Diamond Comic Distributors and Alliance Game Distributors are gearing up for their only Retailer Summit of 2004, which is to be held in Baltimore from September 12th to 14th.  Over 75 exhibitors are already committed, including the largest comic and manga companies, game companies, anime manufacturers, toy companies, and more.

 

Programming is an emphasis at this year's Summit, with a number of retailer-hosted panels and presentations providing instruction and discussion on topics of interest.  Among the educational programs are Superior Salesmanship, hosted by Chris Powell (Lone Star) and Mike Malve (Atomic Comics); Retail Fundamentals, hosted by Steve Ellis (Rainy Day Games); and Selling to Female Customers, hosted by Heather Barnhorst (Attactix) and Amanda Fisher (Muse Comics).

 

Other events include the Alliance warehouse sale, a Diamond International Galleries tour, and an Orioles/Yankees game at Camden Yards.

 

This is the only fall trade show for pop culture retailers this year.