SAGE Advice: Farewell PetQuest 2009

Chuck Simons, Author

Chuck Simons, owner and inventor of Groomers Helper, is a champion for the grooming industry as he strives to inform groomers of their true value and helps to improve their image. He works tirelessly to help groomers improve their bottom line, increase safety in their shops and become successful in their businesses. Chuck maintains a rigorous tradeshow schedule and recently attended shows in Canada and Australia where he helped to sell out of product for his international distributors. With more than 20 years experience in the grooming industry, Chuck has worked with industry leaders to help them improve their products. He is available for consultation when planning or improving a salon and choosing the right grooming equipment. Chuck Simons is an accomplished photographer, writer and lecturer, who has touched thousands with his contributions to trade publications and his ability to help groomers expand their horizons by infusing humor into their day-to-day lives. His email newsletter is read by hundreds around the globe and continues to grow in popularity. Chuck’s new web site, www.chucksimons.com, is available for news and information on his latest accomplishments.

08/02/2009

Farewell PetQuest 2009

The gate is drawn on the Drawbridge Inn - hosts of this year's PetQuest 2009. I love Kentucky and this year I decided to drive to the show. I saw some beautiful scenery along the way and it was smooth sailing for the ride.

One of the new products I saw was the Cranapple Raspberry colored Competitor tables by Ultralift. See the photo below of Cheryl Lowe from Precision Sharp taking one for a test drive. This is one beautiful table. www.groomingtables.net

Many of my friends from the grooming boards showed up at PetQuest. Everyone knows that our booth is a comfortable rest stop for our extended families. You will find many photos of message board members below.

I would like to personally thank Helly, a veteran of the grooming boards and one of the most respected "posters" on the planet! She helped out in the booth and pitched in without hesitation. She even showed us all a new way to use the Groomers Helper. I hope she will send me photos some day so I can show you her concept.

And let's not forget to thank the many vendors who make the show possible. You will find photos below of some of these great sponsors. It is because of their hard work that a show is successful and groomers find the answers and products they need.

Helly and Friends