Trade Shows

  • SEMA 2023: Six Exhibit Experiences that Encouraged Active Participation

    Revving engines, tire smoke, meticulously restored classics, and futuristic concepts were all part of the action at the 2023 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, a trade show for the automotive aftermarket industry that brought about 2,200 exhibitors and 160,000 attendees to the Las Vegas Convention Center from Oct. 31 to Nov. 3. As other […]

  • Q&A: 10 Minutes with Kerry Lamont of Bombardier

    On the surface, the world of private aviation appears centered around convenience, innovation and luxury, but for family-owned Canadian business jet manufacturer Bombardier and its trade show experiences, it’s also about heart. Through its exhibit experiences, the brand showcases messages like its commitment to sustainability and wellness through technological developments (think: innovations in seating, air […]

  • Five ‘Attractivations’ that Stole the Show at IMEX 2023

    More than 15,000 event professionals gathered at IMEX 2023, Oct. 17-19, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, breaking attendance records and signaling that the business of events is in full-on growth mode. But how do you impress pros who do events for a living? EM was on-site to report on the exhibits […]

  • Field Report: Steal-Worthy Activation Ideas from Vision Expo West 2023

    Fusing fashion and tech, Vision Expo West 2023 welcomed eyecare professionals from all facets of the optical and vision industry at The Venetian Convention Center & Expo in Las Vegas Sept. 27-30.  Top eyewear brands from around the world consistently level up activations at VEW, adding a touch of celebration and play to a b-to-b […]

  • Reddit Pushes into International Territory with a Whimsical Booth at Germany’s OMR Festival

    “There were no velvet ropes or ‘do you have an appointment?’… It stood out because it intentionally didn’t look like a b-to-b experience. It was a clear delineation from what a lot of our competitors were doing.” -Timo Pelz, VP-Business Marketing, Reddit Reddit’s experiential strategy includes bringing b-to-c vibes to some of the world’s biggest […]