Marie Browne
Lifelong learning is the key to success

Editor's note: Originally published in the October 2024 issue of Trade Show Executive magazine. Last month, I discussed how executive leaders can strengthen their organizations by investing in the professional development of their employees. This month, I want to turn my perspective to the value of personal and lifelong learning. The benefits professionals gain by actively pursuing learning ensure our industry continues to innovate, adapt and deliver exceptional experiences for years to come. This investment in continuous learning benefits not only individual career development but also our collective progress for several reasons. Technological advances, changing consumer preferences and global trends keep our industry on its toes. Professionals who prioritize continuous learning are better able to adapt to change because they can quickly master new concepts, techniques, and methods, allowing them to adjust their strategies and remain effective in their roles. Continuous learning also exposes professionals to diverse perspectives and innovative solutions from across the industry and beyond. This expanded knowledge…

Collaborative Learning Day: What to Expect at an Agency
Collaborative Learning Day: What to Expect at an Agency

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(Second day)The 6th Haiming North China Dental Expo continues to gain popularity. Purchase negotiations, sightseeing and learning, the excitement continues today!

The second day of development Today marks the second day of the 6th Haiming North China Dental Exhibition and Medical Seminar! The enthusiasm of exhibitors and visitors has not diminished at all, and the venue is still full of people and enthusiasm. The exhibition area and conference activity area are still very popular, and the scene is still exciting. Without further ado, let's take a look with the editor! Exponent style The exhibition focused on the exhibition of dental chairs, oral CBCT, oral implant products, orthodontic products, digital imaging equipment, digital intraoral scanners, 3D printers, laser oral treatment machines and other products. New products are constantly emerging and exciting. Hundreds of brand companies offer various products for on-site promotional group purchases, which not only provides a wealth of choices for the professional audience, but also creates an excellent opportunity for companies to showcase their products and enhance their brand awareness, thus creating an "on-site event" "Promotional Group Buying Event" is…

global trade port ningbo
Leveraging automation and machine learning to ease port

In an increasingly fragmented global supply chain, ongoing port congestion has reached a tipping point, with many major ports struggling to handle incoming and outgoing cargo. Highlight The congestion level of each port is as follows: in the first half of 2024, the average waiting time at Durban Port is 8 days; the average waiting time at Ningbo-Zhoushan Port is 6.1 days; the average waiting time at Vancouver Port is 4.28 days; the average waiting time at Los Angeles Port is 3.6 days; and the average waiting time at Chittagong Port is 3.4 days. In addition, Estimated At risk is $131 billion in trade at ports such as Singapore, Tanjung Pelepas and Port Klang, where cargo has been severely backlogged in recent months, largely because ships have been diverted around the Red Sea. See also: Riding the wave: Examining the looming threat of port congestion As congestion periods become more frequent, costly and prolonged, targeted deployment of automation can streamline…

252 - AI & VR can Revolutionize Trade Shows - with Danny
186 – Trade Show Learning for Growth – with Sue Monhait

Solid Learning Fuels Growth!! Sue Monhait is a business owner, podcast host, speaker, coach, and bestselling author who affectionately refers to a group of people as “Gifter-Baker-Crafter-Makers” – people who create beautiful and/or delicious products that they want to share with the world. Sue owns two businesses, including The Ribbon Print Company, which provides custom ribbon printing systems that produce personalized and branded products on-site, and Gift Biz Unwrapped, which offers free and paid business development and growth coaching, including her #1 weekly podcast. We discuss: Experience and learning from many years of trade shows How have you seen the show change? Biggest mistake of the show? How do you tell if a show is a success? Sue’s top tips: For Producers – Provide detailed exhibition procedures as early as possible to make it easy for exhibitors to participate. For exhibitors, plan your major shows throughout the year and book them in advance to get the best spots. Then, if…