AB Show: 35 years advancing the industry

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At our last company meeting, huddled around the conference room table reminiscing about the history of the Athletic Business Show, we couldn't help but ask ourselves where the time has gone and marvel at the evolution of our annual show from its humble beginnings to where it is today. With the growing success of Athletic Purchasing and Facilities, it became clear that athletic, fitness and recreational professionals, as well as manufacturers around the world, needed an event where they could come together to share ideas, find solutions and drive the industry forward. The AP&F Facilities/Equipment Conference was born, providing a single event and educational platform designed to cultivate a strong sense of community within our industry. Join us on our trek down memory lane, as we recall some key moments over the past 35 years that have helped to shape today's AB Show and our industry:

1982
AP&F Facilities/Equipment Conference made its debut in a Chicago ballroom. With accessibility being a hot topic in the industry, the "People Traffic, Security and Emergency Precautions" seminar discussed what considerations make a facility accessible, safe and secure.

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