Summit Graphics PDX — Video Walking Tour
Summit Graphics PDX is not only the print provider for Classic Exhibits projects, but they also work with Classic Distributors and Summit clients throughout the Pacific Northwest.
BannerBug USA Banner Stands are in EDS
Many of you are familiar with BannerBug, but for those who are not, BannerBug stands are 100% manufactured in the USA and are covered by an Unconditional Lifetime Warranty on the hardware. If it fails, regardless of the reason, BannerBug USA will repair or replace it for free, for life.
Crazy Fall Season for Classic Rental Solutions
Thank you for a CRAZY FALL SEASON. We’ve had strong sales, including a record number of AMAZING custom projects. The rental division, Classic Rental Solutions (CRS), saw the largest surge. And that’s not surprising. Exhibit rentals are growing at Classic and throughout the industry.
Classic Exhibits is An Event Supplier Too
Classic Exhibits isn’t an event company, but we are an event supplier. Event agencies tap into our rental inventory of exhibit accessories.
Sustainability Guidelines Report or Root Canal Surgery
Sustainability is an important topic at Classic Exhibits and to our industry. However, to many folks, if given the choice between reading a report about “green” exhibit practices or getting a root canal without Novocain, they would choose root canal every time.
Apparel Trade Shows: Top Events and Display Tips
Apparel trade shows are unlike any other event. Attendees and exhibitors are there to see the latest trends, and they are there to be seen. How you look and how your apparel trade show booth design looks matters a lot. And yet, no two shows are alike.
Food Trade Shows: Industry Events and Insider Tips
You can’t be an exhibit wallflower at a food trade show and expect to succeed. Food shows are battlegrounds. Smart exhibitors have compelling exhibits with large format graphics, videos, and interactive games all designed to entice you into their booth, sample their products, and learn more about their services.
Rental Island Exhibits with Round Hanging Signs
Big round hanging signs will always attract crowds, like bees to nectar. The rental island designs RE-9196, RE-9197, and RE-9198 all have round hanging signs but in three variations. From a straightforward 16 ft. diameter sign to 16 ft. circles inset with a 12 ft. flat or 3D signs.
Travel Expo Success: Prep and Exhibit Design Tips
Travel Expos or trade shows are professional events for accommodation companies (like hotels and BNBs), industry experts, and technology providers. Typically, these groups interact to share experiences, exchange knowledge, and learn new skills.
Letter from Jim Shelman, GM of Classic Rental Solutions
In this post, Jim Shelman, the GM of Classic Rental Solutions, shares details about their sales growth. To keep up with the growth, CRS has added staff, significantly increased its inventory, and streamlined its internal processes. CRS currently has 25 FT employees handling orders from Classic Distributor Partners.
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A Guide to Mastering Trade Show Logistics
Trade show logistics involves efficiently moving an exhibit and equipment to a show site, managing setup and utilities, and finally getting everything back to headquarters in one piece after the event.
Comparing 36 Trade Show Displays in 12 Price Ranges
Comparing the price of 36 trade show displays.
Contemporary, Sustainable Trade Show Displays
Classic Exhibits has been designing and building contemporary, sustainable trade show displays through our ecoSmart line since 2007. No one in the exhibit industry has a longer or larger investment in sustainability than Classic.
Brighter Days Sale on Select SuperNova Lightboxes
Brighter Days are Ahead. Save 10% on (18) SuperNova LED Lightbox Designs through December 2023 from Classic Exhibits.
Your Complete Trade Show Checklist
When it comes to trade shows, someone has to be the master planner. They don’t have to make every decision, but they do have to own the list, including additions, revisions, and due dates. In other words, someone has to be the adult about your trade show planning.
Shared Knowledge University — November 2023
Shared Knowledge University Photos — November 2023
Classic Exhibits Products + Services Summary Sheet
For years, we’ve joked that Distributors often describe Classic Exhibits based on their last order. We build “custom exhibits” or “portable displays” or “charging solutions.” Or we’re a “rental provider” … Which makes Jim Shelman very, very happy.
Are You a Trade Show Gambler?
Ever wonder why so many trade shows are held in Las Vegas. Hint: It’s not because Donny Osmond and Carrot Top are headliners. It’s gambling. The chance to turn $20 into $1000’s, maybe even millions of dollars, is scary seductive.
Custom Trade Show Displays: A Marketing Must-Have
You’re in the market for a custom trade show display. While searching, you may have seen phrases like Custom Trade Show Exhibits, Custom Trade Show Booths, or Custom Trade Show Stands. Is there a difference between an exhibit, a booth, and a stand?
Your Guide to Designing a Custom Trade Show Booth
So, you’re considering a custom trade show exhibit. Start by keeping an open mind about what a “custom trade show exhibit” is. There’s often an assumption that it’s large or expensive or heavy or complicated. And, it can be all of those, but it doesn’t need to be.
Finding My Way into the Trade Show Biz and My First Sales Call
Adventures in the Trade Show Industry with Harold Mintz
Michael Holzer Memorium — 10/28/1983 – 09/20/2023
In Loving Memory of Michael Holzer. Michael Holzer was smart, compassionate, and dedicated to his faith. His perspective on life was unique.
Building a Trade Show Booth: A Professional’s Guide
If there’s one “truism” in trade show marketing, it’s that experience matters and mistakes are costly. You’ll avoid the most common pitfalls by conducting research online, asking questions early and often, and working with a trade show professional.