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ICAST 2005—The Largest Showcase of Sportfishing Products All Under
One Roof June 14, 2005—ALEXANDRIA, VA—Building on the success of three consecutive sell-out shows, ICAST 2005 once again has a sold-out show floor. The sportfishing industry’s tradeshow is shaping up to be the biggest sportfishing trade event in recent years, with more than 390 exhibitors filling over 1,180 booths to showcase their full product lines and the latest in sportfishing equipment and accessories for industry buyers. “ICAST is the rallying point for our membership and the sportfishing community,” said ASA President and CEO Mike Nussman. “A sold-out show for the fourth year running proves to me that the excitement and unity in the industry is positive and growing. There is no doubt that the continued success of ICAST is directly attributable to the hard work and enthusiasm of our members.” Produced by the American Sportfishing Association, the 48th annual International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades, or ICAST, takes place July 20-22 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The show represents the cornerstone of the sportfishing industry, driving sportfishing companies’ product sales year-round. ICAST is the world’s largest industry event of its kind with more than 1,000 buyers, 1,000 representatives of exhibiting companies, over 500 manufacturers’ reps, and nearly 200 media in attendance. ICAST 2005 is expected to ultimately draw over 6,000 attendees. “ICAST provides buyers and media the opportunity to see everything that is happening in our industry at one time while providing an excellent platform for ASA members to network,” said John Jilling, president of Wright & McGill Company and ASA’s Show Committee chairman. “For buyers, ICAST is the one chance to view the industry’s entire product lines prior to the next fishing season and make those key decisions about next year’s business direction.” Event highlights for this year’s show include: ICAST’s Flagship Feature—New Product Showcase: Over 100 companies have entered hundreds of new products that will make their marketplace debut and compete for Best of Show honors in 12 product categories. New Product Showcase Preview Reception: July 19—Buyers and media hear directly from manufacturers and product designers about hundreds of entries competing for Best of Show honors. Sponsored by Fishing Tackle Retailer/ESPN. Show Specials—More than 100 companies are offering ICAST-only specials, providing industry buyers the best discounts and a head-start on product orders for the next fishing season. Industry Breakfast: Just before the show floor opens on July 20, ASA President and CEO Mike Nussman will provide his state of the industry message followed by keynote speaker, Cindy Garrison, TV host and professional angler and guide. Tickets required. Chairman’s Industry Awards Reception: July 20‚During the reception, the New Product Showcase Best of Show Awards and the “Take Me Fishing” and Retailer of the Year Awards will be announced. Coach Jimmy Johnson, a two-time Super Bowl winner, will also be honored by the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation. Sponsored by Shimano American Corporation. Meet the New Product Showcase Winners—Special Media-only Event: July 21—New for 2005, just before the show opens, media have the opportunity to interview and photograph the New Product Showcase Best of Show winners one-on-one. Additionally, the Manufacturer and Retailer of the Year award winners will also be in attendance. For complete ICAST information please visit www.asafishing.org. ICAST is a trade-only event and is not open to the public. The American Sportfishing Association is the sportfishing industry’s trade association, uniting more than 600 members of the sportfishing and boating industries with state fish and wildlife agencies, federal land and water management agencies, conservation organizations, angler advocacy groups and outdoor journalists. The American Sportfishing Association safeguards and promotes the enduring social, economic and conservation values of sportfishing. |
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