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Karin Roberts: Tue, Jan 20, 2026
When you’re preparing to exhibit at a trade show, there’s one critical step that’s often overlooked amid the design reviews, shipment logistics, and staffing schedules — reviewing the vendor contact list and official show information. This essential...
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Karin Roberts: Thu, Jan 15, 2026
The International Manufacturing Technology Show 2026 (IMTS) stands as the premier event for industrial and production technology worldwide. For...
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Karin Roberts: Tue, Jan 13, 2026
The National Restaurant Association Show is the foodservice industry’s largest annual event, bringing together thousands of exhibitors, hundreds of...
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Karin Roberts: Thu, Jan 08, 2026
In 2026, the global trade show industry is projected to reach $88.6 billion, growing at a 5.3% annual rate. In the U.S., the events industry is...
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Karin Roberts: Mon, Dec 29, 2025
It’s planning time for 2026, and trade show season is just around the corner. Your company is forecasting growth, launching new products, and setting...
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Karin Roberts: Mon, Dec 22, 2025
The Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) is coming back to McCormick Place March 27–29, 2026, bringing tens of thousands of fans, artists,...
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Karin Roberts: Thu, Dec 18, 2025
Chicago stands out as a powerful hub for trade and business growth, thanks to its thriving marketplace and accessible climate. As the nation’s...
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Karin Roberts: Tue, Dec 16, 2025
In 2026, what will make attendees stop at your booth? It is not simply size, lighting, or flashy graphics. It is the creation of a purposeful,...
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Karin Roberts: Thu, Dec 11, 2025
Hanging signage is one of the most effective tools for standing out at a trade show. It captures attention from a distance, reinforces your branding,...
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Karin Roberts: Thu, Dec 04, 2025
Trade shows are built around networking — but too often, those connections stay on the surface. For exhibitors who invest time, money, and creativity...