A Show director’s Top Five picks

Inventors, award winners and featured products are some of the highlights on the 2017 National Hardware Show must-see list.

Rich Russo, VP of the National Hardware Show presented his five top picks to see, experience and explore in Las Vegas May 9-11. Here’s his list aimed at dealer attendees:

• Personalized Exhibitor Recommendations—need help sifting through 2,700+ exhibitors? Our personalized exhibitor recommendations can help! Based on information you provide during registration, we’ll send you a customized list of exhibitors to visit.

• Featured Product Displays—from Made in USA and New Product Launch to New Product World and the Homewares & Lawn, Garden & Outdoor Living Awards Displays, these product displays are where you can quickly access the products your customers will be asking for.

• Inventors Spotlight—who doesn’t love a chance to discover the next big thing? Don’t miss your opportunity in Inventors Spotlight with 100+ innovative new solutions.

• NRHA Stage Sessions & Awards Ceremonies—take a few moments to review the schedule. Plus, the daily awards ceremonies will help you find what top buyers are ordering this year.

• Annual Tailgate Backyard & BBQ Party -- this year, we’re going Hawaiian style. Join us for complimentary refreshments, food sampling and more at the Luau on Wednesday, May 10, 4:30 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. outside in Tailgate, Backyard & BBQ.