Trade Shows & Special Events

Rachel Litner Associates has long-standing connections with industry trade shows and client and media events. We are a firm believer in using these venues to spotlight our clients’ expertise and stay on the radar screen in the press and in the public eye.

Below is a listing of trade shows in which RLA participates.

• The International Home + Housewares Show
  • Housewares Charity Foundation (HCF) - A collaborative effort among industry manufacturers, retailers and allied industry partners

  • RLA played an instrumental role in HCF’s annual charitable gala for nearly ten years, from 1997 when the Foundation was established, to 2006. During this time, HCF raised more than $1,000,000 annually, and drew approximately 800 guests to its gala (that coincides with the IHA).
  • RLA’s responsibilities included supporting HCF's efforts by overseeing the evening's fundraising journal, helping to coordinate logistics at the event and assisting with publicity activities.

• Gourmet Housewares Show
• Specialty Coffee Association of America
• International Association of Culinary Professionals
• National Restaurant Association
• International Hotel/Motel/Restaurant Show
• North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers

Polder
In positioning Polder as a leader in the housewares industry, RLA increased the company’s visibility through participation in trade shows, design competitions and media tours. By driving home the company’s focus on products that combine aesthetic appeal and practical benefits, RLA generated media placements in key publications such as Real Simple, House Beautiful and The Wall Street Journal.