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In one of the first events of 2025, the ASI Orlando show — which took place from January 4-6 — brought together 4,000 suppliers, distributors, and thought leaders. Among other highlights, ASI chose its first show of the year to unveil ESP+ Stores, its groundbreaking new innovation, drawing hundreds of attendees to witness its transformative potential firsthand. Distributors crowded ASI’s tech booth for back-to-back live demos, showcasing how easily they can create fully branded, customized online stores in just five clicks. Distributors were buzzing at the seamless integration with the powerful ESP+ platform, envisioning how ASI’s cutting-edge solution could revolutionize their businesses.

But that wasn’t the only highlight of the event. The show welcomed 170 new distributor companies and 40 new exhibitors. Distributors took advantage of a packed Education Day on Saturday, Jan. 4, featuring 25 new classes on sales, marketing, AI, and social media trends. Highlights included the highly interactive “Breakfast Brainstorm: Connect & Collaborate on Today’s Business Challenges,” where distributors shared actionable solutions to common industry obstacles, exchanging business cards and ideas.

“ASI Orlando is where our industry kicks off the year with energy and excitement,” said Timothy M. Andrews, president and chief executive officer of ASI. “This show underscores our commitment to helping suppliers and distributors succeed with new tools, strategies and a strong sense of unity. I’m proud of the opportunities and new partnerships generated here that will drive success throughout 2025.”

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Looking ahead to 2025, there will be plenty of trade shows and events for apparel decorators to attend, including PRINTING United Expo, set to also take place in Orlando.