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July 2005 / Issue 7
President's Message
It's Time to "Review and Renew" Your APPMA Membership Benefits
With membership renewal notices mailed recently, we encourage you to consider the benefits of being an APPMA member. The most obvious advantage of APPMA membership is the opportunity to exhibit at Global Pet Expo, but that's just the tip of the iceberg... For complete story, click here
APPMA News
APPMA News APPMA Members make the news, while the Association announces this year's scholarship winners, welcomes new members and prepares for the Management Conference in November 2005... For complete story, click here
Survey Says
Check Out What's New in The 2005-2006 APPMA National Pet Owners Survey The new Survey features content on animal segments and topics not previously researched by APPMA... For complete story,
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Legal Briefs
Process Controls are Coming; Are You Ready? Many animal feed manufacturers mistakenly believe that process control systems are reserved for the human food sector because they are intended to protect humans and the environment. However, regulators are 
discussing ways of mandating process controls... For complete story,
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Marketing/Communications/PR
APPMA Launches NEW Member Service: Discounted Public Relations PackagesIf a strong PR program is not already part of your company's marketing strategy, it's time to reconsider and include it in your future plans. APPMA has added a new membership benefit that will make implementing a planned PR program easier for you than ever before. For complete story,
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Show Shakedown
Global Pet Expo 2006 Update: Check Out Our New Online Booth Applications and The Improved Exhibitor Prospectus! Following Global Pet Expo 2005, we asked you how we could make your show experience even better. 91 percent of members requested the ability to submit booth space applications online… we heard your request and online applications are now available! That's not all that is new, be sure to check out the improved Exhibitor Prospectus... For complete story,
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Industry Insight
Why APPMA is Truly Your Association In the past few years APPMA membership has grown by over 40 percent. We currently have nearly 850 members! This is a sign of a growing and healthy industry. APPMA strives to be your partner in making you successful, and is proud to offer you many programs that are truly beneficial... For complete story,
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APPMA Management Conference
Not Everything That Happens In Vegas Should Stay In Vegas! Mark your calendars and plan to attend this year's APPMA Management Conference scheduled for November 8-10 in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Packed with exciting speakers and topics, you'll want to be part of this fantastic educational and networking event... For complete story,
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Referral Network
Referral Network Are you in need of a manufacturer representative? Let the APPMA Referral Network help you find one. The online referral network allows APPMA members to post a listing for FREE in one of six different categories, including a section dedicated to “Reps Wanted”. Also listed are business opportunities, job openings and other services available to the APPMA membership. Click here for more information.