Setting up a Booth at a Local Sales Meeting
Setting up a Booth at a Local Sales Meeting
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I have been asked by a local manufacturer to set up a booth for my engineering firm at their annual sales meeting. I can't say that I have seen any engineering firms do such a thing. Are there any regulations against this? Obvioulsy I would not present any false advertising and would only be stating the name of the firm and the services offered. I would appreciate any input on this matter.
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RE: Setting up a Booth at a Local Sales Meeting
I see lots of engineering firms doing this.
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RE: Setting up a Booth at a Local Sales Meeting
As far as legalities go, check the wording of stuff to make sure you're not offering services in places you're not licensed.
RE: Setting up a Booth at a Local Sales Meeting
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RE: Setting up a Booth at a Local Sales Meeting
Have a nice booth or table - clean and bright
Have Good literature - and too much may not be enough.
Have many business cards handy
Dress accordingly - coat and tie maybe - depending on your audience.
Wear rubber soled shoes if you will be standing on concrete all day.
Drink lots of water
Eat a few snacks - peanuts, rasins, etc
Know your product!!
AND don't be afraid to stick your hand out and introduce yourself!!
Did it for years!!! Good Luck
RE: Setting up a Booth at a Local Sales Meeting
I see engineering consultants at these things all the time. Some do a great job of presenting themselves and the shows are worth the money. Others do a lousy job and should have stayed home.
David
David Simpson, PE
MuleShoe Engineering
www.muleshoe-eng.com
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David
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Generally, the engineering type shows tend to be pretty professional, and a "booth babe" (Dogbert's term) that wasn't familiar with the product wouldn't fit in too well.
RE: Setting up a Booth at a Local Sales Meeting
The best draw was a year or so ago when one stand (marine radar or something) had this great blond sax player come out and play every so often. Boy she was hot.
But in general, always have some give-aways. I attend enough of these things that I haven't had to buy a pen in the last 20 years.
JMW
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