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Tradeshow Marketing Video Series

December 1st, 2015 COMMENTS

Tim Patterson, aka The Tradeshow Guy, has released an excellent video series which highlights chapters in his new book — 14 Proven Steps to Take Your Tradeshow Marketing to the Next Level. The digital version is available free or you can purchase it at Amazon for $19.95.

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I’m sharing for two reasons. First, it’s terrific marketing — book, video, website … all combined with a comprehensive social media plan. It’s impressive! Second, the content is informative, entertaining, and practical. It’s the book I wish someone had handed me when I got into this business.

We plan to offer a modified version of his book next year on orders over a certain dollar amount. It will be the printed version, not a download, and placed in the outgoing case or crate. Details to follow. We believe the book, along with your professional guidance, will give your clients a “leg-up” in their trade show marketing. Of course they have to read it. As they say, you can lead a horse to water….

Let us know if you have any questions.

–Mel White
mel@classicexhibits.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/melmwhite
https://twitter.com/melmwhite

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Based in Portland, Oregon, Classic Exhibits Inc. designs and manufacturers portable, modular, and custom-hybrid exhibit solutions. Classic Exhibits products are represented by an extensive distributor network in North America and in select International markets. For more information, contact us at 866-652-2100 or www.classicexhibits.com.

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Book Download — Super Networking at Events and Tradeshows

April 23rd, 2014 COMMENTS

Super-Networking_lowresFair Warning — This is a brazen plug for a free book about trade shows and social media. And a darn good one too.

A couple of months ago, Tim Patterson, otherwise known as The Tradeshow Guy, wrote a 90 page e-book titled, Super Networking at Tradeshows and Events Using Social Media. He had copies printed and gave them away to friends, industry colleagues, and at trade shows. Classic Exhibits was a sponsor for both the book and the printing.

Anyone who follows Tim knows that he researches and blogs relentlessly about Social Media as an effective tool for trade shows and events. You can read his posts at www.tradeshowguyblog.com. He’s my dude whenever I have questions about this topic.

Now you can get your copy for FREE! It’s a click away without any PITA registering or email address harvesting.

Super Networking ebook (Direct PDF link)

Whether you are a beginner, a dabbler, or an expert, Tim’s book is an outstanding introduction to this must have skill set in today’s business climate. You don’t have to be an expert in Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, QR codes, etc. But you do need to understand the basics.

Sample Chapters:

  • Chapter 4:  Creating a Community
  • Chapter 7:  Eye on Video
  • Chapter 10:  Blogging — Your Home Base
  • Chapter 12:  (Almost) Everything Else

Tim is working on an expanded version, complete with fancy schmancy graphics and illustrations. That version will cost you, so don’t wait. Get the low rent version with all information but without the upscale, midtown price.

I would love to hear your thoughts. And Tim would welcome your comments on his blog. Enjoy!

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–Mel White
http://www.linkedin.com/in/melmwhite
mel@classicexhibits.com

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Based in Portland, Oregon, Classic Exhibits Inc. designs and manufacturers portable, modular, and custom-hybrid exhibit solutions. Classic Exhibits products are represented by an extensive distributor network in North America and in select International markets. For more information, contact us at 866-652-2100 or www.classicexhibits.com.

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Excellent Posts on www.tradeshowguyblog.com

April 5th, 2012 COMMENTS

Classic Exhibits at EXHIBITORSocial Media and Trade Show Marketing

Our friend Tim Patterson at www.tradeshowguyblog.com continues to amaze me. If you are fascinated about the intersection of Social Media and Trade Show Marketing, there’s no better source than his site. Here are some recent posts including one where he reviews his work with Classic Exhibits and EXHIBITOR 2012.

Case Study: Classic Exhibits and Social Media at EXHIBITOR 2012

“Starting three weeks before the show, we started posting short teaser videos. The videos slowly revealed the “Be Better” concept using a lighthearted investigative reporter approach.  Getting the inside scoop from Classic was the main theme.  They appeared on the Tradeshowmarketing YouTube channel, here on Tradeshowguy Blog, and on Classic Exhibits’ blog, Trade Show Tales. In addition, we posted these on Classic’s LinkedIn group and Facebook page. Almost immediately, traffic to Classic’s blog tripled.” [continue]

Social Networking and your Tradeshow

9 things I Learned from #EXHIBITOR and #ExpoWest

“Reflecting on the week I spent in Las Vegas and Anaheim in early March . . .

  1. People are learning how to use QR Codes. Finally.
  2. Video gets people’s attention. The various videos I posted on the YouTube Tradeshowmarketing channel got me recognized time and time again.
  3. NetworKing is king. By hanging out with people I knew, I kept meeting more people that I may work with in the future.” [continue]

Why Don’t Exhibitors Return?

“After walking the floor at the Natural Products Expo West for a full day, it occurred to me that a number of exhibitors I had met and talked to the past couple of years were not here. Even though it’s huge show with thousands of exhibitors, and it might be easy to overlook them, that’s not the case: I looked them up on the show app and couldn’t find them.

They had vanished. Why? I wondered.” [continue]

–Mel White
http://www.linkedin.com/in/melmwhite
mel@classicexhibits.com

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Based in Portland, Oregon, Classic Exhibits Inc. designs and manufacturers portable, modular, and custom-hybrid exhibit solutions. Classic Exhibits products are represented by an extensive distributor network in North America and in select International markets. For more information, contact us at 866-652-2100 or www.classicexhibits.com.

Our Final Pre-EXHIBITOR2012 Video

February 29th, 2012 3 COMMENTS

EXHIBITOR Video #3

EXHIBITOR2012 is less than a week away, and Tim Patterson, the intrepid “Tradeshow Guy” reporter, made a surprise visit at Classic. Up until now, we’ve held our cards pretty close to our chest regarding the booth design and graphics. However . . . being coy was no longer an option with Tim planted in the setup area asking questions.

Here’s your chance to see the structure about midway through assembly. Kevin and Mel discuss the concept in more detail. You are invited to see us at booth #1645 where you can meet Tim and Marlys Arnold, the trade show marketing gurus. They’ll be there between 11:30 – 12:30 on Monday and Tuesday.

We’ve packed our booth and it’s on its way to Las Vegas. See everyone there.

Look for Tim’s video and blog reports from the show. If you are there, you’ll recognize him — he’ll be wearing a hat with the fake “Press” badge. 😉

–Mel White
http://www.linkedin.com/in/melmwhite
mel@classicexhibits.com

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Based in Portland, Oregon, Classic Exhibits Inc. designs and manufacturers portable, modular, and custom-hybrid exhibit solutions. Classic Exhibits products are represented by an extensive distributor network in North America and in select International markets. For more information, contact us at 866-652-2100 or www.classicexhibits.com.

Classic Exhibits: EXHIBITOR 2012 Video — Part 2

February 22nd, 2012 1 COMMENT

From Tim Patterson (a.k.a. the Tradeshow Guy):

“Still on the track of what the heck Classic Exhibits is up to for EXHIBITOR 2012 (March 4-8, 2012 at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas). I made another quick visit to their manufacturing facility this week. The result? A disagreement among the bigwigs, a rescue by a new designer, and the ‘inside scoop’ (perhaps!) from a Russian . . . ”