Pre-Attending Checklist

By melissa steadman

  • Determine what products and services your shop needs
  • Set a realistic budget for the show
  • Review online exhibitor profiles and catalogs
  • Prioritize booth visits with a list or map
  • Secure what you need first
  • Be open to unexpected discoveries
  • Take notes immediately
  • Follow up on orders and timelines the week after you get home
  • Follow up with new industry contacts to keep the connection going