New Sho-Link Truck in Las Vegas

     On Tuesday, September 7, 2004, Sho-Link received notification that the Teamsters in Las Vegas had decided not to sign a new labor contract.

     Immediately upon receipt of this information, all Sho-Link member companies were notified of the situation. Sho-Link honestly portrayed the circumstances involved, and clarified alternate solutions to providing labor.

     “Because we cannot expect our union labor to cross the picket lines, our labor source of non-union workers may not be as qualified, and you should expect some additional time for sets,” Scott Rudel, Vice President, outlined in a memo, continuing, “Another aspect is that freight transported in and out of the convention centers most likely will suffer.”

     Further details were distributed to member companies on Friday, September 10. It was suggested that small packages be sent directly to the client’s hotel, to be brought by the exhibitor to the show floor.

     On Monday, September 13, Sho-Link was pleased to report to members that the strike was over and that Las Vegas was back to full operation.

     The handling of the Experian exhibit at the CRS 2004 conference at the Ritz-Carlton in Las Vegas was representative of Sho-Link’s fortitude to meet the special challenges.

     Las Vegas City Manager, Paul Lester, along with Assistant City Manager, David Davila, handled the set-up of the exhibit properties. They were on site early to make sure the client had all their properties. With unusual freight delays due to the strike, Sho-Link coordinated special arrangements with GES.

     “They set up the booth much more quickly than I’ve ever seen the regular guys do,” Rose Ohlendorf with Experian noted. “All in all, especially considering the circumstances, GES and Sho-Link were very accommodating to our needs.”

     “The client is very happy with how Sho-Link and Derse worked together to make things happen,” complimented Lisa Herrendeen, Account Executive with Derse Exhibits. “Thanks to the crew out there for making things happen during this difficult time.”

     “Be assured that Sho-Link will strive to keep members abreast of labor situations in any of our service cities,” states Alan Scaccia, President.

     “Strong communication is one of our finest assets,” reiterates Ken Broadbent Vice President. “Situations like this are an opportunity for Sho-Link to be our member’s eyes and ears.”