The Ultimate Trade Show Planning Checklist

Preparing for a trade show?

Our checklist has you covered.

Doing things well in advance is a great strategy. It means you’ll be cool, calm, and collected in the run-up to your show rather than running around sorting things out the night before. Buying trade show print marketing materials early can also get you cheaper costs – great if you plan a trade show on a budget.

Take a look at our trade show exhibitor checklist…

6 Months Before:

  1. Define your goals for the trade show – generating leads, networking, or brand exposure.
  2. Set a Budget for booth space, marketing materials, travel, and accommodations.
  3. Start conceptualizing your booth design and layout. Consider branding, signage, and point-of-purchase displays.
  4. Book flights, hotels, and transportation for staff attending the event.
    Start designing and ordering trade show print marketing materials such as brochures, business cards, and banners.
  5. Set up a system for capturing and managing leads during and after the event.

3 Months Before:

  1. Finalize booth design.
  2. Order giveaways and promotional items.
  3. Reach out to potential clients and partners to schedule meetings during the event.
  4. Arrange for necessary technology and equipment at the booth, such as laptops, monitors, and internet access.

1 Month Before:

  1. Arrange for the transportation of booth materials to the event venue.
  2. Increase marketing efforts to remind potential attendees about your presence at the event.

1 Week Before:

  1. Final check on all booth materials, equipment, and signage for transport.
  2. Sit back and relax. You’re ready.

2 Weeks After:

  1. Send out a direct mail postcard to follow up with leads.

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