Below are just some of the comments from retailers and exhibitors that have visited the show:
Retailer Quotes
"Very well organised and presented"
"Went to the gala dinner which was really enjoyable. Had a really good couple of days. Thank you."
"I thought it was fantastic"
"Pro-retail is always good for getting new ideas on how to take your business forward"
"Attending the show inspired me to improve my store and implement new lines"
"Ultimately as retailers, we are there to learn and find out what's happening in the industry"
"The Gala Night Dinner gave us a chance to talk and socialise with other retailers which is always useful."
A selection of quotes from the Visitor Feedback Form returned by visitors to Pro-retail 2007
Supplier Quotes
"We will definitely be attending next year."
Sam Walker, Business Development Manager, CCE
"Pro-retail is the busiest, biggest and best - it's such a good show."
Jeremy Blackburn, Group Communications Manager, Gallaher Ltd
"Pro-retail is by far the biggest show we attend. At the show this year we were focusing on core ranging and the 'promoting retail excellence' theme helped to get retailers talking about this."
Phil Watson, Business Manager, Cadbury Trebor Bassett Ltd
"In my opinion Pro-retail is the best show in terms of attendance and reputation. We do attend other shows but Pro-retail is the main attraction. From a merchandising point of view messages like 'Promoting retail excellence' are important and incentives like free lunch and transport to the show are very attractive to retailers."
Martin Hayes, Major Account Manager, Country Choice
"Pro-retail provides us with a good opportunity to get feedback from our customers which we consider very important. I consider exhibiting at Pro-retail a must."
Tim Little, Business Manager, Young's Seafood
"The show is very professional and really allowed us to deliver our message."
Charles Yates, National account manager, E&J Gallo Winery
