Bad Pitch Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2007

5) How to Work a Trade Show Tech PR War Stories People b h about trade shows all the time, myself included. But I’ve seen people panic when asked questions by the media and honesty is sadly not always top of mind. Clients should really see this article for a reminder of how things work.

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5W PR

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Trade Shows -Having a booth at a trade show is a good way to network in person and let people know about your new product or business. Charity Events -You can sponsor local charity events such as concerts or sporting events. You can organize the event yourself or be one of the sponsors.

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The Hoffman Agency

JULY 18, 2023

An exciting part of being at The Hoffman Agency is that at any level — from junior to senior — you’ll have opportunities to attend trade shows and events, from the niche to the grand scale. Trade show events can be a truly fascinating experience. To get the most out of attending, you need to prepare.

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5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

Event PR: Manages public relations for tech-related events, conferences, and trade shows to maximize exposure and engagement. Community Relations: Involves engaging with local communities, demonstrating corporate social responsibility, and building positive relationships beyond business interests.

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The Hoffman Agency

MARCH 6, 2024

Localization is key. So while, in principle, businesses are happy to localize inclusivity efforts to cater to market nuances, employees are essentially left to mobilize and fend for themselves. Funding becomes ethnocentric: With DEI departments slashed, the temptation may also be to centralize resources in one market. No narcissism.

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Flack's Revenge

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Now I was in NYC at an audio trade show and basking in all the gear. I remember there was a great hot dog place nearby, a local institution called Callahan’s. So, I switched majors, transferred schools and pursued an EE degree at B.U. – a move that cost an extra year in my studies, since I got a late start.

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Communications Conversations

APRIL 6, 2015

Two weeks ago on the Talking Points Podcast , I lauded a local company (Victory Motorcyles) and agency (space150) that recently killed it with a virtual reality execution at a trade show in Chicago. Or, what about NBA teams giving fans a chance to play one-on-one against their favorite local player at the NBA Finals?

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PR 20/20

JUNE 22, 2022

If you’re unfamiliar with HUGs, we’re communities of local HubSpot users and industry experts who regularly meet for learning and discussion opportunities. For conferences and trade shows, teams can also take advantage of the app’s business card scanner. Learn more about Cleveland’s HUG and how you can become a member here.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

See these related posts: How B2B Marketing Can Get More out of Trade Shows. Live events are always among the top B2B lead generation tactics and things that are happening is a news peg for PR, with local, national and in this case, international angles. * * *. How to Generate Media Referenceable B2B Customers with a Blog.

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PR Fuel

AUGUST 23, 2020

Here are some of the amazing events journalists can hear about from PR newswires: Press conferences Panels with industry professionals Political campaign events and stops Concerts Trade shows and conventions Art exhibits. You can also edit your newswire preferences by locality.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

Are you helping the organization seek media coverage for their events and local fundraisers? Siera is responsible for the development and execution of WebMax’s business and marketing plans, lead generation strategy, digital marketing campaigns, national trade shows, and building and maintaining the company’s social media networks.

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Beyond PR

MAY 23, 2017

Trade shows and events offer the perfect opportunity for companies to experiment. Through a partnership with local rock band White Denim and streaming service Spotify, The North Face debuted “the world’s first weather-triggered song celebrating rain.” So how do you decide whether to take a risk? About Erienne Muldoon.

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Beyond PR

APRIL 27, 2016

Trade shows can be an endless sea of opportunity, engagement, and information. When it comes to amplifying your trade show presence, an online press kit is one of the best ways to house your content riches , and a multichannel marketing strategy will provide your audience with plenty of paths to this jackpot.

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Beyond PR

MAY 8, 2018

This is why influencer marketing is so successful — and critical to growing key trade show or event metrics. Influencers can be your brand’s ticket to: Local leverage. Whether your event is in Las Vegas, New York, or anywhere in between, consider adding a local influencer to the headliners.

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Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

So, I asked a few key local leaders for up-and-coming social media or communications superstars they admire. Then, Sarah moved into a new role last year working in a media relations and influencer capacity, and we had the chance to work even more (we worked a trade show in Orlando together in the fall). Hill Center.

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PRSay

MARCH 23, 2021

Javits Convention Center was transformed from a top trade-show destination into a FEMA-operated medical facility — in just one week. Sclafani recounted how the Javits Center, home to the International Auto Show and New York Comic Con, worked with 20 different local, state and federal agencies to convert the 2.1-million-square-foot

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Sword and the Script

MAY 14, 2016

So I turned to a local repair shop to see what could be done. Content, Local Search and Leads. But that’s not how this local business gets most of its leads, according to the owner George Roberts. A cloud technology vendor told me that trade shows were the number one source of leads for his company.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

You can’t get so focused on what you’re trying to do – that you lose sight of what else is happening – ethnically, politically, locally, nationally, internationally. When the business does pop it’s head up, it usually only because it has something to say, to make an announcement or exhibit at a trade show.

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Communications Conversations

DECEMBER 17, 2014

If you’re a regular reader of this blog, you know I’m a big devotee of reading the hard copy print edition of my local newspaper, the Minneapolis Star Tribune. In fact, I know one local MSP agency that nurtures a complete “work wherever you need to, but just get your sh*t done” culture. To trade shows.

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PR Fuel

JUNE 9, 2021

Let people know if you’re involved in local events, sports teams, or other inspiration events. Community Involvement. If you have a charity or community involvement coming up, use it to portray your brand in a positive light. New Products, Promotions, and Contests. New products and services are always exciting.

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Bad Pitch Blog

JANUARY 8, 2007

But PR follows rules based on each countries local culture. 5) The Realities of Making Appointments at Trade Shows Alan Weinkrantz PR Weblog The good news about trade shows? Non-tech PR folk will also enjoy this blog for insight into smart media relations and the actual application of social media. The bad news?

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Communications Conversations

MARCH 3, 2015

A few weeks ago, the MN PRSA folks asked me to present at the local APR study session on “technology.” ” It’s always a fun thing for me to do since once upon a time I was APR certified (different story for a different day). Given all those issues are addressed, VR will become a key tool for PR folks in 2025.

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The Hoffman Agency

APRIL 8, 2019

But there are obvious downsides, primarily being unable to support markets with communications that might benefit from increased awareness, even if on an ad hoc basis (around, for instance, a key trade show). A decision to concentrate activity into one or two markets can also be driven by available budget.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

32% “industry events/trade shows/conferences,”. 31% “business or industry publications/trade media,”. 11% “local or national professional trade associations.”. The survey found respondents look for information in the following places: 44% “past experience with a vendor,”. 28% “peers/colleagues,”.

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MaccaPR

DECEMBER 19, 2016

For example, you can now pay to have your own article posted as “sponsored content” on the website of our local business magazine, Minnesota Business. Boost Content at an Upcoming Event - Print physical copies of your content and give them out to VIPs who attend an upcoming speech by the author or share them at your trade show booth.

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