Ingram @ #BookExpo 2018

Inventory Turn Management for Booksellers

May 30, 10:30 AM - 11:20 PM  |  Javits Center, Room 1E07

What if you could free up shelf space, offer your customers a wider selection, and have more cash on hand every month? In order for a business to keep its doors open, you need to constantly measure and monitor how effectively you are managing your biggest asset. This session will cover inventory turns and the effects turns have on bookstores and how bookstores can transform overall. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of your options to increase your profit margins.

Speakers:
Kent Freeman, Chief Strategy & Development Officer at Ingram
Donald Roseman, VP of Retail Sales at Ingram

What’s Trending? Insights & Observations

May 30, 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM  |  Midtown Stage sponsored by Ingram

Due to the nature of the publishing business, wholesale book buyers have a unique perspective on categories and trends. Observing demand across many publishers and titles, both frontlist and backlist, can reveal opportunities when a title or category starts to move. This session will delve into up and down categories over the last few years, and panelists will share insights on how to react quickly and stay on top of growth categories and how buyers and publishers can help.

Speakers:
Amy Cox Williams, Director of Content Merchandising & Merchandising at Ingram Content Group
Gail Vinett, Content Manager at Ingram Content Group

Fall Picks: Hottest Indie Titles Predictions Part 1:
Literary Fiction

May 31, 11:45 AM - 12:35 PM  |  Midtown Stage sponsored by Ingram

Whether you’ve got a finished manuscript, or merely an inkling for a best seller, navigating the world of self-publishing can seem like a daunting task. However, with the right tools, content, marketing and distribution strategies in place, being successful is a lot easier than it sounds. Join us for this packed session of unique titles you won’t want to have to back order.

Speaker:
Jim Nichols, VP Sales
Elise Cannon, VP Sales
Leslie Jobson, Manager Sales Support

Understanding and Engaging Consumers:
A Holistic View for Publishers

May 31, 12:55 PM - 1:45 PM  |  Midtown Stage sponsored by Ingram

Publishers and authors of all varieties can engage with, learn from, and sell to consumers. Digital experts from Ingram will analyze today’s book audiences and break down consumer strategies to help publishers tactically and efficiently reach goals from every angle available. Sit in on this session and walk away with knowledge on using data and technology to capture consumer interest and sell books.

Speakers:
Peter McCarthy, Director, Digital Services
Caitlin Churchill, Business Development Manager – eCommerce at Ingram

Make Books. Sell Books – Publishing Programs
for Bookstores

May 31, 2:10 PM – 3:00 PM   |  Ultimate Bookstore Stage

As more authors are looking to self-publish their books, they are consistently looking for advice from their local independent bookseller. In the past, self-publishers may have posed more of a nuisance to a busy bookseller. But today, many bookstores are seeing this as an opportunity to turn authors into customers by offering publishing programs as a store service. This not only brings forth new content to readers but adds value to the entire publishing industry. Experts at the intersection of indie bookstores and self-publishing share their tried and true programs to elevate their bookstore relevance. Learn how to:

• bridge the ‘gap’ in conversations between a bookseller & author
• find positive solutions for ‘rejecting’ and ‘re-directing’ authors
• use self-publishing for instore publishing programs

Speaker:
Josh Floyd, Key Account Sales Manager for IngramSpark^®
Bill Petrocelli, Owner of Book Passage
Sara Hutton, Co-Owner of Village Book
Kimberly Daniels, Publishing Director at The Country Bookshop

Fall Picks: Hottest Indie Titles Predictions Part 2:
Non-Fiction

June 1, 2 PM – 2:50 PM   |  Midtown Stage sponsored by Ingram

Identifying hot titles before they hit the shelves is essential to bookstore success. To save you time and help with inventory, Ingram experts share their hottest indie title predictions for non-fiction titles this fall and winter season. Join this session to make sure your Indie bookstore is stocked with the right inventory from current events, history, biography, and personal growth books.

Speaker:
Jim Nichols, VP Sales
Elise Cannon, VP Sales
Leslie Jobson, Manager Sales Support

The Ultimate Guide on Turning Your Manuscript into a Published Success

June 2 (BookCon), 11 AM - 11:50 AM   |  Javits Center, River Pavilion

Whether you’ve got a finished manuscript, or merely an inkling for a best seller, navigating the world of self-publishing can seem like a daunting task. However, with the right tools, content, marketing and distribution strategies in place, being successful is a lot easier than it sounds. Join us for insights from the indie author’s publishing playbook. Learn how to get your content noticed and into the market.

Speaker:
Justine Bylo, Author Acquisitions Manager at IngramSpark^®

Hybrid Publishing –Modern Authors’ Secret to Success

June 3 (BookCon), 12:45 PM - 1:35 PM   |  Javits Center, River Pavilion

Today’s savviest authors are finding real success in hybrid publishing. While indie authors typically make more money in self-publishing, traditional publishing offers the historical gravitas and distribution exposure. Leading authors use both forms of publishing to expand their content's footprint while increasing opportunities for profit. Whether you're looking to publish your first book, or a bestselling author, come learn how to:

• Strategically move from traditional to indie publishing 
  (or vice versa)
• Shop your title or self-publish
• Market your book for success as a hybrid author

Speaker:
Justine Bylo, Author Acquisitions Manager at IngramSpark^®