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The exhibition floorspace Successful return
was extremely busy.

to a live event

The leading US pet trade show Global Pet Expo has returned
to a live and in-person event. Total buyer attendance reached
more than 5 400.

The American Pet Products Asso- ance from mass market variety Showcase garnered over 700
ciation (APPA) and Pet Industry retailers. In addition, Global Pet new product submissions, with
Distributors Association (PIDA) Expo experienced the return of winners announced during the
hosted the pet industry’s pre- international buyers, reporting a Best in Show Awards presentation.
mier event in Orlando, which fea- 49 per cent increase in buyer at- The 2022 Global Learning
tured a show floor spanning 269 tendance from the UK compared Series delivered more than 40
500 net square feet (more than with 2020. sessions with inclusive learning
25 000 m ) of exhibition space. pathways for retailers, distribu-
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Total buyer attendance reached Almost 2 700 booths tors, exhibitors, and special inter-
more than 5 400, with 52 per The show presented 722 exhibit- est groups. Sessions were held
cent of buyers representing ing companies and 2 695 booths by inspiring, experienced speak-
first-time show attendees. Multi- filled with the latest and greatest ers and subject matter experts,
unit retailer pet boutiques were in pet product innovations, many providing actionable takeaways
the largest registration group, of which made their debut at this for business growth and success
alongside an increase in attend- year’s event. The New Products in today’s climate.

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