Trade Shows Have an Image Problem
Trade shows have an image problem. And, it’s our fault. Now, when I say, “image problem,” I’m not referring to drayage, show regulations, display and booth space costs, or any of the other issues that been an open wound for years.
Modifying Your Open Office with Low-Cost, Flexible Solutions
COVID-19 has forced most businesses to review their work environments as they plan for their employees to return. Companies are quickly trying to reverse the open-office trend in a low-cost and flexible way. They want to remove chairs and desks and install screens or other dividers between remaining desks.
Is Your Office Cubicle Safe? Cubicle Height Extenders Offer Additional Protection
Cubicle Height Extenders with Clear Plex If you have an office with cubicles, you have a challenge. As employees return to their desks, they will be expecting additional personal safety. Most cubicles are 4-5 ft high and don't offer enough personal protection. At a minimum, cubicle partitions should be at least 6 ft. high. PlaceLyft Cubicle Height Extenders install in minutes and raise the...
New SuperNova Lightbox Displays from Classic Rental Solutions
Three New SuperNova Lightbox Displays from Classic Rental Solutions. These inline designs feature our SuperNova LED lights. and easy assembly.
Stand Tough Hand Sanitizer Stands
All Stand Tough Hand Sanitizer Stands are built tough for the most demanding office, warehouse, and retail environments. They’re constructed with durable powder-coated or anodized aluminum posts, steel base plates, and stainless steel mounting plates..
Our Remodeled Offices. Tour with Kevin Carty
The office redesign includes Gravitee modular walls with detachable magnetic/whiteboard panels, tension fabric (backlit and non-backlit), and clear plex inserts. The changes provide greater personal safety since the surfaces can be cleaned or replaced. The upgraded cubicles offer more protection without sacrificing visibility or communication. All the surfaces can be branded.
How to Upgrade Your Post-COVID Office Environment on a Budget
Over the past month, we’ve seen a surge in office design requests as companies prepare for their employees to return. For example, a large property management group contacted a Classic Distributor. They requested upgrades to their existing cubicles to provide better protection for their employees.
Modular Office Designs with Personal Protection Barriers
Kevin Carty from Classic Exhibits discusses the challenges companies are facing as they plan for employees returning to their offices in a post-COVID world.
Recent “Sharpen Your Skills” Webinar Recordings
Recent “Sharpen Your Skills” Webinar Recordings by Lisa Apolinski, Emilie Barta, and Brumark Flooring
Symphony Portable Webinar — Q&A
Questions and Answers from the Symphony Webinar
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Free 2017 EXHIBITOR Hall Pass from Classic Exhibits
Get a Complimentary Exhibit Hall Pass to EXHIBITORLIVE from Classic Exhibits. Code 4044. Click on the link or the graphic to register.
And while you are there, take a moment to vote for the Portable Modular People’s Choice Award. You can vote once a day until EXHIBITOR. Classic Exhibits has (5) finalists for the 2017 PMA, our most ever!
Holiday Greetings from Kevin (vlog)
Kevin shares his Happy Holiday vlog (I know. It just doesn’t sound right). He also discusses 2017 business trends, including predictions about corporate environments, Gravitee One-Step, and our internal expansion.
We would love to hear your thoughts about 2017 trends, and let us know if you enjoy these vposts (which sounds better to my ears).
We would love to hear your thoughts about 2017 trends, and let us know if you enjoy these vposts (somehow “vposts” that sounds better to my ears).
| Finalists
It’s that time of year. The 2017 Portable Modular Award Finalists were released, along with the People’s Choice Voting page. From it’s inception four years ago, Classic Exhibits has been a huge supporter because we believe that portable and modular exhibits deserve creative recognition. And each year, the competition gets better, with spectacular designs from some of the best suppliers and exhibit houses in our industry.
Is It Too Early for 2017 Predictions?
Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve. Then 2017. Yes, it might be a little early for predictions, but we just completed our 2017 budget so the future has been on our minds for several months.
Here’s what our Magic 8 Ball tells us. Industry predictions from Kevin and Mel.
Shared Knowledge University Vlog by Kevin Carty
We wrapped up Shared Knowledge University last week. Another amazing group of attendees! There’s just something about SKU that sparks joy, delight, and the urge to sing kumbaya (at least silently). Kevin offers his take on SKU, EDPA Access, and several other topics in this vlog.
| Final Day
The Past is Not a Predictor of the Future.
Just ask Nokia and Blackberry. But that doesn’t mean you can ignore it. So, let’s end on a happy note and chat about trends. Namely, what we’ve seen in 2016 that (we believe) will continue in 2017.
| Day #4
You Love Your Children Equally.
But you have a favorite, even if just a little. Yesterday, we talked about the Top 5. Today, we discuss five online children who deserve more love and attention.
| Day #3
Finding the Right Tool is a Blessing.
What tools do your fellow distributors use on the Classic Exhibits website? Here are the Top 5. Some may surprise you.
So which tools do your fellow distributors use on the Classic website? Here are the Top 5.
| Day #2
Today, we stroll through the colorful history of our product names. We’ll even touch on the funky Classic Exhibits logo. Don’t scoff. It’s more interesting than you think.
| Day #1
I’m a giver. What can I say? It’s who I am.
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I thought I’d share 25 “Classic Tips and Insights” over the next week. Five per day. Some you may know. Others probably not. I promise to keep them short, sweet, and easily digestible.
Customer Service Just Got Easier at Your Next Trade Show
Most retailers devote significant time and money to customer service training for their employees. The same can’t be said for exhibitors and their booth staff. They assume their team will be professional.
Short and Sweet EDS Video by Tim Patterson
Last week, Tim Patterson, aka the TradeshowGuy, created a three-minute video for his clients showing recent Exhibit Design Search updates. It’s concise, informative, and interesting. The video trifecta. Thought I’d share. Enjoy!
Ignorance and Indifference on the Trade Show Floor
We all recognize this scene from Seinfeld: The rental car desk. The banter between Jerry and Elaine. And the snide, indifferent response from the rental car agent. We’ve all experienced this poor customer service from an overbooked flight, a missed service appointment, or a bait and switch on an advertised product.
Does Your Trade Show Exhibit Have To Be Clever?
That’s not to say your trade show exhibit shouldn’t be attractive. It should, but I would encourage you to focus on more practical matters the next time you design or rebrand your display. What do you need in the booth space to conduct business? Make it less about showmanship and more about conversations and information.
| Reid Sherwood
I wanted to share with you all some news. Reid Sherwood, the Eastern Regional Manager, was offered a wonderful opportunity and is leaving Classic Exhibits on November 4, 2016. He’ll shift gears to the supplier side of the industry.