What was StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas 2008 really like? Take it from those who participated and read what the industry had to say about the #1 North American stone industry event.

2008 Attendees

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"We went to the show for the first time, all the way from Puerto Rico. But what an experience, it was worth it. We found all we were looking for and a little more. Not only good, new products and tools but the seminars, forums and technical shows were refreshing and well selected for the market and economic condition. We are going to become members of MIA. See you next year at the Gala!" -- Karen Adan, Caros Lopez and Pablo Blanche, Gem Stones Marmoleria

"The time I spent at StonExpo was more valuable than shows past. I made the trip because I knew that now is the time to get serious about our business. People are really willing to go the extra mile during this slower market. Throughout the convention, I was able to build relationships with both fabricators whom we service and our vendors who support our goals. I urge anybody who decided to pass on this year's show to be there in 2009. I will be there..." -- Ben Israel, BladeRunnerTools.com

"The show was a real success for me, as I concentrated this trip on networking. I have already closed one deal and have a three more in the works." -- Tony Arena, Accmg Group/StoneWork Consultants

 

2008 Exhibitors

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 “Entering our product in the New Product Pavilion (NPP) was definitely worth it (would have been even if we did not win the contest!).  Many people who came by the booth had already seen our new product in the NPP, and were ready with specific questions.  Not only was it additional exposure, but it was an opportunity to show our product BEFORE the show opened each day.  I highly recommend that all companies with new products participate in the NPP at the next show.”  -- Amy Livingston, Omni Cubed, Inc. 

“StonExpo 2008 exceeded our expectations for both traffic volume and quality of leads.” -- Bill Elliott, Northwood Designs

"We couldn’t have asked for a better response to our flip table.  This was our first trade show ever and it beat our expectations as to the amount of sales and warm leads we walked away with.  Our neighboring exhibitors were incredible sources of information as we drew on their past experiences to adapt to our unexpected popularity.   It was an incredible experience for us even though we made a few mistakes.   Not registering for the new product showcase was a big one – we won’t miss that one next time.The show lasted three days and our booth was busy from the first hour to the very end." -- Keith Watters, WF Enterprises 

“We were extremely gratified by the number of MIA members who did come to Las Vegas and StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas. Our experience was that they were there for serious business reasons. The attendees were there to look at new technology, new machinery and new ideas for expanding their business. All in all, it was a fine meeting for the MIA.” -- Gary Distelhorst, Marble Institute of America

"StonExpo is, without question, most valuble educational tool in the Stone Industry today. We attend StonExpo every year to meet and network with the movers and shakers of the Stone Industry as StonExpo has become THE premiere stone event of the year. We, at the Stone Fabricator's Alliance, support StonExpo and encourage all our members to attend as this show represents the best opportunity to view and research cutting-edge products and machines." -- Ron Hannah, Cadenza Marble & Granite

“We were expecting StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas to be a ghost town, so I was quite shocked to find a large line of fabricators waiting outside of the show on opening day. We were quite pleased with the attendees, especially considering the current state of the economy. Overall the show was well done and exceeded our expectations!” -- Mike Saraylian, Blick Industries