events | CHA Winter Show
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Show Info
Date:
12–15 January, 2013
Venue:
Anaheim Convention Center
3,500 booths... 20,000 visitors... 46 nations... one shared passion
Join us for the largest exhibition of its kind in the world. From an international product selection to unrivaled educational and networking events, the 2008 show will bring the craft world together to showcase breaking industry trends, the latest product introductions and countless new ideas to energize your business.
All About CHA
In early 2004, the two most successful organizations serving the craft and hobby industry, the Hobby Industry Association (HIA) and the Association of Crafts & Creative Industries (ACCI), joined together to form the Craft & Hobby Association (CHA). Together as CHA, the new Association forms a single more dynamic and powerful force to drive the craft industry into the future.
CHA’s vision, simply stated, is to create a vibrant industry with an exciting image, an expanding customer base and successful members. The goal is to stimulate the sales growth of the craft and hobby industry worldwide by creating consumer demand, helping members succeed and leading the industry.
CHA is actively involved in national promotional events designed to increase customers' knowledge and awareness of industry products with the branding campaign Crafts. Discover life's little pleasures. CHA continues to inspire occasional crafters to craft more often through it's consumer-motivated message. Craft stores from all over participate in CHA's annual campaigns, National Craft Month in March and Celebrate the Season in September. The promotions are geared to generate excitement about crafting and to highlight the many emotional benefits it produces. In addition to the promotions, every year the Association holds two annual trade shows, the largest craft and hobby supply expositions in the world.
As public interest in crafts has increased over the years, CHA has conducted a number of research projects, including the yearly benchmark Nationwide Craft & Hobby Consumer Usage and Purchases Study that reports the most popular craft activities and total sales dollars. Other studies include The Academic Value of Hands-on Craft Projects in Elementary Schools, one of the first studies to investigate the impact of hands-on projects and academic learning, and The Impact of Hispanic Crafters on the US Craft Industry that focuses on the growing Hispanic market. The Association continues to research consumer buying habits, crafts and education, and other pertinent information to the crafts industry.
CHA has also launched a powerful multifaceted communications program that is designed to generate consumer demand and drive retail traffic for craft and hobby supplies. The branding and public relations program generates millions of consumer impressions and stimulates sales. As a result, CHA has become a leading resource to the general consumer media on the subject of crafts and hobbies. The Association has also become an established presence on the Internet though its websites: the popular consumer website www.craftplace.org, the industry website www.craftandhobby.org, and the education website at www.teacherplace.org.
Become a member now!
Member Qualifications & Applications
To become a member of the Craft & Hobby Association, companies need to provide business qualifications. Companies that are involved in the production and sale of products and supplies found in art, craft, hobby, sewing and other leisure industry outlets are eligible for membership.
If you would like to become a member, please contact Expo World Asia Ltd, Tel: +852 3107 8328 / 3107 8329, Fax: +852 3107 8333, E-mail: info@expo-world.net.
Member Benefits
As a trade association, the CHA membership is made up of several business groups:
- Suppliers include manufacturers, publishers, wholesalers/distributors and (exhibiting) service providers. These groups may exhibit at the Annual CHA Convention & Trade Show.
- Buyers include retail stores, institutional buyers, professional craft producers, and (non-exhibiting) wholesalers/distributors. These groups may attend the Annual CHA Convention & Trade Show.
- Business-to-business service companies include designers, (non-exhibiting) service providers and manufacturer representatives (sales agents). These groups may also attend the Annual CHA Show.
Below is a brief overview of member benefits:
BENEFITS |
EXPLANATION |
| RESEARCH | |
| CHA Attitude & Usage Study | Provides members with the most up-to-date information on participation and behaviors of crafting households. |
| Hands-on Craft Projects in Elementary Schools Study | Elementary school educators have found hands-on crafts projects to be one of the best techniques to enable students to sustain knowledge while instilling a curiosity for and appreciation of learning. |
| The Impact of Hispanic Crafters on the U.S. Craft Industry | Study sought to demonstrate how the Hispanic community, now the largest minority segment in the United States, represents a growth opportunity for the craft industry |
| Member Needs/Satisfaction Survey | Determined members' perceptions and views of CHA´s strategic mission and objectives. |
| MEMBER SAVINGS/DISCOUNT PROGRAMS | |
| FedEx Discount Shipping Program | US member companies can receive discounts on air (up to 24%) and ground shipping (up to 20%). |
| AES Logistics Freight Management Program | Save by routing all LTL, full truckload and intermodal freight |
| Industrial Traffic Consultant,Ray Bohman | Free access to discuss any questions about freight and shipment claims |
| Freight Reports (Over the Road, Ocean Shipping News) | Free, monthly reports about truck and ocean freight |
| MEMBER COMMUNICATIONS | |
| CHA PORTFOLIO | Printed trade magazine mailed to all members. |
| Membership Directory (online) | Current directory of all member companies with address and contact information. |
| Industry Standards Information (online) | A reference library of supply chain management & compliance standards for the craft & hobby industry. |
| CHA Show Directories of Yearly Winter and Summer Shows | A listing of all show exhibitors (alphabetically, product areas and show floor sections) |
The most powerful craft & hobby buying event in the second half of the year.
- 93% stated seeing new products/supplies in the marketplace as their primary reason for attending
- 78% find new suppliers and manufacturers - 89% plan to purchase products or supplies within the next 12 months as a result of what they see
- 96% anticipate ordering within 5 months
- 77% expect to order within first 2 months - 81% of the Attendees represent small businesses of less than 20 employees
- 69% of Winter Show Attendees represent retailers
- 61% independent
- 4% chain, and
- 4% other - 48 states were represented by Attendees
- 19% from other countries - 18.8 hours spread over 3.1 days is how Attendees spend their time visiting exhibits
Exhibitor Login
This feature is for Expo World Asia’s confirmed exhibitors only. It is allowed exhibitors to review and update information online to prepare for their show participations. You will have access to features which may include: update your directory listing, set-up and request exhibitor badges. If you have not received your userName and password, please contact Expo World Asia Ltd. on +852 3107 8328.
Register for Exhibitor Badges
The CHA Winter Show offers current exhibitors an opportunity to register for badges online. Please be advised that exhibitor badges are not mailed - they are only available for pick up on show site.
Please click here to register for your exhibitor badges.
Show Directory
As part of your participation in The CHA Winter Show , you receive a free listing in the Official Show Directory which is distributed at the show as well as on this website's exhibitor search.
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Exhibitor Set Up Manual
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