ARLINGTON, Va. — The National Grocers Association here said Monday the National Meat Association has agreed to co-locate MEATXPO, it suppliers' exposition and annual convention, with next year's annual NGA convention, scheduled Feb. 13-16 in Las Vegas.
MEATXPO is an equipment/machinery/technology show focusing specifically on the meat industry, and the NMA convention portion of the event features roundtable sessiosn and forums for interactive exchanges.
"We feel this move will enhance the networking, educational and professional services provided to our respective membership and trading business partners, [since] the meat department continues to be an important point of differentation for many of our members," said Frank DiPasquale, NGA executive vice president.
Barry Carpenter, chief executive officer of NMA, said his group "strives to provide opportunities [for members] to open doors and exercise options to make connections important to the success and continuance of their businesses."
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