Posted by Les Jones 1 on 09/05/2013 14:22:22:
I have noticed this year that Chronos are not on the list of traders. It looks like more traders are finding the cost of attending the show is not justified. Last year Proops did not attend and are not listed this year. I remember going to Proops shop in Tottenham Court Road in the 1960's
Les.
In my personal opinion, the cost of attending the Harrogate Show has been very stable over the past few years. Louis Rex and his team always do a great job in organising and running this show.
For those who have never been, it is a great show and a brilliant venue.
In ARCs case, our product range has increased, and we cannot afford to shut down our website while we attend the show, as mentioned in the past. Now days there is also increased competition, with tighter profit margins.
So, although the costs have remained constant, the returns have decreased.
Ketan at ARC.