Article Number : 1664 |
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| Date | 1/17/2007 7:58:40 AM |
| Written By | LGM & Associates Technical Flooring Services |
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| Abstract | Indian Wells, Calif.—The National Association of Floor Covering Distributors’ (NAFCD) initial Distributor Marketplace was a resounding success... |
| Article | Indian Wells, Calif.—The National Association of Floor Covering Distributors’ (NAFCD) initial Distributor Marketplace was a resounding success. More than 70 manufacturers exhibited at the Marketplace, which served as a mini trade show of sorts. The goal for most was to either fill a geographical void in their distribution, upgrade a particular territory or preview a new product or two to existing wholesalers in a setting more intimate than Surfaces or Coverings. Then there were those that chose the Marketplace as their coming-out party, starting from square one in the formation of their distribution network. The NAFCD acknowledged the success of Surfaces and Coverings but identified a void: There was no intimate trade show offering the opportunity for a manufacturer that supports the distribution channel to meet one-on-one with wholesalers without any distractions. |