According to new research from London & Partners, only 27% of event professionals believe all five senses are being used effectively in the meetings and events industry. Why is that important? The study, released at IMEX America, revealed that 78% of event organizers believe that multi-sensory events produce more memorable and engaging experiences for attendees. 42% argue that sensory stimulation helps events stand out among competitors. Of...

Dynamic displays at your booth are essential to the success of your show. A great display will serve as your company’s billboard to advertise your brand, products, or services to trade show attendees. It takes less than three seconds to attract someone’s attention, and one wrong design move can result in less traffic and lead generation. Kristin Hovde, website manager for Smash Hit Displays, has put together a few design tips to ensure trade...

Some tradeshow exhibitors go for an informational, strictly business approach at their booth. Others entice potential customers by handing out promotional items. Rachel Wimberly of TSNN explains how the busiest booths are ones that create a fun, engaging experience. At the recent Annual Meeting for the American Society of Association, the Visit Milwaukee booth served up over-the-top Bloody Mary drinks to tradeshow attendees. Megan Gaus, senior...

Tradeshow participation requires an extensive amount of planning. Most marketers are aware of common mistakes, such as failing to promote company presence prior to the event or wrongly allocating the budget. Jon Edelman of Tradeshowmarketing.com has put together a list of slip-ups that might go unnoticed. Here are a few simple ways to prevent these mistakes. Remember that size matters. Always consider the event in terms of attendees and...

Data is usually considered a very valuable resource for most companies. It enables companies to make smart decisions based on trends and demographics. However, sometimes it’s not the most reliable resource. Rob Hamlin, director of exhibition services for Ungerboeck Software International, explains why data isn’t everything. In a pop-culture study published in the Journal of Operations Management, researchers studied how record label...