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Sessions (105)

Animal Behavior 101 (Room South Pacific H)

24 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Pam Lauritzen
In order to work with animals effectively with minimal risk to both the animal and the handler, it is essential to understand why animals react the... More...

Consumer Trends and How They Affect Your Pet Business (Room South Pacific B)

24 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Michael Johnson
Much in our industry has changed over the past few years and more changes are coming. In fact, the very nature of shopping is evolving, and the fac... More...

Demo: Grooming the Labradoodle (Room South Pacific G)

24 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Labradoodles and Goldendoodles come in all sizes and coat types. Explore the options to keep these wonderful dogs looking natural yet manageable. ... More...

Ready-Set-Go, Prep-Bathe-Dry! (Room SouthPacific I)

24 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

The bathing room is the starting point for every successful pet stylist. With an emphasis on safety and efficiency, Teri guides this fun and inform... More...

Social Media Marketing: How to Create Posts, Pictures, Videos and Ads that Deliver Sales for your Pet Business (Room South Pacific C)

24 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Lynn Switanowski
Do your Facebook posts go unnoticed? Are you struggling to figure out how to use Instagram to promote your business? Do you feel like you’re spendi... More...

CPR - PetTech First Aid and Care for Your Pets (Room South Pacific J)

24 Jul 17
12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Beth Cristiano ; Mary Oquendo
Pet First Aid is the immediate care given to a pet that is injured or ill. Knowing the skills and techniques of pet first aid can mean the differen... More...

Animal Behavior and Management (Room South Pacific H)

24 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Pam Lauritzen
A continuation of Animal Behavior 101, Pam will discuss rehabilitation and handling techniques and the safe handling of animals. She’ll explain cou... More...

Demo: Handstripping the Welsh Terrier (Room South Pacific G)

24 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Jennifer Lee
If you have ever wanted to know about the terrier coat don’t miss this unique session by one of our top groomers. Jennifer has bred and shown terr... More...

Ecommerce: How Utilizing an Ecommerce Site will Help to Control your Inventory and Accelerate your Growth (Room South Pacific C)

24 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Michael Johnson
Are you a bricks and mortar store that needs Ecommerce? Are you an Ecommerce Merchant who needs to optimize and grow? We're going to talk about wha... More...

How to Hire Right Every Time and Engage Your Millennial Workforce (Room South Pacific B)

24 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Tammy Bond
Have you ever looked at your staff and wondered…how did I end up here? Or maybe you have a hard time retaining committed employees. Are you curious... More...

Retail Boot Camp: Create a Game Plan to Upgrade Your Business and Compete More Effectively (Room South Pacific A)

24 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Bob Phibbs
Join Bob Phibbs, The Retail Doctor® and learn how to attract more customers, make bigger sales and earn the profits you seek! He’ll dive into creat... More...

2017 Pet Retail Performance Report: Identify Profit Opportunities (Room South Pacific C)

24 Jul 17
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Michael Becher
This session will identify a number of key trends and key metrics that consistently lead to superior performance in the pet retail industry. Citin... More...

Demo: Grooming and Creating Structure (Room South Pacific G)

24 Jul 17
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Irina Pinkusevich
How does structure affect your pet grooms? Correcting defective structure and creating structure where needed will make a marked and notable improv... More...

Dryers 101 (Room South Pacific H)

24 Jul 17
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Mario DiFante
Join Mario as he explains drying techniques at a college level. When to use cage drying verses table fluff drying. What are CFM's? What are all th... More...

Performance Management Solutions: Why Performance Reviews Matter (Room South Pacific B)

24 Jul 17
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Lori Kleiman
Employees impact your bottom line every day and it is critical to the success of your business that they know how they are performing. To be effect... More...

Demo: To De-matt or Not to De-matt? (Room South Pacific G)

24 Jul 17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Olga Zabelinskaya
Is there a proper way to de-matt? Is it before a bath or after? Do you charge for this service? What sprays and tools should be used to de-matt? Fi... More...

Email Marketing “101”: Convert your Followers to Shoppers (Room South Pacific C)

24 Jul 17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Phil Chang
In today's world of collecting emails, social media followers and interacting with fans and consumers, one of the oldest and most reliable techniqu... More...

Photography for Social Media (Room South Pacific H)

24 Jul 17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Ren Netherland
Are you looking to post photos of your furry clients to your social media pages but aren’t sure where to start to get that perfect picture? While m... More...

US Labor Laws: What you Need to Know in 2017 (Room South Pacific B)

24 Jul 17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Lori Kleiman
In this session we will discuss new US Labor laws and what you need to know to adapt and comply. Learn how new laws will affect how you pay employe... More...

How To Make the Most of your Time at SuperZoo 2017 (Room South Pacific C)

24 Jul 17
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Lynn Switanowski
This session is geared toward making the most of your 3 days at SuperZoo. Whether you’re a first time attendee or a 10 year veteran, spending 30 m... More...

GTS Wire Coats (Hand Strip)/ Open Division (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Mixed Salon Styling Breeds/ Entry Division (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Mixed Salon Styling Breeds/ Intermediate Division (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Mixed Salon Styling Breeds/ Open Division (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

Speaker(s): Kelly Knight
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Wire Coats (Hand Strip)/ Entry Division (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Wire Coats (Hand Strip)/ Intermediate Division (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Basic Skin and Coat Care (Room South Pacific J)

25 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Pam Lauritzen
In this session, you will learn about canine skin and different coat types which will improve your bathing and grooming skills. Pam will discuss th... More...

Demo: Poodle Pet Trims (Room South Pacific G)

25 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Jonathan David
Poodles are one of the most common breeds to groom, but not every customer likes their traditional styles. In this seminar, Jonathan will discuss a... More...

Learn How to Create A Social Media Plan that Delivers the Dollars- Here’s How: Step-By-Step Social Media Planning to Drives Sales to Your Pet Business (Room South Pacific C)

25 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Lynn Switanowski
In this expanded seminar session, we cover the step by step ways for your pet business to create a social media marketing calendar that will deliv... More...

Sanitizing Grooming Shops, Kennels and Equipment: The Difference Between Disinfecting, Cleaning and Sterilizing (Room SouthPacific I)

25 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Chris Quinlan
The goal of this class is to share ideas with owners and managers on how to get the cleaning results they are looking for as efficiently as possibl... More...

Staff Training: Creating the Emotional Sale (Room South Pacific A)

25 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Bob Phibbs
So much of shopping these days is online. It’s impersonal. It’s analytical. Find out how you can sell more by developing rapport and engaging your ... More...

The Complete Mobile Groomer Part 1 of 4: Business (Room South Pacific H)

25 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Beth Cristiano ; Mary Oquendo
Part one will familiarize you with the business end of mobile grooming. Topics include: Pricing, Methods of Payment, Graphics, Marketing, Business ... More...

Grow Sales by Merchandising through Category Analytics and Shopper Insights (Room South Pacific B)

25 Jul 17
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Michael Johnson
In retail, your selling space is one of your key assets - are you doing everything you can to maximize sales and profit within this finite and valu... More...

Breed Specific Behavior in the Salon (Room SouthPacific I)

25 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Julie Harris
Why do Westies dislike their feet being touched? Why does a German Shepard become stressed easily? Why do toy breeds find it difficult to stand on ... More...

Demo: Asian Freestyle with The Grooming Tutor Part 1 of 2 (Room South Pacific G)

25 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Michell Evans
When it comes to Asian Freestyle grooming it’s all about the head! In this segment Michell Evans will discuss the 8 rules of the Asian Freestyle h... More...

The Complete Mobile Groomer Part 2 of 4: Know Your Vehicle (Room South Pacific H)

25 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Beth Cristiano ; Mary Oquendo
In Part two, you will become familiar with your vehicle and work areas, so that you can make decisions based on the well-being of yourself as well ... More...

The Expert Factor: How to Become an In-House Authority on Small Animal Nutrition (Room South Pacific A)

25 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Dr. Micah Kohles, DVM
Food options for dogs, cats, and small animals often look the same, carrying similar health and nutrition claims, but looks can be deceiving. Join... More...

The Science of Scent: How Fragrances Are Used Properly in Grooming Products (Room South Pacific J)

25 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Dr. Dale Sanson
We encounter fragrances in our own personal care products as well as in the grooming products we use for our pets. As a groomer, you want to entice... More...

Advanced Skin Care Part 1 of 2 (Room South Pacific J)

25 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Dr. Micah Kohles, DVM
We all have the chance to improve the lives of the animals we care for and recognizing common skin issues is a great way to do so. In this session ... More...

Demo: Asian Freestyle with The Grooming Tutor Part 2 of 2 (Room South Pacific G)

25 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Michell Evans
In this segment Michell will demonstrate on a drop coated dog and explain how the 8 rules of an Asian Freestyle head are applied. She will demons... More...

Get Retail Ready: Change Happens- What is your Pet Business Doing About it (Room South Pacific C)

25 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Lynn Switanowski
Consumers are changing at warp speed today. Have you noticed that your pet store customers are younger, have more access to information prior to sh... More...

Reinvigorate Your Entrepreneurial Spirit Now (Room Trade Show Floor)

25 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Tracks: Show Floor Talks

Speaker(s): Tammy Bond
You’ve been at this a long time. You’ve overcome a great deal of challenges just to get the doors open let alone KEEP them open. And by all account... More...

The Complete Mobile Groomer Part 3 of 4: The Nuts and Bolts (Room South Pacific H)

25 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Beth Cristiano ; Mary Oquendo
In part three, you will learn about the details of being a mobile groomer so you can make decisions that work for your needs. Topics include: Sched... More...

Training Dogs and Their Owners (Room SouthPacific I)

25 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Dr. Roger Mugford
The perpetual challenge to professional dog trainers is how best can they deliver essential knowledge and skills to owners who are burdened by the ... More...

Visual Merchandising for Sales: The Secrets to Successful Displays (Room South Pacific A)

25 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Bob Phibbs
Displays are your silent salesperson, from the intriguing windows to the impulse items at the counter. Great visual merchandising skills are the fo... More...

Why you Need the Social Selling Mindset (Room South Pacific B)

25 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Crystal Vilkaitis
Having an attitude of success is vital to reaching your goals. The Social Selling Mindset is a tried and true outlook that helps businesses engage ... More...

GTS Other Purebreds (Scissoring)/ Open Division (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
11:45 AM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Other Purebreds (Scissoring)/ Entry Division (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
11:45 AM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Other Purebreds (Scissoring)/ Intermediate Division (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
11:45 AM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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How to Handle Conflict With a Customer (Room Trade Show Floor)

25 Jul 17
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Show Floor Talks

Speaker(s): Tammy Bond
Dealing with difficult customers can be challenging. Many of us get to deal with angry or unhappy clients as part of our roles, and it’s never easy... More...

Advanced Skin Care Part 2 of 2 (Room South Pacific J)

25 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Dr. Micah Kohles, DVM
In part 2, Dr. Kohles will discuss some of the more common diseases seen in our client’s pets and their impact on skin and coat health. He will sha... More...

Demo: Energy Exchange: Handling Difficult Dogs (Room SouthPacific I)

25 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Irina Pinkusevich
Ever find yourself alone in the shop with a dog you just can't handle? And yet, another groomer has no issue handling the same dog. Why? What signa... More...

Demo: Quick and Trendy Pet Trims for the Yorkshire Terrier (Room South Pacific G)

25 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Shannon Moore
In this seminar, Shannon will discuss how to properly prepare the coat, and will give bathing and drying tips in order to achieve a gorgeous finish... More...

Know Your Grooming Products for Increased Sales (Room Trade Show Floor)

25 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Show Floor Talks

Pet grooming supplies, especially products for bathing and brushing are a staple in most pet shops.   Knowing the difference in the products and th... More...

The Complete Mobile Groomer Part 4 of 4: Employees (Room South Pacific H)

25 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Beth Cristiano ; Mary Oquendo
In this final part, you will learn to develop the skills you need as an employer. Whether you are a business of one or more, you will learn how to ... More...

Fish Health the "Natural" Way (Room Trade Show Floor)

25 Jul 17
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Show Floor Talks

Speaker(s): Patrick Donston
A medicinal approach to fish care. Emphasizing biological stress factors that affect fish, we will introduce products with natural processes to imp... More...

Demystifying Chameleons (Room Trade Show Floor)

25 Jul 17
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Show Floor Talks

Speaker(s): Loren Leigh
Explore the popularity of these fascinating reptiles.  We will discuss popular Chameleons available today, care tips, selling talking points and in... More...

Contest Creative/Entry Level (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Contest Creative/Open Level (Grooming Stage)

25 Jul 17
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

Speaker(s): Kelly Knight
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GTS Large Poodle over 17.0" /Open Division (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

Speaker(s): Sue Zecco
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GTS Small Poodles 17 inches & under/ Open Division (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Large Poodle over 17.0" /Entry Division (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Large Poodle over 17.0" /Intermediate Division (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

Speaker(s): Kelly Knight
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Small Poodles 17 inches & under/ Entry Division (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Demo: Breed Comparison: The English Cocker Spaniel vs. The American Cocker Spaniel (Room SouthPacific I)

26 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Irina Pinkusevich
Learn the differences and similarities between the English and American Cocker Spaniel. We will review the breed history, development, and standard... More...

Demo: Mixed Breed Trimming With All Clippers, Universal Comb and Blade Groom (Room South Pacific G)

26 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Jay will demonstrate great trims using only clippers, universal combs and blades.  These trims are great for a multitude of coat types and breeds. ... More...

Instagram 2017: Why You MUST Have It and How to make it Work for your Pet Business (Room South Pacific C)

26 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Lynn Switanowski
Instagram is the rising star of the social media world for 2017 and it’s getting even better! Are you using it to market your Pet Business? If not,... More...

Lessons Learned: How to Prepare for When THEY Come to Town and What you Can Expect Will Happen (Room South Pacific A)

26 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Dave Ratner
This is a real life session. We have a Box store opening within walking distance from one of our stores. I will cover how we are preparing. Our m... More...

Protect Your Most Valuable Resource (Room South Pacific J)

26 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Dr. Jim Warner, DC
We all know what it’s like at the end of the day after too many wiggly dogs. Come hear Dr. Jim help you prevent injury to your most important tool... More...

Upselling Made Easy (Room South Pacific H)

26 Jul 17
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Selling is not easy for everyone, some are naturals and others might need a little help. This is where Joe can help. Joe will discuss some very e... More...

Demo: Bichon Frise: Easy Pet Trim (Room South Pacific G)

26 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Olga Zabelinskaya
Olga stopped counting the number of Bichons in her salon when she reached the 3,000 mark, and that was 5 years ago. Now she can teach everyone how ... More...

How Many Dollars Does it Take to Market your Pet Store? Allocating Marketing Dollars to Maximize Sales (Room South Pacific C)

26 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Lynn Switanowski
Have you noticed that your customers are incredibly savvy and discerning where they direct their attention when it comes to marketing/advertising f... More...

Pet Services Business Model of the Future (Room SouthPacific I)

26 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Susan Briggs
Does the existing industry pet care business model work for the future? In this seminar you’ll discover industry financial data, trends to watch, a... More...

Put Your Best Staff Forward: Panel Discussion with Successful Pet Retailers (Room South Pacific A)

26 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Dan Jablons
The panel will explore how successful retailers navigate these personnel issues: 1. How do you find great personnel? Where do you look? 2. How ... More...

Top 10 Common Diseases that Groomers See (Room South Pacific H)

26 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Dr. Micah Kohles, DVM
Groomers are often times the first line of defense in identifying disease in animals. The list of potential diseases groomers might see is huge! Th... More...

What Makes a Premium Grooming Product? (Room South Pacific J)

26 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Dr. Dale Sanson
As a groomer you want to provide the best grooming products to your clientele. With the number of products on the market the options for grooming a... More...

Why you Need the Social Selling Mindset (Room South Pacific B)

26 Jul 17
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Crystal Vilkaitis
Having an attitude of success is vital to reaching your goals. The Social Selling Mindset is a tried and true outlook that helps businesses engage ... More...

Reptile Handling Workshop (Room Trade Show Floor)

26 Jul 17
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Show Floor Talks

Speaker(s): Loren Leigh
This hands-on workshop will give you the opportunity to interact with many reptile species and learn how to properly handle and understand their un... More...

Best Poodle (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Small Poodles (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Cat Grooming is an Under-tapped Market (Room South Pacific J)

26 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Mary Oquendo
Let Mary walk you through adding cat grooming to your existing business or better yet, become your area's cat only grooming facility. Mary will hel... More...

Cutting Techniques (Room South Pacific G)

26 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Jonathan David
In today’s market there are many cutting tools at our disposal. Straight shears, curved shears, thinning shears, clippers and razors are all used f... More...

Marketing and Making Money From Your Millennial Customers (Room South Pacific C)

26 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Lynn Switanowski
You know they are connected, you know they are distracted, AND you know they have money to spend. But what is your pet business doing about it to ... More...

Next –Level Facebook and Instagram Ads: 5 Tips to Save Time and Gain Traffic (Room South Pacific B)

26 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Crystal Vilkaitis
This isn’t your mama’s advertising seminar. If you’ve mastered the basics of Facebook and Instagram ads and are looking for your next challenge, th... More...

Open to Buy Explained in Simple Human Terms (Room South Pacific A)

26 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Retail Session

Speaker(s): Dan Jablons
Many stores use Open to Buy, but how do you know what it is, and how can you apply it to your store? Dan Jablons of Retail Smart Guys walks you thr... More...

Rescue Rodeo/Contest (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

Speaker(s): Kelly Knight
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Retailing in Today's Economy (Room South Pacific H)

26 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Mario DiFante
In this presentation, Mario will discuss: current product trends, merchandising, displays to help increase sales, what not to buy, and necessities ... More...

The Future of Dog Training (Room SouthPacific I)

26 Jul 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Dr. Roger Mugford
Many social commentators would say that there is currently a crisis from there being too many out of control and potentially dangerous dogs who do ... More...

GTS Sporting (Spaniels and Setters)/ Open Division (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
11:45 AM - 3:15 PM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Sporting (Spaniels and Setters)/ Entry Division (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
11:45 AM - 3:15 PM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Demo: Show Coat Preparation for Curly Coated Breeds (Room South Pacific G)

26 Jul 17
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Olga Zabelinskaya
Do you wonder how the dogs in the show ring look so perfect? Olga will discuss shampoos, styling products, the tools used by top competitors on th... More...

How to Work On Vs. In Your Business (Room SouthPacific I)

26 Jul 17
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Susan Briggs
As small business owners we are told to work on our business, but what does that really mean? In this seminar you’ll learn the key steps to transit... More...

Salon and Spa: Design and Makeover (Room South Pacific H)

26 Jul 17
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Mario DiFante
Need to update your salon but have a limited budget? Learn how to create an appealing salon design for your human clients. Mario will go over floor... More...

You Had Me at Meow (Room South Pacific J)

26 Jul 17
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Grooming Session

Speaker(s): Mary Oquendo
Cats can communicate with us without making a sound. Their tails, ears, and eyes tell an entire story. It is up to the professional groomer to unde... More...

Reinvigorate Your Entrepreneurial Spirit Now (Room Trade Show Floor)

26 Jul 17
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Tracks: Show Floor Talks

Speaker(s): Tammy Bond
You’ve been at this a long time. You’ve overcome a great deal of challenges just to get the doors open let alone KEEP them open. And by all account... More...

How to Get You and Your Team Motivated to Thrive (Room Trade Show Floor)

26 Jul 17
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Show Floor Talks

Speaker(s): Tammy Bond
If you are like most business owners, you may have fallen into the trap of hiring people that come in motivated to work hard and then that drive fa... More...

Sporting (Spaniels and Setters) (Grooming Stage)

26 Jul 17
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Grooming Contest

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Aquatic Exhibit Designs and Function (Room Trade Show Floor)

26 Jul 17
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Show Floor Talks

Speaker(s): Patrick Donston
How we plan and utilize the animals we sell will make a difference in displays. An understanding of ecological efficiency and its advantages to cap... More...
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