Trade shows have always played an extremely effective role in gaining industry contacts, as well as client relations. A study done by the Simmons Market Research Bureau stated that over 91% of respondents ranked trade shows as “extremely useful,” when concerning product purchasing. This was higher than any other source regarding product information and purchasing, proving once again, the importance of industry trade shows.
To get involved, it is recommended the first place to look is your industry’s associations, which may provide a series of shows targeted to your specific market. Generally, these shows may be more reasonable in cost and of course, the most effective for your company. Check in with other trade publications, as well as the web, which can offer several site, such as TSNN.com, to better serve your trade show needs.
But where do you take it from here, in Chicago? There are plenty of locations to choose from—we have McCormick Place, a slew of hotel conference centers and even Navy Pier! The choices are limitless when it comes to where to market your brand within your industry; whether its automobiles or anime, Chicago has a trade show for everyone.
