$50 savings on Imaging USA thru December 1st

Imaging USA ‘09 is on track to be our biggest show ever! But we know that many photographers are facing difficult times right now. We hear you and we’re in your corner. That’s why we’ve decided to help out by extending the deadline for receiving Imaging USA’s early registration discount of $50 to December 1st.

Now more than ever you need relevant, business-critical information and ideas to help you weather this economic storm. Register now for Imaging USA and gain peace of mind knowing that the training and education needed to sustain you through these difficult economic times is just around the corner. An entire track of Business First classes, the unveiling of the 2008 Financial Benchmark Survey results, and timely classes on pricing and branding are just a few of the business-critical sessions you’ll see at Imaging USA 2009 in Phoenix.

Imaging USA truly is the best investment you can make right now for the future of your business. We’re serious about photography because we’re serious about your success!

Get more on Imaging Expo's floor

If you’ve been to Imaging USA, you know that the fun and education (yes, those two words do go together here) extend from the classrooms to the Imaging Expo floor. If you’ve never been…well, come and see for yourself!     

Imaging Expo goes beyond what you might expect. This year we have the most tradeshow booths ever. In fact, there’s over 223,000 sq.ft. of space dedicated just for the that! Take a look at the exhibitors who will give you ideas and special deals on the latest products and services: www.ImagingUSA.org/expo.php.

And as you browse the latest and greatest, you can watch experts give live, in-booth demos on the Expo floor. In addition, you should plan a stop at the Microsoft Theater and the GraphiStudio Theater. These tradeshow-floor classrooms feature some mighty great speakers:

Microsoft Theater features:

• Peter Krogh
• Angela Carson, Cr.Photog., API
• Jerry Ghionis

GraphiStudio Theater features:

• Yervant
• Joe Buissink
• Jim Garner
• Bob Davis

And if that’s not enough to keep you busy, go stand in awe of the International Print Exhibit. You’re sure to find inspiration among the great images, including the 2008 Loan Collection and Showcase Collection.

Join us at Imaging USA and you’ll find inspiration (and practical advice) everywhere you go.

WiFi access in the Internet Cafe'

Want to stay connected to everyone (and your business) while you’re soaking up the education and inspiration at Imaging USA? That’s easy. Get your free WiFi, computer access, and more with the Internet Café, sponsored by Miller’s Professional Imaging! Internet Café will be located near the Imaging USA Program rooms in the West Building, 300 level of the Phoenix Convention Center.

Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep at Imaging USA - Correction

We recently posted a notice about the Imaging USA pre-convention class on Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, a network of volunteer professional photographers who provide the gift of portraiture to families whose infants will never leave the hospital.

This training class is actually OPEN TO ANYONE interested in the group, not just the NILMDTS volunteer photographers themselves. It's a great opportunity to learn, from those who know best, what is involved with this heart-warming nonprofit.

With that said, here is the class description again:

Saturday, January 10, 2009 | 5:30pm - 10:30pm
Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep (NILMDTS) Photographers, new and old, have a unique opportunity to attend an NILMDTS Training Seminar. Co-Founders Sandy “Sam” Puc’ and Cheryl Haggard will be teaching from the brand-new NILMDTS training manual, so be sure to bring yours along. Cost is $29 and anyone may attend.

Seating is limited, so register early: nowilaymedowntosleep.org/ProdDisplay.php?id=95

For more information on this and other pre-convention classes, visit www.imagingusa.org/schedule.php?sort=pre.

Learn more about Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep at: nowilaymedowntosleep.org.

Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep at Imaging USA

Saturday, January 10, 2009 | 5:30pm - 10:30pm
Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep (NILMDTS) Photographers, new and old, have a unique opportunity to attend an NILMDTS Training Seminar. Co-Founders Sandy “Sam” Puc’ and Cheryl Haggard will be teaching from the brand-new NILMDTS training manual, so be sure to bring yours along. Cost is $29 and you must be a NILMDTS volunteer photographer to attend. For more information on this and other pre-convention classes, visit www.imagingusa.org/schedule.php?sort=pre. Seating is limited, so register early: nowilaymedowntosleep.org/ProdDisplay.php?id=95

Learn more about Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep at: nowilaymedowntosleep.org.

Eco-Chic Organic Marketing...It's Natural!

Sneak a peek at one of eight great classes in Imaging USA’s Business First educational track, sponsored by WHCC:

Carol Andrews, M.Photog.Cr., ABI
       Sunday, January  11, 2009
       5:00pm - 5:45pm
  Eco-Chic Organic Marketing…It’s Natural!
From utilizing “marketing mommies” to word of mouth and other low-cost methods for promotional buzz, Carol gives you simple ideas and methods to follow for your own marketing.

Business comes first

Don’t miss the brand-new educational track on Sunday, January 11, 2008: Business First, sponsored by WHCC. These eight classes give you one full day of education focused on your business needs. From organization and customer service to framing, packaging, dealing with employees, telephone techniques, organic marketing, and selling…there’s something here for everyone’s business. Plus, you’ll be learning from some of the most successful photography businesses!     

Just check the current schedule at www.ImagingUSA.org/schedule.php.
(sort by Track/Conference to find all the Business First classes)

After all, your photography alone won’t keep you in business! Join us at Imaging USA to help keep your photography techniques and your business skills fresh.

Turn your business around in 2009

Turn your business around in 2009—get started with essential, pre-convention business education at Imaging USA. Our instructors, who have helped hundreds of studios just like yours, will be presenting four pre-convention classes at Imaging USA. Space is limited, so sign up now. It could be the best business decision you make this year.     

• The Business of Photography
• Financial Management and Planning
• Sales and Customer Service
• Marketing and Promotions

Imagine Imaging...a bit earlier

Don’t forget the tantalizing array of pre-convention classes (January 8-10) and the PPA Charities Celebration Event (January 10) when you’re making your Imaging USA 2009 travel plans. They might convince you to head to sunny Phoenix a bit earlier!

Perhaps the best part about pre-convention classes is that you can get more individualized and in-depth instruction. With times the way they are, do you need to understand more about financial management and planning? Take the full-day Thursday class on the subject from Scott Kurkian and Tracy Harris. PPA’s Board of Directors is even holding an all-day, Indoor/Outdoor Speed-Shooting class, where you can learn from one after another in rotating sessions.

There are many more options—just browse the choices (and descriptions) at www.ImagingUSA.org.

Along with the extra education, coming early lets you attend the PPA Charities Celebration Event (and the morning golf outing) on Saturday! The food, fun, and the ever-popular auctions will make you glad you checked into Imaging USA early. Get started with this part of your planning on the Special Events page on www.ImagingUSA.org.

Is it just me, or do the reasons to come—and come early—to Imaging USA keep piling up?