See what exhibitors are saying about the 2008 IH/M&RS!
"This show far exceeded our expectations. We came in not knowing what to expect based on economic conditions, but ended up having an absolutely phenomenal show. We saw many management companies and international representation from Latin America. The people who came were serious, talking real numbers and about real projects."
- Koni Kim, CEO & President, Koni Corporation
"Our company was very pleased with the increased participation of international owners and operators, and the amount of interest expressed in the integrated room automation solutions we offer. We had to work harder at this Show due to the economy, but our expectations were exceeded – we once again found quality here."
- John Tavares, Vice President of Marketing, Inncom
"We've been participating in this show for seven years and it's always been a great place to meet high-powered executives and see current customers. With a larger booth presence this year, the experience has been even better. Both the quality of traffic and the quantity was fantastic, with a strong international attendee base as well."
- Laura Bolser, Director of Marketing, Front of the House
"It was great to be back. The owning associations always make this event a wonderful experience. Traffic was great, with all the major players represented. Considering the market, our expectations were exceeded."
- Leo Vogel, Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing, American of Martinsville
"This has always been a good show for our company. This year, we saw most of the chains – Starwood, Marriott, Fairmont and others. Monday was non-stop traffic, with a lot of South and Central America activity."
- Peter Kuzyk, National Sales Manager, Dometic
"This show was fantastic. We came in with a focused product presentation and it worked. Traffic was good and we have 10 significant leads that are asking for immediate attention. We saw great international representation from Canada, Mexico, Ecuador, Costa Rica and Columbia."
- John Glaser, Vice President and General Manager, One Park Avenue
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The International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show, the world's largest showcase and exchange of industry products, trends, and developments, attracts every segment and facet of the industry. The trade show, owned by the Hotel Association of New York City, Inc., the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association, Inc., and the American Hotel & Lodging Association, unveils more than 1,000 exhibitors' products and services and draws more than 35,000 attendees each year. The IH/M&RS also offers dozens of informative seminars, special events, displays, and features. |
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Exhibitors, cleanly organized into vertical market categories, showcase the newest products and services available to the hotel and restaurant industries, including food & beverage, furnishings, technology, equipment, linens, amenities, tableware, cleaning and much more.
The hospitality industry's most influential buyers from hotels, restaurants, purchasing companies, owner groups, design firms, catering and specialty foodservice establishments, dealerships, casinos, resorts and more converge on New York in November to see what's new in the industry. If you purchase or supply products or services for the lodging or foodservice industry, you need to be here!
