ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

While some events are pay-to-play, meaning a company has to sponsor the event to secure a slot, there are plenty of conferences that are open to all in the industry. Speaking at an event offers instant credibility and a chance to build a reputation as an expert resource. Credibility. Content that has legs.

Leadership 170

Leadership Industry Conference Trade Shows 170

MaccaPR

AUGUST 10, 2020

Mission-critical trade shows have ceased. We know of B2B marketers who had planned on attending 100+ trade shows this year, but thanks to COVID-19 that was put on hold. What’s your take on virtual trade show events? A virtual event just can’t replicate that experience of dynamic human interaction.

B2B 71

B2B Interviews Crisis Trade Shows 71

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 24, 2018

The association and advocacy of unbiased industry experts is a time-honored way to build brand trust through earned media, high-quality content, or special events. This is a sign that their expertise is relatively up-to-date, and academic credentials are a plus, particularly when it comes to being quoted in media interviews.

B2B 136

B2B Brand Branding Trade Shows 136

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 14, 2016

A top priority is to steer clear of previously planned events that could conceivably steal our PR thunder. Even if the news isn’t directly relevant, we naturally avoid happenings that trigger cascading stories that could fight with our news, like the opening of the Olympic Games, Election Day, or big pop culture events.

Product Launch 120

Product Launch Trade Shows Comparison Government 120

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

Are you helping the organization seek media coverage for their events and local fundraisers? How do you stand out during and after job interviews? For instance: Are you offering to manage the organization’s or the group’s social media? What are important tips to know when searching for a career in PR? And many more!

Trade Shows 150

Trade Shows Community Social Media Resources 150

Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 21, 2022

CES 2023 will be one of the most competitive trade shows we’ve seen in our 30 years of doing business-to-business public relations. Challenge: Even with such a vast amount of space offered to exhibitors, it is possible to get locked out of exhibiting on the show floor. in person and 40.1K digitally).

Mobile 114

Mobile Technology Automotive Interviews 114

Cision

AUGUST 20, 2015

Consider who the best person is to direct questions or interview requests to about your news. If you have an event, you want to line up your press release’s distribution with the event. If it’s about an event, add a photo of last year’s event. What Geographic Markets Do I Want to Target? Timing is key.

Trade Shows 120

Trade Shows Small Business Fashion Industry 120

Business Wire

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

For PR pros, Facebook Live is a terrific way to supplement a product launch , to bring viewers to a hosted event , provide tips on how to maximize the use of your product , interview industry experts , provide market updates and more. Implementation Tip! Implementation Tip!

Facebook 181

Facebook Community Advertising Advertising 181

Remote PR Jobs

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

Now you need to make sure your client is adequately prepared for the interview. If several briefings are taking place in a condensed timeframe, such as for a trade show, these sheets might be upsized to a formal briefing book. Some spokespeople read briefing documents religiously, while others just read the top line items.

Writing 130

Writing How To Interviews Pitching 130

Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 19, 2021

Making its return to Las Vegas as an in-person (as well as digital) event, CES 2022 will undoubtedly continue to be one of the most competitive trade shows we’ve seen in our nearly 30 years of doing business-to-business public relations This fact about hyper-competition is true for both journalists and exhibitors alike.

Automotive 92

Automotive Interviews Technology Mobile 92

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Videos – particularly “how-to” or “behind-the-scenes” Podcasts – producers are constantly looking for guests and appearances are a great way to help hone interview skills. Speeches – at industry conferences, trade shows and other events which can be repurposed as articles, blog posts and white papers.

Leadership 149

Leadership Trade Shows Healthcare Education 149

5W PR

JUNE 10, 2024

BRAND PERSONAS Whether its founders, brand experts, or influential third-party partners such as stylists, trichologists and dermatologists – beauty brands today are winning by engaging these personalities to fuel storytelling – leveraging them for events, media interviews and social content.

Strategy 78

Strategy Trade Shows B2C Storytelling 78

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 17, 2021

So what do you need to do NOW to make sure the world’s largest business-to-business trade show is a PR success for your company? Look back at CES 2020: With CES 2021 being an all-virtual show, you’ll have to look back to recall how things went at CES 2020 when it was last an in-person event.

Technology 87

Technology Automotive Trade Shows Hotels 87

Beyond PR

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Events are innately social; they thrive on interaction, engagement, and community. With such a high concentration of news and innovation in one place, it’s no surprise that trade shows and other industry events generate a plethora of content. Be present on the right platform at the right time.

Social Media 40

Social Media Trade Shows How To Media 40

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

I really enjoy attending all sorts of industry trade shows and conferences all over the country and even in other parts of the world. So many of my best story ideas are sparked by what I see and experience at industry events. What story or stories are you most proud of? Know your audience. That works both ways.

Transportation 101

Transportation Meeting Newspapers Media 101

Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

Advanced vehicle technology captivated much of the attention at the recent CES 2024 (formerly known as the Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas as the event enjoyed a major resurgence with more than 135,000 attendees, more than 4,300 exhibitors and more than 2.5 million square feet of exhibit space. Don’t believe us?

Automotive 112

Automotive Technology Transportation Trade Shows 112

Flack's Revenge

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Now I was in NYC at an audio trade show and basking in all the gear. After flailing around after college, going on a European tour with my bros, and striking out on the job front for the better part of a year, I had lined up an interview with this man at an audio company in nearby New Jersey. That was 35 years ago.

Engineering 149

Engineering Trade Shows Local Interviews 149

MaccaPR

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Leading brands from Intel and AT&T to Facebook’s Meta and General Motors dropped out ahead of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world’s largest technology event in January 2022, because of the latest COVID-19 variant. There are certain things we can control at events, so focus your efforts on those elements.

Conference 62

Conference Trade Shows Brand Branding 62

5W PR

JULY 31, 2023

The 2023 North American International Toy Fair is a highly anticipated event in the toy industry. This trade show, held annually in New York City, showcases the latest trends, innovations, and upcoming releases in the toy and game industry.

Internal 78

Internal International Retail Trade Shows 78

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

Don’t forget to ask the CTA about sponsorship opportunities, speaker proposal submissions and other special events you want to be a part of during CES. CTA also offers a number of hospitality suites, exhibit suites and meeting rooms outside of the main show floor.

Mobile 75

Mobile Technology Automotive Trade Shows 75

Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

HIMSS15 is just a few short months away and organizations within the healthcare and health IT industries are in full planning mode for the annual event. We would also recommend reaching out prior to the event via LinkedIn to engage in HIMSS15 related conversations. It’s easy to hang up the towel post-event and rest on a job well done.

Healthcare 60

Healthcare Trade Shows How To Conference 60

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

I think about people like LeeAnn Rasachak and Sarah Reckard whom I met more than 10 years ago now (they were one of my first PR Rock Star interviews!). On that trip, Sarah showed initiative, yet remained calm under pressure. And, she was doing it all at her very first trade show experience.

Social Media 128

Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

Prohibition

JUNE 3, 2018

Tasked with owning the conversation, being one of the first to bring news from the show and positioning the brand as an industry leader throughout trade shows SIHH and Baselworld, the team were excited to board the plane to Switzerland!

Trade Shows 48

Trade Shows Retail Interviews Video 48

5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

This field involves a combination of media relations, content creation, event planning, and social media management to effectively communicate a company’s innovations, milestones, and values to the target audience. Capabilities can include event planning, execution, and post-event support.

Technology 78

Technology Product Launch Crisis Management Case Study 78

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

That sea of sameness is how the Cindy Klein Roche , the CMO for Cybereason, describe the competitive landscape in cybersecurity during an interview with the Marketing Smarts podcast. From white papers to the trade press, the entire community is fixated on the next exploit, hack or breach. Repurpose Your Best B2B Content.

B2B 64

B2B Creativity Film Trade Shows 64

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Gary Shapiro, president and CEO at Consumer Technology Association (CTA), which hosts the event, recently said that excitement is building, as CTA is expecting attendance to surpass 100,000 people. And it appears the 2023 version, slated for Jan. 3-8, 2023, in Las Vegas, may maintain that status. Looking at the numbers.

Automotive 129

Automotive Mobile Technology Hotels 129

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 30, 2022

After another pandemic-impacted CES in 2022 that upended plans and turned the show into a half-virtual event, the show is primed for a big in-person comeback in 2023. So, with the addition of a new exhibit hall since then, assuming the pandemic will subside, CES 2023 could be the biggest ever version of this event.

Automotive 75

Automotive Mobile Technology Resources 75

Beyond PR

APRIL 27, 2016

Trade shows can be an endless sea of opportunity, engagement, and information. Event marketers must provide a map where “x” marks the spot call-to-action to help audiences dive deeper. Before your next event sets sail into uncharted waters, plot a course for promotion using the ideas below. Social Media Straits.

Trade Shows 40

Trade Shows Marketing How To Real Estate 40

Sword and the Script

MARCH 27, 2018

How B2B Marketing Can Get More out of Trade Shows. It’s always been dirty little secret in PR (and editorial) that advertisers get better coverage in the trade publications. Last week I got a list of media registered to attend a popular trade show. Which leads me to the second problem. The alternative? Talk to Us

Media Relations 74

Media Relations Media Trade Shows Journalism 74

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 19, 2023

I’m proud of the work our team at Transport Topics has done in trade show coverage. It’s an instance of history not repeating itself, but definitely rhyming. A space to watch, for sure. What story or stories are you most proud of? First, I get the chance to speak with industry insiders.

Transportation 94

Transportation Meeting Media Newspapers 94

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 8, 2019

People are afraid, for example, and many corporate clients have policies that prohibit such interviews without a permission slip. 1) Soft interviews on your company blog. Ask your customers for interviews on your corporate blog – soft interviews. 5) Network at tradeshows and events.

B2B 77

B2B Media eBook Interviews 77

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

One event that consistently sets the stage for groundbreaking innovation, disruptive technology, and unparalleled networking opportunities is CES (formerly the Consumer Electronics Show). One of the world’s largest B2B trade shows, CES is rapidly becoming recognized as the leading show globally for automotive technologies.

Automotive 72

Automotive Mobile Technology Trade Shows 72

PR Fuel

JULY 14, 2021

Start by creating a list of events and accomplishments that have occurred in the past six months. For example, you might want to announce an upcoming trade show or conference. For example, you might want to interview a CEO, stakeholder, or project leader. Consider the next six months, too.

Writing 96

Writing How To Media Guidelines 96

Sword and the Script

MAY 22, 2018

Each month Off Scripts interviews someone with a fresh perspective on marketing – details on how to get involved are at the bottom of this post. And one more key element – the importance of live events. Event marketing , at gatherings like annual customer meetings and trade shows, was huge in the 90s.

Marketing 62

Marketing B2B Print Technology 62

Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

If the first 30 days will be discovery and planning, clearly state that so that your client is not expecting media interviews or bylined articles out of the gate. News and events. You will also want to determine if there are any upcoming events such as trade shows, speaking engagements, or media interviews.

How To 49

How To Trade Shows Meeting Product Launch 49

Konnect Agency

AUGUST 2, 2022

This can include trade, business, consumer, and regional — whether it’s for a national newspaper or reputable business magazines. Securing Interviews To Establish Credibility. Securing interviews for your client’s thought leader opens the door for invaluable exposure opportunities and meaningful relationships with the media.

Leadership 52

Leadership Strategy Interviews Trade Shows 52

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 24, 2017

For example, for all the money spent at an event, “they take four days or longer to follow up with leads obtained at events.”. Don’t miss these related posts: How B2B Marketing Can Get More out of Trade Shows. 40% say live events. Notably, live events dropped by 20% when compared to the same survey last year.

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B2B Report Marketing Survey 63