Got what you need for your next trade show or event? You can never be too prepared. Here’s a list to help you in planning a successful event:
Essential
__ Exhibit
__ Business cards
__ Literature and brochures
__ Product samples, if any
__ Computers, as required
__ Pens (Highlighters)
__ Lead sheets, log book or scanner
Personal
__ Good shoes (can make the difference between an enjoyable show experience or a horrible one, despite whether the event was a success or not)
__ Aspirin/Pain relievers
__ Antibacterial water-free hand wash (you’ll shake more hands than you probably care to)
__ Facial Tissues
__ Bottled Water
__ Band-Aids
__ Energy Bars/Candy
__ Breath Mints
General travel
__ Confirmation nos. (hotel, rental car, airline)
__ ID, credit cards and cash
__ Clothes and required personal items
Repair and cleanup (You never know when a minor-emergency might arise)
__ Strong tape
__ Sewing kit
__ Scissors or pocket knife (not carry-on)
__ Cloth or paper towels
__ Recommended cleaning agent for your exhibit
__ Trash bag
__ Screwdrivers or appropriate wrench (not carry-on)
__ Extra fasteners (screws, nuts, etc)
__ Extra extension cord
__ Extra light bulbs
__ Electrostatic duster with extension
Shipping
__ Shipping labels for return shipment
__ Packing tape
__ Instructions for return shipment
Have you come across any other items which you deem as “essential” to your trade show excursions? If so, leave a comment and educate our community.