Woodworking Machinery&Supply EXPO 2009

Woodworking professionals can save $10 by registering in advance of Canada's premier woodworking event. In addition, anyone registering by July 1 will qualify for discounted admission to the conference program that will be announced soon.

Among the topics being developed are:

* The Virtual HR Department
* Worker Skills Training
* Exporting to New Markets
* Lean Manufacturing for the Small Shop
* Smart Marketing in Recessionary Times
* The Ins and Outs of Nesting
* Developing, Refining & Marketing Sustainable Wood Products
Following exhibitor and attendee survey results from WMS 2007, management has taken many steps to invigorate the exhibit floor and conference program to add value to the event.

The new dates-Thursday through Saturday were preferred by 75% of participants. This coincided with attendee preference for morning conference sessions on the days of the expo.

The conference will be expanded to include three tracks: new tracks for "Custom Woodworking & Cabinets" and "Green Products and Methods" will join the successful "Closets & Home Organization" track. All three tracks will be supported by pavilions or activities on the exhibit floor.

The exhibit floor-already brimming with the latest in technology, machinery, hardware and accessories and service-will be enhanced with feature areas and pavilions to highlight the latest in industry trends.

* Tech Talks-a demonstration stage in the exhibit hall where exhibitors and invited speakers will provide 30 minute training sessions on the latest technology tools for the woodworking industry.
* Autographing Stage-WMS will invite popular tv personalities and superstar athletes to visit the expo for photo opportunities with attendees.
* Green Products & Services Guide-All exhibitors will be given the opportunity to include their listings in this new directory distributed to all attendees.
* Opening Reception on the Exhibit Floor-To build traffic on the opening day, Vance Communications Canada will host a reception for all attendees and exhibitors in the exhibit hall.

These activities are sure to increase registration and keep attendees in the exhibit hall for more hours during the days of the expo.