I always loved the movie Mary Poppins. I wanted her bag that could seemingly hold anything and you could pull out exactly what you needed. I have created my own version of this with my Trade Show Box. I want to share why I created this and my checklist.
Why you need one:
- Trade Shows have a ton of unexpected twists. A roll of duct tape or twine can save your booth.
- You can help your neighbors. I always try to make friends with the neighboring booths at a trade show. They can watch your booth if needed or help you in return. A few zip ties or duct tape can pay amazing dividends.
- You know you have what you need, when you need it.
How to create one:
- Start with a Large Tupperware box that can be sealed. Lids mean you can stack other items on the box and keep the elements out.
- Create a checklist that can be customized for each trade show.
- Check the box against your checklist before every show. This is crucial because items will get removed or depleted and you will want to make sure you restock.
Creating Your Checklist
Each trade show is unique in what you will need to bring but there is a set of items you should bring to everyone. Download the interactive checklist I have provided below to ensure you have a well stocked Trade Show Box.