June 18, 2008

For Immediate Release

Contact: Shelby Hausler 
Marketing Manager
StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas 
Hanley Wood Exhibitions
shausler@hanleywood.com
972.536.6334

AIA Las Vegas Endorses StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas

DALLAS, TEXAS – The Las Vegas Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently signed an agreement to become an Official Endorser of StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas and will co-locate their annual product show with StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas.

"This new partnership forges a bond between the architectural/design communities and the stone industry by uniting both groups under one roof for two powerful events," says Dana Teague, StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas Show Director. "We are excited to see what this relationship will yield and look forward to offering all the attendees another value-add."

The 2008 AIA Las Vegas Product Show will be held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Thursday, October 16th, from 3:00pm - 8:00pm. Participants will register as StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas attendees and one registration will allow them access to both the AIA Product Show and StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas. The AIA Product Show is open to members of the architectural/design communities and will feature about 100 exhibitors and cash prizes.

AIA attendees will also have the opportunity to take advantage of StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas’ extensive educational program and are eligible to register for all seminars, workshops and industry events. Two courses were specifically designed for AIA attendees who plan to attend both events. These two courses will be held on Thursday, October 16th before the AIA Product Show opens and will each offer AIA/CES LUs and HSW credits.

"Because of StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas’ location and reputation in the stone industry, they were a logical partner for us," says Randy Lavigne, Executive Director, AIA Las Vegas. "Being associated with a show of this caliber brings our chapter unparalleled visibility, both regionally and nationally and we are excited to offer StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas’ extensive resources to our attendees."
Registration for both StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas and the 2008 AIA Las Vegas Product Show is now open and available online. Registration for both events is complimentary.*

StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas will be held October 15-18 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information on StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas, please call 866.550.6808 or visit www.StonExpo.com.

About AIA Las Vegas
The Las Vegas Chapter of the American Institute of Architects is composed of members with a strong reputation for professional leadership and bold designs. Established in 1956 and with over 500 architects, associates, emeritus and allied members, they represent a diverse cross-section of the industry. AIA Las Vegas' wide-ranging membership supports the southwest region's unique group of design and construction industry professionals who are involved in all aspects of design and practice from small residential projects to large national and international work for public, private, and institutional clients. AIA Las Vegas is the local connection to others in and affiliated with the profession of architecture and design. AIA provides the best opportunity for sharing information, products, ideas, and resources. Through the chapter programs, events and publications, members exchange professional experiences and knowledge. For more information, visit www.aialasvegas.org.

About StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas
StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas’ Official Sponsors are the Marble Institute of America (MIA) and Natural Stone Council. The mission of the MIA is to promote the use of natural stone and be the world's most authoritative natural stone information resource. Membership in the association is worldwide and includes over 2,000 natural stone producers, exporters/importers, distributors/wholesalers, fabricators, finishers, installers, and industry suppliers—all committed to the highest standards of workmanship and ethics.

The Natural Stone Council, home of the Genuine Stone® brand, is the leader in the stone industry that represents the major associations who are committed to promotion and education of the industry and general public of the value and benefits of natural stone. Member associations include: Allied Stone Industries, Building Stone Institute, Elberton Granite Association, Indiana Limestone Institute, Marble Institute of America, National Building Granite Quarries Association, National Slate Association and Natural Stone Alliance.

StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas’ Official Endorsers are Veronafiere/Marmomacc, Milanez & Milaneze/Vitória Stone Fair and AIA Las Vegas.

About Hanley Wood
Hanley Wood, LLC, is the premier media company serving housing and construction. Through four operating divisions, the company produces award-winning magazines and Web sites, marquee trade shows and events, rich data and custom marketing solutions. The company also is North America’s leading publisher of home plans. Hanley Wood Exhibitions (Dallas) conducts 18 trade shows, including World of Concrete, one of the top 20 trade show events in the country. Founded in 1976, Hanley Wood is a $250 million company owned by affiliates of JPMorgan Partners, LLC. CCMP Capital Advisors manages the Hanley Wood investment for JPMorgan Partners.

*StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas exhibits admission is complimentary through late September.

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