CRC 2nd Annual Member Meeting
The Future Of Celebration: Responsible. Innovative. United.
EVENT DETAILS
WELCOME RECEPTION
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Date: Wednesday, November 12
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Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Location: Sheraton Bloomington Hotel, Minneapolis, MN
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Join fellow CRC members and industry leaders to kick off the event with drinks, small bites, and great conversation.​
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ANNUAL MEETING
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Date: Thursday, November 13
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Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Location: Sheraton Bloomington Hotel, Minneapolis, MN​​
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A full day of programming, including panels, networking, and inspiration centred on sustainability, innovation, and industry unity.
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REGISTER TO ATTEND
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Ticket
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$200/person
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Leader Ambassadors
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$100/person
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By invitation only​
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HOTEL INFORMATION ​
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The event will take place at:
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Sheraton Bloomington Hotel
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5601 W 78th St, Minneapolis, MN 55439
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Special CRC Meeting Rate until Oct 24th: $130/night. ​
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Why Attend
CRC’s 2nd Annual Member Meeting is the premier gathering for celebration industry leaders, decorators, innovators, and suppliers.
Join us to exchange insights, explore trends, and shape the future of the celebration economy. With timely topics, strategic discussions, and valuable connections, this one-day event is designed to advance a stronger, more sustainable industry — together.
AGENDA
AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS
Responsible- Navigating Challenges for a Stronger Future
Session: Helium at a Crossroads: Securing Supply and Strategy for the U.S. Balloon Industry
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Speaker: Phil Kornbluth, Executive Consultant, Kornbluth Helium Consulting
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Overview: Gain timely insights into helium market dynamics and practical strategies for navigating volatility, sourcing challenges, and long-term supply stability.
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Session: Driving Sustainable Innovation in Packaging and Product Circularity
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Moderator: Suteesh Chumber, CRC CEO
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Panel Featuring Industry Leaders Across the Celebration Ecosystem: A multi-stakeholder panel representing retail, packaging, materials, and product manufacturing sectors discusses how businesses are adapting to regulatory pressures and advancing sustainable design and supply chain practices.
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Overview: Cross-industry conversation on circularity, material innovation, and aligning sustainability with operational strategy.
Innovative - Reimagining Retail, Products, and the Celebration Experience
Session: The New Celebration Experience: Reimagining Your Store, Recharging Your Business
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Speaker: Chris Richardson, President, Accents Enterprises
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Overview: Discover how celebration retailers can affordably modernize their stores, strengthen vendor relationships, adopt time-saving AI tools, and build deeper community connections — all while aligning with growing consumer expectations for responsible celebration.
United - Building a More Connected, Collaborative Industry
Session: Understanding the Challenges of Balloon Professionals
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Moderator: Maria Stockham, CRC Executive Director
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Panel Featuring Voices Across the Creative and Commercial Landscape: A collaborative discussion featuring balloon artists, educators, and suppliers exploring how to address creative, operational, and business challenges — and uncover shared opportunities for growth.
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Overview: This session surfaces the real-world hurdles decorators face and highlights collaborative solutions that support long-term success across the celebration industry.
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