Chalifour Canada Holds Second Annual Retailer Buying Expo
 October 28, 2012 (London, ON) – On October 27 & 28, Chalifour Canada held their second annual two-day Retailer Buying Expo at Place Bonaventure in Montreal, QC. Over 1,800 retailer and vendor attendees gathered from across Canada for the Expo.The sold-out 120,000 sq. ft. Expo floor featured booths from 260 hardware and LBM companies, represented by 950 vendor representatives. 760 retailers representing an array of banners were in attendance. ‘Building a Stronger Tomorrow’ was the theme of this year’s Expo, chosen to convey the  message that we build a stronger future when we work together. Dealers, vendors and Chalifour Canada team members congregated to ensure the opportunity to build success together."This is a true buying show," commented Randy Martin, VP of Merchandise. "The dealers are offered the best deals of the year and the opportunity to see new products and several new categories such as agriculture and automotive. The vendors have the chance to network with customers and take advantage of sales opportunities. By coordinating the Expo, we facilitate by providing a venue to make that happen." "Not only are there unsurpassed buying opportunities," added Andrew Allen, SVP Chalifour Canada, "Chalifour Canada offers a complete support solution for retailers. At the Expo, retailers will find ongoing information sessions to provide E-Catalogue and order entry systems training; the latest in merchandising and planograms; the ability to order electronically right at the Expo; and of course, our industry-leading support team offering the best in customer service." A 6,500 sq. ft. ‘Store on the Floor’ offered dealers the opportunity to explore Chalifour Canada’s plumbing, electrical, paint/décor and hardware offerings. Seventy-five vendors displayed the latest in merchandising and planograms, highlighted by a new plumbing selection and POP program. On Friday night, the event commenced with a welcome reception at Place Bonaventure. The Expo officially opened the following morning at 9:00 am. The Saturday evening program included Dealer and Vendor Awards, recognizing outstanding retailers and top suppliers. Included in the Expo was a 2,500 sq. ft. ACE booth where ACE retailers from across the country found over 2,500 ACE products, such as the prelaunch of the Clark & Kensington paint line, as well as marketing and merchandising services. In addition, retailers had the opportunity to explore new e-learning opportunities such as Brand Place, a new marketing web tool that allows ACE retailers to build and customize a regional flyer; and AWOR (ACE Way Of Retailing), a new ACE library of retail training resources. A 100% Canadian-owned hardware, lumber and building material distribution company, Chalifour Canada Ltd. serves independent home improvement entrepreneurs in every province and territory. From five warehouses and offices in British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec, Chalifour Canada offers full transportation and logistics services, cutting-edge product ordering and inventory management technologies, plus a dedicated national sales team providing in-store retail support. To learn more, visit www.chalifourcanada.com. CHALIFOUR CANADA RETAILER AND VENDOR AWARD RECIPIENTS: Hardware Vendors of the Year: GOLD: Sherwin Williams - Minwax/Thompsons SILVER: King Canada BRONZE: Moen Inc. LBM Vendors of the Year: GOLD: Resisto SILVER: Building Products of Canada BRONZE: Polytarp Products Retailers of the Year: TBA - 30 - For more information, contact: Catherine Brownlow Communications Manager TIM-BR MARTS Ltd. catherine.brownlow@timbrmart.ca 604-598-5474 |
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