KBIS 2015 Exceeds Expectations Propelling Exhibitor Growth For 2016 Show

(Photo : Courtesy of KBIS / KBIS 2015 Day One)

It has only been a month since the 2015 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and plans are already in development for the show in 2016. The show has already experienced more than 315 manufacturers and brands commit to the exhibit next January.

Emerald Expositions has sold nearly 266,130 net-square-feet of exhibit space just this month which is impressive since almost the same amount of space was sold in all of 2015. During the latest show, more the 30,000 industry professionals visited the floors and attracted over 500 exhibitors!

New presenters and Loyalty Leaders were recognized for their trusted commitment to exhibiting at KBIS for the last six years. Other tradeshows played a role in this year's success, Design & Construction Week, International Builders' Show (IBS), the Winter 2015 Las Vegas Market and The International Surface Event — SURFACES and Tile Expo — brought a wide range of interested consumers and professionals.

Bill Darcy, CEO of National Kitchen and Bath Association, stated, "We have created a vibrant forum to get businesses done in the kitchen and bath industry, fulfilling a major part of our association mission. From here, it only gets better with outstanding programming, top-notch learning opportunities, and the enthusiastic support of all exhibitors launching their new innovations at KBIS."

The combination of businesses, educational programming and full exhibition floors creates potential success for all involved in the industry and many are optimistic more than ever that the future of this platform will continue to expand.

KBIS 2016 will be held Jan. 19-21, in Las Vegas.

About KBIS
KBIS, in conjunction with the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) is an inspiring, interactive platform that showcases the latest industry products, trends and technologies. KBIS is the voice of the kitchen and bath industry and has been for 50 years.

Early in 2013, the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) announced an agreement to co-locate the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) with the International Builders' Show (IBS) in Las Vegas, Nev. in Feb. 2014 under the banner of Design and Construction Week. The mega-event will return Jan. 20-22, 2015, in Las Vegas with each show occupying a separate hall. Kitchen and bath brands that have participated in both shows can continue to choose to exhibit in the KBIS or IBS hall. One pass will provide access to both exhibits. NKBA and NAHB will continue to produce separate educational programming and special events.

For the latest news and announcements visit www.KBIS.com, follow KBIS on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/KitchenBathIndustryShow and on Twitter at @KBIS2015.

About the National Kitchen & Bath Association
The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is a non-profit trade association with more than 60,000 members that has educated and led the kitchen and bath industry for over 50 years. NKBA.org provides consumers with an inspiration gallery of award-winning kitchen and bath designs, as well as articles, tips, and an extensive glossary of remodeling terms. At NKBA.org, consumers can also find NKBA Connect (the association's official blog), certified kitchen and bath professionals in their areas, submit questions to NKBA experts, and download the free NKBA Kitchen Planner and NKBA Bath Planner. To learn more, visit the NKBA Press Room at www.NKBA.org.

About Emerald Expositions

Emerald is a leading operator of large business-to-business tradeshows in the United States, producing more than 85 tradeshows and conference events per year connecting over 525,000 buyers and sellers across ten diversified end-markets, including general merchandise; sports; hospitality and retail design; jewelry, luxury, and antiques; e-commerce; photography;  decorated apparel;  building; healthcare; and military. Emerald is headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, Cal. The company's shows are typically the most prominent and important for exhibitors and attendees within their various industries. For more information on Emerald, please visit www.emeraldexpositions.com.