SubscribeThe Retail Packaging Manufacturers Association (RPMA) will hold its 14th convention, A Powerful Vision, March 5-7, 2003 at Disney's Contemporary Resort. The show is the largest of its kind dedicated exclusively to the retail packaging industry.
Every year, RPMA attracts some 150 purveyors of retail packaging products to exhibit during its convention. Attendees are primarily distributor-based companies and manufacturers reps. RPMA organizers aim to have every individual walk away from the conference experience with new concepts, samples and products to take back to their client base – sole proprietors and small boutiques to multinational department store chains.
The RPMA was founded in 1989 by professionals who wanted to develop a yearly event that accommodated business needs specific to manufacturers, reps and distributors of retail packaging products – bows, boxes, bags, labels, tissue, gift wrap, ribbon – to name a few. What has evolved since then is not only a show, but also a full service association that provides comprehensive educational and networking services for retail packaging constituencies internationally.
Fast Facts About Our Show…
- 2003 show, A Powerful Vision, March 5-7, 2003, Contemporary Resort, DisneyWorld, Orlando.
- Up to 150 manufacturers to participate representing wide variety of retail packaging products
- New education day added to conference agenda -- seminars, product presentations and more
- Featured speakers such as Jeff Gitomer, author of The Sales Bible and Ed Rigsbee, national expert on organizational management
- Gallery of Packaging Stars – one-of-a-kind exhibit featuring premier single and coordinated packaging programs of distributors; showcases excellence in total packaging creativity and design
- 2003 New Products – display of innovative new products from exhibiting manufacturers; exclusive to RPMA show only; attendees have first opportunity to see products before they’re mass marketed
Plus…at no extra cost to our attendees…
Complimentary lunches each day of show, roundtable Q&A, business seminars, manufacturer sales presentations, industry wide cocktail reception and welcome reception
Joining Our Ranks…
To find out if your company qualifies for membership in the association contact us immediately and start taking advantage of our latest benefits.
Freight & Shipping Discounts
Through our preferred vendor, GTS (Ground Transportation Services) we offer special freight and shipping rates to RPMA member companies. GTS is a full-service transportation logistics provider that contracts with major national and international carriers to service member’s transportation needs. Once enrolled in the program, RPMA members can coordinate shipping simply by calling, faxing or e-mailing an order. Additional GTS benefits include around-the-clock customer service support, up to 35% savings on freight costs and price quotes. GTS provides many services including less-than-truckload, full truckload, airfreight, emergency shipping services and international.
Publications
The RPMA publishes an electronic newsletter written from the perspective of the distributor and manufacturers rep. In addition all members receive a quarterly newsletter from the association -- RPMA Update. It is circulated to more than 5000 industry professionals throughout the U.S. and abroad. RPMA Update includes helpful information on technology, people and trends.
Training Manual
Education, particularly industry based, is essential to success in retail packaging. The RPMA Training Manual, available on CD, provides fundamental guidelines for determining customer needs and the products to best suit those needs. The Manual has sections on bag styles, boxes, giftwrap, tissue, printing and a glossary. RPMA Members receive discounts on copies purchased.
Publicity & Communications Support
The communications coordinator for the RPMA is available to assist members who need guidance on how to develop and execute basic public relations strategies for their companies. Examples of the type of assistance the association provides include writing, editing and disseminating information such as press releases, building a media database, establishing relationships with local and trade related media representatives, special event planning, community relations and general counsel.
Web Site (rpma.org)/Internet Support
Member companies are listed on the rpma.org international map of retail packaging at no charge. Members are given a user identification code for exclusive access to the secured portion of our site. This area provides detailed information on products and services from manufacturers worldwide, articles and more. RPMA Internet services also include a "design your own web page" component and ancillary support.
Enhanced Scholarship Program
RPMA awards three $1000 scholarships each year to college bound or enrolled students of members. These scholarships are based on either academic merit or financial necessity.
Membership Certificate & Recognition
An official RPMA certificate of membership is given to Members to display.
Logo Use
Members in good standing may use the RPMA logo for promotional and advertising purposes. The RPMA logo on your literature indicates your company’s official membership status in the association as well as its pursuit of excellence in the promotion and development of the retail packaging industry.
To make your connection to the retail packaging world check out the RPMA today.
RPMA
P.O. Box 17656
Covington, KY 41017
Tel: +1 859 341 9623
Fax: +1 859 341 9624
www.rpma.org