Throughout our country’s history, we’ve heard the death knell for various types of interactive media. For example: When “Radio” first appeared, industry experts predicted the demise of books and magazines. When “Magic Lantern” films entered the scene, commentators signaled the demise of live theater and vaudeville. When “Television” appeared,… learn more >
The flurry of Q1 and Q2 meetings, conferences and tradeshows slows down a bit now as we head into summer. It’s a great time to evaluate and re-tool program components before the intense rush of the fall and Q4. Here’s a list… learn more >
It’s a new year. A new opportunity for your trade show staff to enhance their persuasive abilities. Use these three tips to help your staffers conduct more compelling conversations and win more opportunities. . 1. Understand the prospect’s primary buying need. Ultimately, every prospect is… learn more >
When you need to communicate a short but important message to lots of visitors, “FYI Zones” engage attendee interest in a big way. In “FYI Zones,” professional hosts brief attendees on the important activities and destinations available in the booth. Visitors receive personally… learn more >
Last week I heard a discussion leader proclaim that Experience Marketing at trade shows is dead. Really? If his definition of Experience Marketing includes spending large sums of money on frivolous activities then, sure, I’ll agree. Those days are long gone. But I’ve… learn more >
At the beginning of the year, I posted three trends that I expect to shape events over the coming year. The first was the requirement for exhibitors and event sponsors to provide personally relevant information for their guests and visitors. Last week I read an… learn more >
RIM made headlines this week with the introduction of two new smart phones. Unfortunately, the launch seems to have generated more questions about the brand than it answered. Are the new phones great? Are they merely good? Is good “good-enough” to save… learn more >
It’s that time of year when annual meetings, conferences and sales kick-offs shift into high gear. Already we’ve seen several high profile presentations and already we’ve seen some eyebrow raising performances. It’s not uncommon for executive presentations to miss the mark. Why? More often… learn more >
Does this ever happen to you? The client delays. Deadlines loom. Tension escalates. Finally, the project is green-lighted. Everyone shifts into hyper speed. Me? I get so wrapped up in execution that I annoy the team by making decisions that should be left to someone else.… learn more >
It’s the season for making lists. Here are my top three trends that will shape event marketing in 2013: 1. Instant Information. Digital has re-shaped expectations. Consumers now seek the same immediacy in the live event arena that they currently enjoy from on-line experiences. Delivering on-demand… learn more >