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SEMINARS, EVENTS & FEATURES We invite you to Visit the 28th Annual LLHA Show! For 2008, we've packed our bags in favour of a little "northern exposure"! Just steps north of our previous South Hall "D" location, the beautiful and modern Toronto Congress Centre North will feature: an attractive Canadian-themed lobby environment accessible directly from all halls which includes live trees, water elements and aviaries, as well as lobby registration counters, the latest A/V /sound systems/ internet capability, higher ceilings, easier access to loading docks and drive-up doors, onsite restaurants and seminar rooms, ample free parking, nearby access to Highways and Pearson Airport, an eco-friendly emphasis on conservation and sustainability including superior air quality, natural light, green roof technologies, and more. A great NEW home for YOUR National Show!

This year, Canada's National Show truly begins a NEW era, featuring: A diverse and ever-increasing range of Fashion Accessories, now represented in over 75% of Exhibitor booths. 25% of our Show Buyers now choose LLHA as their destination for accessories. A brand-new, elegant and eco-friendly Show building with improved amenities and functionality An earlier mid-April timeframe even better suited to Buyers' seasonal requirements A refurbished and renovated host hotel: the Airport Marriott (our Show Headquarters for attendees and exhibitors) Buyers will be treated to their annual sneak preview of all the latest trends and designs visible in the 10,000+ new products to be launched by over 125 Exhibitors in over 400 booths, including over 25 Exhibitors either making first appearances (or return engagements!). We feature all of Canada's top suppliers under one roof, for this "Industry Event of the Year". The 2007 Show was one of our largest and most diverse ever, including the highest number of new exhibitors to date! We look forward to an even better 2008. Our Exhibitors are eager to showcase their latest products to the Show’s Retailers, a database of registrants representing over 5,000 of the top Buyers from across North America, from such categories as: Luggage/Travel Stores, Handbag Stores, Fashion Boutiques, Shoe Stores, Apparel Stores, Gift Stores, Independent Chains, Department Stores, General Retailers, Premium Incentive Buyers and more. Our many FREE Show Features, including guest speakers, prizes, a gala reception, internet café, massage services and more, will ensure that your buying experience will be profitable and enjoyable! Come check out the all-NEW LLHA Show. Enjoy 3 days in our spectacular surroundings to preview the Industry’s essential items for 2008-2009, from the largest piece of luggage down to the smallest piece of jewellery, and everything in between: LUGGAGE * PERSONAL LEATHER GOODS * HANDBAGS * FASHION ACCESSORIES * TRAVEL ACCESSORIES* TRUNKS * SPECIALTY BAGS * EVENING BAGS * WALLETS * BELTS * BUSINESS CASES * ATTACHES * BACKPACKS * UMBRELLAS * JEWELLERY * GLOVES * MITTS * HATS * SCARVES * GARMENT BAGS * COATS * VESTS * SHAWLS * SUNGLASSES * GROOMING KITS * PENS * WATCHES * PORTFOLIOS * DESK ACCESSORIES * AGENDAS * LEATHER CARE PRODUCTS * AND MUCH MORE!

HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2007…


The 27th LLHA Show arrived again at the elegant Toronto Congress Centre, featuring the theme:
IT'S NO JOKE…..This is the only place to see it all! An emphasis on the wide range of quality products and designs now on display, with the LLHA Show having expanded its offerings over the last decade to the point where it truly is an Industry "one-stop-shop"!

LLHA had another strong Exhibitor showing, with over 400 Booths representing 135 Exhibitors including 37 New Participants, our most new participants ever. Many of the Show’s New Exhibitors represented the Fashion Accessory category - an ever-growing Exhibitor segment in the LLHA Show, as Buyers search more & more for that perfect piece of jewellery, or belt or other accessory to complement their purchases of handbags and other traditional LLHA items. The number of Buyers visiting LLHA to purchase Fashion Accessories has increased over 62% since 2000!

In keeping with the show’s theme, Retailers were truly laughing all the way to the booth with $10,000 in their pockets to spend at the show. A number of lucky buyers won this “funny money” to spend at the booth(s) of their choice - always a welcome surprise for the other lucky recipients of this money, the exhibitors! Seminar speaker Jeff Mowatt gave an entertaining presentation, sharing his valuable principles on how to create trust for suppliers and retailers, with: "The Art of Client Service....Influence with Ease®" Perennial favourite Randy Harris of Trendex North America was back for his 6th appearance to give his statistical insights into the year that was in the Industry, with his: "Update on the Canadian Luggage and Leathergoods Retail Market". The LLHA Association’s annual President’s Reception at the Airport Marriott was another well-attended hit, with Buyers, Exhibitors and other LLHA Members celebrating the upcoming Show with delicious cuisine, coveted industry awards, music, and in honour of the Show theme, some hilarious stand-up comedy entertainment! Overall, the Show also had another terrific assortment of Buyer "bells and whistles": Special Hotel Rates including Shuttle Bus Service, Free Parking, Free Admittance, $10,000 in Prize Money, President’s Reception, Randy Harris and Jeff Mowatt Seminars, Neck & Shoulder Massage, Internet Café and more!




Pre-register now! Click on WANT TO VISIT?

Click on EXHIBITORS, BRANDS & FLOORPLAN to view the current Exhibitor and Brands lists, and click on EXHIBITOR PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT for a more detailed look at some of our 2008 Exhibitors and their latest offerings!

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SHOW IS FOR TRADE ONLY. BUSINESS I.D. MUST BE SHOWN FOR ADMITTANCE THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND CHILDREN UNDER 16 (including infants) WILL NOT BE ADMITTED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.

2008 SHOW FEATURES FOR BUYERS Visit the 28th Annual LLHA Show.... and treat yourself to a bit of our "northern hospitality"! LUGGAGE, LEATHERGOODS, HANDBAGS AND ACCESSORIES ASSOCIATION OF CANADA

	ACCESSORIZE, ACCESSORIZE ACCESSORIZE!
	Have you considered visiting the LLHA Show in the past, but figured you would just see the show’s traditional categories: luggage, personal leathergoods, handbags and travel accessories? Think again…… over the last decade the LLHA Show has expanded the definition of "LLHA" to include Exhibitors showing a number of NEW categories including FASHION ACCESSORIES, featuring products such as: jewellery, jewellery boxes, grooming sets, sunglasses, watches, pens, keychains, scarves, mitts, gloves, hats, coats, shoes, boots, belts, vests, shawls, socks, sandals, slippers, and more! These Exhibitors represent a growing segment at LLHA, as retailers search for the ideal accessories to complement their regular purchases. In fact, this diverse and ever-increasing range of Fashion Accessories is now represented in over 75% of Exhibitor Booths, with 25% of our Show Buyers choosing LLHA as their accessories destination! LLHA is now the largest Handbag & Accessory Show In Canada. This year, you can visit the other same old shows, or you can come see what you’ve been missing!
	THIS YEAR, SOME LUCKY BUYERS WILL BE STROLLING IN OUR NEW HOME, WITH: THOUSANDS IN PRIZE MONEY IN THEIR POCKETS!
		It's back! Your opportunity to win BIG MONEY to spend on Exhibitor products while at the Show! Daily draws at the LLHA Booth (and some special draws at the 2 seminars) will determine the lucky Retailers to win thousands of dollars in prize money to spend at the booth(s) of their choice! Simply apply this money towards purchases you make during your visit, and the value of each voucher will be paid on your behalf courtesy of the LLHA Association! Drop by the LLHA Booth at Show Entrance and enter each day for your chance to win. Then listen carefully to all P.A. Announcements…your name might be next!
	IF THERE'S SUCH A THING AS AN INDUSTRY "CRYSTAL BALL", HE'S GOT ONE.........
	Presenting a Seminar by RANDY HARRIS OF TRENDEX NORTH AMERICA, entitled: "Update on the 2007 Canadian Luggage and Leathergoods Retail Market" Tuesday April 15   8:00 am - 9:00 am Toronto Congress Centre - Hall I-J **Includes Continental Breakfast - from 7:30am** This popular speaker is back again to report on the year that was in the Industry! Be treated to his entertaining, humourous and insightful analysis of current retail purchase patterns and recent growth rates, retailer and price point trends and brand shares, and much more. Trendex has developed a reputation as the definitive source of consumer market intelligence for the Canadian and Mexican markets, and its client list includes many in the Fortune 500. After 7 years of Randy’s analysis, many Retailers consider this annual seminar a “must visit” for its wealth of topical Industry information, its insights into the relative positioning of the key Industry players, and its perspectives on past and future trends. Enjoy this valuable snapshot of the Industry in 2007, from the President of one of Canada's leading consumer market research firms! His many value-added interpretations into the latest Industry statistics have great value for any seminar attendees: as a means to analyze both the potential of suppliers in different territories and their performance as a tool rank ordering the potential of individual retailers as an input into presentations and sales plans developed for individual retailers as a factual basis for developing marketing / advertising plans as a tool for company executives to monitor industry developments / trends EMAIL, FAX, OR MAIL IN THE FORM TO: Luggage, Leathergoods, Handbags and Accessories Association of Canada Postal Station A, P.O. Box 144, Toronto, Ontario M9C 4V2 Tel: 866-872-2420    Fax: 519-624-6408   E-mail: info@llha.ca  Web:www.llha.ca Contact: Catherine Genge
	INVEST AN HOUR WITH A LOSS PREVENTION EXPERT, AND YOU’LL HAVE NOTHING TO LOSE…
	The Retail Council of Canada presents a Seminar by RANDY NELSON OF PRO ACTIVE MEASURES, entitled: "Loss Prevention 101" Monday April 14   8:00 am - 9:00 am Toronto Congress Centre - Hall I-J **Includes Continental Breakfast - from 7:30am** Retailers, corporations, property owners experience losses daily resulting from external theft, fraud, property damage and dishonest employees. The Retail Council of Canada reports losses to Canadian retailers in excess of $3 billion dollars annually. With over 15 years in Retail Loss Prevention, Randy Nelson of Pro Active Measures is an expert in helping organizations heighten awareness, minimize risk and vulnerability, plug the holes in their leaking “profit bucket”, and ultimately reduce or even recover losses through his “Civil Loss Recovery Program” - a great deterrent, and paid for by the alleged offenders themselves! 7 Key Topics will be Featured by this Specialist in Loss Prevention: External Theft & Fraud Employee Dishonesty…yes it happens Organized Theft Rings Counterfeit Currency Debit & Credit Card Fraud Little or No Cost Deterrent Programs Free or Low Cost Tips to Implement Randy has a reputation and credibility that are second to none. As a former member of the Toronto Police Service, owner of a Private Investigation Agency and Co-Chair of the Loss Prevention Committee with the RCC, he has helped design and implement loss prevention programs for many different retail environments. Featured on the CTV News show “W-5”, his consulting firm Pro Active Measures has 25 years experience, proudly claiming: If we haven’t seen it, it hasn’t been invented yet! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn some unique and valuable insights into Loss Prevention. EMAIL, FAX, OR MAIL IN THE FORM TO: Luggage, Leathergoods, Handbags and Accessories Association of Canada Postal Station A, P.O. Box 144, Toronto, Ontario M9C 4V2 Tel: 866-872-2420    Fax: 519-624-6408   E-mail: info@llha.ca  Web:www.llha.ca Contact: Catherine Genge
	PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION - Saturday April 12 - New time 7pm Grand Ballroom, Marriott Toronto Airport Your annual Show Headquarters, now newly renovated!
	All Buyers, Exhibitors and other LLHA Members are invited to enjoy some well-deserved R&R at the Industry's annual gala as we kick-off the 2008 Show, at the luxurious Marriott Toronto Airport: 901 Dixon Rd., Toronto - 416-674-9400 or 1-800-905-2811. Enjoy a cocktail with your key Suppliers and Industry colleagues, followed by a delicious dinner and entertainment, and toast the Retailer and Supplier winners of 2008's top awards....all courtesy of the LLHA Association! DON'T MISS THE INDUSTRY EVENT OF THE SEASON! Back by popular demand, the LLHA Association is pleased to present the 4th edition of our exciting: § ¨ LLHA Charity Casino ©ª Give to some worthy causes, as you gamble Vegas-style with blackjack, poker & more….a game for everyone! Your initial gambling money is provided, then you can buy more for charity as you play! And if Lady Luck smiles, later in the evening you can convert your winning chips into entries for our draws to win some GREAT PRIZES! A-BUCK-A-BEVERAGE FOR CHARITY! Compliments of the LLHA Association, all beverages purchased during the evening will again cost only $1 - with all proceeds donated to worthy causes. Your once-a-year opportunity to enjoy a drink or two AND feel good about it the next morning! NOTE: For Buyers, Exhibitors & LLHA Association members only. (wholesalers, manufacturers, distributors, importers, agents and other non-buyers will not be admitted) Restricted to those 19 years of age or older. Badges must be worn for entry. Show Pre-registration services will be available at the Marriott from 5:00pm- 7:00pm. Receive your Show admittance badge in advance and avoid the lineups on Sunday! Return Shuttle Bus Service to the President's Reception will be provided from the Doubletree International Plaza Hotel & The Crowne Plaza Hotel.
	FREE NECK & SHOULDER MASSAGE
	On Sunday and Monday, take a break and drop in for a FREE massage, courtesy of the LLHA Association! This quiet rest area is a draped enclosure located near the Show Office.
	FREE INTERNET CAFÉ
	It's back..... The LLHA Association presents another opportunity to surf to your heart's content! Stay connected during the Show with our complimentary internet service located near the LLHA Booth at Show Entrance.
	FREE CAPPUCCINO LOUNGE
	NEW: While you shop the Show, drop by for a delicious cappuccino compliments of the LLHA Association! The lounge is located not far from Show Entrance, on the 300-1300 aisle.
	ONSITE RESTAURANT AREA
	Enjoy this quality restaurant conveniently located just inside the Show Entrance. We encourage you to take a moment to relax and enjoy a delicious lunch, snack or refreshing beverage!
	FREE SHOW ADMITTANCE
	Qualified Buyers receive free admittance to the Show. Just click on WANT TO VISIT? for details on qualification & admittance.
	AUTOMATIC BADGE MAILING
	Any Qualified Buyers who attended the LLHA Show in 2007 do not need to re-register or re-qualify! Your badge(s) for 2008 will be mailed automatically, arriving approximately 2 weeks prior to Showtime. Please contact us with any attendee name or address updates, or spelling corrections, PRIOR TO FEBRUARY 29, 2008. If you have not attended since 2006 or earlier, you must re-register and re-qualify your Buyer status in order to receive 2008 Show badges. Just click on WANT TO VISIT? to access our online registration form.
	V.I.P. EARLY/LATE ADMITTANCE PROGRAM
	An extra 5 hours to shop the Show! 8:00 am - 9:00 am (Sunday, Monday & Tuesday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (Sunday & Monday only) Take advantage of our V.I.P. Program for Buyers with busy schedules who require a little extra time to shop the Show. Any Qualified Buyer may enter the Show as early as 8:00 am, one full hour prior to the official 9:00 am Show opening. Buyers may also continue placing orders up to one full hour after the official 6:00 Show closing (Sunday & Monday only - Buyers must remain within the Exhibitor booth, and are not permitted to walk the aisles after Show closing). NOTE: Buyers who wish to make use of this program must have confirmed appointments with Exhibitors. For appointments between 8:00 am - 9:00 am, Buyers are asked to have the Exhibitors notify Show Management with at least one day’s notice, in order for Building Security to be alerted to allow admittance. Buyers are to be met by the Exhibitor at Show Entrance and proceed directly to the Exhibitor booth(s), since walking the aisles during this hour is not permitted.

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WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THE SHOW! Questions? Please contact us: The Luggage, Leathergoods, Handbags & Accessories Show is Produced by: PRO-SHO INC. 15 Lesmill Rd, Unit 7, Toronto, Ontario  M3B 2T3 Tel: (416) 229-2060    Toll Free: 1-800-896-7469     Fax: (416) 223-2826 E-mail: prosho@meteorshows.com