Impressions Expo Atlantic City has continued the electric momentum sparked by Impressions Expo Long Beach, held back in January. The decorated apparel industry’s biggest trade show brought fervor and exciting promise to the East Coast (March 21-23). Excitement radiated
The show floor was jam-packed with attendees and exhibitors. Photo courtesy of Impressions Expo
throughout the show floor packed with innovative exhibitors and enthusiastic attendees ready to discover the newest offerings designed to grow their very own decorated apparel businesses.
Fantastic opportunities for networking, education, new-product displays and more were abound. Exhibitors and attendees filled the exhibition hall already bursting with larger-than-life booths housing the latest advancements in apparel-decorating technology ranging from sustainable garment choices to new printing solutions featuring both direct-to-garment (DTG) and direct-to-film (DTF) capabilities. (Click here for the complete list of exhibitors.)
Attendees also were able to expand their industry knowledge via the exceedingly educational Conference program and within the Impressions Zone, which housed the Shop Talk conversations, organized by Ink Kitchen. The Conference program offered classes spanning better business-building practices, design acumens, and tips for every decoration method available.
The Ink Kitchen’s Shop Talk series featured an array of talented speakers discussing various topics from all corners of the industry. Experts facilitated informative and thought-provoking discussions touching on unique approaches to sustainability; how to fix mistakes in the screen room; women in the garment decoration industry; financing and marketing your business; artificial intelligence and so much more.
Charlie Taublieb teaches a full conference session. Photo courtesy of Impressions Expo
“In Atlantic City, Impressions Expo exceeded expectations, with increased attendance and exhibitor participation,” says Kayla McGarry, Impressions Expo Associate Show Director. “It was a dynamic hub of excitement with valuable connections being made and unforgettable experiences being had. Now we are all excited to see what Fort Worth brings this fall.”
For more detailed information on Impressions Expo Atlantic City, the upcoming Impressions Expo Fort Worth, set to take place Oct. 24-26, and events scheduled for 2025, visit https://impressionsexpo.com.
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