"As long as there are NAMM Members who need a second industry gathering to keep their businesses strong, NAMM will continue to serve them by providing the venue,” said Joe Lamond, president and CEO, NAMM. “We’re grateful for the Members who have given us their feedback and based on that, we’re pleased to say that the 2008 event will be held in Nashville."

As the industry continues to change rapidly, NAMM is researching what type of programming to add to the summer event that would provide the highest return on investment for exhibitors and attendees. The association is in the process of conducting a series of focus groups with key NAMM Members across the country facilitated by The Radcliffe Company, a research firm that specializes in the trade show industry. NAMM will make additional announcements this fall concerning new programming for 2008 Summer NAMM.

About NAMM
NAMM is the not-for-profit association that unifies, leads and strengthens the $17 billion international musical instruments and products industry. NAMM’s activities and programs are designed to promote music making to people of all ages. NAMM is comprised of approximately 9,000 Member companies. For more information about NAMM or the proven benefits of making music, interested parties can visit www.namm.org or call 800-767-NAMM (6266).