The process of conceiving, designing and producing a trade show exhibit can be complicated and daunting. Jim Anderson, founder and principal in Steelhead Productions in Washington State, outlined the process he has used for years in this class. Jim was the most professorial presenter I had seen (though I am sure there are others) at
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Technology is transforming trade shows and events…..okay, now I’ve stated the obvious. However, I didn’t realize in how many ways until I listened to Corbin Ball’s presentation. His reverse Top 10 format was a good way to get to the point. But, I tell ya, I felt like I was under an avalanche of information.
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You wouldn’t think a revolutionary marketing idea would come from our government, especially the armed services. However, when a marketing mind meets the structure and process of the US Army, interesting things happen. Colonel Casey Wardynski had a problem. He had to improve his recruiting results. Before, Army recruiting was process over results and activity
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Trade Show Bob is now one of my heroes. This Everyman, while he took a bit to get warmed up, did get rolling and imparted some important information: ignore those people you don’t need to talk with and get the right people from your company talking to the right, targeted prospects and clients. Hmmm, what
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It’s nice to be the guest. We’ve had some good times with gracious hosts at Exhibitor’s Show this year. And when you’re being hosted by the best people in the world who know how to do this, even better. MG Design put on a really nice evening for guests, clients and staff at a Vegas
Katharine Chestnut, you came along at the right time of day. I was tired, in need of sugar or caffeine. Or sleep. And there you were, talking about integrated marketing communications as if you were describing your garden. Cool. You do have a garden, don’t you? Really, this was a refreshing session. Yes, it is
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If I come away from this show with nothing else, it will be Ian Sequeira’s recommendation to use the ROI Toolkit. Cool stuff, Ian. Thanks. To quote Ian: “Go to www.iaee.com and about halfway down the page, sign in to use the calculator.” Can’t wait to try it out. My colleague has some numbers we
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Plan carefully. Execute aggressively. Follow up thoroughly. There we are–back to thinking in threes. Marc Goldberg’s presentation on exhibiting strategically left me with those three thoughts. Good stuff to remember. Actually, memories to be brought back. The good news is that guys like Marc are still on the program. He really knows his stuff. The
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Ok, now we’re getting somewhere. I’ve read Barry Siskind’s books, but never had seen him in action. He is a dynamic speaker (with dry, B&W slides) with great information. Actually, the earlier presentation by Ian set me up really well for this session. Barry was clear and quick on his feet. His basic thesis is
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Walking the show allowed us to get some air, meet new people and forget about the terrible lunch we’d been served. Note to self: try the Mexican place across the way on Tuesday. This area of the show is growing. Over 300 exhibitors ranging from simple banner makers to I&D companies to freight companies to
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