StonExpo Las Vegas Stone Trade Show 2008  The stone industry event stone professionals have come to count on for business success. Only StonExpo delivers EVERYTHING you need to get serious business done. Participate in StonExpo 2008 and get right in front of these serious buyers. Exhibit Hall Hours & Conference Hours Date                       Exhibit Hall Hours                  Conference Hours Wed, Oct 15          Closed                                 9:00 am – 4:00 pm  Thu, Oct 16            10:00 am – 5:00 pm               8:00 am – 5:30 pm Fri, Oct 17              10:00 am – 5:00 pm               8:00 am – 5:30 pm Sat, Oct 18              10:00 am – 3:00 pm              8:00 am – 9:30 am  Show Description: StonExpo, the stone industry's most important event, is the number one place where thousands of industry professionals come to find the latest stone products, services and technology. The show is the only U.S. event dedicated exclusively to stone and stone products. Now in its 21st year, StonExpo continues the tradition of being the proven leader in delivering unparalleled educational programs. The show has the backing and support of the most valued and credited show sponsors and endorsers: Marble Institute of America, the Natural Stone Council, Marmomacc and Vitoria Stone Fair.  Show Statistics: StonExpo 2007 had a total attendance of 7,399 and 333 exhibiting companies, including 100+ new companies. The show floor encompassed 124,000 total nsf, which equated to a 21% increase from 2006. StonExpo remains the only U.S. event where stone professionals can see ALL the leading stone slab, machinery, tool and supply companies such as Park Industries, GranQuartz, Breton, AGM, Z. Bavelloni, Salem Stone, Walker Zanger, Verona Marble Company, East West Stone and more! The industry has also confirmed the need for quality education. The 2007 Conference Program offered 44 sessions in five targeted tracks including new Roundtable Discussions, which offered attendees an invaluable opportunity to talk shop with other members of the industry. Attendees can earn AIA, NKBA, AIBD and ASID industry designation. Educational Description: Each year the StonExpo Professional Development Program strives to bring new ideas and solutions to the most challenging problems within the stone industry. This year's StonExpo Educational Program will deliver a comprehensive experience combining networking and learning environments for all stone industry professionals. StonExpo works closely with industry partners and experts to consistently deliver: half-day workshops showcasing best practices, safety issues, and geology programs; new 90-minute seminars featuring open forums, fabrication/installation creative ideas, business/finance, and sales/marketing programs; live demonstrations on the show floor in StoneLIVE!; and timely industry updates and the latest research, plus so much more in the all new StonExchange area! Educational Packages & Pricing for StonExpo 2008 Attendee Profile: More than 7,500 fabricators, installers, quarriers, contractors, architects, interior designers, builders, distributors, kitchen and bath specialists, retailers, manufacturers and suppliers are expected to attend StonExpo 2008 to see new products, the latest technology, the most up-to-date, accredited education and to network with other stone professionals and industry legends. Exhibitor Profile: Industry suppliers will showcase the latest stone products, machinery, tools and accessories at the largest StonExpo to date. Admission Requirements: StonExpo is a trade event and only professionals from the industry will be allowed to attend. No one under 18 will be admitted without parental supervision.