Consumer and Trade Show Core Competencies City selection Feasibility analysis and budgeting Show design Sample show costing Venue inspections and site use recommendations Contract negotiations and lease review Floor plan design, including showcases, event stages, conference rooms, pavilions, etc. Housing block contracting and management Exhibitor sales and service Booth sales Show floor management Exhibitor Service Manuals Marketing and promotion collaterals E-mail and direct mail campaigns Website promotion Complimentary trade show badge programs Points handling and related mailings Future year re-sign Award and showcase handling Insurance handling Sampling and re-sale requirements Early move-in, booth exceptions, waivers Operational logistics Facility interface and orders Show decorator interface and orders Food and beverage – hosted and food outlet coordination Electrical, plumbing, compressed air and gas Security and crowd management Audio visual, computers and cyber cafe Interpretation services MP3 and CD sales Transportation – local shuttles Recycling, composting and other green initiatives Opening Ceremonies, Welcome Receptions, special events Off site event selection for entertaining ‘In connection with’ and affiliate events CVB interface Sponsor support and implementation First aid, coat and baggage check DMC interviews, selection and interface Conference guide support Registration interface Lead retrieval Keynote identification and recommendations