Notice the headline reads “Marijuana Increases Trade Show Registrations” and not Marijuana Increases Trade Show Attendance. You can probably assume that attendance is up as well, but the premise of this article is how one company (CDS Displays) has seen…
Why Trade Show Managers Rent Exhibits
We are often asked by customers if they should consider rental versus purchasing a new trade show exhibit. The easiest answer is found by asking a few simple questions. 1. How many shows will exhibit in with this new exhibit?…
The Top Ten Largest US Trade Shows
People always debate about which trade shows are the largest in the US. The true answer to that question depends entirely on what factor(s) you are considering related to the size. For this article we decided to list the largest trade shows by three…
Anatomy of a Trade Show
Even the most experienced trade show exhibitors will often hire a 3rd party expert to manage the paperwork, order forms and details to ensure a hassle free experience when exhibiting at a large trade show. Unfortunately, there is not a universal set…
Bitcoin ATM Installed at Houston Convention Center
A CoinVault ATM was installed at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas on Dec. 10. The ATM dispenses Bitcoin, a form of virtual currency that has grown in popularity since its creation in 2008. The newly installed…
How Trade Shows Affect Sales
Inviting displays are a great way to entice people at a trade show. If planning is not a priority during one of these events, it can have a negative effect on one’s business. There are some strategies that you can…
Truths and Myths of Trade Show Labor
If you exhibit at trade shows in the USA you have most likely run into issues with trade show labor regulations at some point. The rules will vary depending on the city you are in. Some states have laws protecting exhibitors. These…
Exploring Trade Show Flooring Options
There are some many options, regulations and budgetary considerations when choosing your trade show flooring that we decided to list and overview them in detail. When you reserve booth space at a trade show it does not include flooring. The most common flooring at trade…
Inside Trade Show Shipping
Shipping your display properties and equipment to a trade show is a costly expense. There are many variables that will not only help you maximize your budget, but can also save you from frustration at the show. There are usually…
How To Stand Out From The Crowd At Trade Shows
Exhibitors often ask for advice on how to stand out from the crowd when exhibiting at a Trade Shows. Here are some proven suggestions: Colors – Every year the trade show industry associations do studies on what color(s) seem to get the…