Have you ever
participated in
a virtual trade show?
“I have not taken part in one, but I’ve
heard of them and even been invited to a few. I think they are a
good added value to our industry in that they allow folks who
normally don’t attend trade shows to gather information. However,
our business is about placing people face-to-face, facilitating
human interaction and hand-shakes. Virtual trade shows, as
efficient and valuable as they are, don’t fill up hotel rooms or
airplane seats or the restaurant on the corner.”
Fred Diniz
Managing Director
Global Events Consultants
Nanuet, N.Y.
“I signed up for one that took place
during the same time I was attending a traditional trade show. I
didn’t have time to participate, but I will definitely sign up for
others. I think it is a really great idea -- I can see what’s new
without leaving the comfort of my office.”
Angela Gennari
Director of Sales
VenueQuest
Atlanta
“We have discussed virtual and
interactive showcases and would be interested in participating in a
concept we can update very quickly. With the rising travel costs
for sales visits, we could shift some funds.”
Joe Lustenberger
Director of Marketing, North America
Euromic
Chicago