2 badges are included - Additional member and vendor badges are $500 each.
- Address 203 Madison Ave, NY, USA
- Timeing Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm
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Unique opportunity to BUY from top vendors in the industry. Take advantage of a Vendor Market and Stampede Offers you won’t find anywhere else
Amazing lineup of speakers, vendors, and special guests,
you’ll get everything you need to take your business to the next level.
Networking Opportunities: meet vendors and colleagues face to face. Feel the energy of like-minded individuals, exchange ideas and best practices in retail.
You’ll have the chance to not only attend educational and informative workshops, but also explore the city and experience all its attractions.
Agenda
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Young Professionals and New Members Private Reception with Chris West (by invite only)
5:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board Welcome
with Richard Wall & Michel Gaudreau
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Registration and Cocktails
6:30 p.m.
Evening on your own
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Breakfast
9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Registration
for those not arriving Saturday evening
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Member and ELT Huddles
English & French in separate halls
11:30 p.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Showroom Opening & CEO Remarks
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Showroom Time & Lunch
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Networking with Vendors
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Showroom Time & Cocktails
6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Mega Hall of Fame Presentation and Gala Dinner
Bonaventure Hotel
(HOLLYWOOD THEME with live band – Dress up)
8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast & Showroom Time
9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Ashley Furniture Presentation
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Keynote Speaker – Jennifer Botterill
Three-Time Olympic Gold Medallist
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Showroom Time
12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Showroom Time & Lunch
12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Whirlpool Presentation
1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Customer First Web Strategies –Integrating Digital Marketing
for Retail Triumph
with John White and Dave Meekings
1:45 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Beyond the Transaction –Maximizing Revenue in Retail
with Albert Marrache
2:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Passing the Torch – Nurturing Future Leaders for Success
with Allison McLellan and Kevin Leier
3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Data-Driven Decisions – Unraveling the Power of Report &
KPIs
with Mélanie Dion
3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
People Power – Building a High-Retention Workforce
with Erika Fox
4:00 p.m.
Launch of the STAMPEDE
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
STAMPEDE
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Vendor Showroom Time & Cocktails
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Ronald McDonald House Charity Fundraiser Dinner
Time Out Market
8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast & Showroom Time
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Mega Strategy
with Chris West (CEO) and Executive Leadership Team
10:00 a.m.
Special announcement
10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Tempur-Sealy Presentation
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Showroom Time
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Showroom Time & Lunch
Convention CLOSES at 1 p.m.
Speakers
Jennifer Botterill
Three-Time Olympic Gold MedallistJennifer Botterill is one of Canada's most successful athletes. A member of the Canadian Women’s Hockey Team for 14 years, she is a three-time Olympic champion and an in-demand NHL analyst in both Canada and the US, regularly appearing on CBC's Hockey Night in Canada. When she is not sharing her knowledge and expertise of sport on air, she is empowering others to pursue excellence as an engaging keynote speaker and peak performance coach.
John White
CMO, AVB Inc.John White joined AVB 19 years ago from Maytag, where he spent a decade forging his marketing skills as market manager. White initially led BrandSource’s appliance merchandising efforts as Executive Vice President, and within two years was promoted to his current role as Chief Marketing Officer. In that post, the North Dakota State University media grad and Kaplan MBA has helped revolutionize the group’s marketing and advertising initiatives, giving independent members a media voice that rivals the biggest box stores.
Erika Fox
20+ years in HR spans both large, multinational organizations, and small- to medium-sized enterprises. From strategy to execution, she has experience designing, implementing, and leading HR strategies and operations. As Sr. Director, Human Resources at MEGA Group, she leads the People and Culture team and drives the building and growing of high-performing leaders, teams and culture.Our official sponsors
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FAQ
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How much are additional badges for The Convention?
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This is my first MEGA Convention. Are there any special events for newcomers?
First and foremost, WELCOME! We will be hosting a special 1st Time Attendee Meet & Greet just for you! ON the first day of Momentum Young Professionals and New Members will benefit from a private reception with Chris West CEO of MEGA. There you will meet organizational leaders, learn about the structure of the organization, review show highlights, and have time to network with others who are new to The Convention and the group. Click here to view the agenda.
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Where can I register?
To register simply click on this link Register
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Can I purchase an additional guest ticket for the Gala Dinner and RMHC Fundraising Dinner?
Yes, each additional attendee to the dinners will need to be registered and they will be charged $150 per event.
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What is the Stampede?
The Stampede is a high velocity buying event that allows members to get deeply discounted, exclusive deals from our Vendor Partners. With limited quantity end-of-life products, closeouts, and other offers, dealers can expect to save big. The Stampede alone is enough reason to attend The Convention!
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How can I cancel a room reservation or a registration of someone from my company?
Please email info@megagroup.ca for further assistance.
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When the early bird special will end ?
July 14th is the last day to register and enter the draw to win flights for 2 to the convention.