How to Choose the Best Trade Show Display Vendor

Posted by Bill Barrett in Tips, Trends

The ideal trade show display vendor will be able to tailor an exhibit plan to your specific challenges and goals. They will form a strategic partnership with you and your business and help at every stage of the process. Alon Weiner, co-founder of Post-Up Stand, outlines the traits you should look for in potential vendors for your next event.

Open Communication. Professional, committed vendors will be highly responsive. In the inquiry phase, look for people who return your calls and emails within a reasonable time frame. You should be able to establish a specific date of completion as well as progress updates throughout the process. The right vendor should also be receptive to your requests while helping you brainstorm new ideas.

Budget Friendly. Hire the most knowledgeable vendor you can afford. A high quality vendor will be worth the cost because he or she will be able to work with you to meet or undercut your trade show budget. True professionals will strike a balance between your costs and expectations rather than simply convincing you to splurge on top-priced components.

Creative Problem Solving. Experienced vendors are well-versed in contingency planning and are capable of coming up with creative solutions in any situation. When interviewing a new trade show vendor, ask about a past problem they’ve encountered and how they solved it. This will tell you a lot about whether or not they have the skills and resources to handle unexpected issues.

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