Trade shows have the potential to generate high margins and returns. Dr. Olentine has developed and managed one of the largest trade shows in the US and can provide strategic planning and analysis to improve your event.
Strategy Development
- Evaluate your site selection, event frequency and trade show franchise
- Assist in expanding internationally or finding new domestic partners
- Facilitate staff sessions to identify how to make your event more experiential
Revenue Growth
- Discover new revenue sources related to sponsorships, commissions and ancillary income
- Develop new pricing strategies to increase visitor attendance, the number of exhibitors and their respective footprints
- Provide guidance on the design and execution of RFP's
Operational Improvement
- Help determine which vendors compliment your event
- Review vendor contracts to ensure that revenue isn't left on the table
Vendor Support
- Perform background research on trade shows of interest
- Provide insight on your marketing program from a trade show manager's point of view
Charles Olentine is a regular contributing blogger for the Trade Show News Network. Below is a list of his past columns.
Jan 3, 2017 The Problem with Experience
Dec 17, 2016 Limiting Limitations
Nov 11, 2016 The Ultimate Telecommute
Aug 21, 2016 Badge of Success
June 25, 2016 For Better or Worse
June 10, 2016 The Problem of Linear Thinking
May 21, 2016 Suitcasing/Outboarding – Not So Subtle Thefts
May 7, 2016 Are Paradigms Worth 20 Cents?
Apr 16, 2016 Stay in Touch?
Apr 1, 2016 Legislating Morality: Georgia Governor Makes the Right Decision
Mar 20, 2016 KISS: Keep It Simple Sometimes?
Consult NC, Inc. I colentine@consult-nc.com