Thoughts on EXHIBITORLIVE 2025
It’s a frequent question for trade show people, like you and me. Vegas? Orlando? Chicago? This week it was San Antonio, TX to attend the trade show about trade shows… EXHIBITORLIVE.
The Facts About Trade Show Crates & Shipping
When you purchased your custom or modular trade show exhibit, you probably didn’t give much consideration to shipping or the wood crate(s). After all, it’s just a wood crate, right? What could go wrong during long interstate shipments, casual forklift handling, and untrained show labor to your very expensive and stunning beautiful trade show exhibit?
Your Guide to Renewable Energy Conferences & Trade Shows
Discover top renewable energy conferences & trade shows to attend. Learn how to connect, exhibit, and grow in the clean energy space.
Tariffs, Prices, and the Exhibit Industry
Tariffs, Classic Exhibits, and the Exhibit Industry. Lots of questions, speculation, and intrigue about tariffs. Even if you try to avoid the news, you’re still hearing about tariffs along with inflation.
Classic Exhibits Awarded EDPA 2024 Sustainability Award
Classic Exhibits Awarded EDPA 2024 Sustainability Award. In December 2024, Classic Exhibits was honored at EDPA ACCESS with the Eddie Award for Best Sustainability.
Trade Show Production: Planning & Important Steps
You’ve done your research, chosen an exhibit house partner, worked with an exhibit designer on the build and completed your graphic design. That’s impressive! Now, it just has to be built to your design specifications and in time for your trade show!
Trade Show Planning: A Step-by-Step Guide
Dive into the essentials of effective trade show planning with this comprehensive guide. Is your team ready for your next trade show?
Booth #339 at EXHIBITORLIVE 2025
Number 339 just happens to be the most highly researched and studied number in our Arabic Numbering System. What you may not know is that Classic Exhibits and “339” have a long and somewhat mysterious relationship. Some think it’s a coincidence. Perhaps even a conspiracy!!
15 Tips for a Successful Trade Show Installation & Dismantle
Successful Installation & Dismantle Planning ahead will save you time and money on your next setup. More often than not, preventable snags slow down installations on the show floor. Here’s a list of ten tips that will help avoid those common obstacles that can waste time and drive labor costs through the roof. As you’ll see, there’s a theme here — PLAN AHEAD . . . and you’ll probably come in under budget!
Peek-a-Booth Webcams
Classic Exhibits provides Distributors with live video to review their projects using the Peek-a-Booth webcams. Occasionally, we’re asked about that level of transparency, but we believe it’s important to Classic Distributors (and their clients) to preview their projects. It’s also a reflection of Classic’s Shared Success culture.
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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.
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.
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.
Do You Understand the New and Impulsive B2B Buyer?
I don’t consider myself “old,” yet I remember business-to-business sales before the Internet. You contacted a salesperson, who was the “Gatekeeper of All Information.” Then you went through a series of meetings, learning a little more with each one. After all the meetings with all the potential vendors, you made a decision. It was time-consuming, expensive, and frustrating.
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.
Save 15% on Symphony and Gravitee Kits
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Trade Show LED Lighting: Bright Ideas & Examples
Light Emitting Diodes (LED) have transformed trade show exhibits. For the better. Not long ago, LED trade show lighting was a luxury, reserved for expensive island displays or tech companies with unlimited budgets. Now, LED lights are everywhere.
Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest and BBQ Potluck
Classic BBQ and Watermelon Seed Spittin’ Contest. It was a summer day like any other… until it wasn’t. So many questions… “I’ve never done this before. How am I supposed to spit?”
My First Seven Months at Classic Exhibits
It’s hard to believe I’ve been with Classic Exhibits for seven months (although I feel like I’ve been here for years). Thankfully, it’s been a smooth transition and everything that I hoped it would be and more!
Summer Savings on ecoSmart Sustainable Inlines and Islands
EcoSmart Summer Savings. Fifteen years ago, Classic Exhibits made a commitment to sustainable exhibits with ecoSmart Sustainable Displays. Our commitment hasn’t waivered with over 150 eco-friendly islands, inlines, and accessories.