Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Mayor Oscar Goodman
Las Vegas kicks off Tourism Week. Mayor Goodman addresses a large group people who work in the tourism industry at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Tuesday, May 05, 2009
National Hardware Show
This year will celebrate the National Hardware Show’s 64th year. Your industry event continues to attract professionals from around the globe that contribute to the success of the hardware; lawn, garden and outdoor living; paint & accessories; homewares; and plumbing & electrical sectors of the retail home improvement market.
With more than 2,800 exhibitors representing over 150 product categories — you’ll find it all‚— from the big brands to emerging companies to smaller manufacturers. No other face-to-face industry forum offers you this unique opportunity drive sales by sourcing new products – many unveiled for the 1st time at the Show.
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Saturday, May 02, 2009
THE PIT BOSS
Regards,
Vincent Hernandez
Publisher - Trade Show Expo
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Great weather in Las Vegas. Looking forward to the National Hardware Show!,
Regards,
Vincent Hernandez
Publisher - Trade Show Expo
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Tuesday, April 28, 2009
First blog
This is a mobile blog.
Regards,
Vincent Hernandez
Publisher - Trade Show Expo
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http://www.trade-show-expo.com
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Time for more blogging
I know it has been a while since I have blogged. Lots has happened that has caused us to rearrange our schedules and deal with issues. But we are making our way back and will be blogging a lot more. Look for a new look on our Web site at: www.trade-show-expo.com. We are redesigning our eNewsletter as well. It is time for us to make an difference in the Trade Show Industry and with your input — We will!
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Think of Mother Earth this week
I hope everyone has a great Earth Day week where ever you may be.
It seems these days that no matter where you look or what you read, you will see a message to help "Green" your trade show, personal life or working environment. I am all for a better world, cleaner water and recyclable exhibits.
I do what I can to help reduce waste but I know it is never enough. While walking my dogs on weekends I try to pick up discarded aluminum cans along the way and toss them into my growing pile inside my garage. It may be no more than a dime worth of aluminum, but I feel better for pick up cans while getting a little exercise with my two canine buddies.
I seem to be getting more e-mail about companies that are Going Green or continue Being Green and its good to read about conventions centers reducing waste.
This week I received an e-mail from Nimlok, a top display and trade show exhibit company.
"'Going green' is much more than a trend at Nimlok," said Simon Perutz, president of Nimlok. "It's our long-standing commitment to a business philosophy that is at the core of everything we have done for the last 37 years and what we will continue to do in the future."
In the US, and through its sister company near London, Nimlok, has set the pace in the exhibit industry by producing sustainable display and exhibit solutions. Reusability, use of recyclable content, reduction of harmful compounds and waste, and a system-wide approach to environmental responsibility underscore Nimlok's long-standing comprehensive commitment to green concerns, according to the press release.
In 2007, Nimlok initiated an exhibit recycling program, designed to keep old exhibits out of landfill sites. At the end of an exhibit's life, clients are invited to return it to Nimlok. Nimlok will then sort the components by content and return them to the recycle stream, at no additional cost to its clients. It is yet another facet of the total exhibiting solution that Nimlok provides.
Nimlok has also developed a "green" logo that is featured on all their green products, such as Velocity. A combination of the Nimlok logo and a symbol of the recycling stream, it makes the statement: Exhibiting Waste Reduction Since 1970. To read more about Nimlok efforts, CLICK HERE!
Recently, Sherwin-Williams unveiled a green trade show booth that displays products and environmental initiatives.
Sherwin-Williams, a leading provider of green products in the coatings industry, has taken its commitment a step further by unveiling an environmentally preferable trade show booth. The display, developed in collaboration with Opus Design, showcases the company's green products and environmental initiatives through innovative construction. Click here to read more.
From what I can tell, there are plenty of other companies doing their part to help the environment. Too many to mention in this space but send us your Green news and we'll do our best to share it with our readers.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Association membership has plenty to offer
Recently we made the decision to increase our networking capability by joining two of the industry’s top associations.
With all the trade show, meeting, destination and exhibit associations to choose from, we felt that TSEA and IAEE had plenty to offer us and would provide great opportunities to meet trade show and exhibit industry professionals. It is the members of both organizations that we want to meet and do business with. This is not to say that we are not interested in joining other associations, but the Trade Show Exhibitors Association and the International Association of Exhibitions and Events, just felt right for us right now.
My thanks go out to Stephen Schuldenfrei, president of TSEA for welcoming us into the association. I have always been interested in TSEA since attending my first TS2 during the summer of 2001 at the Long Beach Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif. I have since been to Chicago twice for TS2 and this summer we hope to make a trip to Philadelphia for the next "Total Solutions Marketing for the Exhibit and Event Professional." Registration is now open. Here is a link to a TS2 page where a PDF can be downloaded. Registration can also be completed online.
The show has been growing since National Trade Productions took over and this year should provide more education and network opportunities. Attendees can take classes to put toward his or her goal to become a Certified Manager of Exhibits (CME).
Meanwhile, IAEE offers professionals to become Certified in Exhibition Management (CEM).
Last December I attended my first Expo! Expo! The show was held at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas so I did not have to travel far. I was very impressed with this show and it was great how so many people went out of their way to make me feel welcome. I attended the first-timers luncheon and learned a lot about the show and "IA double E."
I had the opportunity to meet IAEE President Steven Hacker, CAE; Jeff Price, IAEE 2007 chairman; and Randy Bauler, CEM, IAEE 2008 chairman.
It was Jim Letchworth, CEM, with GES, who introduced me to the Southwest Chapter, which includes Las Vegas and Southern California. As the chairman, he invited me to the chapter's reception later that night and it was there where I met many IAEE members who had nothing but optimism and praise for the association. That night a new board of directors was installed and I was able to meet Yolanda Stephens who took over as the chapter chair.
I knew I wanted to join IAEM and become involved with the association. The entire show was just tremendous.
The next Expo! Expo! is December 9-11 2008 at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Fla.
I am looking forward to more networking opportunities. With membership into two quality associations, I doubt I will have any trouble finding my way around the industry. I hope to be involved in any way possible. Meanwhile, let me know what Trade Show Expo can do for you.
Friday, March 21, 2008
Cheers for EXHIBITOR08
Exhibitor 2008 was another great gathering of trade show industry professionals. It was another educational experience and one I look forward to every year. There is always plenty to see and many people to meet. And never enough time to see everything.
I’d like to say thanks to everyone who attended and made it a worthwhile experience.
Although I live in Las Vegas, it is not easy for me to spend much time at the show. What time I do have I spend it by taking photos on the show floor and talking with as many people as possible. Please visit our Trade Show Expo photo gallery and see some of the photos from the show. Look for a short video on the show in the next eNewsletter. Hopefully I will put it together soon and share it with all our readers.
I don’t know about you, but I really enjoyed the welcome reception and the chance to walk through the Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay Convention Center. It’s one of the best aquatic exhibits on the Las Vegas Strip. I found it appropriate for sushi to be served before visiting the sharks.
Exhibitor is always a great resource for the latest in products, services and trends in the trade show industry. But for those of you who missed MOD ’08, you missed a great opportunity for learning about the latest trends in modular booths. Hosted by Dan Hanover of Event Design Magazine, this event was held at the Four Seasons — just a short walk away from the Exhibitor show floor. This was the second year that Abex Exhibits and Octanorm partnered with many other sponsors to present this show. I was amazed by the latest in modular design as presented by Armen Gharabegian, founder and CEO or Ethos Design. Other speakers included Simon Burton creator of The Exhibiting Show UK, Robbie Blumenfeld of Abex and Alan Cordial of Calan Communications. All the speakers had insightful information to share.
The shrimp and crab was also great. Also, kudos to all the sponsores involved including K&S International, Rock-it Cargo, ExhibitForce.com, Dazian Rentals, Lounge22, Nuvista, Event Crowd, Entertainment Lighting Services, Interlock Structures and Convention Models & Talent. The only criticisms I have is that the show started late and there were some technical glitches with the sound system, but otherwise, I look forward to Mod ’09.
I hope you find lots of good information in this week’s newsletter. There is a bit more International news in this issue. You can also read about a new resort coming to Seattle, Wa. There are more people making news below as well.
Until next week, enjoy the Spring and have a good Easter!
Vincent Hernandez
Publisher & Editor, Trade Show Expo
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Dancing ShoBot at Expo! Expo!
Check out the Dancing ShoBot Video on YouTube from Expo! Expo! at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.
From Trade Show Expo
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Expo! Expo! My first time.
Las Vegas is the place to be if your business involves trade shows, meetings, conferences and destinations. This week Expo! Expo! is at the Mandalay Bay and it is my first time as an attendee. This is the annual meeting for the International Association of Exhibitions and Events. Or, as I have learned to call it — I-A_Double-E.
The first-timers luncheon was insightful and got me excited about the next two days. I acquired my badge, accepted my goody bag and read through the show book to see what I could expect during the next two days. Later that night I made my way to the Opening General Session and I was impressed by the presentation.
The Water Coolers kept things moving with their mixture of song, music and lyrics meant for the business savvy attendee. I got a laugh out of watching them act out a meeting planner's day, complete with invisible Blackberries.
Las Vegas Convention and Visitor's Authority President Rossi Ralenkotter provided a glimpse into the future of Las Vegas by mentioning the improvements and construction taking place in Las Vegas during the next few years. Expect more than 200,000 rooms to be added to Las Vegas by the 2010. The construction is not hard to miss and there always seems to be more room for another high-rise casino. If a lot is occupied… Las Vegas just seems to knock something old out of the way to make room for something new and huge.
The CEM class of 2007 was introduced and now I want to have an acronym after my name. It is not easy to get Certified in Exhibit Management and perhaps someday I can look into this program.
Closing out the night was a series of 60 Second Showcase presentations. With assistance from the Water Coolers, five companies presented innovative products recognized by IAEE. The ShowBot by Park's Peoples was very impressive. The use of the robot for booth presentations is a new concept and the ShowBot is capable of interacting while being entertaining. It moves smoothly on the stage and I wondered who had the controls. I was blown away by the presentation but I could not shake off the images from the film I Robot starring Will Smith.
I can't wait to hit the show floor. For photos from the show, be sure to visit Trade Show Expo and click the IAEE Photo banner on the home page.
Thursday, November 08, 2007
SEMA in Las Vegas
The Specialty Equipment Market Association, or commonly known as SEMA Show 2007, had another tremendous turnout during its Oct. 29-Nov. 1 visit to Las Vegas. Lots of cars, plenty of engines and thousands of attendees.
There was just too much too see and by the end of my second day, my feet needed a break. This is a great show for auto enthusiast and shop owners.
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