Experience Builders

Join us as we explore how leveraging strategic partnerships can be a game-changer in the trade show industry. From strategic outsourcing to building a collective, we cover it all!
 
Time Stamps
  • 00:58 - Episode Intro
  • 02:13 - Trade Show Season and NPE Event
  • 03:18 - The Value of a Collective
  • 11:13 - Real-World Examples of Successful Collaboration
  • 13:48 - Evaluating and Choosing the Right Collective of Partners
  • 21:35 - Setting Standards for Outsourcing
  • 22:02 - Strategic Partner Selection & Vendor Management
  • 25:24 - Client Communication and Transparency
  • 28:36 - Project Management Challenges
  • 30:31 - Case Study: Sammy's Island Project
  • 35:45 - The Effort Behind the Ask
  • 38:13 - Importance of Clear Expectations
  • 41:24 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Snippets From The Show
  • "A wise man once told me, anything in writing is an agreement, and agreements prevent disagreements." 
  • "What do I look for in a sender partner? I'm looking for somebody that obviously cares about their customer base to the degree that they just want to make sure they're delivering a great, successful, hassle-free experience, as much the experience as the desired outcome of whatever the deliverable is."

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What is Experience Builders?

Exhibitors and experiential design agencies just want to put on amazing events for their clients. We know that events always present challenges, but one many of us didn’t see coming was the pandemic.

We started this podcast to share processes and systems to help you bounce back and future-proof your business against storms we may face down the road. We cover topics like how to access capital and funding, why and how to outsource, why and how to build a brand, creating a strong company culture, and much more.

With more knowledge at your fingertips, you’ll be able to put on powerful events and build a strong business that can weather any storm.