An Interview with Tom Beard, National Sales Manager of Eco-Systems Sustainable Exhibits
Eco-Systems Sustainable Exhibits has always been a leader in responsible trade show exhibiting. From the very beginning, they focused on combining green materials with affordable upscale design. They believe that a booth doesn’t have to look “crunchy” to be green. It simply has to be sustainable.
Free Exhibit Hall Pass to 2019 EXHIBITORLIVE
Get a Free EXHIBITORLIVE Hall Pass with Promo Code 4044. Compliments of Classic Exhibits and EXHIBITOR Magazine. See registration link: https://www.exhibitoronline.com/live/2019/exhibithall.asp.
An Interview with Jim Shelman, GM of Classic Rental Solutions
Trade Show Rentals have undergone a seismic shift not only in design but also in sales. And, this trend will continue in 2019 and beyond. This week, we chatted with Jim Shelman, the General Manager of Classic Rental Solutions. So what should you expect as an exhibitor or a Classic Exhibits Distributor Partner? More of the same, which is a VERY GOOD THING.Â
2018 Odyssey Foods Custom Island Exhibit
While there were many exciting projects in 2018, the custom Odyssey Foods Island for Exhibits Northwest, Inc. was one of our favorites. The “Wow!” factor is off the charts. The exhibit debuted at Seafood Expo North America 2018.Â
Reflections on the Gravitee One-Step Modular Wall System
Two years ago, we introduced the Gravitee One-Step Modular Wall System, a radical approach to modular walls. No tools, no loose connectors, and no inventory of funky corners.
What have we learned in two years?
EXHIBITOR Portable Modular Awards
Every year since 2014, EXHIBITOR Magazine honors design excellence in portable, modular, and system exhibits with the Portable Modular Awards (PMAs).
An Exhibit Design Search Video by the TradeshowGuy
Tim Patterson at TradeshowGuy Exhibits created an EDS tutorial video which he posted on YouTube. He will use it as a sales and marketing resource for existing and potential clients, but just having it on YouTube will also increase the exposure of his company. It’s a straight-forward video and very effective. See for yourself.Â
Misleading Online Prices for Trade Show Displays
Many online display websites are masters at enticing buyers with crazy low prices, which on further investigation are not quite as “cheap” as they seem. Then, there’s quality, warranty, and customer service questions to consider as well.Â
The Rules have Changed at Trade Shows
You know the rules: #1. Never eat or drink in your trade show booth and #2. Don’t stare at your cellphone while on the show floor. It makes sense, mostly. But it’s 2018, Dude. There’s gotta be a middle ground
NAB Show Introduces an Updated Pricing Model
Recently, The Trade Show News Network published, NAB Show Eases Exhibitor Pain Points with NAB Show Cares by Lisa Plummer Savas. Let’s review those changes because they are a huge step in the right direction for our industry.
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EXHIBITOR / GlobalShop 2014 Recap: Word on the Street — March 17 thru March 21st
My nose is bleeding, my eyes are burning, and I am exhausted! Yep, you guessed it, I was in Vegas for the past week. 🙂
Like many of you, the Classic Team descended on Vegas starting last Friday for both EXHIBITOR Show and GlobalShop. Since we exhibited at both shows, let me break this into two blog posts starting with EXHIBITOR.
Why EXHIBITOR Matters (But Should It?)
Each year, I have to remind myself why participating in EXHIBITOR matters. That may seem odd. After all, EXHIBITOR spends a mountain of cash listing all the reasons to attend. Who am I to argue with them. They know their audience. But, I still have to ask myself why should I attend? I’ve gone at least fifteen times.
The EDPA Portable/Modular Summit: Word on the Street — March 3rd thru March 7th
There’s one event/meeting I would strongly encourage you to attend — The Annual EDPA Portable/Modular Summit. This meeting will be held at EXHIBITOR on Tuesday, March 18 from 3:45 – 4:30 pm right on the show floor. It’s free. Just head towards the Food Service Area (far right of exhibit hall) and look for the sign leading you to the meeting.
Classic Exhibits Named a 2014 Fab 50 Exhibit Fabricator
Event Marketer announced their 2014 Fab 50 Fabricators serving the North American event and exhibit industry. For the second year in a row (drum roll please . . .), Classic Exhibits was honored by the editors of Event Marketer and the analysts at the Event Marketing Institute.
EXHIBITOR 2014 Awards Night: Word on the Street — Feb. 24 thru Feb. 28
Say goodbye to February! Come Monday we will be three days into March already.
What a crazy first two months of the year it has been. And, we’re only two short weeks away from all of us descending on Las Vegas.
Even For Ladies
A product description sign at EuroShop. Honestly, I half expected to see Ron Burgundy standing in the booth pitching the product.
“You know I love the ladies, but when it comes to most lightboxes . . . ”
Reflections on EuroShop 2014
As I write this, I’m 3 hours into a 10 hour flight back to Portland after an 8 day trip to Dusseldorf for EuroShop and meetings with MODUL International. Yes, I’m tired (and sick with a head cold), but that’s a fair trade for the wonderful, educational experience of the past week.
EuroShop 2014 Update: Day 5 Video and Photos
Don’t you just love the last day of a show? The crowds have thinned, and the conversations are more casual and informative. We took a break yesterday and spent the day in Cologne, a thirty minute train ride from Dusseldorf. Today, we were back at EuroShop with more detail photos. Katina went a little camera crazy today in a last ditch effort to capture as much design information as possible.
We hope you enjoyed our EuroShop blogging as much as we enjoyed sharing it with you.
EuroShop 2014 Update: Day 3 Video and Photos
Even without cell phone service, we heard you say, “Show me more creative, elegant, and bizarre exhibits from Europe.” Well, we are delighted to be your trade show mules of images from EuroShop. We toured the remaining exhibit halls on Day 3, and then had time to revisit some of our favorites and discover many new exhibits (which we still can’t believe we missed the first time).
EuroShop 2014 Update: Day 2 Video and Photos
The EuroShop 2014 adventure continues with Mel and Katina. On Day 2, they visit the smaller tradeshow exhibition hall with the mostly 3 x 3 and 3 x 6 meter booths, and then turn their attention to mannequins, retail fixtures, supermarket displays, refrigeration, and all things esoteric to retail merchandising and marketing.
Be sure to see the photo describing the lightbox that even the “ladies” can assemble and a photo of Katina with Mary Poppins. We half expected to see Ron Burgundy in the “Ladies Lightbox” space.
EuroShop 2014 Update: Day 1 Video and Photos
Once every three years, it’s EuroShop time in Dusseldorf, Germany. Mel White and Katina Rigall are attending for Classic Exhibits and ClassicMODUL. And, despite their jet lag (or because of it), they have time to share their impressions of a very full first day. Expect another update over the coming days.
Re-Designed Classic Exhibits Website
So new, it still has that glorious new website smell — new graphics, new HTML, a flashy menu, and intuitive navigation. We invite you to tour the re-designed Classic Exhibits website. All your favorites are there: Past 5 Days, Exhibit Design Search, Peek-a-Booth, Trade Show Tips, and FAQ’s.
Classic Exhibits and OTM Partner on NEO Portable Brandable Furniture
Classic Exhibits and On The Move (OTM) introduce the NEO line of portable furniture. NEO is a line of portable, brand-able furniture specifically designed for the trade show and event industry.
CELEBRATE Design in our Industry: Word on the Street — February 3rd thru February 7th
We have an Awards Night for the first time, complete with networking, dinner, and drinks. It is sanctioned by EXHIBITOR and promises to be quite the gala based on the many conversations I’ve had with the EXHIBITOR team.
EXHIBITOR Show Design & New Website: Word on the Street — January 27th thru January 31st
In just six short weeks, we will meet in Las Vegas for EXHIBITOR 2014. It’s our opportunity to show all that is new in our great industry from design and construction to AV, flooring, and services.