EDPA News

Tom Bowman appointed EDPA Sustainable Exhibit Leadership Committee Chair

The Exhibit Designers and Producers Association’s (EDPA) executive committee has appointed Tom Bowman as chair of the Sustainable Exhibit Leadership Committee. Bowman, chairman of Bowman Design Group and president of Bowman Global Change, will lead the development of a sustainability initiative for EDPA membership, largely exhibit and event industry suppliers. The goal of the program is to both challenge and educate members on how to go green – operationally as well as in their exhibit and event design work.

EDPA @ EXHIBITOR2013

We are holding three special meetings at the Mandalay Bay this month during EXHIBITRO2013.

The EDPA Board of Directors Meeting is set for Noon on Sunday, March 17th, prior to the kickoff of the EXHIBITOR2013 conference at the Las Vegas Mandalay Bay Convention Center March 18-20. If you’re going to be at one of the industry’s most important events of the year, be sure to stop by EDPA's booth #863 and say hello.

Remembering EDPA Past President Bob Firks

EDPA Past President Bob Firks has passed away and will be truly missed. He was not only a past President of EDPA but also a past winner of the prestigious Hazel Hays Award. Bob was very involved in EDPA and was a true pioneer in the industry. He believed in unity among peers and associates within the industry which is one of the reasons he was such a great president of EDPA. Bob was the president of Giltspur Chicago.

Chapter News

EDPA Midwest Chapter State of the Industry

Join the EDPA Midwest Chapter on May 29th for their State of the Industry talk. Doug Ducate, President and CEO of The Center for Exhibition Industry Research will talk about one of the most significant topics, the "state of the industry". Doug will show statistical research on the importance of face-to-face marketing and other important industry data. And, share his insight into where the industry is going so that we are more aware and better prepared. This event will take place at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. The event will begin with a networking reception followed by dinner and the speaker starting at 6:30pm. The fee is $60 per person and there will be a cash bar.
To register visit https://s08.123signup.com/servlet/SignUpMember?PG=1520732182300&P=15207321911426304000.

EDPA Roadshow 2013 in Philadelphia

Join us on Tues, June 11th in Philadelphia, PA for this one day informative workshop to gain access to the latest trends in exhibit design, learn how to tackle sustainability within your business and network with your fellow exhibit industry professionals. Our second stop will take place at Philadelphia University in partnership with the EDPA Mid-Atlantic Chapter. RoadShow 2013 is a full day event with a morning presentation by one of EDPA’s industry speakers, followed by a networking lunch and another informative session wrapping up at 3pm. Click here for more session details. The Mid-Atlantic Chapter will host a cocktail reception following the Roadshow presentation. Come for this one day ACCESS like event and leave with information and ideas that will help you and your business throughout the year! REGISTER NOW for just $125 for a Day Pass!

 EDPA Las Vegas Chapter Annual Tradeshow Industry Education Scholarship Golf Classic

Please join EDPA Las Vegas Chapter, in conjunction with the EDPA Foundation, at the Eleventh Annual Tradeshow Industry Education Scholarship Golf Classic. We will have a great day of golf at The Revere Golf Club in Henderson. For more information and to sign up visit www.edpalv.com.

The Revere Golf Club offers two distinct golf courses that will challenge your nerve and inspire your soul. With panoramic views of the Las Vegas Strip and mountains beyond, this Las Vegas Golf Course offers golfers of any skill level and experience to remember for a lifetime.

Who we are

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The Exhibit Designers and Producers Association (EDPA), founded in 1954, is an internationally recognized national trade association with more than 400 corporate members from 18 countries that are engaged in the design, manufacture, transport, installation and service of displays and exhibits primarily for the exhibition and event industry.
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