Use these tools to make your Show more successful – and did we mention they’re FREE!

2011 Show US Buyer and Media List
Use this list to follow-up with your leads from the Show as well as contact the buyers you may have missed.
BuyerConnect Lead Retrieval Program
Get a free lead retrieval unit for your booth. Both buyers and exhibitors receive a complete record of booth visits.
Show Directory Listing
Exhibitors can update their listing for both print Show directories available at the Show.
Housewares Connect 365

Housewares Connect 365 is a valuable tool available to promote your company to buyers, media and consumers. It is a year-round extension of the printed pocket directory that allows special enhancements such as company catalogs, product images, company logo, video and on-site promotions. Buyers & Media will use the online show prior the Show to plan their exhibitor visits. This is an excellent way to promote your company to the half million annual visitors to our website.

Update your listing today at:  http://www.housewares.org/show/exhibit/dir/


See what you look like to buyers + media searching for your company at: http://www.housewares.org/housewaresconnect365

New Product Signs
Highlight your new products at a glance with these “New for the Home” signs for your booth. Click here for more information.
Pantone ColorWatch Display
Show buyers that your products’ colors are on trend in this heavily visited display, featuring the 2012 color palette. Click here for more information
Going Green Exhibit
This exhibit highlights examples of the housewares industry’s latest offerings in sustainable products. Click here for more information.
Specialty Retailer Program
Capture your share of the $47 billion specialty channel by participating in this exhibitor program for specialty retailers only. Click here for more information.
Show News Center/Press Kit Distribution
Get your press kits and product information into the hands of the news media at the Show. The Show provides free boxes and shipping for the media to send the kits back to their offices. Click here for more information.
New Product Information for the News Media
Include your new products in this listing distributed to the news media attending the Show. Click here for more information.
Special Events/Product Demonstrations
Spread the word about the celebrity in your booth, your special media event or product demonstration. Click here for more information.
Show News Online
Beginning February 15, post your new product release on IHA’s website for the media to see. Click here for more information.
Shuttle Service
Free shuttle service between McCormick Place and major hotels. For more information, including schedules, please go to our transportation webpage.

Metra Train Tickets
Use these free 7 day tickets for Metra – a short ride from McCormick Place to many hotels. For more information, please go to our transportation webpage.
Exhibit Floor Meeting Rooms
Complimentary meeting rooms are located on the exhibit floor of each building and are available to registered exhibitors and retailers. Contact Erin Magee for more information.
Email Stations/Product Locators
Email stations/product locators located in each exhibit hall with printing capabilities.
Educational Events
Train your staff on the latest developments in design, color and consumer trends with 25 free educational events held throughout the Show. Too busy at the Show? Download podcasts of each educational event from IHA’s website. Click here for a list of events.
Exhibitor Badges/Entrance Passes
4 complimentary badges for every 100’ of purchased exhibit space. To register for exhibitor badges, please go to the exhibitor registration website.