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Mon
3/16
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Special Events
2020 Vision: A Sharp Focus on What's Now, New & Next; The Realities and Consumer Mindsets Mapping the Road to 2030
Tom Mirabile, Springboard Futures
American consumers have never been more diverse, demanding or complex, sharing affluence and influence across four generations with distinctly different desires and expectations. The next decade promises dramatic changes in both the shape and composition of the American home environment. Join Tom Mirabile, principal and founder of Springboard Futures and consumer trend forecaster for the IHA, as he explores what's driving consumption today. You'll gain clear, actionable insights into the changes reshaping the Home Industry, and how to prepare for them.
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7:30 AM
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8:30 AM
South Building, Level 1, Grand Ballroom,
S100
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Mon
3/16
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Inventors Revue
Storytelling: A Brand New Imperative
David Altman, CEO, MarketShare Advisors International
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8:45 AM
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9:30 AM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Innovation Theater
From Digital to Sustainable: Gen Z's Impact on the Future of Housewares
Svetlana Uduslivaia, Euromonitor International
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9:30 AM
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10:20 AM
Lakeside Center, Level 3,
E350
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Mon
3/16
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Inventors Revue
Pitch To The Pros
Bill McHenry, Widgeteer; Rene Kussman, Silver Star Brands; Jim Norris, Canadian Tire; Matthew Canwell, Kitchen Craft, LT Brands; Robert Yusim, Product Counsel; Ryan Flynn, Charmac: Michael Higdon, National Building Museum
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9:30 AM
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11:30 AM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Cooking Theater
Charlie McKenna, Lillie's Q
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10:00 AM
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10:45 AM
South Building,
S2482
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Mon
3/16
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Smart Talks
Smart, Sustainable and Personalized: Reaching the New Consumer
Susan Olivier, Dassault Systemes
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10:30 AM
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10:50 AM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Innovation Theater
Millennials: Look Who's Turning 40--and Taking Control!!
Marsha Everton, The AIMsights Group
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10:30 AM
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11:20 AM
Lakeside Center, Level 3,
E350
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Mon
3/16
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Smart Talks
Connected Commerce: How Voice and Automated Ordering are Changing the Retail Landscape
Warren Kress, Euromonitor International
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11:00 AM
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11:20 AM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Cooking Theater
Monique Costello, Happy Eats Healthy
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11:00 AM
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11:45 AM
South Building,
S2482
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Mon
3/16
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Smart Talks
Tools and Tips for a Smarter Customer Experience
John Bancroft, Fit for Commerce
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11:30 AM
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11:50 AM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Innovation Theater
Bringing it Home: Lessons from the Rest of Retail
Joe Derochowski, The NPD Group
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11:30 AM
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12:20 PM
Lakeside Center, Level 3,
E350
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Mon
3/16
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Inventors Revue
HyVIDA - The World's First Hydrogen Infused Sparkling Water!
Rick Smith, Co-Founder, President/CEO, HyVIDA Brands, Inc.
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11:45 AM
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1:00 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Cooking Theater
Sandra Holl, Floriole
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12:00 PM
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12:45 PM
South Building,
S2482
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Mon
3/16
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Special Events
Innovation: The Key to Success Through Color + Trends.
Leatrice Eiseman, Pantone Color Institute
IHA's Color Expert & Executive Director, Pantone Color Institute, walks you through the leading trends and the rationales for the how, when and why they will work in the marketplace.
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12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
South Building, Level 1, Grand Ballroom,
S100
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Mon
3/16
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Smart Talks
When Retail Showrooms Feel Like Home
Tina Zayas, b8ta
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12:00 PM
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12:20 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Smart Talks
Too Smart: What's Holding Back Consumer Adoption?
Ann-Marie Conrado, University of Notre Dame
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12:30 PM
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12:50 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Innovation Theater
Winning the Name Game: What's the Story Behind a Great Name?
Stacey Kalamaras, Kalamaras Law Office and Mollie Young, Nametag International
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12:30 PM
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1:20 PM
Lakeside Center, Level 3,
E350
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Mon
3/16
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Smart Talks
What AI Really Means for Products: Don't Leave It to Programmers!
Gavin Lew, Bold Insight
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1:00 PM
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1:20 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Inventors Revue
Trends in Point of Sale Analytics
John Pitman, Krunchbox; Bob Kerber, Le Creuset; Sam Moncada, Canadian Hardware and HMA
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1:00 PM
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2:00 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Smart Talks
Solving The Smart Home Puzzle
Joe Derowchowski, The NPD Group, with Peter Giannetti, HomeWorld Business
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1:30 PM
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1:50 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Innovation Theater
Inspire Customer Engagement Through Creative In-Store Events and Activities
Carol Schroeder, Orange Tree Imports
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1:30 PM
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2:20 PM
Lakeside Center, Level 3,
E350
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Mon
3/16
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Smart Talks
The Top Smart Home Products for the Kitchen in 2020
Allison Zisko and Andrea Lillo, HFN
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2:00 PM
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2:20 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Cooking Theater
Mario Garcia, Hilton Chicago
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2:00 PM
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2:45 PM
South Building,
S2482
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Mon
3/16
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Inventors Revue
You Don't Have to Go It Alone When You're Building Your Business
Steve DeBretto, Executive Director, Kinzie Industrial Development Corporation
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2:00 PM
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2:45 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Innovation Theater
Tabletop 20/20: What it Takes to Increase Sales and Profits in a New Decade
Laurie Burns, Tabletop Industry Expert; Allison Zisko, HFN
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2:30 PM
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3:20 PM
Lakeside Center, Level 3,
E350
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Mon
3/16
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Smart Talks
Thinking Outside The Jar-The Future of Connected Safe Storage
Jordan Nollman, Varna Technologies
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2:30 PM
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2:50 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Inventors Revue
Developing Product for the Digital Age
Catherine Del Spina, Marketing Optometrist; Tom Mirabile, Springboard Futures; Barbara Weston, Global Design & Trend Director
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2:45 PM
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3:30 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Cooking Theater
Will Brown, Creole Kitchen
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3:00 PM
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3:45 PM
South Building,
S2482
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Mon
3/16
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Innovation Theater
Secrets of Success from Award-Winning Global Retailers
gia judges: Wolfgang Gruschwitz, Scott Kohno, Henrik Peter Reisby Nielsen, Anne Kong
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3:30 PM
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4:20 PM
Lakeside Center, Level 3,
E350
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Mon
3/16
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Inventors Revue
Pitch To The Pros
Tanya Gross, Small Shop Chicago; James Ryan, Canadian Tire; Elliot Brackett, Exceptional Products; Ryan Flynn, Charmac; Ronny Smith, Intromark; Blandine Scherpe, Home Fashion News; Dan Rafferty, Rafferty Resource Network
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3:30 PM
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5:30 PM
Lakeside Center Lobby,
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Mon
3/16
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Special Events
Housewares Charity Foundation Housewares Cares Gala
The non-profit HCF, celebrating its 23rd year, hosts this event to raise funds for critical causes, unite the Housewares industry and honor its leaders. 2020 honorees: Lifetime Achievement for Retail Innovation Award: Johnny Morris, Founder & CEO, Bass Pro Shops; Humanitarian of the Year: Daniel Leppo, EVP & GM, Menswear, Youngworld & Home Furnishings, Bloomingdale's; Lifetime Achievement Award: William Endres, President, Select Brands, Inc.
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5:30 PM
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10:00 PM
Navy Pier,
Ticket required
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Mon
3/16
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Special Events
2020 Networking After Dark Reception
Hosted by the International Business Council
All international attendees and news media are invited to end their day at the Show with food, drinks, music, international networking and plenty of fun.
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5:30 PM
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7:30 PM
South Building, Level 4, Vista Ballroom,
S406a
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