While we are all flooded with constant updates about the spread of COVID-19, there is new data that reveals that in-person events are actually extremely safe, and it could be enough to help keep trade shows moving forward and on track. Learn how safety measures are allowing companies to continue with their trade show marketing activities at events.
Simply handing out tangible giveaways such as water bottles, key chains and branded bags at your event may become obsolete, especially with the possibility of multiple people touching these items and spreading germs. While getting your branding out there is always beneficial for your business, consider these new ideas for your next giveaway.
Have you been working hard to promote your exhibit presence at an upcoming trade show to bring in new prospects and hopefully turn leads into buyers? There are plenty of ways that you can help attract the right attendees and convince them to come your way on the show floor. Here is a list of standout strategies that can create a powerful pre-show marketing plan.
Just when we were all feeling like we may be “in the clear” with the majority of planned in-person trade shows taking place successfully, a handful of shows have been canceled or rescheduled again. If you are seeing some of your shows cancel, reschedule (or reschedule again), here are 5 checklist items to make sure you stay on track with your trade show marketing strategy during this strange time.
Although many trade shows have been able to return in 2021, there is still an apparent road ahead to get back to normal in-person attendance. However, it’s important for exhibitors and trade show hosts to emphasize the unmatched experience that attendees will have when they attend in person to help get those numbers back up. Learn why.
The past year and a half have certainly been a whirlwind for any industry that relies on being able to have face-to-face interactions. While we understand we certainly aren’t “in the clear” yet, we are choosing to stay positive and focus on all of the good that has happened for the trade show industry this summer! Here is a recap of a few success stories from trade shows and events that took place in June and July 2021.
There are ways that your trade show program can go above and beyond the standard expectations of a typical exhibitor to make your company’s exhibit the one that everyone is talking about before the show even starts. Here are 3 ways to be extremely appealing to trade show guests that will assist in filling your booth with attendees.
High hopes are here for the entertainment and media industries. Trade shows are springing back into action to help these businesses thrive. It’s a great thing to see, not just in this industry, but many others as we continue to open back up and get back to face-to-face business. The draw for creating superior audio and visual experiences, as well as compelling content, has never been greater. Learn why.
Video is now at the forefront of social sharing, networking, and business marketing. It’s driving immense growth on nearly every social platform. It’s also important to incorporate video in your trade show exhibit marketing. Here’s how you can build video into your trade show marketing plan and stay up to date with the latest consumer preferences.
Through virtual exhibiting, small businesses have been able to reach consumers across the country (and even across the world) that they may have never had the chance to at an in-person trade show. Now, a new tool may help improve cross-culture communication and boost the potential to bring together rooms of people who otherwise would have had a difficult time sharing ideas.
There are many factors that go into a successful trade show marketing program. And while both your booth itself and your booth staff are extremely important… what’s a great booth, a great staff, and a great product or service without a great spot on the show floor? Here are a few tips to help you pick the best booth space for your business and a location on the show floor that works to your advantage.
Trade shows are coming back full throttle and planning ahead can save your company money. And because the rush is on, you may need to book some services further out in advance than you have before just to make sure they are available to you later this year. Check out these great budget saving tips that you should consider when planning for your events later in the year.
In-person trade shows are making a rapid comeback, which is great news for all of us event marketers! However, much like with a lot of other industries, we can expect some changes the past year brought upon us to affect the traditional way we do things. That’s why developing an effective hybrid event strategy can lead to a more motivated buyer. Check out our 10 questions to ask to learn how.
It’s important to be up-to-date on proper food service techniques, especially when you’re giving away snacks as a form of a freebie at your trade shows or events. If your business is not in the foodservice industry but you’re giving away snacks in your booth, you might not be quite as aware as those who are in the industry. However, there are specific things to remember to make your food freebies effective giveaways.
If you have not yet noticed, leads are becoming harder to obtain with the ever-growing amount of competition in each industry and the amount of marketing avenues companies now have at their fingertips to try and reach their prospects. Here is how you can use SEO to drive lead generation and boost your trade show marketing efforts.