6 Questions with Harold Mintz
Reprinted by permission. Original post 7/31/2015 by Optima Graphics. "Before I finished reading the first answer, I was grinning as I realized how much fun it was working with Harold. You can hear his voice as he tells it the way it was. By the answer to the sixth question, I was laughing out loud for real. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did." -- Gary Camarato 1. Tradeshow industry lore...
Three Trade Show Islands with Post-COVID Protection Features
Three rental island designs feature post-COVID individual demo stations, partitions, and social distancing.
The Future 100 by Wunderman Thompson
The need for brands to plan ahead, understand consumer behaviors that will stick, and employ creative innovation is more important than ever.
Four Temporary Vaccination Rooms (Purchase and Rental Options)
We hope your community doesn’t need these Temporary COVID Vaccination Rooms, but if they do, we’ve got you covered whether it’s for purchase or rental
State of the Company 2021 by Kevin Carty
Annual State of the Company Letter (2021) by Kevin Carty from Classic Exhibits Inc.
Expressing Your Gratitude: Finding the Positive in 2020
“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.” —William Arthur Ward Back in October, we launched monthly Classic Conversations Groups as a way for Classic Distributors, Suppliers, and Partners to discuss common concerns. Each group includes 15 to 20 participants, who meet via Zoom or Teams for an hour each month. Kevin, Jen, Tom, Harold, Jim, and Mel...
Super Match Game — Classic Rental Solutions
Need a mental break over the holidays? Play this “Match Game” featuring pairs of Classic Rental Designs. Just choose your difficulty level.
Classic Distributor Feedback Emails — Recent Responses
For the past 10 years, we have sent feedback requests to Classic Exhibits Distributors. These are emailed about every three weeks, and depending on the time of year, we send 20-30 requests each time. Not every order receives a feedback email. Instead, we target a mix of distributors. It’s not a survey. Just an open-ended request for your thoughts, good or bad.
Up Your Game Newsletter — December 2020
It’s been a tough year for the exhibition and event industry, as well as travel, food, and hospitality.
Safe and Stylish Safety Barriers for Hotels and Banks
Safe and Stylish Safety Barriers custom designed for banks, medical offices, and hotel reception desks can be affordable and elegant.
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“Inclement” Weather Via the Aerial Tram and Oregon Zoo
You either love snow… or you don’t. I love snow and have no hesitation braving the elements either in a car or on foot. However, there is the reality of how cities handle winter weather conditions. Portland, “bless its heart” (as they say in the South), is ill-equipped to manage snowstorms. That’s not a criticism of PDX. We get so little snow that the capital investment would be silly. So rather than complain or grumble, let’s revel in the beauty. Here are two videos: one showing DT Portland via the aerial tram and the other at the Oregon Zoo.
2016-17 Design Insights by Katina Rigall (Vlog)
Katina Rigall, the Creative Director at Classic Exhibits, shares her perspective on 2016 and what to expect from the Design Department in 2017. It was challenging year with the loss of Mike Swartout, our long-time Design Director. Since last spring, the Design Department has added two experienced (and amazing) designers and a stable of contract designers.
Is Imitation the Sincerest Form of Flattery? Nope!
In the past month, our designs have been copied three times. Three clear examples, all very different in scope. Question: When do you throw up your hands vs. taking legal action to protect your intellectual property? Thought you might like to read what we decided to do in each situation.
Exhibit Design Search Tutorial Videos
Recently, a tech savvy Classic Distributor and friend created four Exhibit Design Search tutorials. These 2-3 minute tutorials cover: Exhibit Specials, Search, My Gallery, and Photo Galleries. You can find them in our Video Library and on YouTube, but I’ll make it even easier by posting them below. Enjoy and let us know your thoughts.
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).
Portable Modular Awards 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.
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.
25 Classic Exhibits Tips — 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.
25 Classic Exhibits Tips — 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.
25 Classic Exhibits Tips — 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.
25 Classic Exhibits Tips — 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.
25 Classic Exhibits Tips — 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.