Our Story
Where the industry does business
CPE has a Rich
22 Year History
The Munce Group founded CPE 22 years ago because of the challenges facing Christian retail. The industry needed a place to be encouraged, equipped and engaged in work and ministry. These three pillars serve as the foundation of CPE through training, networking, order writing and so much more.
Why Attend?
CPE is where the Christian retail industry comes together to grow in business and ministry. It’s the one place where retailers, exhibitors, authors and media partner for a common purpose—to get the Word out.
CPE IS MORE THAN A TRADESHOW
When Attending CPE You Will Find:
Encouragement from God’s Word during daily devotions from best selling authors, speakers, and special guests
Business Training and workshops
Exhibit Floor with over 100+ vendors announcing new releases and trends
Inspiration from your likeminded business owners
Entertainment including movie premiers, concerts, dinner & special events
Opportunities to win! CPE offers a daily cash prize drawing for all Retailers, plus fun contests throughout the show
You will leave CPE having been Encouraged, Equipped & Engaged!
If you have never participated in CPE, don’t let another event pass you by. You’ll be glad you invested the time.
CPE IS THE SHOW THAT PAYS TO ATTEND!
CPE offers a generous tiered reimbursement program for retailers, based on the number of vendors they place orders with at the show. Retailers can easily meet the reimbursement requirements as they replenish inventory and prepare for the next selling season. On average, nearly 80% of the CPE retailers qualify for full reimbursement at each show, adding a huge benefit to vendors that choose to exhibit at support CPE.
CPE IS SPONSORED IN PART BY THE
CHRISTIAN RETAIL ASSOCIATION
Christian Retail Association, Inc. (CRA) is a non-profit ministry founded by the Munce Group to help build community within the Christian retail industry and to bring beneficial assets to store owners and vendors alike.
Associate membership is required for all exhibitors to participate in the CPE show.
Retail Membership is required for stores to qualify for the travel portion of the reimbursement program.