On October 28th, 2017, cat lovers gathered at the Miami Airport Convention Center to celebrate cattitude in a big way. POP Cats debut was lots of fun. All of us drooled over the visitor cats, the adorable adoptable kitties, talented artists, unique merchandise and awesome speakers!
POP CATS™ MIAMI 2017
SPONSORS & IN-KIND SPONSORS
SPEAKERS
Amanda Brennan
the Meme Librarian
Amanda Brennan is Tumblr’s senior content insights manager and internet librarian. After graduating with her MLIS from Rutgers University, she began her career at Know Your Meme, researching the history of internet phenomena and niche subcultures. She has been at Tumblr since 2013 where she oversees The Fandometrics, Tumblr’s pleasingly scientific weekly ranking of entertainment fandoms on the platform.
Joann Biondi
Lorenzo the Cat Photographer
Joann Biondi is a feline art photographer whose work has appeared in numerous gallery and museum exhibits across the U.S. Her primary model and muse is Lorenzo the Cat, a regal Maine Coon with a flair for fashion. She recently photographed the cats of Cuba for National Geographic.
Brandon Zavala
Apollo Peak Pet Berverages Founder
Brandon Zavala is the founder of the snack beverages for pets Apollo Peak, created after his cat “Apollo” and known for their lovable “Cat Wine” line which has earned the attention of magazines and TV.
TIA WILLIAMS
Operation Paw Director
Tia is one of the passionate directors behind Operation PAW, an all volunteer, non-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to improving the lives of homeless animals in South Florida.
The Cat Network
South Florida CAT ORGANIZATION
The Cat Network is dedicated to reducing the overpopulation of stray and feral cats in South Florida through the humane practice of sterilization, vaccination, and release.
EXHIBITORS
ARTISTS
Bethmade
Miami, FL, USA
Cat-Hi
Miami, FL, USA
Erin Peter
Fort Myers, FL, USA
Gatos Ilimitados
Caracas, Venezuela
G.Man Productions
Hollywood, FL, USA
KrazyKari
Miami, FL, USA
Lorenzo The Cat, Joann Biondi
Miami, FL, USA
Mary K. Williams
Westland, MI, USA
Megan Lynn Kott
Detroit, MI, USA
Cat Food
Koha Pet Food
Delray Beach, FL, USA
Healthcare
Wellcare
Miami, FL, USA
Cat Furniture
My Four Cats Designs
Birmingham, UK
Square Paws
Viera, FL, USA
Cat Welfare
Ferreira Animal Hospital
Miami, FL, USA
Miami-Dade Animal Services
Miami, FL, USA
Operation Paw
Miami, FL, USA
Riverfront Cats / Pawsitively Humane
Miami, FL, USA
The Cat Network
Miami, FL, USA
Upcoming Cat Cafes
The Cat’s Meow Café
Miami, FL, USA
This & That With Cats
Miami, FL, USA
Publications
Pussweek
Sydney, Australia
Zee & Zoe’s Cat Chronicles
Coral Springs, FL, USA
Merch For Humans
Cat Lady Box
Deerfield Beach, FL, USA
CCT Miami
Miami, FL, USA
CEKU
Miami, FL, USA
Meowingtons
Miami, FL, USA
Nine Lives Twine
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
The Dancing Cat
Baltimore, MA, USA
Triple T Studios
New Lexington, OH, USA
Xenotees
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Merch For Cats
Apollo Peak
Denver, CO, USA
Carvas
Miami, FL, USA
Charming Creatures Creations
Orlando, FL, USA
Dezi & Roo
Atlanta, GA, USA
Fanti Arts & Crafts
Toronto, Canada
House Cat Club
St. Petersburg, FL, USA
Kitschy Cat Shack
Hollywood, FL, USA
Notso Kitty
Salem, MA, USA
Pet Winery
Fort Myers, FL, USA
Tabby James
Santa Monica, CA, USA
Want More Meows
Orlando, FL, USA