ICAST Week 2016 Is Going to Be Bigger and Better Than EverThe heat is on for the world's largest recreational fishing trade show
Alexandria, Va. – ICAST, the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades, is the world's largest recreational fishing trade show. For the people who have made their passion for fishing their profession, attending this show is about generating new energy and new business. In its 59th year, ICAST is taking place July 12-15, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. Registration and details are available atwww.ICASTfishing.org.
ICASTICAST Week 2016, the largest show yet, will host close to 600 exhibitors, a 650,000-square-foot show floor, a week-long lineup of business and networking events and more than 13,000 attendees. Produced by the American Sportfishing Association (ASA), the trade group that represents the sportfishing industry, ICAST is the venue for launching new fishing products and setting industry trends.
For the fourth year, ICAST and the International Fly Tackle Dealer show (IFTD), the fly tackle-specific show produced by the American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA), are co-locating in the Orange County Convention Center on the same days with the same show hours. A new attraction on the ICAST show floor is a Marine Accessories Pavilion, hosted by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).
"We've been hearing nothing but positive feedback about adding the Marine Accessories Pavilion to an already total-fishing experience with the co-location with IFTD," said Trade Show Director Ken Andres. "This is a win-win-win for ASA, AFFTA and NMMA and we're all looking forward to the biggest trade show ever this July in Orlando."
Andres further said, "I suggest that everyone check both the ICAST show schedule and the entire ICASTfishing.org website for everything that's taking place during ICAST Week 2016."
ICAST Super Tuesday is Simply - Super
Launched two years ago, Super Tuesday is one of the fastest growing segments of industry's trade show.
Main attractions on this year's Tuesday schedule include an Opening Night Concert at the convention center with Nashville's newest star, Cole Swindell. USA TODAY named his performance as the "Biggest Moment" of the night during this year's CMA Music Festival. Open only to ICAST and IFTD badge holders, this is a concert that is not to be missed. Tickets are $30 and are available through ICAST/IFTD registration and will also be available onsite. The concert begins at 8:00 p.m.
Lake Toho Marina is the site for the ICAST Cup – the industry bass fishing tournament produced by ICAST and FLW. The tournament brings together professional anglers with representatives from the industry and outdoor media for some friendly competition and bragging rights until next year's event.
On the Water is a key destination for buyers and media. Held in Kissimmee Lakefront Park, adjacent to Lake Toho Marina, it's a perfect location for ICAST exhibitors to demonstrate their products for dealers and media representatives.
There's also the Bass & Birdies Classic, a golf tournament combined with a fishing competition, at the beautiful Celebration Golf Club, presented by Florida Sportsman. All these events take place on Tuesday, July 12.
Pre-registration is required for the ICAST Cup and the Bass & Birdies Classic.
Shuttle buses, courtesy of Experience Kissimmee, will run continuously from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. outside of the A/B Lobby of the Orange County Convention Center West Building.
Proceeds from the ICAST Cup and the Bass & Birdies tournaments support ASA's Keep America Fishing® angler advocacy campaign. "ICAST is a global event that brings fishing industry representatives together and reminds us why our sport and our industry are so special," said ASA President and CEO Mike Nussman. "The show is the best chance to engage face-to-face with everyone in fishing, see all the latest examples of the industry's ingenuity, gain some inspiration, good ideas, and new business contact from around the world."
Enhance Your Show Experience with the ICAST App and Social Media
ICAST Mobile AppICAST has a new app for 2016. The app has many more features that will help exhibitors and attendees alike while onsite such as maps, events and exhibitors. To download the ICAST app to your smart device, visit the ICAST website www.ICASTfishing.org or go to iTunes or Google Play.
While you're at it, hop on the social media bandwagon and make ICAST 2016 the most social and productive show you've ever had using our social media platforms. We invite you to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news on the show and live updates from the show. Use #ICASTshow and @ICASTshow for the deepest reach into our social media community. For more information, email icast@asafishing.org.
It Isn't ICAST without the Trade Show Traditions
Ken Schmidt, one of the key players in creating the Harley-Davidson Motor Company's world-wide brand, is this year's State of the Industry Breakfast keynote speaker. Ken is one of the most in-demand speakers and communications consultants in America and is an avid angler! The State of the Industry Breakfast takes place just before the show floor opens on Wednesday morning, July 13. The breakfast also includes remarks from ASA President and CEO Mike Nussman and Frank Peterson, president and CEO, Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation, who will offer their perspectives on the short- and long-term issues affecting the sportfishing community and an outlook for the future. Tickets are required.
ICAST's traditional star attraction, the New Product Showcase, sponsored by Fishing Tackle Retailer, will spotlight innovations in 24 categories this year. Buyers and outdoor media representatives serve as judges, getting an advance look at the plethora of products during the New Product Showcase Preview Reception held on Tuesday, July 12, on the show floor. Winners are announced at the Chairman's Industry Awards reception, a celebratory gathering sponsored this year by Costa, on Wednesday, July 13, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Orange County Convention Center.
On Wednesday, July 13, and Thursday, July 14, there are a full-range of business development seminars led by professionals, that include business improvement, retail data, trends in outdoor recreation and how to use social media to enhance your business. The sessions are free to all badged ICAST and IFTD attendees. The sessions are held during show hours in Room 209A in the Orange County Convention Center.
Thank You ICAST 2016 Sponsors ASA would like to thank its generous members who signed on as ICAST sponsors. Our ICAST 2016 sponsors are: Gold - American Heroes Channel; Columbia Sportswear; Costa; Crocodile Bay Resort; Discovery's Destination America; Experience Kissimmee; Florida Sportsmen; FLW, LLC; FTR Media, LLC; Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation and Visit Orlando; Silver – American Tackle Company; Bonnier Corporation; FishHunter; GoPro; Huk Performance Fishing; Kid Casters; LIVETARGET Lures; Outdoor Sportsman Group and Pure Fishing, Inc.; Bronze – Beyond Coastal; Buck Knives; Chums; Classic Fishing Products, Inc.; FishAngler, LLC; H2Outdoors Clothing Company and Sunsect – World-Class Insect Repellent + Sunscreen. The list is current as of June 14, 2016.
ICAST and IFTD are trade-only events and not open to the general public. Badges are required for all events. All badges will need to be picked up on site.
Alexandria, Va. – ICAST, the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades, is the world's largest recreational fishing trade show. For the people who have made their passion for fishing their profession, attending this show is about generating new energy and new business. In its 59th year, ICAST is taking place July 12-15, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. Registration and details are available atwww.ICASTfishing.org.
ICASTICAST Week 2016, the largest show yet, will host close to 600 exhibitors, a 650,000-square-foot show floor, a week-long lineup of business and networking events and more than 13,000 attendees. Produced by the American Sportfishing Association (ASA), the trade group that represents the sportfishing industry, ICAST is the venue for launching new fishing products and setting industry trends.
For the fourth year, ICAST and the International Fly Tackle Dealer show (IFTD), the fly tackle-specific show produced by the American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA), are co-locating in the Orange County Convention Center on the same days with the same show hours. A new attraction on the ICAST show floor is a Marine Accessories Pavilion, hosted by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).
"We've been hearing nothing but positive feedback about adding the Marine Accessories Pavilion to an already total-fishing experience with the co-location with IFTD," said Trade Show Director Ken Andres. "This is a win-win-win for ASA, AFFTA and NMMA and we're all looking forward to the biggest trade show ever this July in Orlando."
Andres further said, "I suggest that everyone check both the ICAST show schedule and the entire ICASTfishing.org website for everything that's taking place during ICAST Week 2016."
ICAST Super Tuesday is Simply - Super
Launched two years ago, Super Tuesday is one of the fastest growing segments of industry's trade show.
Main attractions on this year's Tuesday schedule include an Opening Night Concert at the convention center with Nashville's newest star, Cole Swindell. USA TODAY named his performance as the "Biggest Moment" of the night during this year's CMA Music Festival. Open only to ICAST and IFTD badge holders, this is a concert that is not to be missed. Tickets are $30 and are available through ICAST/IFTD registration and will also be available onsite. The concert begins at 8:00 p.m.
Lake Toho Marina is the site for the ICAST Cup – the industry bass fishing tournament produced by ICAST and FLW. The tournament brings together professional anglers with representatives from the industry and outdoor media for some friendly competition and bragging rights until next year's event.
On the Water is a key destination for buyers and media. Held in Kissimmee Lakefront Park, adjacent to Lake Toho Marina, it's a perfect location for ICAST exhibitors to demonstrate their products for dealers and media representatives.
There's also the Bass & Birdies Classic, a golf tournament combined with a fishing competition, at the beautiful Celebration Golf Club, presented by Florida Sportsman. All these events take place on Tuesday, July 12.
Pre-registration is required for the ICAST Cup and the Bass & Birdies Classic.
Shuttle buses, courtesy of Experience Kissimmee, will run continuously from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. outside of the A/B Lobby of the Orange County Convention Center West Building.
Proceeds from the ICAST Cup and the Bass & Birdies tournaments support ASA's Keep America Fishing® angler advocacy campaign. "ICAST is a global event that brings fishing industry representatives together and reminds us why our sport and our industry are so special," said ASA President and CEO Mike Nussman. "The show is the best chance to engage face-to-face with everyone in fishing, see all the latest examples of the industry's ingenuity, gain some inspiration, good ideas, and new business contact from around the world."
Enhance Your Show Experience with the ICAST App and Social Media
ICAST Mobile AppICAST has a new app for 2016. The app has many more features that will help exhibitors and attendees alike while onsite such as maps, events and exhibitors. To download the ICAST app to your smart device, visit the ICAST website www.ICASTfishing.org or go to iTunes or Google Play.
While you're at it, hop on the social media bandwagon and make ICAST 2016 the most social and productive show you've ever had using our social media platforms. We invite you to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news on the show and live updates from the show. Use #ICASTshow and @ICASTshow for the deepest reach into our social media community. For more information, email icast@asafishing.org.
It Isn't ICAST without the Trade Show Traditions
Ken Schmidt, one of the key players in creating the Harley-Davidson Motor Company's world-wide brand, is this year's State of the Industry Breakfast keynote speaker. Ken is one of the most in-demand speakers and communications consultants in America and is an avid angler! The State of the Industry Breakfast takes place just before the show floor opens on Wednesday morning, July 13. The breakfast also includes remarks from ASA President and CEO Mike Nussman and Frank Peterson, president and CEO, Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation, who will offer their perspectives on the short- and long-term issues affecting the sportfishing community and an outlook for the future. Tickets are required.
ICAST's traditional star attraction, the New Product Showcase, sponsored by Fishing Tackle Retailer, will spotlight innovations in 24 categories this year. Buyers and outdoor media representatives serve as judges, getting an advance look at the plethora of products during the New Product Showcase Preview Reception held on Tuesday, July 12, on the show floor. Winners are announced at the Chairman's Industry Awards reception, a celebratory gathering sponsored this year by Costa, on Wednesday, July 13, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Orange County Convention Center.
On Wednesday, July 13, and Thursday, July 14, there are a full-range of business development seminars led by professionals, that include business improvement, retail data, trends in outdoor recreation and how to use social media to enhance your business. The sessions are free to all badged ICAST and IFTD attendees. The sessions are held during show hours in Room 209A in the Orange County Convention Center.
Thank You ICAST 2016 Sponsors ASA would like to thank its generous members who signed on as ICAST sponsors. Our ICAST 2016 sponsors are: Gold - American Heroes Channel; Columbia Sportswear; Costa; Crocodile Bay Resort; Discovery's Destination America; Experience Kissimmee; Florida Sportsmen; FLW, LLC; FTR Media, LLC; Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation and Visit Orlando; Silver – American Tackle Company; Bonnier Corporation; FishHunter; GoPro; Huk Performance Fishing; Kid Casters; LIVETARGET Lures; Outdoor Sportsman Group and Pure Fishing, Inc.; Bronze – Beyond Coastal; Buck Knives; Chums; Classic Fishing Products, Inc.; FishAngler, LLC; H2Outdoors Clothing Company and Sunsect – World-Class Insect Repellent + Sunscreen. The list is current as of June 14, 2016.
ICAST and IFTD are trade-only events and not open to the general public. Badges are required for all events. All badges will need to be picked up on site.
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