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Celebrating its 15th (Crystal) anniversary as the leading product development event and educational conference for the beauty, health, and wellness industries, HBA is poised to offer you the most innovative solutions currently available across the globe. From September 18-20, 2007 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York, HBA Global Expo will feature more than 40+ conference sessions and educational programs, 60 participating countries, and 650 exhibitors including sector-dedicated exhibits and international pavilions from China, France, Israel, Italy and Taiwan as well as European and German Villages. As you plan your HBA Global Expo visit, don�t miss the opportunity to see hundreds of new products, discover new technological advances, pick-up some fresh marketing and branding insights, or participate in eye-opening discussions about the latest trends and regulations effecting the industry � all while making vital business connections that will help your business grow. HBA Global Expo � Positioning & Planning Will Help You Achieve Your Goals The challenges and opportunities created by today�s demanding marketplace have almost mandated that HBA become much more user-friendly in its offerings. This year, HBA Global Expo has been restructured into three �crystal-clear� components that encompass the major industry sectors�Marketing, Technical, and Naturals. Each sector also has a focused conference program within the educational program that has been redesigned to let marketing and technical professionals attend any of the sessions in order to encourage the marriage of �market pull� and �technology push.� Sector-dedicated exhibits and international pavilions on the show floor will also provide attendees with the most comprehensive view of the industry�from formula to finish. While reviewing all that HBA Global Expo has to offer at www.hbaexpo.com, be sure to note the distinct icons that visually lead you to the solutions most relevant to your business. These coupled with the technically-driven registration/ matchmaking system will provide you with unparalleled resources as you plan your HBA visit � and, most importantly, your product development, sales and marketing goals. Educational Programming at HBA�Earn a Degree in Innovation & Profitability! With hundreds of hours of programming and presentations, expert speakers and a show floor brimming with resources, ideas and networking opportunities, HBA is at the forefront of the educational process for this industry. --The Best Education in the Business �HBA University is a place of learning and open horizons; an opportunity to investigate, explore, learn and pass on new information and ideas,� according to Nikiforos Kollias, Principal Research Fellow, Johnson & Johnson Group of Consumer Companies. The Marketing Conference provides the latest information on marketing and strategic brand development, substainable packaging, design, display, and manufacturing innovations as well as industry trends and forecasts. HBA Naturals provides food for thought on the marriage of nature and beauty, providing a platform to explore beauty from the inside out. This programs offers content on how to develop and market a new generation of products and services that target holistic wellness and beauty as well as environmental and green economy issues. The Technical Conference Program provides insight into trend-setting high performance and active ingredients, and explores recent advancements in anti-aging, natural colorants, nutri-cosmetics, senso-cosmetics, and nanomaterials. Research, scientific findings and technologies that are impacting and redefining product development in skin care, hair care, color cosmetics and personal care are also addressed. --Fragrance Business Conference & Tradeshow Pavilion A one day Marketing and Strategies Conference, September 19, and bonus half-day Fragrance Consumer Awareness Symposium, September 20, this unprecedented new feature will provide brand managers, marketers, and product development professionals with the latest information and future trends of the fragranced products category. In addition, the Fragrance Business tradeshow pavilion brings you top suppliers, fragrance houses, and new fragranced products. --HBA International Safety & Regulatory Summit This full day conference, scheduled for Wednesday, September 19, 2007, features a panel of 17 international cosmetic industry experts including the FDA, CTFA, toxicologists, attorneys, and more. This unique cadre of world leaders will offer insight into the impact of emerging global regulations in the cosmetic and personal care industry. The Summit is sponsored by HAPPI. Add These Highlights to Your Show Agenda� --New Product Showcase Galleria Tuesday, September 18 through Thursday, September 20, 2007 Continuing to answer the demand for new product information and upholding its reputation of being a launching pad for innovative cosmetic and personal care products and services, HBA Global Expo 2007 debuts an enhanced New Product Showcase Galleria. Sponsored by HAPPI and MINTEL, attendees will be able to view hundreds of new products from exhibitors ranging from the latest skin care formulations to unique packaging design and materials in this dedicated area on the exhibit show floor. --Presentation Theater Tuesday, September 18 through Thursday, September 20, 2007 Conveniently located on the HBA Global Expo Show Floor, the Presentation Theater, will offer daily sessions, free to attendees, on Marketing, Package Design, Finished Goods, Technical Solutions, Naturals and High Performance Ingredients. Indicate that you will attend while registering; and receive a customized schedule and details. --6th Annual HBA Industry Awards Dinner Tuesday, September 18, 2007 Marriott Marquis Hotel Join HBA in honoring �The Best in Beauty� � those companies and individuals who made significant contributions to the beauty industry and packaging innovation. This prestigious event is guaranteed to be a top highlight of your HBA experience. Congratulate this year�s recipients: The Lifetime Achievement in Product Development Ralph Macchio, Senior Vice President, Global Research & Development and Chief Scientific Officer, COTY, Inc. Lifetime Achievement in Marketing Jill Scalamandre, Chief Marketing Officer, Chrysallis | Fekkai | NIA 24 | Pout Packaging Executive of the Year Scott Widro, Vice President Materials Management/Manufacturing, Chanel Inc. Also celebrate The Annual New Product R&D Technical Team Award to Fusion Brands and Kao Brand as well as The International Technology Awards, Fragrance Marketer of the Year, and the The ICN Award�Recognizing Creativity. The evening ends with the HBA�s International Package Design Awards (IPDA) being announced. For tickets to the HBA Industry Awards Dinner contact Barbara Wheat at [email protected] or call 609-759-4732. Register Now to Attend Without question, participation in the HBA educational program coupled with planned, show floor participation will provide you with most comprehensive view of the industry from formula to finish. Register online today for HBA Global Expo and receive significant cost-savings secured through early registration and free exhibit hall pass at www.hbaexpo.com; input source code PHAP7. For additional information call 1-212-600-3351.