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[Originally published on February 23, 2002]
Many people have asked me in recent days about where we’re going with Tradeshow Blues. My best metaphorical answer so far has been that, “we’re venturing into some new waters on a very different kind of cruise ship.” OK, I admit I was reading Travel & Leisure at the time, but no matter, it speaks the truth.
I have thought for a long time that traditional trade journalism is treated much the way most of us approach work… which is to say, we are way too serious about it. It’s time to lighten up and view things from a slightly skewed perspective.
Now, here’s where I get SERIOUS for just a moment (and please differentiate between serious and responsible—they’re not the same.) Our approach is fun, a bit irreverent, a tad offbeat, a little lighthearted, but our goals and objectives are as responsible as the most serious-minded trade publications on the planet. We are responsible for giving YOU, our readers, sponsors and other stakeholders high value for your time, efforts, and of course, money.
We really appreciate your thoughts, comments and suggestions. Please let us know if we’re missing the boat.
As always, I look forward to hearing from you. Email me direct at: jeff@tradeshowblues.com
Wow… this is exciting… I never thought I’d see the day… but… hey, here we are.
It’s about DAMN TIME! Best way to keep tabs on the industry short of networking at EXHIBITOR SHOW.
I like this! Sign me up.
Why are we so passionate about trade shows? Does anyone have a definitive answer? I’d love to know.
-Patti
Thanks Jeff. It’s great to have a designation that really explains what we are – fans, believers, supporters, boosters, and enthusiasts of our industry. It’s easy to explain to clients, friends, colleagues, and instantly understood ;^)
Bob… there is no other Bob Thomas like you… you are truly a one-off. Your contributions to the business are vast and broad… and you appreciated for all you’ve done.
Congratulations Jeff! Your search is over. I know you have been looking for someone with nuanced intellect, quick wit, sex appeal and star power for the Blues Wall…and you’ve found that and more in my dear friend Art Veale. They don”t come any better than Art. It’s been said that “it’s always darkest right before it’s pitch black”. Well, if that is the case….here’s the light at the end of our tunnel. I’m signing up.
Christopher Clark
Manger-Business Development
Riverview Systems Group
Lighting-Sound-Projection-Staging-Systems Integration
Let's hear it for Harris!
Very nicely done… good luck and keep the fly on the pole!
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Congrats, Ben. It's been a while since we did the AYFS gig but as usual, you pulled it together and made it happen. You certainly deserve the top honors… Bus
You had me at "Back to School."
Can't wait to add TSE to my resume….no explanation of course! I 'll get calls just to know what it is!
Thanks, Bernadette… I assume you meant CTE… Certified Tradeshow Enthusiast… We'll look forward to it…
I like your program, but complicated for old guys like me to communicate
keep up the good work.
Way to go – love when the efforts pay off
Thanks… we love it, too
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