Saying the “S” Word Outloud (Sustainability)
It’s nearly 2025, and people still cover their ears and sing La, La, La whenever the “S” word is mentioned (sustainability). And yet, the S word is the secret weapon for many Classic Distributors. These Distributors know that many companies have S-word initiatives.
33 Big Trade Shows in North America (2025)
November is a BIG trade show month (not to mention a BIG election happening too). Here are 10 gems that you might wanna have on your radar before diving into to Aunt Ruth’s green jello and carrot salad. Enjoy!
How to Stand Out at a Real Estate Convention or Trade Show
Post-pandemic, the real estate industry has experienced significant changes, presenting both opportunities and challenges for realtors. Those challenges include shifting market dynamics, regulatory changes, technological innovations, and economic uncertainty. A real estate convention is important for professionals in this industry as they navigate the evolving competition from online platforms,...
Renting an Exhibit Should Not Be Stressful
Renting an exhibit shouldn’t be stressful. Yet, many exhibitors experience the same anxiety as buying a used car from Manny’s MotorWorld Emporium.
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.
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40 Eye-Catching Trade Show Booth Design Ideas
Trade show booth design pushes incredible boundaries, especially with new technology. Check out some of our favorite trade show booth ideas.
Summit Graphics PDX and Classic Exhibits
Summit Graphics PDX, a division of Classic Exhibits, may be new to you, but they’re not new to printing beautiful graphics.
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Fabric graphics dominate as the primary graphic medium for trade shows. Largely for three reasons: (1) They’re lightweight, (2) Relatively indestructible, and (3) Are available in large formats up to 10 to 16 ft. wide.
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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
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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?