ORLANDO, FL– (August 2, 2022) –  Surf Expo, the premier watersports and coastal lifestyle marketplace, is launching Surf Expo CONNECT in conjunction with its upcoming show at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando on Sept. 8-10.

Surf Expo CONNECT provides a seamless way for both buyers and exhibitors to create meaningful new business connections, make the most of face-to-face time, and reach new vendors and customers.

For buyers, the free CONNECT with Brands tool allows buyers to research brands and products, create a “must-see” list, email with brands, and reserve one-on-one time with them using the calendar system to request an appointment.

For exhibitors, the CONNECT with Buyers tool allows them to search registered buyers by location, title or product categories. Exhibitors can also see a list of attendees who have shown interest in their company, message buyers, view appointment requests and manage meetings in the calendar function.

Each exhibitor at Surf Expo qualifies for 30 free emails and 30 appointment requests to buyers, and can expand the plan if desired.

“We always strive to add new benefits and resources for the buyers and exhibitors that attend Surf Expo,” said Roy Turner, senior vice president and show director. “We believe the CONNECT application will be invaluable to both buyers and exhibitors for building new business relationships.”

CONNECT is available now for registered buyers and exhibitors on the Surf Expo.

Registration is open for Surf Expo September. Head to Surfexpo.com for further show information, including the exhibitor list and floor plan.