Heartland Tops 1,000

WATERLOO, Iowa — More than 1,000 attendees including providers, manufacturers, speakers and other friends of the industry gathered in VGM's hometown of Waterloo, Iowa, June 6-9 for the group's annual Heartland Conference.

"The 10th anniversary edition of the Heartland Conference built on the successes of the previous decade," said Ron Bendell, VGM & Assoc. president. "We want to thank our members, our vendors who support the event and the VGM associates who work year-round to bring the best presenters and newest information to our attendees. We heard excellent comments about the relaxed atmosphere, the midwestern hospitality and the limitless opportunities to network."