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New "Bark Park" Being Built in Louisville Will Have Tails Wagging (And Humans Happy, Too)

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Friday, November 10, 2023

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new dog park, dubbed "Mulligan's Bark Park," has opened in downtown Louisville on Fourth Street that will surely have happy dog tails wagging. Built on a lot belonging to the City of Louisville, the park will provide a place for dogs to socialize off-leash, have some fun and get exercise.

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  • Built on a lot belonging to the City of Louisville, the park will provide a place for dogs to socialize off-leash, have some fun and get exercise.
  • "The reasons to live and work in downtown Louisville keep getting better," said Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg.
  • "Louisville is home for me and my rescue dog, Mulligan, and our trade show offices are on Main Street.
  • Cameras captured both Mulligan's 5K Fun Run & Walk, which raises money for the Kentucky Humane Society, and Mulligan's Mutt Madness.

HGTV URBAN OASIS 2023 UNVEILED IN LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HGTV, a member of the Warner Bros. Discovery family of brands, today opened the doors to the HGTV Urban Oasis® 2023, a newly built, fully furnished home located in Louisville, Kentucky. The winner of the sweepstakes will receive the keys to the home, which includes all of the furnishings, an all-new 2023 Mercedes-Benz® GLC SUV, and $50,000 from Viva® along with a 5-year supply of the softest, most durable paper towels, a prize package valued at over $850,000.

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  • Discovery family of brands, today opened the doors to the HGTV Urban Oasis® 2023, a newly built, fully furnished home located in Louisville, Kentucky.
  • The official entry period of the HGTV Urban Oasis 2023 is 9 a.m.
  • Viewers can tune-in to the one-hour special HGTV Urban Oasis 2023 on Friday, October 6, 2023 at 7 p.m.
  • Sponsors of the HGTV Urban Oasis 2023 include ADT LLC, Kohler Co., LL Flooring, Mercedes-Benz USA, Reckitt, VELUX® No Leak Skylights, Viva® and Wayfair®.

First Time at Equip Exposition? Fourteen Strategies to Conquer 40th Anniversary Trade Show

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Monday, August 21, 2023

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- How does a first-time landscape contractor, equipment dealer, or exhibitor find their bearings at Equip Exposition, the blockbuster, award-nominated massive trade show that drew more than 25,000 people last year to Louisville?

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  • "Planning," says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns Equip Exposition.
  • Being held October 17-20 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, Equip Exposition is the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition.
  • You'll see new equipment, talk to manufacturers face-to-face, meet peers to exchange best practices, and see the industry's influencers."
  • Some hotels are along the trade show's complimentary shuttle route that will get you to and from the show quickly.

Equip Exposition Announces Biggest Participation Numbers In 40 Year History

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition, set a new record welcoming over 25,000 attendees and exhibitors. The 2022 show debuted a new brand and new experiences for its participants, and all indoor and outdoor exhibit space available was sold-out for both Equip Exposition and Hardscape North America, who co-locates with Equip Expo.

Key Points: 
  • "The trade show remains the industry's family reunion," says Kris Kiser, President and CEO of Equip Exposition and OPEI.
  • Photo 1: The OPEI Board of Directors and Kris Kiser, President and CEO, cut the ribbon to open Equip Exposition 2022.
  • Photo 4: Equip Exposition is held in October, the perfect time of year for manufacturers to show their new product lines.
  • Photo 7: Equip Exposition offered a variety of hands-on training and certification for technicians at basic and advanced levels.

Husqvarna Group to Debut Cutting-Edge Product Innovations at Equip Exposition

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Monday, October 17, 2022

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Husqvarna Group will showcase the latest innovations in their diverse portfolio of forest, garden, and outdoor power equipment which combines high performance with usability and safety at the Equip Exposition in Louisville, Kentucky, from Oct. 19-21. At the show, Husqvarna will debut its next generation of groundbreaking products, demonstrating its leadership in battery and autonomous solutions with products designed for both commercial and consumer needs.

Key Points: 
  • At the show, Husqvarna will debut its next generation of groundbreaking products, demonstrating its leadership in battery and autonomous solutions with products designed for both commercial and consumer needs.
  • We are excited to connect with our customers at Equip Expo to learn more about their needs as we shape the future of landscaping."
  • And alongside the host of innovative Husqvarna products, RedMax will also display their latest offering of industry-leading commercial products.
  • Since 1689, Husqvarna Group has manufactured high-performing products and delivered industry-changing innovations.

It's a Sell Out! Equip Exposition and Hardscape North America Announce Every Inch of Available Exhibit Space Will be Occupied

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Exhibit space at Equip Exposition and co-located Hardscape North America are fully sold out, beating previous records. All indoor and outdoor exhibit space is sold.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Exhibit space at Equip Exposition and co-located Hardscape North America are fully sold out, beating previous records.
  • "The sellout shows the vitality and excitement around Equip Exposition," said Kiser.
  • Equip Exposition (the former GIE+EXPO trade show) will be held Oct. 18-21 in Louisville, Kentucky, at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC).
  • The excitement for the show has also led to record-breaking advertising revenue for equip magazine and Equip Exposition sponsorships.

Inxeption opens new office in Louisville to accommodate explosive team growth ahead of five-year anniversary

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Thursday, September 1, 2022

CUPERTINO, Calif., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Inxeption, the leader in Industrial Commerce and supply chain digitization founded in 2017, has expanded into a new supply chain and operational headquarters in Louisville. Inxeption's new 18,000-square-foot office is located on the 29th floor of downtown's PNC Tower, a building that can accommodate planned growth to 200 local employees over the next five years.

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  • Inxeption's new 18,000-square-foot office is located on the 29th floor of downtown's PNC Tower, a building that can accommodate planned growth to 200 local employees over the next five years.
  • Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer are scheduled to appear at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the office.
  • "Congratulations to Inxeption on the opening of its new downtown headquarters, which continues its strong growth in our community," Fischer said.
  • The office will be a driver toward additional Industrial Commerce growth as it also cements Inxeption as an employer of choice in the city.

Equip Exposition First-Timers: Strategies to Conquer This Massively Awesome Show

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

"First, with a show this size be sure to wear comfortable shoes," says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns Equip Exposition.

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  • "First, with a show this size be sure to wear comfortable shoes," says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns Equip Exposition.
  • Prices double to $40 at midnight September 9, and double again after October 14 to $80.
  • Reserve your hotel room and make travel plans now.Louisville's 17,000 hotel rooms book up as October approaches.
  • Download the official Equip Exposition app sponsored by Husqvarna.

Keep Your Business on the Cutting Edge with Equip Exposition: Trade Show Hours, Demo Yard & UTV Test Track Expand

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

"Attendees will find many changes to enhance their experience at the show in 2022. When we re-branded and renamed the event last year from GIE+EXPO to Equip Exposition, attendee feedback was clear. They wanted more time -- outside to try out equipment, to attend education sessions and to network, swap ideas and learn how to grow profitability," says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), which owns and manages Equip Exposition. "We've heard them and are giving show attendees many new experiences, and most importantly, more hours at the show."

Key Points: 
  • Registration is open for landscape professionals, hardscape contractors, outdoor power equipment dealers and retailers, and manufacturers and other industry members at www.equipexposition.com .
  • When we re-branded and renamed the event last year from GIE+EXPO to Equip Exposition, attendee feedback was clear.
  • An expanded UTV test track also will be available in the Outdoor Demo Yard.
  • For information on exhibit space sales and sponsorships, contact the Equip Exposition office at [email protected] or call 502-536-7050.

Registration opens for Equip Exposition 2022

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

LOUISVILLE, Ky., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition has opened registration for the 2022 tradeshow, held Oct. 18-21 in Louisville, KY.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition has opened registration for the 2022 tradeshow, held Oct. 18-21 in Louisville, KY.
    New this year, Equip Exposition will kick off Tuesday evening, with a welcome reception at Louisville Slugger Field.
  • "Equip Exposition is one trade show where you can test before you invest in new products, innovations and ideas for your business."
  • Newthis year, Equip Exposition will kick off Tuesday evening, with a welcome reception for all attendees at Louisville Slugger Field.
  • For information on exhibit space sales and sponsorships, contact the Equip Exposition office at [email protected] or call 502-536-7050.