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    <title>The New &amp; Improved ShopPP</title>
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    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2012:/industry-insider//3.2014</id>

    <published>2012-04-20T15:59:24Z</published>
    <updated>2012-04-20T16:00:18Z</updated>

    <summary>Our online directory (putting photography products and services at the consumer&apos;s fingertips) has a brand-new look and even more features.</summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong></strong>Have you been on <a href="http://shop.ppmag.com/" target="_blank">ShopPP</a> lately? Our online directory (putting photography products and services at the consumer's fingertips) has a brand-new look and even more features. So, head on over and...</p>
<ul type="disc">
 <li>Update or upgrade your listing</li>
 <li>Offer exclusive deals to the browsers</li>
 <li>Share photos/videos</li>
 <li>Drive traffic to your website</li>
</ul>
<p>Come see how others are using it and how you can, too! <strong>Visit: <a href="http://shop.ppmag.com/" target="_blank">shop.ppmag.com</a>.</strong></p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>More Photographers Than Ever Are Joining PPA</title>
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    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2012:/industry-insider//3.2013</id>

    <published>2012-04-20T15:57:35Z</published>
    <updated>2012-04-20T15:58:16Z</updated>

    <summary>PPA membership has increased by 10%--to over 24,000 members--since October 2011</summary>
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        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong></strong>Professional photographers are flocking to PPA, thanks in part to a new member benefit that gives eligible members $15,000 worth of equipment insurance (called PhotoCare). In fact, PPA membership has increased by 10%--to over 24,000 members--since October 2011.</p>
<p>That's a lot of professional photographers--a lot of new, qualified customers for you!</p>
<p>Learn more ways to reach these growing numbers: <a href="http://ppmag.com/mediakit" target="_blank">ppmag.com/mediakit</a></p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Super Monday: Promote Your Products to Studios Across the Country</title>
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    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2012:/industry-insider//3.2012</id>

    <published>2012-04-20T15:54:18Z</published>
    <updated>2012-04-20T15:55:07Z</updated>

    <summary>As an exclusive benefit for Corporate Members, you are able to participate in PPA&apos;s Super Monday Photo Workshops. It&apos;s another way to promote your company and products across the country--and the only cost to you is offering a product discount or giveaway to the attendees! </summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong></strong>As an exclusive benefit for Corporate Members, you are able to participate in&nbsp;PPA's Super Monday&nbsp;Photo Workshops. It's another way to promote your company and products across the country--and the only cost to you is offering a product discount or giveaway to the attendees!&nbsp;</p>
<p>Each participating PPA Corporate Member provides a special offer that we then include in the "Bonus Pack" given to each photographer attending the programs. In addition to this exposure, your logo and offer are also included on the Super Monday web page and in our extensive email marketing campaigns.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Again, all it takes to participate in this program is a simple, special offer to the attendees. No additional cost is involved, and there's still time to take part. <strong>But you better act fast--the Super Monday workshops are held on May 14!</strong></p>
<p>If you would like to participate, please submit:</p>
<ul>
 <li>25-word description of the discount or offer</li>
 <li>Promo code&nbsp;for redeeming the offer&nbsp;at your company's website</li>
 <li>Estimated value of your offer or giveaway</li>
 <li>Logo in high-res EPS or JPEG format (and the web address you would like the logo to link to)</li>
</ul>
<p>
 Questions? Contact <a href="mailto:cpearson@ppa.com">Cheryl Pearson</a> at 404.522.8600, ext. 223. </p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Don&apos;t Forget Your Other Corporate Member Benefits</title>
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    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2012:/industry-insider//3.2011</id>

    <published>2012-04-20T15:52:30Z</published>
    <updated>2012-04-20T15:53:35Z</updated>

    <summary>There is simply no better way to intensify the impact or back up your marketing message than by becoming a PPA Corporate Member. Doing so connects your company with this industry powerhouse relied on by professional photographers worldwide. It&apos;s one...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
    </author>
    
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong></strong>There is simply no better way to intensify the impact or back up your marketing message than by becoming a PPA Corporate Member. Doing so connects your company with this industry powerhouse relied on by professional photographers worldwide. It's one of the best ways to reach our members because you will be identified with the association's efforts to protect photographers, their income, and their purchasing power!</p>
<p>And there are many more benefits and marketing opportunities you can enjoy as a Corporate Member. Just ask <a href="mailto:%20cpearson@ppa.com">Cheryl Pearson</a> for details!</p>
<ul>
 <li><strong>NEW--PPA Facebook Page Giveaway (Platinum Exclusive)--</strong>Put your newest products in front of 14,000+ professional photographers.&nbsp; (One Facebook giveaway per year, offer exclusive to Platinum Corporate Members.)</li>
 <li><strong>NEW--PPA Member Welcome Kit Promotion--</strong>Promote your company to all new PPA members each month. (Approximately 600 Welcome Kits are distributed monthly.) </li>
 <li>Imaging USA booth discounts and priority placement for your tradeshow booth.</li>
 <li>Opportunities to use member mailing lists (exclusive benefit for corporate members).</li>
 <li>Chances to provide online tutorials and education for our members--putting you foremost in their thoughts of educational resources.</li>
 <li>Recognition as a supporter on a variety of marketing materials such as websites, email newsletters and membership mailings</li>
 <li>Ability to take advantage of custom publishing opportunities, insurance options, and discounts on equipment leasing, credit card processing, and other merchant programs</li>
 <li>Many more benefits developed throughout each year!</li>
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<entry>
    <title>Imaging USA Updates</title>
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    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2012:/industry-insider//3.2010</id>

    <published>2012-04-20T15:49:36Z</published>
    <updated>2012-04-20T15:51:40Z</updated>

    <summary> Are you ready for Imaging USA 2013? It&apos;s never too early to start preparing...plus, one of the important deadlines is coming up: May 15 - Exhibitors who have reserved a booth space must pay 50% of their deposit (by...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
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        <![CDATA[<p>
 <strong></strong>Are you ready for Imaging USA 2013? It's never too early to start preparing...plus, one of the important deadlines is coming up:</p>
<ul>
 <li>May 15 - Exhibitors who have reserved a booth space must pay 50% of their deposit (by May 15) to confirm and hold that space. </li>
</ul>
<p><em>To make the payment (or if you have any questions about payment), contact <a href="mailto:kjones@ppa.com">Kim Jones</a>, 404-522-8600, ext. 269. If you have any questions about your booth space (or want to reserve one!), contact <a href="mailto:bingwersen@ppa.com">Bill Ingwersen</a>, 404-522-8600, ext. 239. </em></p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>New Corporate Member Benefits</title>
    <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.ppa.com/industry-insider/ppa/new-corporate-member-benefits.php" />
    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2012:/industry-insider//3.1940</id>

    <published>2012-01-31T18:31:00Z</published>
    <updated>2012-01-31T18:31:57Z</updated>

    <summary> There is simply no better way to supercharge the power of your marketing efforts than by becoming a PPA Corporate Member. Doing so connects you to the thousands of PPA members and it&apos;s one of the best ways to...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
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        <![CDATA[ <p>There is simply no better way to supercharge the power of your marketing  efforts than by becoming a PPA Corporate Member. Doing so connects you to the  thousands of PPA members and it's one of the best ways to reach our members  because you are identified with the association's efforts to protect  photographers, increase their income, and enhance their purchasing power!</p>
  <p>There are many sizable benefits and marketing opportunities you can take  advantage of as a PPA Corporate Member: </p>
  <ul>
    <li><strong>PPA Facebook Page Giveaway (Platinum Exclusive)--NEW for 2012! </strong>Put  your newest products in front of over 15,000 friends of PPA's Facebook page.  (One Facebook giveaway per year, offer  exclusive to Platinum Corporate Members.)</li>
    <li><strong>PPA Member Welcome Kit Promotion--NEW for 2012! </strong>Promote your company  to all new PPA members each month in their PPA Welcome Kit. (Approximately 600 PPA  New Member Welcome Kits are distributed monthly.) </li>
    <li>Imaging  USA booth discounts and priority placement.</li>
    <li>Use  of member mailing list (exclusive benefit for corporate members).</li>
    <li>Inclusion  in the PPA Online Coupon page. </li>
    <li>Visibility  and exposure on a variety of PPA member communication materials such as websites,  email newsletters and membership mailings.</li>
    <li>And  many more benefits</li>
  </ul>
  <p><a href="http://mediakit.ppmag.com/contact.php" target="_blank">Contact your PPA sales representative</a> for more information on PPA  Corporate Memberships. </p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>The PPA Benefit That Encourages Growth</title>
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    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2012:/industry-insider//3.1939</id>

    <published>2012-01-31T18:27:36Z</published>
    <updated>2012-01-31T18:29:12Z</updated>

    <summary> As you well know, the photography industry is not static. New techniques and technologies always appear. That is one reason why photographers should seek constant education to remain at the top of their game. And one of PPA&apos;s member...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
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        <![CDATA[<p> As you well know, the  photography industry is not static. New techniques and technologies always  appear. That is one reason why photographers should seek constant education to  remain at the top of their game. And one of PPA's member benefits helps  photographers do just that: the Merit &amp; Degree program.</p>
<p>When you hear "degree," you  might think of what you receive after completing a university curriculum. But a  PPA professional degree is different--it's a way photographers can track and  promote their ongoing progress in the industry. Since 1937, PPA has used the  Merit &amp; Degree program to encourage members to grow and to recognize  achievement that meet our high standards in art and service.</p>
  <p>And that focus on growth is  really the heart of the matter. The steps taken to earn PPA merits and  degrees--from excelling in competition to continual education and service--only  help strengthen photographers' skills. Plus, clients often see degrees as  symbols of quality. So earning a PPA degree can give photographers one more  reason for telling potential clients why they should call them, rather than the  competitor down the street. All of this can lead to more successful  photographers, which can also spell out good things for vendors in the  industry!</p>
  <p>Support from business  partners like you is part of how PPA is able to make the industry stronger  through benefits like the Merit &amp; Degree program. We  constantly encourage members to never be done learning, an attitude that can  help them successful image-makers for years to come. And that only helps your  business, too.</p>
  <p>For more details on the  Merit &amp; Degree program, visit <a href="http://www.ppa.com/degrees">www.ppa.com/degrees</a></p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Imaging USA Exhibitor Survey</title>
    <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.ppa.com/industry-insider/article/imaging-usa-exhibitor-survey.php" />
    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2012:/industry-insider//3.1938</id>

    <published>2012-01-31T18:26:51Z</published>
    <updated>2012-01-31T18:27:21Z</updated>

    <summary> If you haven&apos;t already done so, can you please take a moment to complete a short exhibitor survey? Your valuable feedback will help us to improve Imaging USA for next year. And, if you respond by Friday, February 3,...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
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    If you haven't already done so, can you please take a moment  to complete a short exhibitor survey? Your valuable feedback will help us to  improve Imaging USA for next year. And, if you respond by Friday, February 3,  you'll be entered in our random drawing for five $50 Amazon gift  certificates.  Click here to begin: <a href="https://vovici.com/wsb.dll/s/c193g4e326" target="_blank">https://vovici.com/wsb.dll/s/c193g4e326</a></p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Imaging USA 2012--What a Show!</title>
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    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2012:/industry-insider//3.1937</id>

    <published>2012-01-31T18:23:59Z</published>
    <updated>2012-01-31T18:26:27Z</updated>

    <summary> We would like to extend a big &quot;thank you&quot; to all exhibitors who participated in Imaging USA 2012 in New Orleans. We truly appreciate your commitment to play an active role in the industry and meet photographers face to...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
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        <![CDATA[<p> We would like to extend a big "thank you" to all exhibitors who  participated in Imaging USA 2012 in New Orleans. We truly appreciate your commitment  to play an active role in the industry and meet photographers face to face. We  hope you not only had a great time, but also walked away with strong  relationships and great sales. </p>
  <p>The Imaging USA attendee list is now available to all exhibitors. If  you have questions, please contact your PPA sales representative.</p>
  <p>And don't forget to check out the buzz at the Imaging USA social  networking sites. Attendees and PPA staff posted updates, photos and video  clips throughout the show:</p>
  <ul type="disc">
    <li><strong>Facebook</strong>: <a href="http://facebook.com/ImagingUSA" target="_blank">Facebook.com/ImagingUSA</a></li>
    <li><strong>Twitter</strong>: <a href="http://twitter.com/ImagingUSA" target="_blank">Twitter.com/ImagingUSA</a></li>
    <li><strong>Flickr</strong>: <a href="http://flickr.com/groups/imagingusa/" target="_blank">Flickr.com/groups/imagingusa/</a></li>
    <li><strong>Daily News and Videos</strong>: <a href="http://imagingusa.org/news" target="_blank">ImagingUSA.org/news</a></li>
  </ul>
  <p>Thank you again to all exhibitors and sponsors, and we look forward to  seeing you next year in Atlanta for Imaging USA 2013!</p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Don&apos;t Miss Your Chance to Make a Big Impression</title>
    <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.ppa.com/industry-insider/dont-miss-your-chance-to-make.php" />
    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2011:/industry-insider//3.1848</id>

    <published>2011-10-27T15:27:34Z</published>
    <updated>2011-10-27T15:29:01Z</updated>

    <summary> Imaging USA (January 15-17, 2012) is your chance to impress, excite and motivate the influential decision makers in your core market. But are you? Will you? There&apos;s still time to get involved as a sponsor, but it&apos;s running out!...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
    </author>
    
    
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<p> Imaging USA (January 15-17, 2012) is <em>your</em> chance to impress, excite and motivate the influential decision makers in your core market. But are you? Will you? There's still time to get involved as a sponsor, but it's running out! </p>
<p>As you've probably heard before, the first impression you make is often the one that lasts. So, raise your brand, your products and your services above the rest with a sponsorship that guarantees your company stays top of mind. Sponsorships can expand your company's Imaging USA convention and trade show experience, putting your name in highly visible and unexpected locations. They help you make big--and powerful--impressions on thousands of potential customers. </p>
<p>Don't wait any longer--<a href="http://mediakit.ppmag.com/contact.php" target="_blank">contact your Sponsorship Manager</a> to learn how we can help you create those impressions. Time is running out! </p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>PPA Buys Equipment Insurance for Most Members</title>
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    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2011:/industry-insider//3.1847</id>

    <published>2011-10-27T15:24:26Z</published>
    <updated>2011-10-27T15:27:12Z</updated>

    <summary>New benefit gives members a $15,000 policy covering photographic equipment and computers.</summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong></strong><em>New benefit gives members a $15,000 policy covering photographic equipment and computers.</em></p>
<p>In the beginning of October, PPA made a landmark decision that will help protect its members' businesses and put hundreds of dollars back into their pockets each year. In a move never before seen in the industry, PPA released a new benefit to pay for $15,000 in equipment insurance coverage for each of its Professional Active and Life members living in the United States. The decision adds yet another unmatched membership benefit to a list that already dramatically outpaces any other photographic organization.&nbsp; </p>
<p>The policy, called PhotoCare, covers photographic equipment losses up to $15,000, including up to $5,000 for certain computer equipment. PPA members can also purchase additional equipment insurance and general liability policies through Lockton Affinity, PPA's exclusive insurance partner. That coverage will come at a significantly reduced rate negotiated by PPA. However, no additional insurance purchase is necessary to receive the initial coverage paid for by PPA.&nbsp; </p>
<p>"Most photographers have tens of thousands of dollars wrapped up in gear and computer equipment that is critical to their businesses," says Don Dickson, PPA president. "This PhotoCare benefit helps photographers protect their livelihood and is absolutely essential. Our members need this."&nbsp; </p>
<p><a href="http://www.ppa.com/press-room/release/41/PPA-to-Buy-Equipment-Insurance-for-Most-Members.php">Read the full press release about PhotoCare here</a>. </p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Imaging USA Updates </title>
    <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.ppa.com/industry-insider/imaging-expo/imaging-usa-updates.php" />
    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2011:/industry-insider//3.1846</id>

    <published>2011-10-27T14:53:07Z</published>
    <updated>2011-10-27T14:54:15Z</updated>

    <summary> GES Discount Deadline - If you&apos;re exhibiting at Imaging USA, don&apos;t miss the deadline (December 23, 2011) for receiving significant discounts from GES, our official service contractor. In order to properly service the exhibition, GES must receive your orders...</summary>
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        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
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 <li><strong>GES Discount Deadline</strong> - If you're exhibiting at Imaging USA, don't miss the deadline (December 23, 2011) for receiving significant discounts from GES, our official service contractor. In order to properly service the exhibition, GES must receive your orders by that date if you want to snag the early order discount unless indicated otherwise on the form. (Of course, you can order later--even at the show site--but the prices will not be near as nice!)<strong></strong></li>
</ul>

<ul>
 <li><strong>Mobile App Coming Soon - </strong>We're excited to announce that Imaging USA will have its very own mobile app, coming this November! To make your show experience better than ever, we will be putting everything at your fingertips, including detail schedules, exhibitor and product directories, local map, Imaging USA updates via a built-in messenger, etc. <strong></strong></li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <li><strong>Act Fast for the Best Hotels </strong>- As an exhibitor or sponsor at    Imaging USA, you want to concentrate on meeting your clients on the show    floor. You don't want to tire yourself out with a long trek to and from    the convention center...because of a hotel that's too far away. So, &nbsp;make your room reservations now before more    of our reserved hotels sell out: <a href="http://imagingusa.org/hotels-travel/">http://imagingusa.org/hotels-travel/</a></li>
</ul>

<ul>
 <li><strong>Be Wary of Non-Approved Vendors</strong> - It has come to our attention that    non-approved vendors have been contacting exhibitors in attempts to sell    housing and services at Imaging USA. Please be wary of such solicitations.    PPA in no way endorses these companies, and we want to warn you that such    companies (ones that "poach" housing and services) often are not    trustworthy or reliable. Remember that your Imaging USA hotel arrangements    may be made at <a href="http://imagingusa.org/hotels-travel" target="_blank">http://imagingusa.org/hotels-travel</a>.    (And you can pick up the sleeping room promo code there, too.) In    addition, the approved vendors for Imaging USA 2012 include:</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <ul>
  <li>GES - General Contractor/Decorator</li>
  <li>Freeman - Audio Visual</li>
  <li>CDS - Lead Retrieval (Badge Scanners)</li>
  <li>Total Plant &amp; Floral</li>
  <li>Alamo Security</li>
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<entry>
    <title>Get Maximum Exposure in the January Issue     </title>
    <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.ppa.com/industry-insider/professional-photographer/get-maximum-exposure-in-the-ja.php" />
    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2011:/industry-insider//3.1845</id>

    <published>2011-10-27T14:50:35Z</published>
    <updated>2011-10-31T13:26:13Z</updated>

    <summary>Visit ppmag.com/mediakit, but act fast--the deadline is November 11! </summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
    </author>
    
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<p><strong>&nbsp;</strong>Once a year, <em>Professional Photographer</em> and Imaging USA unite for a magazine issue with maximum exposure. This coming January issue will not disappoint--it will be our widest reaching one yet! An advertisement in this issue gives you access to this power:</p>
<ul>
 <li>The only magazine given to every Imaging USA attendee.</li>
 <li>The photographic magazine with the largest paid circulation--They buy it to read it!</li>
 <li>110,000 circulation with pass-along readership and Imaging USA distribution. </li>
</ul>

<p>This is <em>the </em>issue you need to reach more of your best customers. Want to learn more about putting this combined power to work for you? Visit <a href="http://ppmag.com/mediakit" target="_blank">ppmag.com/mediakit</a>, but act fast--the deadline is November 11! </p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Exhibitor Registration &amp; Free Expo Passes</title>
    <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.ppa.com/industry-insider/imaging-expo/exhibitor-registration-free-ex.php" />
    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2011:/industry-insider//3.1844</id>

    <published>2011-10-27T14:45:56Z</published>
    <updated>2011-10-27T14:50:17Z</updated>

    <summary><![CDATA[ PPA is launching a new Imaging USA registration system in November. Features will include an integrated Expo Pass invitation system, social media integration and an easy-to-use vendor registration system. Look for complete information in early November. &nbsp;...]]></summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
    </author>
    
        <category term="Imaging Expo" scheme="http://www.sixapart.com/ns/types#category" />
    
    
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        <![CDATA[
<p><strong></strong>PPA is launching a new Imaging USA registration system in November. Features will include an integrated Expo Pass invitation system, social media integration and an easy-to-use vendor registration system. Look for complete information in early November. &nbsp;</p>]]>
        
    </content>
</entry>

<entry>
    <title>Introducing ShopPP: New Customers Are in the Bag</title>
    <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.ppa.com/industry-insider/professional-photographer/introducing-shoppp-new-custome.php" />
    <id>tag:www.ppa.com,2011:/industry-insider//3.1843</id>

    <published>2011-10-27T14:43:08Z</published>
    <updated>2011-10-31T13:24:24Z</updated>

    <summary>For the first time, Professional Photographer&apos;s loyal readers and online visitors will be able to find everything they need and want in ONE PLACE with this new online buyer&apos;s guide!</summary>
    <author>
        <name>PPA Staff</name>
        <uri>http://www.ppa.com</uri>
    </author>
    
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<p> Have you heard the good news? ShopPP is here, and your company is listed in it already! </p>
<p><strong>For the first time, <em>Professional Photographer'</em>s loyal readers and online visitors will be able to find everything they need and want in ONE PLACE with this new online buyer's guide!</strong> With ShopPP, your best customers can search for you by name or by category. Then, you can woo them with words, entice them with video or pictures, and send them over to your own site to purchase.</p>
<p>Exciting stuff, right? That's why we gave you a helping hand to start. We've already set you up with a free Basic listing! You're ready to go, and all that's left to do is bedazzle the photographers even more.</p>
<p><strong>Don't miss your chance to take FULL advantage of ShopPP:</strong></p>
<ul>
 <li><a href="http://shop.ppmag.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Search for your company    name</strong></a>. (Can't find your company? Add it in via the <a href="http://shop.ppmag.com/advertise.php" target="_blank"><strong>Advertise tab</strong></a>.)</li>
 <li>Claim    your listing to update your information.</li>
 <li><a href="http://shop.ppmag.com/advertise.php" target="_blank"><strong>Upgrade for more exposure</strong></a> and    eye-catching frills if you so desire.</li>
</ul>]]>
        
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