Nicole said

World Tea Expo 2016

Anyone in the industry going? I hadn’t decided until Friday but with the festival taking off like it has and wanting to start doing more tea events for the area throughout the year, I figured it might not be bad to go and network. Plus, the marketing sessions sound like something that would be really beneficial for me. And of course… tea! :)

And I lurve Vegas (though for the food, not the parties).

I have a room already that I’m willing to share with a similar style of travel companion – it’s on Fremont Street, though, so you have to take the bus to the convention center. Or would be able to cancel altogether if anyone has a better offer!

If anyone is interested, drop me a PM.

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AllanK said

As I recall this is an industry only convention. Normal people can’t get in the front door.

Nicole said

You are correct but I believe tea bloggers can and those in education.

Approved bloggers can. I’d definitely suggest getting in touch with their press guy ASAP if you’re thinking of going. Also, for any local tea lover’s, Tealet and Teforia will be hosting an event where everyone is welcome: http://tealet.com/worldteaexpo

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I’ll be there! I’m super excited but nervous because I’m speaking solo this year. My poor boyfriend is being dragged along for the ride. I don’t think he quite knows what he’s in for :)

Nicole said

That’s great! I looked through the sessions and stuff. What are you speaking on?

I’m presenting on social media. Just covering the basics for all of the tea companies out there who don’t know where to get started.

http://www.worldteaexpo.com/wte16/Public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Speakers.aspx&SessionID=1014415&nav=true&Role=U%27

Nicole said

Awesome! I’m signed up for that session. I didn’t even notice you were doing it! :)

You’ll do great!

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I’ll be there! I still have yet to buy flight and hotel. I might be up for splitting a hotel, but I’m not 100% sure if I’ll be going solo or if my husband wants to come and stalk the buffets.

Nicole said

Hah! I wish I could talk mine into coming to do his own thing while I’m off tea-ing :)

We’ve booked our flights + accommodations — we’ll be there! Hope we can meet up with you both!

Nicole said

Sounds great!

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I’ll be there too, I already have the flight and hotel.

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Andy Hayes said

Still on the fence about it. I mean, it would be great to meet a few folks face to face, and explore the exhibit hall, but not a lot of the educational sessions are appealing, so having a hard time justifying the expense. (Plus it’s right before lavender festival season, which means I have to work 3 weekends in a row.)

We’re not on the fence anymore, are we? :-D Looking forward to seeing everyone in Vegas!

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I’ll be there. Gotta think about getting a room soon!

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Hokdor said

Registration just got approved and hotel booked. First year going, very excited.
I look forward to meeting the online community in person and networking.

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There’s a Tealet party for bloggers on one of the nights, I believe. I’m excited for your talk and to meet you Nicole!

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Zephyr select said

I’ll be there too. Would love to meet any other steepster peeps that are going. :-)

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Ericka said

Hey there!

Im going :D

Website: http://www.worldteaexpo.com/
Date: June 13 – 17, 2016
Where: Las Vegas Convention Center / South Hall 3150 Paradise Road Las Vegas, NV 89109
Cost: N/A
Transportation: https://shuttlewizard.com
Accommodation: https://aws.passkey.com/event/13881976/owner/2698962/home

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