“We expect millions of dollars to be exchanged during and after our 2010 barter expo. Barter has become one of the most valuable tools for company owners and managers involved in practically any type of business. Especially during these challenging economic times, barter has allowed companies to save cash and utilize unused inventory and services while increasing sales and revenues,” said Debbie Lombardi, president, Barter Business Unlimited (BBU), Bristol, CT, www.bbubarter.com.

The Bradley Hotel is located at 383 South Center Street, Windsor Locks, CT, phone (860) 627-7762, www.bradleyhotel.com. From I-91 south take Exit 41 and from I-91 North take Exit 42 then take a right onto Rt. 159. This year’s sponsors of the barter expo include Barnum Financial Group (www.barnumfinancialgroup.com), Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame (www.ctbhof.com), Glacial Energy (www.glacialenergy.com) and the Bradley Hotel. In addition to BBU members attending the event, all business owners and managers are invited to attend the barter expo and experience the advantages of barter just by presenting a business card and proper identification at the entrance. Significant membership discounts are available to all new members who sign-up at the expo and corporate sponsorships are still available as well.

“It’s a great opportunity to host the Barter Business Unlimited 2010 Expo. Traveling from Virginia to Maine, business professionals will be visiting our hotel and conference facility to discover the ‘world of barter’. Thousands of people are expected as they trade their products and services utilizing barter as a smart tool,” said Jacob Weil, marketing director, Bradley Hotel. “Our hotel has been a member of Barter Business Unlimited for many years now. We’re making arrangements for over 100 barter member booth exhibits that include companies involved in almost every area of business — from healthcare, entertainment, office supplies, retail to financial and legal industries, dental care, pet care, hospitality and many other areas.”

A few of the BBU event exhibitors include Goodwin College, Black Eyed Sally’s Restaurant and ImageWorks. “I’m looking forward to even larger barter show this year. As a BBU member, the expo is a great opportunity to network and increase your sales. I also use the expo to start my holiday gift buying season for friends and clients” said Kris Rutkowski, owner, Tri-City Trading, New Britain, CT, www.tri-citytrading.com.

“We expect millions of dollars to be exchanged during and after our 2010 barter expo. It’s a fact, that barter has become one of the most valuable tools for company owners and managers involved in practically any type of business. Especially during these challenging economic times, barter has allowed companies to save needed cash, utilize unused inventory and services while increasing sales and revenues,” said Debbie Lombardi, president, Barter Business Unlimited (BBU), Bristol, CT, www.bbubarter.com.

The Bradley Hotel is located at 353 South Center Street, Windsor Locks, CT, phone (860) 627-7762, www.bradleyhotel.com. From I-91 south take Exit 41 and from I-91 North take Exit 42 then take a right onto Rt. 159.    This year’s sponsors of the barter expo include Barnum Financial (www.barnumfinancialgroup.com), Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame (www.ctbhof.com) and the Bradley Hotel. In addition to BBU members attending the event, all business owners and managers are invited to attend the barter expo and experience the advantages of barter just by presenting a business card and proper identification at the entrance. Significant membership discounts are available to all new members who sign-up at the expo and corporate sponsorships are still available as well.

“It’s a great opportunity to host the upcoming Barter Business Unlimited 2010 Expo. Traveling from Virginia to Maine, business professionals will be visiting our hotel and conference facility to discover the ‘world of barter’. Thousands of people are expected as they trade their products and services utilizing barter as a smart tool,” said Jacob Weil, deputy director of Marketing, Bradley Hotel. “Our hotel has been a member of Barter Business Unlimited for many years now. We’re making arrangements for over 100 barter member booth exhibits that include companies involved in almost every area of business — from healthcare, entertainment, office supplies, retail to financial and legal industries, dental care, pet care, hospitality and many other areas. This year, Barter Business Unlimited will be doubling the size of the event compared to last year and fully utilizing our 6800 sq. ft. ballroom.”

“I’m looking forward to even larger barter show this year. As a BBU member, the expo is a great opportunity to network and increase your sales. I also use the expo to start my holiday gift buying season for friends and clients” said Kris Rutkowski, owner, Tri-City Trading, New Britain, CT, www.tri-citytrading.com.

With offices based in Bristol, Connecticut, Barter Business Unlimited, Inc., is a proud member of the Universal Currency, Greater Bristol Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Trade Executives and the International Reciprocal Trade Association. BBU is also a supporter of the United Way of West Central Connecticut, Goodwin College Foundation and The V Foundation for Cancer Research. To hear more about the barter industry and BBU, visit www.blogtalkradio.com/bartertoday. Linkedin.com and Facebook users can also join barter industry user groups. For more information about Barter Business Unlimited, call (860) 583-2281 or visit www.bbubarter.com.

The “Family Fun Day Meet & Greet Benefit For Matthew Young” will take place on Sunday, July 18, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Hair Spa & Kids Cuts, 356 Farmington Avenue, Rt. 10, Plainville, CT, phone 860.747.4544. While all haircuts are priced starting at $17 and raffle tickets sold for $1, there will be a live and silent auction held along with plenty of food, refreshments and fun for all family members. Special photo opportunities with Doug Brochu will be available along with one-of-a-kind autographed items from Chris Brochu. All proceeds will go to the Matthew Cole Young Fund.

Born with Menkes Disease, a neurological degenerative disease, Matthew Cole Young is the three year old son of Tom and Melissa Young, Avon, CT. For more information about Matthew and Menkes Disease, visit www.caringbridge.org/visit/matthewyoung. Donations can also be made directly to Matthew Cole Young, c/o Simsbury Bank, 27 Dale Road, P.O. Box 819, Avon, CT, 06001. For a special blog article about Matthew, visit www.drbuttar.com/blog/?p=292.

Corporate sponsors for this event include The Hair Spa & Kids Cuts, Barter Business Unlimited, Max Restaurant Group, Advanced Painting, Dennis PR Group, Mr. Hardwood, Central Café, CK Auto, Hi-Tech Mobile and several other organizations.

With offices based in Bristol, Connecticut, Barter Business Unlimited, Inc., is a proud member of the Universal Currency, Greater Bristol Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Trade Executives and the International Reciprocal Trade Association. To hear more about the barter industry and BBU, visit www.blogtalkradio.com/bartertoday. Linkedin.com and Facebook users can also join barter industry user groups. For more information about Barter Business Unlimited, call (860) 583-2281 or visit www.bbubarter.com.

“Professionals earning the ‘Certified Trade Broker’ status have demonstrated a high level of competence and knowledge through their years of industry experience and satisfactory performance on the certifying exam. Certified Trade Brokers are recognized for their solid background in accounting, trade dollar economics, ethics and barter marketing techniques,” explained Debbie Lombardi, president, Barter Business Unlimited. “The Barter Business Unlimited team is very proud of Kim’s achievement and looking forward to her leadership with our organization as we expand our services and operations.”

A Bristol, CT native and Tunxis Community College marketing major, Brewer has been a trade associate with Barter Business Unlimited since its inception. In addition to the enhanced credibility that the Certified Trade Broker status confers on designees, certified trade brokers earn internationally-recognized credentials, the potential for career advancement, recognition at industry events, as well as the satisfaction of completing a comprehensive certification process.

Barter Business Unlimited, Connecticut’s top trade exchange company, announced today that it will be hosting the 2009 Annual Business & Holiday Barter Show on Thursday, November 12, 2009 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel, 42 Century Drive, Bristol, CT, phone (860) 589-7766. All Barter Business Unlimited members and their families will be exhibiting or attending the show. In addition, all interested business owners are invited to attend the event including individuals with a large commodity to trade such as a boat, cars, campers or real estate.

“We are expecting well over 1000 people to our Annual Business & Holiday Barter Show. Because of these tougher economic times, business owners have really been leveraging barter as an important business tool to seek new sales and revenues. With opportunities to buy and learn more about our barter members who are involved in almost every type of business, such as healthcare, dental care, financial services, retail clothing, technology, food, sports and entertainment, advertising and marketing, our Holiday Barter Show will be filled with networking and new business opportunities. All interested business owners and individuals with something to trade are also invited to attend for free as well,” said Debbie Lombardi, president, Barter Business Unlimited.

Over 100 businesses will have exhibit booths at the Barter Business Unlimited Annual Business & Holiday Barter Show including the Fitchman Eye Center, AMP Radio Network, Black Eye Sally’s Restaurant, Gutter Pro USA, DBK Family Jewelers and Executive Valet. “Working with a barter company has definitely helped our company’s growth curve. Not only does it bring us new customers, but our aggressive referral program creates cash customers as well. The Holiday Barter Show will be a great opportunity to gain exposure, meet people and increase our sales within the barter community,” said Jeffrey Cohen, V.P., Sales, ImageWorks, LLC., a Vernon, CT based Web development and Internet solutions company. “Debbie and her team are planning on attracting thousands of New England business representatives to this month’s big barter event.”

Sponsored by Foodshare of Connecticut, Barnum Financial Group, Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame and the Growing Green Co-op, the 2009 Annual Business & Holiday Barter Show will be a family-friendly event with food, fun, door prizes, bull riding contests and music provided by DJ Mike Stacy. Members will also have the opportunity to bid on hundreds of auction items and participate in hourly raffle contests.

With offices based in Bristol, Connecticut, Barter Business Unlimited, Inc., is a proud member of the Universal Currency, Greater Bristol Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Trade Executives and the International Reciprocal Trade Association. To hear more about the barter industry and BBU, visit www.blogtalkradio.com/bartertoday. Linkedin.com and Facebook users can also join barter industry user groups. For more information about Barter Business Unlimited, visit www.bbubarter.com.