Tradeshows are the most cost effective and efficient way for B2B exhibitors to find new customers, showcase new products and speed-up the selling cycle. Making sure that your tactical execution matches your business goals is critical to make sure the "right buyers" visit your booth and to contain costs.
Find new sales prospects/leads--much more effective than "cold calls".
Howard's Top 10 Ideas for Exhibitors:
1. Establish and clearly communicate business goals and objectives to your team.
2. Do your research--only participate in shows with the correct “fit”.
3. Create a realistic budget.
4. Develop a marketing strategy that incorporates pre-show, at-show and post-show programming.
5. Pay attention to show management offers/services.
6. Invest in highly targeted pre-show marketing for top prospects/buyers.
7. Ensure that your booth communicates what you offer with clean graphics or product displays.
8. Determine a staffing plan and conduct training on products and “how to sell at tradeshows”.
9. Set up and enforce a follow-up plan, assign accountability and require periodic updates from your sales team.
10. Measure results (vs. your objectives) and learn from your experiences.
To help you get the outstanding results from tradeshows--contact us: howard@hftradeshow.com or 818.665.6180
Published articles (paste for links):
Business Week:
http://www.businessweek.com/smallbiz/content/sep2004/sb20040921_7013_sb018.htm
Chief Marketer Magazine Two Part Article:
http://chiefmarketer.com/tradeshows_070307/
http://chiefmarketer.com/exhibit_trade_show_070707/
Work.com
http://
work.com/tradeshow-exhibiting-tips--best-practices-1438/
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