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Chateau Élan to Host Safety Week 2006

Safety Week 2006, the safety equipment industry’s Annual Conference, will be held in Braselton, Georgia from June 25 - 27, 2006. The meeting will be held at the Chateau Élan Winery & Resort, which is located in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains and is 55 minutes from Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

Safety Week 2006 will be a combined meeting of SEDA and the International Glove Association (IGA).

The conference is designed as an

educational and networking opportunity for safety equipment distributors, manufacturers and manufacturer representatives. The program will include two days of seminars, one-on-one manufacturer-distributor executive conferences, table top displays, networking receptions and a golf tournament.

Reviews from the Safety Week 2005 proved that this event is the place for manufacturers and distributors of safety equipment to meet to learn more about what is vital to their industry and to improve business relationships between channel partners.

When asked what attendees liked most about the conference they shared the following comments:

“Great networking opportunities for manufacturers and distributors alike.”

“The speakers and their individual content tied together well; their topics built upon each other.”

“Nice business atmosphere and well organized; little down time.”

“Numerous chances to meet with industry peers both by appointment and casually at events.”

When asked what attendees felt was the best take home idea from the meeting, they had this to say:

“The session on innovation was done well; good speaker, great topic. It was a subject that addressed distributors and manufacturers. I thought of a number of places to utilize this in our business which will have a financial payback. Ticket to Denver: $300; Room at the Omni: $140; Attendance at SEDA; Priceless”

“Instituting an innovation process for our company”

“Be more open to hiring from outside our industry. Our industry is showing poor growth results overall and must be stimulated create additional growth opportunities.”

“As a Sales Manager, I gained greater understanding on my role as a coach, how salesmen think and their priorities as well as how to best motivate them. This will not only help me retain my good people but also assist me in recruiting strong new employees. This insight is invaluable to our operations.”

“If I consistently and deliberately apply what I learned just from the Sales Coaching session, that alone should pay off in thousands of dollars of increased sales.”

The Chateau Élan Winery & Resort is the flagship property for the worldwide Chateau Élan & Resorts. This 16^th century style French Chateau is surrounded by thriving vineyards and is the largest producer of premier wines in Georgia. With 3,500 acres, the Chateau boasts endless amenities including a full service European-Style health spa, art gallery, wine market, four pools, tennis courts and Equestrian Center. Golf at the Chateau is a true experience with two 18-hole championship golf courses, a 9-hole executive walking course, superb practice facilities and a golf academy.

Mark June 25 – 27, 2006 on your calendars now and plan to attend Safety Week 2006. It’s one of the best investments you’ll make in your business in 2006.