Trade Show Tips

How to Stand Out at a Trade Show: Strategies That Drive Real Foot Traffic

By Loren Gundersen / July 17, 2026

Why Most Trade Show Programs Underperform (And How Marketing Leaders Fix It) Knowing how to stand out at a trade show can make or break your ROI. Attendees often carry purchasing authority and many arrive close to a decision, yet the leads still go unconverted. The problem usually isn’t booth design—it’s the absence of a…

Trade Show Crisis Management: What to Do When Things Go Wrong at Your Event

By Loren Gundersen / July 10, 2026

When Things Go Wrong on the Show Floor: A Crisis Playbook for Marketing Leaders A trade show crisis rarely announces itself. A shipment goes missing, a screen dies mid-demo, a presenter cancels the night before, and suddenly your brand, your budget, and your name are on the line in front of the exact audience you…

Exhibit Booth Setup: Your Ultimate Guide to a Seamless Show

By Loren Gundersen / May 27, 2026

Why Your Trade Show Booth Can Make or Break Your Reputation Every year, corporate marketing leaders invest thousands of dollars to set up a booth exhibit at major trade shows, knowing that a live event is a high-stakes gamble. The operational reality of coordinating an exhibit is an absolute logistical minefield where missing a single…

Portable Powerhouses: Choosing the Best Collapsible Trade Show Booths

By Loren Gundersen / May 20, 2026

Why Is a Portable Trade Show Display Important? This is because every event is a race against time, budget, and first Impressions. If you have ever worried about shipping costs, hard-to-handle booth materials, or whether your setup will look polished enough to reflect your brand, you are not alone. That is exactly where Art &…

Trade Show Graphics Printing: Make Your Brand Pop!

By Loren Gundersen / April 29, 2026

Elevate your trade show graphics printing with expert tips on designs, materials, tech & ROI boosters for standout booths!

The Complete Guide to Virtual Reality Trade Show Booths

By Loren Gundersen / April 8, 2026

Learn how a virtual reality trade show booth boosts engagement, cuts costs, and captures better leads. Setup tips, tech options, and ROI explained.

Don’t Get Lost in Transit: How to Plan Your Trade Show Logistics

By Loren Gundersen / April 4, 2026

Learn trade show logistics planning step by step. Avoid delays, control costs, and execute flawless booth setup and teardown.

Budgeting for Brilliance: Your Trade Show Display Investment

By Loren Gundersen / February 17, 2026

Unlock your trade show display cost. Learn budgeting, hidden fees, and optimization to shine on the show floor. Make your next show a win!

From Concept to Convention: The Power of Full Service Exhibits

By Loren Gundersen / February 11, 2026

Unlock trade show success with full service exhibit solutions. Streamline design, logistics & tech for maximum ROI. Get a stress-free experience!

Theme Up Your Trade Show: The Ultimate List of Engaging Concepts

By Loren Gundersen / February 3, 2026

Discover creative trade show themes ideas to make your booth stand out, engage visitors, and boost ROI. Get tips for success!

Maximize Your Impact: When You Should Go Big with Custom Exhibits

By Loren Gundersen / January 21, 2026

Go big at trade shows! A custom exhibition booth maximizes your impact, attracts leads, and elevates your brand. Learn how.

How Leading CMOs Use Data to Justify Trade Show ROI

By Loren Gundersen / January 9, 2026

Skyrocketing event budgets have ignited an unprecedented fire under executives, demanding extraordinary proof that trade show investments deliver remarkable returns like never before. As companies pour tremendous resources into these dynamic business showcases, leadership craves crystal-clear, quantifiable evidence that every single dollar transforms into tangible business growth and lasting impact. The phenomenal U.S. B2B trade…

2025/2026 Trends in Trade Show Exhibits: What CMOs Need to Know to Stay Ahead

By Loren Gundersen / September 24, 2025

For CMOs, Marketing Directors, and Event Coordinators, trade show events are far more than just opportunities to showcase products—they are critical moments to build a lasting brand reputation that resonates long after the show ends. As the trade show market is projected to grow at an impressive 14.3% annual rate, reaching a staggering $171.6 billion…

Marketing Ideas That Work at Trade Show Events

By Loren Gundersen / August 4, 2025

Trade shows have been a staple in the modern business world for decades. Of course, they have undergone many changes since their early beginnings. But one thing remains the same: trade shows continue to be a valuable marketing tool in 2025.  According to the Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR), 81% of trade show attendees…

32 Creative Trade Show Booth Ideas to Attract Visitors and Leads in 2025

By Loren Gundersen / July 18, 2025

If you’ve landed a spot at one of your industry’s top trade shows, you’re already in a great position. Now, it’s time to turn your brand’s presence into real impact. Trade shows offer a rare chance to connect face-to-face with high-value customers and potential partners. In fact, according to the Center for Exhibition Industry Research,…