The National Hardware Show, where home improvement experts, builders, re-modelers and other industry leaders and professionals can experience everything home improvement, announces a variety of new sections and categories, additional interactive experiences, enhanced programs, and more taking place May 7-9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
“Simply stated, there are so many new and exciting things happening at NHS 2019 that buyers and retailers can’t afford to miss it,” says Rich Russo, industry VP for the National Hardware Show. “From new categories and sections that address the hottest trends in the industry, to brand new interactive experiences and programs to help attendees better plan their schedule, NHS 2019 will be something the industry continues to talk about well after the show floor closes.”
New Sections and Categories
- Tiny Living: Designed specifically for professionals in the small living, modular and manufactured housing industries, Tiny Living at NHS will allow attendees to discover companies that specialize in products and services for this growing segment of the industry. Those companies – which will be situated within the current NHS Show Floor product categories—will focus on tiny living needs and trends. In addition to new brands on the NHS show floor, Tiny Living at NHS will feature two days of conference programming to help further educate industry professionals on this emerging space. The Small Build & Construction Technology Conference will boast a mixture of interactive panels covering topics such as flat-pack and kit homes, 3-D printed housing, hempcrete housing, generative design, developing tiny house communities, the growing modular movement and more. Key speakers include Tim Costello, CEO of BDX, Inc.; James Casper, founder and CEO of Baya Build, Inc.; Jeff Sample, Contech Crew podcast co-host, JBKnowledge; K. Gabrielle Rapport, founder/executive director at Operation Tiny Home; as well as Zack Giffin and John Weisbarth, co-hosts of Tiny House Nation on A&E.
- Impulse Aisle: This newly designated show floor area will shine a spotlight on those products that aim to meet customers’ needs as they head to the checkout line. The products that are showcased in Impulse Aisle will range from novelty items—both eye-catching and tempting—that consumers might have neglected or forgot to grab before completing their purchase.
- Retail Service Solutions: The Retail Service Solutions area is the perfect place to find products that allow store owners to take their operation to the next level by creating unique and visual merchandising, managing and improving the functionality of their retail stores as well as creating a great buying experience for their customers.
- Show Steals and Deals Attendees will be able to access exclusive deals and show specials through the NHS Mobile App, both pre-show and onsite. In the NHS mobile app, attendees can swipe through a gallery of offers and pick the ones that are of most interest. Once an offer is selected, attendees simply enter an email address to receive their selections with instructions on how to redeem (e.g. visit a booth, go to a website, follow on social media, etc).
NHS Features Experiences and Destinations on the Show Floor
- Interactive Smart Home: The brand new Interactive Smart Home at NHS will give attendees a chance to gain hands-on experience with some of the most-talked about products in the Smart Home category. As they walk through the structured house, attendees will learn more about the featured products through dedicated visuals and demonstrations, creating a realistic and interactive experience in the environment the products were designed for.
- The Backyard Marketplace Located in the Tailgate, Backyard and BBQ section of the show floor, the Backyard Marketplace will be a must-see destination to relax and re-energize, while celebrating favorite and beloved outdoor living brands. This area will be equipped with shade, a hydration station, food, music, entertainment and featured brands with products that are leaders and trending in the outdoor lifestyle category.
To enhance the planning experience for attendees, NHS is also adding to its recommendations program for 2019. For buyers and retailers, not only will NHS offer exhibitor recommendations based on the information that those attendees submit during the registration process, but NHS will also provide product recommendations. Recommendations programs will allow attendees to personalize their onsite experience before touchdown in Las Vegas.
Registration
Registration for the 2019 Show is open and members of the industry, retailers, as well as members of the press, are encouraged to sign up now and experience everything that the National Hardware Show has to offer. Registration for buyers and retailers is free from now until March 15.
The National Hardware Show celebrates a rich history spanning nearly 75 years of serving the home improvement marketplace. From its early beginnings in New York during the post-World War 2 housing boom and eventual move to Chicago in the 1970s, to its current location in Las Vegas, NHS continually evolves through the industry’s involvement, commitment and passion to improving America’s quality of life through their homes. NHS is the place for global manufacturers, associations, organizations and the media to get an unfiltered view of the industry, hands-on experiences and access to the latest innovations and retail trends to enhance their business. For more info, visit www.nationalhardwareshow.com.
