CatEx was established in 2002 by a group of leading cataloguers who recognised the need for more specialised tailored advice for the catalogue and mail order industry. Working together as a co-operative, our members share knowledge, ensuring they stay ahead of their competitors, operate within the industry's best practises, maximise their business opportunities and remain on top of any developments within the industry.
Client Membership - We welcome applications from retailers who sell goods via a transactional website or traditional paper catalogue, single brand home shopping businesses through to multi-brand speciality catalogue houses. We also welcome UK subsidiaries of international home shopping groups and B2B operations through to off-the-page mail order businesses. No matter what products or channels are majored in, new entrants to the field or experienced retailers, there is no question there is a lot we can do to help each other. Client membership starts from £245+vat per year for companies with annual sales of under £1 million per annum, £495+vat per year for those companies with annual sales of more than £1 million, and £795+vat for those with annual sales of more than £20million.
Associate Membership - Any business which provides a support service to the catalogue industry can apply for membership - from list management brokers, financial services and postal carriers to creative studios, printers, marketing and smaller bespoke consultancies. Membership will aid you in reaching your potential business partners by improving your visibility to the marketplace. Also, you will be seen as supporting their trade association. Sole Traders pay just £495+vat per year and associate members £695+vat per year. We also have a range of three high profile sponsorship packages available.
For details of all membership benefits and sponsorship packages please see our website: http://www.catalogueexchange.co.uk/index.asp
Meetings, Forums and Networking: Through our online forums, members' conferences, meetings, social events and regular e-newsletter bulletins, the Catalogue Exchange can provide you with constant opportunities to network with your colleagues, peers, suppliers and clients. Bringing our members together enables the opportunity to debate and learn from the experience of others on many of the industry's issues.
FORTHCOMING EVENTS FOR 2011
You are invited to join the Catalogue Exchange for our 2011 programme of events.
Hindsights and Insights: The CatEx Review of 2010 - Twickenham
Thursday 3rd February
The hugely popular CatEx Review of 2010 featured top speakers, reviews of 2010 and expert advice and information for the year ahead.
Improving Product Performance - Stratford-upon-Avon
Thursday 10th March
Expert speakers will look at a range of subjects, including analytics/website conversion, copywriting, imagery, SEO, product choice/merchandising, operations/returns, and IT systems and warehouse management systems
Boden: Behind the Brand - Leicester
Thursday 24th March 2011
Behnid the scenes at one of Britain's best loved mail order clothing brands.
The CatEx Round Table Day 2011 - Lancaster London Hotel
Wednesday 6th April
Following its phenomenal success in 2010, the CatEx Round Table Day returned, featuring a packed programme of insightful and interactive sessions and tackling the hottest topics in the catalogue and online retail sector. The event also offered an excellent opportunity for Associate Members to host and lead their own round-table discussions for executives of client-side companies.
Improving Product Performance - York
Thursday 12th May
A second opportunity to join this CatEx training event, for those who missed our Stratford-upon-Avon day in March.
Senior Management Forum - Dolls House Emporium
Thursday 19th May
The CatEx Annual Summit - Kensington Town Hall, London
Tuesday 7th June
One of the key events in our year, offering a unique day of timely, constructive discussion and debate for all. Those attending can expect a day packed with valuable insights, advice and expert comment, as well great opportunities to network with fellow members.
Improving Product Performance - Brighton
Tuesday 12th July
A final opportunity to join this exclusive CatEx training event, for those who missed our earlier dates in March and May.
For further details about any of our events please visit our website, www.catexdca.org.uk or call us on 08718 555 545.
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