The Marketing Blender

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Rethinking Trade Shows for Your B2B Manufacturing Marketing Strategy Trade shows have been the cornerstone of a traditional B2B manufacturing marketing strategy, prized for their networking and deal-making potential. To optimize this, consider incorporating engaging features such as compelling video content.

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Webbiquity

MAY 1, 2018

Trade show or event marketing offers an excellent opportunity for businesses and marketers to gain valuable face-to-face time with potential clients, customers and business partners. Through social media platforms , attendees and businesses can share content and experiences from the event. Guest post by Reno Macri.

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Zoominfo

JUNE 4, 2019

When it comes to B2B marketing tactics, no strategy has stood the test of time quite like the trade show. A recent survey done by the Content Marketing Institute shows 75% of respondents believe in-person events are an effective marketing tactic. Unfortunately, trade shows are expensive and time-consuming.

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Zoominfo

APRIL 30, 2021

“Most third-party virtual event companies sell the full attendee list to all their sponsors, which means that aside from attendees maybe seeing your logo, you’re uploading cold leads that have had zero interaction with your brand or content,” says McCallion. The real difference, McCallion says, is in the speaking session s.

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Golden Spiral

AUGUST 26, 2021

Despite the 110 degree heat and a drastically reduced attendance, we walked away with four lessons worth repeating from this trade show experience. Granted, flexibility is a key lesson in trade show 101, but this year’s HIMSS required attendees to be as limber as Gumby, Mrs. Incredible, and Stretch Armstrong combined.

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PathFactory

MARCH 3, 2023

In 2022, we saw 3X ROI on the more personalized live (digital) events and as well as webinars compared to large industry trade shows. What I’ve heard from industry colleagues is that thousands of dollars earmarked for 2023 trade shows are getting cut from marketing budgets, in favor of cost-effective or guerilla initiatives.

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Zoominfo

JUNE 4, 2019

When it comes to B2B marketing tactics, no strategy has stood the test of time quite like the trade show. A recent survey done by the Content Marketing Institute shows 75% of respondents believe in-person events are an effective marketing tactic. Unfortunately, trade shows are expensive and time-consuming.

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Lead Liaison

MAY 3, 2019

When preparing to exhibit at a trade show, it’s critical that you stay organized. The success of your trade show hinges on your team’s ability to execute each part of the process properly, and on schedule. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of tasks to help you prepare for a successful trade show.

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The Point

JANUARY 24, 2017

Even in this digital age, trade shows are still a core part of many B2B marketers’ 2017 demand generation plans. Generating maximum return from that investment, however, requires careful planning, and close attention to both pre-show and post-show communications strategy.

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Sword and the Script | B2B

OCTOBER 3, 2020

The decline of B2B trade shows frees B2B marketing to experiment with more efficient channels; virtual events surface buying signals The pandemic is certainly changing marketing – but we might all do well to shift our thinking towards what might become quasi-permanent. Offices won’t be gone – but remote work won’t be exceptional.

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Lead Liaison

JULY 23, 2018

Let’s face it: generating leads at trade shows isn’t as easy as it once was. Vibrant booth displays and creative signage may catch the eye of trade show attendees, but this alone won’t result in new leads for your business. Renting a photo booth for your trade show is far easier now than it was just a few years ago.

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Zoominfo

APRIL 30, 2021

“Most third-party virtual event companies sell the full attendee list to all their sponsors, which means that aside from attendees maybe seeing your logo, you’re uploading cold leads that have had zero interaction with your brand or content,” says McCallion. The real difference, McCallion says, is in the speaking session s.

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DiscoverOrg

AUGUST 17, 2016

One of the most popular avenues to generate leads is trade shows. During the trade show are opportunities to meet with colleagues for networking opportunities. There is a downside: trade shows are expensive. The solution for this is doing your homework well before the show. Now the trade show is over.

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The Point

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

Based on responses from more than 200 BtoB marketing professionals, it provides useful insight on the types of demand gen programs and content that are trending in the marketplace. Note: in fairness, the quadrant does designate trade shows as a “high cost” channel.).

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SmartBug Media

AUGUST 27, 2020

If you’ve read part one of this two-part blog series, you’ve learned that the ability to connect with leads, acquire customers, and build your brand does not go away when trade shows and events go virtual—or are canceled altogether. These principles also apply to affiliate marketing. Make Sure You Know What You’re Paying For.

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Circle Studio

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Industry trade shows and conferences are staples in the A/E/C marketing mix, and typically represent a large line item in a firm’s marketing budget. With all the time and resources that go into trade show participation, ensuring your firm maximizes the investment is essential. Start planning far in advance.

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Sword and the Script | B2B

APRIL 18, 2020

There’s an opportunity for content marketing as audiences become fatigued with Coronavirus news and marketers reallocate live event funding One of the goals of content marketing is attracting an audience of likely buyers to your web properties and giving them a reason – and the means – to return regularly.

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SmartBug Media

AUGUST 10, 2020

Trade shows and events are important—and often powerful—customer acquisition channels for SaaS organizations. Trade shows give exhibitors (you) and attendees the opportunity to sync face-to-face, which can help build the trust and deeper connection needed to support longer, sometimes more complex sales cycles.

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MarketJoy

JULY 17, 2020

Create your hashtags about the event being cancelled, and use that to push valuable, related content to a hungry audience. Alternatively, use their insights to create relevant content. The post Lead Generation Without Conferences Or Trade shows appeared first on MarketJoy.

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markempa

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Tweet For the past seven years, trade shows have surpassed websites, email marketing and paid search to secure the top spot as B2B marketers’ biggest investment, according to the MarketingSherpa 2012 B2B Marketing Benchmark Report. I can’t help but wonder given my own trade show attendance experience. Trade Show ?

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The Point

AUGUST 18, 2014

Research has long suggested that the majority of leads generated by trade shows never receive follow-up by company representatives. A 2010 study concluded that fewer than 70 percent of exhibitors have any formalized plan or process in place for how leads are followed up after the show. Any response (e.g.

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Convince & Convert

JANUARY 28, 2016

He eventually made the switch from writing comedy to writing content after tiring of the always-on-the-road stand-up lifestyle, and founded Spark Media Solutions shortly thereafter. David’s sense of humor and advice make this week’s episode of Content Pros well worth tuning in for. The best employees to send to trade shows.

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Brandpoint

JUNE 2, 2016

The trade show marketing mania. No matter what industry you’re in, if you’re planning to go to a trade show, get ready for what is often an overwhelming sensory experience. Now picture yourself inside the booth at a trade show. Trade show marketing ideas: The good and the bad.

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Brandpoint

JUNE 2, 2016

The trade show marketing mania. No matter what industry you’re in, if you’re planning to go to a trade show, get ready for what is often an overwhelming sensory experience. Now picture yourself inside the booth at a trade show. Trade show marketing ideas: The good and the bad.

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Brandpoint

JULY 26, 2019

You just got out of a meeting with your boss who gave you the news that you were approved to attend a conference or a trade show. Whether you’ll be at a marketing conference , a sales trade show or another industry event, you want to really make the most of this situation. Picture this. Amazing news, right?

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Marketing In Real Life

MARCH 2, 2019

Yet from a review of the online exhibitor lists of most industry trade shows, many companies do not take full advantage of their exhibitor profile pages. What a shocking surprise!

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Lake One

MARCH 31, 2020

Trade shows are an important part of generating leads and filling the sales pipeline for many. In fact, a survey conducted by IDG reported that conferences and trade shows are listed as second, behind companies websites, on effective B2B lead generation tactics. Almost like hosting your own mini-trade show.

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Navigate the Channel

AUGUST 10, 2017

Even in an increasingly digitized marketing world, a well-executed trade show presence is an indispensable part of a solid marketing strategy for any B2B company. As an added bonus, it offers a convenient platform for repurposing your content and leveraging your trade show investment long after the event wraps up.

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NuSpark Consulting

MARCH 30, 2016

Heading out to trade shows and conferences are one of the best ways to generate leads. However, trade shows are costly, and measuring ROI can be complicated. So when you’re at a trade show, there are a number of tips to make you stand out and increase the capture prospects. Geofencing. The post Geofencing?

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Webbiquity

AUGUST 18, 2020

All types of events, including trade shows and industry conferences, can now be produced and attended remotely. Host virtual conferences, trade shows, job fairs, and more. HeySummit simplifies the process of producing an online summit, making it easy for your attendees to register and discover your content.

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Leadspace

MAY 26, 2020

Using high quality, engaging video content . You can opt to pre-record your content or host it live. . However, if you’re looking to have more control over how and when folks engage with the content, then hosting a live Q&A is an excellent choice. A guide outlining your event.

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Schubert B2B

MAY 20, 2019

Whether this is your first time at a trade show or you’re an expo veteran, exhibiting can be a daunting task. Fortunately, with some planning, streamlined messaging and a clear goal you can make your next trade show a success. Trade shows require A LOT of planning. Here are a few tips: Define Success.

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B2B Marketing Traction

APRIL 23, 2012

You see, what most businesses do is just show up. Trade shows are hard! To add insult to injury, everyone is too busy to follow up with the trade show leads. That’s why over 70% of trade show leads are never followed upon. If you do commit to a show, I encourage you to do it right.

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The Effective Marketer

JUNE 29, 2011

Make Your Trade Shows Count. The old fashioned trade show may not be the hottest topic coming through your inbox these days but odds are that you may still be doing quite a few events and have trade shows as part of your marketing budget. brings 12 tips for ensuring shows deliver the leads you expect.

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Schubert B2B

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

With digital marketing on the rise, many people believe that B2B trade shows will soon go the way of the typewriter, the rotary phone and, let’s take a huge jump back in time, the dinosaurs (R.I.P. In a world of mobile apps, social media, and chatbots, trade shows still remain a viable option for reaching your target audience.

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Lead Liaison

MAY 31, 2019

There’s no doubt that a trade show or live event can be a great avenue for filling your marketing pipeline with eager, qualified leads. So what can you do to ensure you leave your next trade show , the one you will pour so much time, effort and financial resources into, with a bunch of quality leads? They can be.

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markempa

MAY 11, 2010

I came across this helpful post by Mike Thimmesch on 100 Trade Show Lead Generation Ideas that's worth checking out. Go to fewer trade shows, but put more effort into booth staff preparation and promotions for each remaining show. Track leads to determine and expand in the shows with the best ROI 9.

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