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What Motivates Trade Show B2B Buyers to Buy

Those exhibiting at trade shows need to understand the prospects are most likely informed about the basic functions and qualities of your products or services before they approach your booth. They no longer need to interact with a salesperson to learn about the high-level information.

8 Display Stand Options to Showcase Your Products

When it comes to custom display stands, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Some exhibitors want counters, tables, and shelves on the trade show aisle, while others encourage attendees to enter the booth space by offering comfortable seating and demo stations.

The Power of Sensory Marketing at Trade Shows

When it comes to smells, tastes, sounds, and all of our senses, we are driven by memories and primal instincts. Sensory marketing is a powerful tool for all types of events —whether it’s a trade show, supermarket, concert, or sporting event.

Three Rental Island Exhibits with Meeting Space

When you think of navigating a trade show, the words “chaos” and “exhausting” often come to mind. Those two or three days on the show floor can be challenging for attendees which is why more and more exhibitors are creating casual, relaxing environments for attendees within their booth space.

Trade Show Supplies Every Exhibitor Needs

Trade show supplies are the unsung heroes of any exhibition program. They may not win design awards or attract attendees to your booth, but they have the power to divert a disaster, make your exhibit sparkle and shine, and keep your booth staff happy.

Mastering Event Booths: Ideas and Tips for Success

The key to selecting trade show event booths is to ignore them in the beginning. Which may seem counterintuitive. Instead, focus on your trade show or event marketing goals. What do you want to accomplish? Be specific.

Designing a Booth Banner to Attract Visitors

A booth banner is a type of signage that can be used to draw attention to a booth or display table at an event. Booth banners can be used to provide information, invite attendees to visit a booth, or highlight a product or service. They can be displayed in a variety of ways, including on banner stands or as tabletop banners. 

After 30 Years in the Exhibit Industry — Kevin Carty

On July 8, 1994, 30 years ago, I was offered a job by a friend (now my brother-in-law) to work for his father’s new business. At the time, I was working overnight shifts at a supermarket from 11 pm to 7 am. Then I’d head to college until about 3 pm. It was summer break from college, but I jumped at the chance for a normal work schedule and shift to evening classes in the fall.

Join Us at Connect Marketplace in Milwaukee, WI

Are you headed to Connect Marketplace 2024 in Milwaukee, WI? We’ll be there too! Look for Classic Exhibits in the show hall. We’ll be featuring a Symphony Portable Display, along with messaging about our private-label services to exhibit and event companies.

The Symphony Portable Display Tour

We designed a Traveling Symphony Display. Actually two, which are available by request from Gina Porcaro or Harold Mintz. These show how Symphony assembles, how accessories connect, and how the floating graphic attaches. The single and double-sided version packs in one roto-molded case.

Finding & Working With a Trade Show Booth Designer

Find a trade show booth designer to help you navigate the complexities of creating an effective exhibit. Trade show booth designers are creative professionals who specialize in designing the booths that companies use at trade shows.

ECA Legislative Action Day

ECA Legislative Action Day on May 30 did not disappoint! I must commend the Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA) team for their flawless execution of this day on The Hill. We couldn’t have done this without you!

Tech Conferences & Trade Shows: An Exhibitor’s Guide

You don’t have to be an exhibitor or a tech industry guru to attend tech conferences and trade shows. Tech conferences are ideal for exploring new ideas and sparking creative possibilities for any business. At Classic Exhibits, we design and build exhibits, large and small, for a wide range of industries.

Trade Show Attire: What Not to Wear

Trade shows are all about making a good impression, so what exhibitors wear matters. However, “What to Wear” is often the last checkbox on their trade show checklist. But it shouldn’t be. More than anything, trade show attire should be a conscious decision, one that mirrors your trade show strategy.