Strictly Sail Pacific to Return to Jack London Square in 2009

Strictly Sail Pacific will return to Oakland’s Jack London Square from Wednesday, April 15 to Sunday, April 19, 2009. Strictly Sail Pacific is the largest sail-only boat show on the West Coast, and is expected to attract up to 15,000 sailing enthusiasts and over 200 exhibitors.

The floorplan for the 2009 show will be finalized shortly and space contracts will be sent out in December. The floorplan is expected to be similar to last year but the ongoing construction work at Jack London Square may result in some slight modifications.

“Exhibitors and attendees really liked the layout for the 2008 show,” said Kevin Murphy, Strictly Sail Pacific show manager. “The outside tents created a festival atmosphere and attendees liked the proximity of the exhibit space to the local restaurants and shops. Our goal for 2009 is to create more tented areas to provide greater protection in the event of inclement weather.”

The 2009 Strictly Sail Pacific show will be supported by a multi-faceted media and promotional campaign to include radio advertising, national and local magazine advertising, a public relations campaign, direct mail, and comprehensive Internet and email marketing. A marketing toolbox, including discounted tickets, posters, postcards, e-blasts and website links, will be created to help exhibitors promote the show to their customers.

A committee meeting is planned for early December. If you would like to attend the committee meeting or are interested in getting involved, please contact Jonathan Banks at 401-841-0900 or jbanks@sailamerica.com. 

For information on space sales please contact Lori Gleason at: 312-240-6802 or lgleason@nmma.org.

For information regarding show operations, hotels, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kevin Murphy at 401-293-5207 or kmurphy@nmma.org.  

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