Trade Show Insights

Marlys K. Arnold: Exhibit Marketing Consultant, Trainer & Author
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Trade Show Insights Podcast

Whether you’re a seasoned exhibitor or headed to your first expo, Trade Show Insights helps you navigate the evolving landscape of exhibit marketing to maximize your impact. Host Marlys Arnold and her expert guests tackle current challenges and offer actionable advice to enhance your trade show success. This long-running series (since 2006) is the go-to resource for both show organizers and exhibitors to create memorable experiences that resonate with attendees. For over two decades, Marlys has advised thousands of exhibitors in consultations and workshops for events ranging from local consumer expos to major U.S. trade shows. She’s even written two books on the subject: Build a Better Trade Show Image and Exhibit Design That Works. She’s also the creative mastermind behind the Exhibit Marketers Café, an online hub for learning.

  1. AUG 27

    Beyond Transactions: Building Strong Vendor Relationships - TSI19.8

    You may not spend a lot of time thinking about vendor selection when it comes to your exhibit or event, but that could cost you. Having vendor partners you can trust will make your job so much easier. But on the flip side … working with a bad one could spell complete disaster! Evan Babins knows how to find and build relationships with trusted vendors, and in this episode he shares his expert tips on: What to look for in a potential vendor (and what to avoid)How to leverage existing vendor relationshipsWhy you should consider yourself the quarterback for your exhibit or eventWhat to do when things go sidewaysWhere to look for great vendors

    28 min

  2. JUL 26

    Reframe Your Trade Show Sales Conversations - TSI19.7

    Ever been the unhappy victim of a slimy sales pitch? (Haven’t we all!) Want to make sure you never come across that way? Then you’ll want to take careful notes as you listen to my conversation with sales expert Aleasha Bahr, who believes there’s a much better strategy for those in-booth sales conversations. (Hint: It’s NOT all about selling!) She’ll guide you step by step how to: Seamlessly weave your pitch into the conversationPut everything in context for each personHandle objections in a totally new wayCreate a more natural follow-up approach

    27 min

  3. JUN 26

    5 Ways to Make Meaningful Connections - TSI19.6

    When you’re at a trade show, it’s easy to get focused on simply gathering leads or generating sales – short-term results. But beyond that, are you building meaningful connections that can lead to future business or open doors to other exciting opportunities? I know I’ve made some of my best client and friend connections at a trade show. Perhaps that’s how you and I first met! In order to meaningfully connect with someone – whether that’s a customer, neighbor, coworker, or anyone else – you need to focus on a few basic things. Together, these actions guarantee more effective communication and demonstrate your interest in the other person.

    7 min

  4. MAY 30

    Market Like a Rock Star: What Exhibitors Can Learn from Taylor Swift - TSI19.5

    Earlier this year, I attended a workshop on how to market like Taylor Swift, and let me tell you … there are a wealth of insights you can learn by studying this multi-award-winning, stadium-packing music legend. And it really doesn’t matter whether you know a single one of her songs (I’m only familiar with a few myself). We’re going to break down the strategies she uses to create raving fans who can’t wait for her next album debut – and how you can put each of these to use in your trade show marketing.

    9 min

  5. APR 30

    Crafting Experiences That Captivate - TSI19.4

    Designing an impressive exhibit display just isn’t enough anymore. Attention spans are shorter, and attendees want experiences that not only educate about your products, but also involve and entertain them. At the same time, sponsoring the opening reception or other official event at the show is likely outside the budget for many companies. So what’s a creative exhibitor to do? Wendy Porter has decades of experience producing memorable events, and she joins us to share insider tips on: Why it’s more important than ever to create experiences off the show floorHow to curate an exclusive experience for your ideal audience (with fun examples!)Why the way you transport them to your event sets the toneHow to use in-booth activities to increase attendee dwell timeWhat an “Alice story” is and why it matters

    32 min

  6. MAR 28

    Creating Events That Care for People & Planet - TSI19.3

    Lifestyles have changed since the "Great Pause," and stamina is a big part of that. While event attendees used to be willing to be booked solid from sunup to sundown (and far beyond), that just doesn't fly anymore. Savvy trade show organizers and exhibitors are learning to integrate wellness into all aspects of the event – from the overall schedule to meals to in-booth activities and more. In this episode, wellness consultant David Stevens goes beyond the buzzword of wellness and shares strategic ways to integrate well-being into events by: Becoming mindful of the attendee experienceIncorporating wellness elements in your boothDesigning after-hours events that won't burn people outUnderstanding what "wellness washing" is & how to avoid itPacing yourself and your team to make it through the entire show

    36 min

  7. FEB 22

    Trade Show Blind Spots: What Are You Overlooking? - TSI19.2

    Certain topics are getting lots of buzz these days: staffing challenges, budgets, sustainability, AI. But too often that’s all they are – buzzwords. So for this episode of Trade Show Insights, I invited one of my trade show BFFs to join me for a conversation that goes beyond the surface of these topics to what should be on everyone’s radar. You see for several years, Rich Vallaster and I have scheduled frequent touch-base calls to analyze what’s happening in the trade show industry, what’s working, and what needs to change. Now you have the opportunity to listen in as we discuss: How staffing shortages at all levels can affect exhibitorsWhat show managers can do to make things easier for new exhibitorsWhy shows need to reward loyalty for both exhibitors and attendeesHow there’s a big disconnect around the topic of sustainabilityWhen and how to put AI tools to use

    35 min

  8. JAN 29

    Reimagining Trade Show Sponsorships - TSI19.1

    When you hear the word "sponsorship," what do you think of first? The welcome reception ... or tote bags ... or a gazillion banners hanging all around the convention center? Sure, that's what most shows do. But you don't want to be like most shows, right? Time to makeover the sponsorship menu with options that stand out and benefit everyone involved – attendees and exhibitors, as well as the show's bottom line. In this episode, brand activation and sponsorship strategist MK Granados from Gen City Labs explains how to: Tap into unique opportunities hiding in plain sightUse sponsorships to solve problems for attendeesShow exhibitors you care about their needs tooMake the arrival experience memorable

    31 min
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Whether you’re a seasoned exhibitor or headed to your first expo, Trade Show Insights helps you navigate the evolving landscape of exhibit marketing to maximize your impact. Host Marlys Arnold and her expert guests tackle current challenges and offer actionable advice to enhance your trade show success. This long-running series (since 2006) is the go-to resource for both show organizers and exhibitors to create memorable experiences that resonate with attendees. For over two decades, Marlys has advised thousands of exhibitors in consultations and workshops for events ranging from local consumer expos to major U.S. trade shows. She’s even written two books on the subject: Build a Better Trade Show Image and Exhibit Design That Works. She’s also the creative mastermind behind the Exhibit Marketers Café, an online hub for learning.

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  • Creator
    Marlys K. Arnold: Exhibit Marketing Consultant, Trainer & Author
  • Years Active
    2010 - 2024
  • Episodes
    156
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2006-2024 Marlys K. Arnold
  • Show Website
    Trade Show Insights

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