INTRODUCTION (as of May 1, 2005)

The South Asian Arts and Entertainment Tradeshow will target artists, performers and over 2000 attendees looking to network and get connected within the Arts and Entertainment Industry. Attendees will be targeted from across Canada and the United States with some promotion conducted within India and other Asian countries.

The full day trade show will commence at 10am featuring exhibitor booths from over 60 artists, performers and companies from the Arts and Entertainment industry. The kick off ceremony will be conducted by a key note individual highly regarded within the Arts and Entertainment industry (TBD). The trade show will run from 10am to 5pm featuring exhibitors and artists. A special feature held from 2 to 5pm will be the “Artist Café”, where-in specific artists and performers will be provided space to network and showcase their offerings to attendees and the exhibitors. Through the day there will be 20-30 minute seminar sessions held on the show floor conducted by various individuals from companies discussing a topic deemed informative for attendees.

All attendees will be provided a show passport requiring signatures from various exhibitors ensuring ample networking and circulation through exhibitor booths. ‘

Special Features:

• Show Seminars – sessions conducted throughout the day featuring an artist or motivational speaker discussing hot topics relevant within the arts and entertainment industry
• Artist Café – featuring 20-30 inspiring artists showcasing their talent and offerings to exhibitors and attendees
• Show Directory – Outlining contact information of all exhibitors and artists allowing attendees to gain access following the trade show
• SAAE Website – an interactive tool featuring all exhibitor and artists details allowing attendees to research and review information both prior and post the South Asian Arts and Entertainment Tradeshow www.southasianartsindustry.com