Early Bird Deadline Extended

We’re pleased to announce that the Early Bird deadline for conference registration has been extended to May 17, 2008. We are able to offer this extension because the number of retailers who have registered so far has been outstanding and has allowed us to firm up our contracts with the Hilton Waikoloa and the airlines. This gives us the flexibility to extend the deadline and gives you another 2 months to take advantage of the early bird savings of $500.

The conference is being held February 22nd through 28th, 2009 at the Hilton Waikoloa Resort on the Big Island of Hawaii. Your registration includes 7 days and 6 nights for 2 at a beautiful world-class resort, where you’ll join retailers from across the country to hear from business and industry leaders, discuss common issues, share ideas and success stories. All the while you’ll be able to enjoy the lush tropical grounds of the resort and take part in relaxing and fun leisure-time activities.

Your registration includes everything from hotel and airfare to meals, entertainment, and even many special gifts during your stay. The cost per couple is $4799 during our extended early bird registration, after May 17, 2008 the cost will be $5299. If you don’t have your registration form handy, you can download a copy from the conference website.

Don’t lose out on a great way to save $500. Just send in your conference registration today. You’ll enjoy the extra savings, and we’ll look forward to seeing you in Hawaii in February, 2009.

Comedian Wayne Brady to appear at the 2009 National Retailer Conference

We’re pleased to announce that Emmy award-winning comedian, actor and singer Wayne Brady will be on stage to entertain you at the 2009 National Retailer Conference.

Heralded as “pure genius,” “hysterically funny” and “amazing,” Brady’s comedy show is a guaranteed hit. Proving that he is one of the most versatile entertainers in show business, Brady structures his show in the classic variety show style, incorporating improv, singing and dance tributes to some of his biggest inspirations.

Brady is well known for his hilarious improvised antics, unique musical talents and limitless impersonation skills as showcased on the hit show “Whose Line is it Anyway?”, for which he won an Emmy. Brady went on to host his own syndicated talk/variety show “The Wayne Brady Show” for two years. Brady picked up two Emmys for Outstanding Talk Show Host and the show won an Emmy for Outstanding Talk Show. He is currently hosting a television game show “Don’t Forget the Lyrics”, which airs on Fox on Thursday evening at 9 Eastern/ 8 Central.

Brady began his career performing in local theaters in Orlando, FL. In 2005, he completed a run playing Billy Flynn in the Broadway production of Chicago.

In addition to his TV show, Brady is a regular headliner at the Venetian in Las Vegas and is ranked by many as the hottest act on the Strip. He will be appearing at the conference after dinner on Day 3, Tuesday, February 24th, 2009. If you haven’t already done so, register today and look forward to a great evening’s entertainment by Wayne Brady.