116th Annual Convention Rescheduled as Shoe Repair Industry Responds to COVID-19 Pandemic
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, SSIA has postponed its 116th Annual Convention to 2022. The convention dates for next year will be July 16-17, 2022. The Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel will still host the event.
Though it seems things are finally starting to open up, SSIA members made it clear to the board of directors that they are either unable to come because of COVID’s financial impact or uncomfortable gathering in large numbers in close proximity in July. That, coupled with uncertainty over when restrictions on international travel and large gatherings will be permanently lifted, prompted the board to postpone the convention.
SSIA will hold its 2021 Annual Virtual Annual Meeting in August. The date will be announced shortly.
SSIA is still moving forward with the Silver Cup Contest. Entries will be judged in April and winners will be announced at a virtual meeting on a date to be determined. Winners will receive the materials to promote and market their success. Awards will be physically presented at the 2022 convention.
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