The Events The PPAI Expo is the place to do business—both on the show floor and off. Attendees say one of the top reasons they come to the show is for the networking and to be part of a tight-knit promotional products community that helps breed business success. Five events are planned at the upcoming show; some require tickets or advance notice, so check it out at expo.ppai.org/experience/events. Tickets can be purchased when registering for The PPAI Expo. ▶ PPEF Glen Holt And Fran Ford Memorial Golf Tournament Monday, January 10, 7:30 am - 2:30 pm, Bali Hai Golf Club Pre-registration is required. Email: SaraB@ppai.org ▶ Chair’s Leadership Dinner Monday, January 10, 6 - 9:30 pm, Mandalay Bay Ballroom J PPAI’s Icon Awards presentations include Hall of Fame, Distinguished Service Award, H. Ted Olson Humanitarian award and PPAI Promotional Product Pioneers awards. Ticket required. Advance tickets: PPAI members $150, PPAI associates $175 ▶Women’s Leadership Conference Networking Event Tuesday, January 11, 4 - 5 pm, Beer Garden on the trade-show floor Pre-registration required. Free, cash bar. ▶ SPARK Networking Event Wednesday, January 12, 4 - 5 pm, Beer Garden on the trade-show floor Pre-registration required. Free, cash bar. ▶ Technology Leaders Networking Event Wednesday, January 12, 4 - 5 pm, Beer Garden on the trade-show floor Pre-registration required. Free, cash bar. ▶ Promopalooza: The Expo Party, Hosted By PPAI and SAGE Wednesday, January 12, 6:30 - 10 pm, Live from Allegiant Stadium, 3333 Al Davis Way, Las Vegas Ticket required. For prices, see expo.ppai.org/experience/events Prepare To Get The Most From The Show As show veterans will agree, working The PPAI Expo effectively and efficiently requires planning and preparation—and comfy shoes. “Plan ahead as you have in the past,” says Tucker. “The show is still the largest in the industry by two or three times, so make the most of your days. Look at the schedule ahead of time. Know where you want to go and who you want to visit. Make appointments to see your suppliers.” For help in creating a walk list for the show, download SAGE Mobile, the official show-planning app of The PPAI Expo. This app allows users to find the most efficient show-floor routes, view an interactive floor plan, connect with FEATURE | The PPAI Expo 2022 Preview 28 | DECEMBER 2021 |
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