Episode 072 - Trade Show & Event Tips from the Pros! What I'm giving you this week is a collection of tips I got from exhibitors from IAEE's Expo! Expo! virtual trade show and conference that took place recently. These 6 established industry experts each shares a top tip for helping plan and produce the best Trade Show, Event or Conference!
Pro #1 - Craig Thompson from Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland Tip #1 - For Show Managers - when you are creating your Floor Plan, consult with your venue! They can help you understand the unknowns and intangibles about the floor space that can help you have a better and smoother event. Find out more at www.clevelandconventions.com
Pro #2 - Jenny Ward of Exhibit Concepts Tip #2 - Show up at these events, and Be There to help support each other to get through this tough time for the industry! Find out more at www.exhibitconcepts.com/mycheck
Pro #3 - Lauren Johnson with Louisville Tourism Tip #3 - Work with the Convention & Visitors Bureau of the host city to infuse the culture of the city into your event! Find out more at www.gotolouisville.com
Pro #4 - Patrick Reilly with Digitell Tip #4 - Don't be afraid to lean into new technologies and new approaches to the virtual world that may be different from live events. Find out more at www.digitellinc.com
Pro #5 - David Liddle at the Deondo Company - makers of Nook Event Pods Tip #5 - Always pack a can of WD-40! It can remove stains and get you out of many tough spots. Find out more at www.nook.events
Pro #6 - Jimmy Mouton with eShow Tip #6 - When producing Virtual or Hybrid events, please consider how attendees can communicate and engage on the virtual platforms. Find out more at www.goeshow.com
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