Being one of the biggest shows in the event rental industry, the 2019 ARA Show can be a handful. With over 700 exhibitors and hundreds of show specials, one can easily lose track of their main goals. Luckily, we at Allstate Tent know this and have made a guide of our own, just for you!
Attending a trade show can be an exciting and fun experience. Most attendees aren’t going simply for the fun experience though. Trade shows are a necessary part of doing business. Doing them right can yield big results for your business! Allstate Tent has put together a two-part
survival guide to help you make the most of The Rental Show 2019. Part one is a list of best tips for attending The Rental Show.
Rental Show Tips
- Research: Research the products you want to check out and have a list of questions to ask.
- Set Appointments with Exhibitors in Advance: To maximize your time and to avoid fighting a crowd to speak to the staff of an exhibitor. Call before the show to ask if you can set up a dedicated time to speak with someone who can answer all your questions and take your order. Allstate Tent will be happy to do this, so we will be waiting for you at Booth #2525!
- Have a Budget: With hundreds of show only specials, it is easy to get carried away. Don’t blow last year’s profits on the first day of the show.
- Business Cards: Have plenty of business cards. You will get hundreds of cards at The Rental Show. It helps to have some of your own to hand out.
- Dress Comfortably: The Rental Show is one of the biggest trade shows in the world.
Make sure you have comfortable shoes and clothes. - Download The Rental Show App: The ARA has an app called “ARA Show”, available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. This is a great resource to help you get the most out of the show.
- Bring Power: Be sure to bring a portable charger or power bank, because with the short life of most cell phone batteries today, one of these will be a lifesaver for long trade show days.
- Plan Ahead: Plan purchases and logistics prior to the show if possible. Part 2 of this guide will go into further detail on this topic.
- Enjoy Yourself: While this is a work event and you will surely have goals to accomplish, don’t forget to take time to enjoy yourself. Go to the evening events, explore the city, and get to know the other attendees.