11th annual edition of NeoCon East returns to Maryland’s famous seaport city at the Baltimore Convention Center, October 16-17, 2013. With more than 250+ exhibitors or exhibiting brands, the show offers a great opportunity to see new and trend-driven products, material innovations and cutting edge technology across the entire contract world from GSA-approved products to innovations in healthcare, education, hospitality and office.  Its well-curated mix of inspiring speakers, insightful educational programming and events build upon and perfectly complement the offerings found on the show floor.

Julie Kohl, vice president of NeoCon sales remarks, “NeoCon East has steadily grown since its launch in 2003. With current indications of a sold-out 2013 event, the upward trend shows no sign of stopping. We understand that a tradeshow ought to be eye opening, educational and generate key business connections.  While NeoCon East can boast the largest concentration of products and services for commercial interiors on the GSA schedule, the show truly has a broader mission.  The products on display cover the range of contract markets mirroring its sister show NeoCon. Products launched as prototypes at NeoCon in June are ready for specification in October. NeoCon East consistently delivers a rich experience in which architects, designers, facility managers and other key decision makers are literally able to ‘see it and spec it.’”

Here is a preview of what’s to come…

ON THE SHOW FLOOR

NeoCon East will feature best in brand exhibitors such as Arcadia, Allermuir, Coalesse, Davis, Herman Miller, Inc., Steelcase, The Mohawk Group, Thonet, and many more. Set to impress with their latest and most innovative offerings across a wide range of categories, many will be showing off their products for the first time. In the office sector, ESI Ergonomic Solutions is unveiling itsLucera light, an under-cabinet LED with optional occupational sensor. Offering a “diffrient” type of task chair, Humanscale will highlight its Diffrient World chair. It features an unprecedented combination of performance, sustainability and simplicity in a task seating solution. Nello Wall Systems is introducing its new frameless glass system called Clarity.Also making its début at NeoCon East is Conestoga Tile’s hospitality-friendly Mosa Murals collection. A unique concept for ceramic walls, the system allows for the creation of nearly endless combinations of tile to create one-of-a-kind murals. These are just a few of the many fresh picks attendees can expect to see along the aisles. A completeexhibitorlist and press informationisavailableat  www.NeoConeast.com. 

GSA

Once again positioned to take place at the beginning of the federal government fiscal cycle; NeoCon East is the only design expo and conference with a specialization in government commercial interiors. More than $1.3 billion in furniture/furnishings are specified for the federal government through GSA’s Integrated Workplace Acquisition Center (formerly National Furniture Center) every year. With 80% of the product on view GSA-approved, NeoCon East is the most efficient and effective way for attendees to source products for government interiors.Complimentary shuttle service between Washington DC and Baltimore, and Philadelphia and Baltimore will be offered.

ON THE CONFERENCE PROGRAM

Headlining this year’s conference program are two of the industry’s most insightful individuals:

Michael Graves

Wednesday, October 16 at 11:00am

Sponsored by Stinson

The renowned American architect and product designer will speak about the foundation of his design philosophy and how a personal healthcare tragedy focused his attention on improving healthcare experiences by design. Graves will present recent projects that range from military housing for returning wounded warriors, to a revolutionary transport chair for the acute care hospital, to performance textiles for all healthcare environments.

Suzanne Tick

Thursday, October 17 at 11:00am

Sponsored by Teknion

The award winning textile designer, weaver and principal of Suzanne Tick, Inc. presents her findings on the idea that great design comes from Surface Tension, where contrasting properties make for the most dynamic treatment of surfaces and materials. By looking at prevalent trends in architecture, interiors, product design, fashion and art, Tick will examine two major shifts in design thinking: Contrast Blocking and the Digital Habitat.

In addition to dynamic keynote speakers, the show offers more than 30+ CEU-accredited seminars over twelve different educational tracks. Subjects range from collaborative office environments to smarter renovations, to the state of design profession to color trends for the contract industry.

Allseminars willbefiledwithrespectiveassociations including AIA,IDCEC, GBCI andNCQLP forcontinuing educational credits. Registrationis required as seatingislimited.Seminarfees vary. Keynotes as well as allGSA sponsoredseminars undertheGSA educationaltrack arefreeto all attendees.

REGISTRATION

Registration for admission to NeoCon East can be completed through www.NeoConeast.com and is complimentary if completed by October 9^th; on-site registration for the expo is $25. Seminar and special event prices vary. More details can be found at www.NeoConeast.com. Online show registration is available now. Online registration for show seminars will open early September. For more information, call 800.677.6278 (MART) or visitwww.NeoConeast.com.

SHOW LOCATION:

Baltimore Convention Center Baltimore, Md.

Halls E, F, G and Swing

One West Pratt Street, Baltimore, Md.

SHOW HOURS:

Wednesday, October 16 • 9:00am – 6:00pm

Thursday, October 17 • 9:00am – 4:00pm

CONFERENCE HOURS:

Wednesday, October 16 • 8:00am – 6:00pm Thursday, October 17 • 8:00am – 4:00pm

NeoCon East is a registered trademark of MMPI.

Danielle McWilliams / Alexandra Zwicky, Novità Communications, 212.528.3160

  E-mail: danielle@novitapr.com/ alexandra@novitapr.com