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Since this week was a bit light on exhibit industry news, here are some other related tidbits that may interest you.
Here’s a great round-up of iPhone and iPad apps that help manage leads, events, and contacts, whether you’re on the road or in your office.
Ever wondered about how the Consumer Electronics Show got its start, or how the original McCormick Place burned down? Trade shows have a fascinating history, and Exhibit City News has compiled a series of articles that covers some highlights. <link removed due to suspected malware issue>
The International Pool, Spa & Patio Expo was recently featured on an episode of the DIY Network show, “Extra Yardage.” The DIY Network crew filmed during the 2011 Expo, looking for hot trends in backyard living, including outdoor kitchens and entertainment spaces, spas and more. This created a real buzz with attendees and exhibitors, and may lead to similar episodes at future expos, according to show producers.
If you’d like more exposure for your next trade show or event, here are a couple of resources that can help:
- Create a press release that gets attention
- Avoid the most common mistakes when talking to members of the press
About Marlys Arnold
With experiences as both an exhibitor and a show organizer, Marlys Arnold has a unique perspective on trade show exhibiting. She travels the country consulting and training both exhibitors and show managers. She's the author of Build a Better Trade Show Image, host of the Trade Show Insights blog-cast and creator of the ExhibitorEd Success System, the Exhibitor Education Manifesto, and the Exhibit Marketers Café. To request an “Extra Shot of Exhibit Success” go to www.ExhibitMarketersCafe.com.
