Dallas Market Center, the global B2B marketplace connecting buyers and sellers, has announced the events schedule for Nearshoring America EXPO, the groundbreaking international trade show designed to facilitate nearshoring production services for gift, home furnishings, lighting and fashion accessories companies. The inaugural event, taking place at Dallas Market Center from December 9-11, 2024, will connect brands and their representatives with vetted factories and supply chain service providers from Mexico and Latin America. Attendee registration is now open at the Nearshoring America website.
The official events schedule includes the following:
Monday, December 9
Exhibit Booths Open | 9 am – 5:30 pm (Monday – Tuesday) TM 1 – Atrium
The Nearshoring America Expo will bring together a unique and symbiotic mix of business partners like never before. Connecting manufacturing and distribution in one convenient location, this exclusive exhibition will feature an invitation-only showcase of factories, shelter companies, and supply chain providers, pre-selected, and chosen for their proven track record and ability to support our industry’s importers.
Coffee Bar | 9 am – TM 1 – Atrium
Power-up for the day with a cup of coffee and begin exploring the Nearshoring America Expo.
Showroom Tours | 11:30 am – TM 1 – Meet at koi pond
Join the Dallas Market Center team on a tour of our campus and discover 5 million square feet of the most innovative products from every category imaginable.
Welcome Party | TM 1 – Atrium
Enjoy light bites, drinks, and music with Dallas Market Center as we celebrate the inaugural Nearshoring America Expo.
Tuesday, December 10
Power-up for the day with a cup of coffee and begin exploring the Nearshoring America Expo.
Topical Sessions| Session 1: Is the Nearshoring Trend in Latin American Manufacturing a Sustainable Reality or Just Buzz? | 2 pm - TM 1 – Atrium
This session will focus on the critical steps in launching nearshore manufacturing initiatives in Mexico and Brazil. Participants will learn about selecting the right production model, navigating regulatory landscapes, forming strong local partnerships, and creating resilient supply chains. Our panel of experienced leaders will share their personal journeys and actionable insights.
Key Discussion Points:
- How to choose the right production model aligned with your business goals
- Overcoming legal and business challenges in a nearshore setup
- Compliance with labor, environmental, and tax regulations Insights into tax and tariff strategies
- Blending and restructuring production within the nearshoring framework
- Best practices for adapting swiftly to capitalize on nearshoring advantages in Mexico and Latin America
- Building lasting partnerships with key manufacturing hubs
- Creating a strong, reliable supply chain for raw materials and components
- Identifying trustworthy manufacturing partners and allies
Topical Sessions| Session 2: Optimizing Nearshore Operations: Strategies for Sourcing, Shipping, and Production Efficiency| 2:45 pm - TM 1 – Atrium
This comprehensive session brings together industry experts to discuss both the immediate and long-term strategies for optimizing nearshore operations. Speakers will highlight best practices in sourcing, shipping, and distribution, while also addressing how to ensure the sustainability and growth of nearshore manufacturing. Attendees will learn how to accelerate time to market, maintain high-quality standards, and maximize cost efficiency through nearshoring, while navigating cultural dynamics and fostering long-term partnerships for sustained success.
Objective: Equip attendees with expert insights on overcoming nearshoring challenges, maximizing cost efficiency, ensuring speed to market, maintaining quality control, and sustaining long-term success in the evolving nearshoring landscape.
Key Discussion Points:
- Best practices for sourcing, shipping, and distribution
- Strategies for swift and reliable logistics
- Collaboration across design, production, and delivery teams
- Maintaining strict quality control, testing, and sustainability standards
- Building trust and ensuring reliability in the supply chain
- Protecting designs and intellectual property at every stage
- Adapting production to changing consumer preferences and industry trends
- Navigating cultural dynamics for stronger partnerships
- Identifying local allies among suppliers, manufacturers, and trade organizations
- Techniques for building long-lasting cross-cultural relationships
- Economic and strategic advantages of nearshoring in Mexico and Latin America
Wednesday, December 11
Exhibit Booths Open | 9 am – 12 pm - TM 1 – Atrium
The Nearshoring America Expo will bring together a unique and symbiotic mix of business partners like never before. Connecting manufacturing and distribution in one convenient location, this exclusive exhibition will feature an invitation-only showcase of factories, shelter companies, and supply chain providers, pre-selected, and chosen for their proven track record and ability to support our industry’s importers.
Complimentary Coffee Bar | 9 am – TM 1 – Atrium
Power-up for the day with a cup of coffee and begin exploring the Nearshoring America Expo.
Pre-scheduled one-on-one appointments| 9:30 – 11:30 am – TM 1 – Atrium
A full list of events is available at www.nearshoringamerica.com/schedule.
A list of exhibitors has recently been announced including three prominent pavilions:
CISBRA (Brazilian Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Services), representing a diverse range of Brazilian businesses.
COFOCE (Coordinadora de Fomento al Comercio Exterior), an organization based in Guanajuato, Mexico, promoting international trade opportunities.
ABILUX, showcasing nine companies representing Brazil's finest in lighting manufacturing and design.
In addition to these pavilions, dozens of individual factories and service providers will be exhibiting at the inaugural event, offering a wide array of production and supply chain solutions. The latest list of participating exhibitors includes the following:
Lighting including Residential, Commercial/Industrial, and Components
Alfalux, Audix, Eficilux, Foco Metallo, fusion, Intral, Jungo, Luninew, Luzerna, Multiluz, Ocre Mexico, Trace LED, and Zagonal
Trade Services
Amazon Traders, Aduanas Luhai, Blu Capital, Cactus Commerce, KCE Logistics, Peregrine Global, Seeking Supplier, and Trinum Capital.
Gifts, Furniture and Home Décor including Wall Décor and Textiles
Assanti, Benjamin Lopez Solis, Custom Art House, Eclectico, La Silla Acapulco, Merche Textiles, Taller-X, and Xcuuchi
Leather Goods including Belts, Boots and Accessories
Blue Artisan Group, Desserto, Parrel Market, Unicco, and Western Leather Goods
Apparel, Accessories, Hats, and Handbags
Ecobambu, La Colmena Poderosa, Michael Alle, Novalink, Sabbatto, SOMHER, Varosco
"We welcome attendees to register now and visit Dallas Market Center to learn more about nearshoring and to review these hand-picked trade organizations and individual exhibitors,” said Cindy Morris, President and CEO of Dallas Market Center. “The knowledge presented from experts during our seminars will help companies make informed decisions followed by unparalleled access to vetted, high-quality manufacturing and service options closer to home."
Exhibitors at the inaugural Nearshoring America EXPO include an invitation-only showcase of factories and supply chain providers that have been pre-selected based on their history, operating experience and delivery. In addition, supporting enterprises including sourcing agents, trading companies, shelter companies, and design and production consultants will be represented. The exhibiting companies will be thoroughly vetted to ensure they are legitimately capable of supporting industry importer partners.
The show floor will feature a uniform presentation of each participant showcasing their production and/or supply chain services capabilities and each exhibitor will be prepared to immediately engage with attendees regarding terms and conditions of product development and production.
Attendees at the EXPO will include importers of gift, home furnishings, and apparel accessories seeking OEM product sources, project manufacturing services, and full-scale product development partnerships. Registration is now open for attendees on the Nearshoring America website.
In support of the expo, a Nearshoring America INDEX has been created that includes an exclusive and vetted list of more than 300 manufacturers, sourcing agents and supply chain service providers organized by country. Finally, a Nearshoring newsletter is currently being distributed that includes background, research, commentary, and timely topics for the business of nearshoring.
