Surf Expo's Roy Turner on ASR situation, expansion opportunities

We asked Surf Expo Director Roy Turner for comment on the ASR situation and if Surf Expo has any plans to expand.

Here's what he had to say:

"We view the underlying reasons for the business decision made by Nielsen Expositions to be unique to their particular situation. I certainly wish the very best for Andy Tompkins and his team.

"I'd like to reiterate, however, that trade shows consistently return the highest marketing ROI and we will continue to produce events that exceed our clients' expectations.

"Surf Expo is in a growth mode and we are continuing to consider expansion opportunities in the U.S. and overseas.

"Surf Expo's sales and attendance have been on a steady uptick since January 2010. We're on track to surpass our internal goals for the upcoming January 6-8 show.

"Buyers and exhibitors are enthusiastic about Surf Expo. Because of this, we remain extremely optimistic about Surf Expo's continued growth prospects."

More coverage of ASR closure

ASR calls it quits

ASR's Tompkins: Declining buyer attendance a key

ASR's letter to customers

SIMA's Doug Palladini on what's next

IASC's John Bernards on the skate group's position

Surf Expo's Roy Turner on possible expansion

Crossroads will continue, Jamie Thomas says

BRA statement about ASR's closure

SIMA's statement about ASR's closure

Agenda's statement

Brands share trade show plans for 2011