How to Set Your Expo Goals for 2019

Submitted by kogletree@tsnn.com on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 11:13

The new year is in full swing and it’s time for you to make your mark in the exhibition world with show-stopping stand design, excellent customer service and innovative ideas. But before you can start deciding or where or what to exhibit, you need to be clear on what you hope to achieve. By resetting your exhibition goals for 2019, you can more efficiently develop your exhibition strategy and measure its success.

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