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In May, the popular New England Industrial Woodworking Expo® will return to Hartford, Conn. This will be the only professional exhibition directed at the woodworking industry in the region this year. In addition to over 300 exhibitors and 4,000 attendees, there will be numerous new product introductions and a wide-ranging series of professional seminars and roundtable discussions.

The New England Expo will take place May 2-3, 2008, at the Connecticut Expo Center, 265 Reverend Moody Overpass, Hartford, Conn. Hours are 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. on Saturday. The show is presented by TSI Expos of Claremont, NC.

Located halfway between New York City and Boston, the New England Expo is just two hours from two of the nation’s largest and most vibrant cities. This means exceptional opportunities for both exhibitors and attendees to tap into this market. Since its inception in 1997 the New England Expo has been a sell-out each time it has been held.

Guests can gain free admission to the Expo by visiting www.newenglandwoodexpo.com and following the “Guest” links. Use CTPR for the free pass code to register for FREE.

TSI Expos give industry professionals the opportunity to catch up on the newest products, trends, and business practices. This year, the professional seminars are highlighted by:

Friday, May 2

How To Be a Moneymaker As a Cabinetmaker: 9:30-11 a.m.
Success doesn’t just happen. With a solid business plan, growth and achievement goals, and constant attention to quality and the bottom-line, success is much more likely.Presented by the Cabinet Makers Association.

Penetrating The Pricing Puzzle: 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m.
This seminar provides cabinet shops and other woodworking entrepreneurs with information on how to price their work successfully.

The Art & Psychology of Selling: 1:30 -3 p.m.
Some people are born to sell, others need a little help. Learn valuable tips on making contacts, presenting bids and closing the deal. Presented by the Cabinet Makers Association.

Introduction to Woodworking Dust Collection: 3:15 -4:15 p.m.
Learn how to put together a basic system; collectors, air flow details, pipe and fittings, manufacturing and assembly. Presented by Air Handling Systems.

Saturday, May 3

“Psssst. Hey Mister, Wanna Buy A Cabinet?”- Marketing & Advertising For Cabinetmakers: 9:30-11 a.m.