the hottest selling items across multiple categories that are influencing their customers. In addition, they can identify growth opportunities for their business by getting fresh ideas for merchandising, store concepts and new business strategies.

For retail buyers, ASD/AMD is the most efficient way to do buying and find new sources. ASD/AMD Las Vegas provides merchandise for nearly every market segment in one convenient setting, allowing buyers to save time and money on travel and expenses by attending a single show for all of their product needs. Retail buyers will find new resources and product lines and get the best prices, including show specials, allowing them to pass along the value they receive to their customers.

In addition, all ASD/AMD Las Vegas exhibitors and attendees can participate in FREE educational seminars led by industry leaders with a range of topics for store front retailers, internet retailers, and every retail channel in between. Attendees can gain the competitive edge in their business through insider tips, proven techniques and best practices.

Seminar topics include:
Boosting Your Retail Profits With eBay
Sell What People Want to Buy Online (Internet-based Market Research)
Where Do I Start? (Beginner Platforms for Selling Online)
How Do I Work With Suppliers When Selling Online?
How Much Should I Buy?
Understanding Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
Successful Email Marketing

General information
ASD/AMD Las Vegas opens Sunday, March 15, 2009 and closes Wednesday, March 18, 2009. A schedule of show dates, times and locations is below. Complimentary shuttle service connects each venue and selected show hotels. For more information about ASD/AMD Las Vegas, hotel and travel arrangements, exhibitor listing, FAQ, and registration, please visit ASDAMD.com.

About The Merchandise Group
As the producer of the nations largest merchandise trade shows, Nielsen Business Media’s Merchandise Group provides a portfolio of innovative face-to-face, print, and online products for the wholesale trade industry. Founded in 1961, the ASD/AMD trade show continues to develop new solutions to provide Buyers and Sellers the most comprehensive marketplace in today’s dynamic retail environment. ASD/AMD product portfolio connects Sellers from manufacturing to wholesale distribution with Buyers from independent retailers to international chain stores.

Nielsen Business Media is a part of The Nielsen Company, a global information and media company.