Captivate Buyers

CAPTIVATE TECH BUYERS

Tech Connect LIVE!
May 21-23, 2024
Chicago, IL

Tech Connect LIVE is an exciting new LIVE event hosted by Levin Consulting that brings together consumer tech vendors with channel buyers. Throughout our 30-year history, we have been committed to providing opportunities for vendors to build industry relationships with retailers and distributors. That has not changed. Be an active part of this dynamic consumer technology industry event where you make crucial connections that impact your business – register now!

Increase Sales

INCREASE SALES

At Tech Connect LIVE, you will present your products to category retail buyers and distributors through small group presentations, then meet with them in prescheduled one-on-one meetings to open discussion. We want you to be successful at this event – and will work to make that happen.

Get Placed

GET PLACED

Do you currently have products in the channel? Are you looking for opportunities to grow brand distribution? Do you want to be more strategic in the channel? Connect with buyers that need products RIGHT NOW – both online and in-store.

Relax & Network

RELAX AND NETWORK

While presentations and prescheduled meetings are important, nothing builds relationships like relaxing with buyers and industry peers during cocktails and meals. Personal connections within the industry are invaluable to you and your business.

Be More Visible

BE MORE VISIBLE

Interested in being a larger part of an exciting event that brings together new tech products and retail and distribution buyers? there are sponsorship opportunities available to increase brand awareness and attract new customers. Ask for details!

EVENT HOST

TECH CONNECT LIVE!

PROGRAM DATE  |  MAY 21-23, 2024
LOCATION  |  HYATT REGENCY O’HARE | CHICAGO, IL

Captivate tech buyers in one-on-one, scheduled meetings and group presentations.

This in-person tech event hosted by Levin Consulting combines group buyer presentations, one-on-one meetings, and product exhibition in one location over three days. The format will include two groups of buyers for each category.

Why this event benefits your business:

  • At the 2023 event, the average retailer added 8 new vendors
  • Connect with 40-50 retailers and distributors in one place over 2 days
  • Present products in a small group setting to interested buyers and distributors
  • Grow your market through prescheduled one-on-one meetings with more than 40 key global retail and distribution buyers
  • Exhibit in Vendor Expo to meet additional retailers and service providers
  • Get feedback from industry buyers on product, packaging, pricing, and more
  • Relax and network during cocktail hours and meals

 

The best way to build relationships is face-to-face interaction – and you can do that at Tech Connect LIVE. Whether you are looking to get discovered, grow your brand distribution, or become more strategic in the consumer tech channel, this is the program for you!

CONTACT  |  ERIC HOLDREN  ericrh@levinconsulting.com
BROCHURES  |  VENDOR / RETAILER

FEATURED CATEGORIES

HARDWARE / NEW TECHNOLOGY
Audio/Visual, Computers & Gaming Hardware & Peripherals, Security, IoT, Smart Appliances, outdoor Power and more

ACCESSORIES / SMALL ELECTRICS / PORTABLE AUDIO
Smartphone, Notebook, Computer & Gaming Accessories, Portable Audio, Small Electrics, Holiday Gift Items & more

RETAILERS & DISTRIBUTORS

Build business and relationships with retailers and distributors throughout the US and Canada in the following channels:

  • Regional CE Retailers
  • Mass Merchants
  • Online Retailers
  • College Bookstores
  • TV Shopping Channels
  • National Buying Groups
  • Office Products Retailers
  • Food & Drug
  • Travel Centers / Airport Stores
  • Department Stores
  • Distribution
  • Discounters
  • Warehouse Clubs

WHAT'S IN STORE FOR YOU

The latest innovations

Interactive product demos

Boardroom presentations

One-on-one meetings

2024 CONFIRMED RETAILERS & DISTRIBUTORS

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BUYER SEMINAR AND VENDOR ED SESSIONS

E-MOBILITY SELL-THROUGH

Sponsored by TradeHubb

Buyer attendees of Tech Connect LIVE are invited to a seminar featuring an expert panel that will discuss e-mobility sell-through strategies and insights.

Our panel of experts is here to provide you with their indispensable knowledge and industry expertise. They’ll share practical advice and insights, ensuring you leave the seminar armed with a toolkit of strategies for success within this trending, high-growth category.

This seminar is best for buyers that purchase the following categories:

  • Sporting goods
  • Outdoor gear
  • Fitness
  • Electronics

CONSUMER TECH MARKET

Expert Analysis by Circana

TOPIC: Finding opportunity in Today’s Consumer Technology Market

SPEAKER: Ben Arnold, Executive Director, Circana

OVERVIEW:

  • The shift in consumer shopping habits; ecommerce trends
  • Categories and opportunities that are growing; where consumers are spending their technology dollars
  • How tech is performing amid persistent economic challenges
  • Outlook for consumer tech spending over the next 2 years

UNDERSTANDING AMAZON

Insight from Levin Consulting

TOPIC: Understanding & Managing Amazon

SPEAKER: Ed Anderson, President, Levin Consulting

OVERVIEW:

  • Customer Journey & Funnel
  • Tools to Impact
  • Strategic Management Techniques & Executive Dashboarding
  • Critical Pillars of Success

EVENT PARTNERS

SILVER

5-Minute Presentations
$7,500 program pricing / USD
  • For emerging brands
  • Meet category buyers & distributors
  • 5-minute presentation with 2 buyer groups
  • 10-minute pre-scheduled meetings
  • 10’x10′ exhibit space in Vendor Expo
  • Additional meetings with buyers that stop by your exhibit space
  • Group breakfast, lunch & cocktails
  • Two event badges included

GOLD

15-Minute Meetings
$12,500 program pricing / USD
  • For leading brands
  • Meet category buyers & distributors
  • 15-minute presentation with 2 buyer groups
  • 15-minute pre-scheduled meetings
  • 10’x10′ exhibit space in Vendor Hall
  • Additional meetings with buyers that stop by your exhibit space
  • Group breakfast, lunch & cocktails
  • Two event badges included

PLATINUM

30-Minute Presentations
SOLD OUT! program pricing / USD
  • For tier one brands
  • Meet ALL buyers & distributors
  • 30-minute presentation with 2 buyer groups
  • 15-minute pre-scheduled meetings
  • Private meeting room for product display, retailer presentations and prescheduled one-on-one meetings
  • Automatic event sponsorship including logo on giveaways and signage throughout the event
  • Group breakfast, lunch & cocktails
  • Four event badge included