Top Trade Show Marketing Services in the United States
From Las Vegas Convention Center and Chicago’s McCormick Place to Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center and New York’s Javits Center, the U.S. is the world’s stage for trade shows. The right partner can turn your booth into a pipeline—combining pre-show promotion, exhibit design, onsite activations, and post-show lead nurturing.
Clutch helps you evaluate U.S. trade show marketing agencies with verified reviews, service focus, industry expertise, and case studies you can trust. Filter by budget, location, industry, and capabilities like booth fabrication, experiential, logistics, and measurement to build a short list that fits your goals and timeline.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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See all 3 projectsDemonstrate is a dynamic public relations firm offering comprehensive PR services, including media outreach, social media support, event activations, and influencer engagement. Reviews highlight their creativity, devotion to clients, and effective project management. Notably, 100% of clients report significant media impressions and successful brand visibility, underscoring their impactful performance and dedication to client success.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Clawson, MI
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See all 1 projectsCreative Solutions Group is an event planning and management company specializing in trade shows across North America. They offer comprehensive services, including design, construction, and technology installation. Overall feedback is positive, with clients satisfied with their project management and problem-solving skills, though 100% of reviewers note occasional unforeseen costs as an area for improvement.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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See all 1 projectsRoot Marketing, Inc. is a marketing and video production agency that specializes in social media marketing and promotional video services. The company has received consistently positive feedback, with clients highlighting their professionalism, timely delivery, and effective communication. Approximately 100% of reviewers expressed satisfaction with their ability to meet project goals and exceed expectations.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Issaquah, WA
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Launched in 2016, Clearpath Marketing Group is a small print design agency based in Issaquah, Washington and Boston, Massachusetts. Their team provides Print Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sunrise, FL
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SoFlo Studio is an Event Marketing company. The Sunrise, Florida-based firm was founded in 2008. Their services include Event Marketing and Video Production.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Las Vegas, NV
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A Vegas Expression is an Event Marketing company. Established in 1999, the firm is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their services include Event Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Carlsbad, CA
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See all 8 projectsFrescoData is a company that provides email marketing campaigns and data lists for targeted marketing efforts. However, based on reviews, clients have expressed dissatisfaction with their services. Issues such as misrepresentation of data quality, inadequate delivery of promised leads, and lack of refund policies are recurring themes, with 100% of reviewers reporting negative experiences.
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Boston, MA
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Event Marketing company Jack Morton Worldwide is based in Boston, Massachusetts and Melbourne, Australia. They specialize in Event Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bourne, MA
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Established in 1986, Convention Data Services is a midsize Event Marketing and Market Research company. Their team provides Event Marketing and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Montville, NJ
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Metro Exhibits is an Event Marketing company. The team specializes in Event Marketing, and the firm is located in Montville, New Jersey and Las Vegas, Nevada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pleasant Prairie, WI
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Catalyst Exhibits is an Event Marketing company. Headquartered in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, the firm focuses on Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Durham, NC
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Neu Concepts, a STAR Company, an Event Marketing company, provide Event Marketing and Other Design. They were launched in 2011.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Middletown, DE
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Sarcon is a Middletown, Delaware-based Event Marketing company. The team offers Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Blaine, MN
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Triple20 is an Event Marketing and Event Management company. The firm is based in Blaine, Minnesota. Their team focuses on Event Marketing and Event Management.
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$50,000+Undisclosed50 - 249West Hollywood, CA
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NVE Experience Agency, an Event Marketing company, was launched in 2005. They offers Event Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Established in 2021, Town Hall Agency is an Advertising company. Based in New York, New York, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Louisville, KY
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Deckel & Moneypenny Exhibits is an Event Marketing company. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, their small team focuses on Event Marketing. The firm was founded in 1964.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Earthryse is a Columbus, Ohio-based Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Public Relations.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Strauss Marketing is a public relations firm. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, their small team offers Public Relations and Social Media Marketing. The firm was launched in 2000.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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Event Marketing company CircleExhibit is in Las Vegas, Nevada. They provide Event Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Event Marketing company Exhibits Studio LLC was established in 2023. Located in Los Angeles, California, the team focuses on Event Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Huntington Beach, CA
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FG|PG (Freddie Georges Production Group), an Event Marketing company, is headquartered in Huntington Beach, California. They offer Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2001.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Event Marketing company Sequence Events provides Event Marketing and Graphic Design. They are based in New York, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Minneapolis, MN
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Carmichael Lynch Relate is a Content Marketing company. The team is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota and New York, New York, and their services include Content Marketing and Event Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Rose Gold Collective is an Event Marketing company based in Charlotte, North Carolina and Miami, Florida. Launched in 2016, the team offers Event Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Somerville, MA
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Event Marketing company VDA is in Somerville, Massachusetts. They offer Event Marketing and Architectural Design and were launched in 1985.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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Small Event Marketing company Greenslant, is based in Miami, Florida and Boston, Massachusetts. The team provides Event Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Right On Pointe is an Event Marketing company. The team is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and their services include Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Roswell, GA
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Wits' End Productions is a Roswell, Georgia-based Event Marketing company. The team focuses on Event Marketing and Video Production.
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$250,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Chicago, IL
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Agency EA is an Event Marketing company. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Event Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Portland, OR
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Launched in 1999, Nemo Design is a midsize Portland, Oregon-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Indialantic, FL
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Events By Red Carpet is a small Indialantic, Florida-based Event Marketing company. The team provides Event Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Greenville, SC
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Your Creative People is an Event Marketing company. Their small team is located in Greenville, South Carolina and focuses on Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy. The firm was launched in 1999.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Foster City, CA
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Branding company e-CorporateGifts focuses on Branding and Event Marketing. They were launched in 1998.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brielle, NJ
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Founded in 2009, O2 Marketing Communications, Inc. Is a Packaging Design company. Located in Brielle, New Jersey, the team focuses on Packaging Design and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fort Collins, CO
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See all 1 projectsDigiCorb offers system updates and optimization services, particularly for staffing and employee management processes. The reviews consistently highlight the company's exceptional attention to detail, fair pricing, and strong communication skills. Clients appreciate DigiCorb's efficiency, integrity, and commitment to exceeding expectations, with Craig frequently mentioned for his personal dedication and expertise.
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InTandem Promotions, Inc. Is an Event Marketing company. Located in Kennesaw, Georgia, the firm specializes in Event Marketing and Packaging Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pittsburgh, PA
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Smith Brothers Advertising is a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based branding firm. Launched in 2002, the team offers Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Shrewsbury, MA
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Elevation3D, an Event Marketing company, specializes in Event Marketing and Branding. The firm is headquartered in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts and Las Vegas, Nevada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Norcross, GA
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Connect Meetings is an Event Marketing company. The midsize Norcross, Georgia-based team offers Event Marketing and Advertising. The firm was launched in 1974.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Duluth, GA
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Launched in 1979, Nth Degree, a midsize Event Marketing company, is based in Duluth, Georgia. Their services include Event Marketing.
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2020 Exhibits is an Advertising and Event Marketing company. The Houston, Texas-based team offers Advertising and Event Marketing.
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Founded in 2007, PUSH Las Vegas is an Event Marketing and Staffing company. Their team offers Event Marketing and Staffing.
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CREEL Printing is an Event Marketing and print design agency. The Las Vegas, Nevada-based agency was founded in 1953. Their team focuses on Event Marketing and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Rochester Hills, MI
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EEI Global is a branding agency and Event Marketing company. They provide Branding and Event Marketing and were founded in 1981.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Portland, OR
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Founded in 1998, Pinnacle Exhibits Creative Studio is a midsize Event Marketing company. Their team specializes in Event Marketing.
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Event Marketing company Exhibitus Inc. Is in Tucker, Georgia. Founded in 1994, the team specializes in Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Brooklyn Park, MN
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Founded in 1993, Star - Minnesota is a midsize Event Marketing company based in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Their team provides Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Alpharetta, GA
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Event Marketing and Staffing company Fusion Event Staffing was founded in 1992. The team provides Event Marketing and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Framingham, MA
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Emerald Expositions, an Event Marketing company, is headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts and San Juan Capistrano, California. Founded in 2014, the team focuses on Event Marketing.
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List of the Top 15 United States Trade Show Marketing Companies
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Las Vegas, NV
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34.2/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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34.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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36.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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36.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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33.6/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Alexandria, VA
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35.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redondo Beach, CA
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33.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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33.8/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Kansas City, MO
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30.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Manchester, NH
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31.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Red Bank, NJ
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32.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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34.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Burbank, CA
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33.7/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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33.1/40.016/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Port Saint John, FL
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32.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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32.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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29.8/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Highland Village, TX
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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.2/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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30.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Topeka, KS
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28.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews5.2/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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31.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Orange, CA
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30.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New Orleans, LA
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27.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews5.2/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ridgefield, CT
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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29.3/40.014.8/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Laguna Beach, CA
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25.3/40.015.8/20 Reviews4.6/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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United States Trade Show Marketing FAQs
- Define goals and constraints—i.e., demos booked, footprint, must-have features, and budget.
- Check show familiarity—ask for recent work at your target venues and events, including union and EAC processes.
- Evaluate capabilities across the funnel: • Pre-show – audience targeting, outbound, paid, scheduler setup • At-show – traffic drivers, staffing plans, demos, experiential • Post-show – lead scoring, CRM/MAP workflows, nurture content
- Confirm tech stack integration and experience with key regulations and compliance.
- Demand transparent pricing and compare costs with other vendors.
- Verify logistics and timelines—check for advanced warehouse deadlines, marshaling yard windows, and contingency planning.
- Review references and KPIs such as cost per lead and in-booth engagement metrics.
Shortlist 3–5 firms on Clutch, compare reviews and deliverables, then run a structured RFP with a realistic show brief.
U.S.-based agencies understand venue rules, union labor requirements, drayage/material handling, and electrical/networking standards at major convention centers like LVCC, McCormick Place, OCCC, Javits, Moscone, and the George R. Brown. That practical knowledge prevents costly missteps and delays. They also bring:
- Local vendor networks for booth builds, rentals, and I&D crews
- Time zone alignment for pre-show coordination and onsite support
- Cultural nuance and messaging that resonates with U.S. buyers
- Experience optimizing lead capture and CRM/MAP integrations for North American teams
For multi-show schedules (e.g., CES, NRF, HIMSS, RSA, IMTS), a domestic partner can warehouse, maintain, and refresh assets between shows—saving time and budget.
Budgets vary thanks to a myriad of factors such as show size, booth footprint, and services. Based on Clutch pricing data, costs range:
- Strategy, project management, and campaign orchestration: $4,000 – $15,000 per show (or monthly for multi-show programs)
- Booth design and fabrication (purchase):
- 10x10 inline: $10,000 – $30,000
- 20x20 island: $40,000 – $150,000+
- Custom experiential elements: add $10,000 – $100,000+ depending on tech and materials
- Rentals (structure, flooring, furnishings, A/V): $8,000 – $60,000+ per show depending on size and finish level
- Show services (electrical, internet, rigging, cleaning): $3,000 – $25,000+
- Material handling/shipping/logistics: $3,000 – $25,000+ (weight, distance, advance warehouse vs. direct-to-show)
- I&D labor (install/dismantle supervision and crews): $1,500 – $15,000+
- Lead capture, scanners, and software: $500 – $5,000+
- Promotional items and print: $2,000 – $20,000+
Ask for itemized estimates, including overtime rates, union labor, and drayage assumptions, to avoid surprises.
Most U.S. exhibit and event marketers are cross-industry, with deep pockets of expertise in:
- Technology and SaaS (CES, RSA, Dreamforce, Black Hat)
- Healthcare and life sciences (HIMSS, RSNA, BIO International)
- Manufacturing and industrials (IMTS, FABTECH, PACK EXPO)
- Retail and e-commerce (NRF Big Show, Shoptalk)
- Energy and aerospace (OTC Houston, Satellite)
- Food, beverage, and CPG (Natural Products Expo West/East, SIAL)
- Media and entertainment (NAB Show, VidCon)
If you’re targeting a specific circuit, prioritize agencies with case studies for your shows and buyer personas.
- One-size-fits-all “kit” proposals that ignore your goals, audience, or show rules
- No plan for measurement beyond badge scans (no MQL criteria or CRM workflows)
- Vague or unitemized estimates; reluctance to discuss drayage, rigging, or overtime risks
- Limited experience at major U.S. convention centers or no on-site supervision
- Lack of EAC approvals, insurance (COI), or safety/ADA compliance guidance
- Unrealistic traffic promises without pre-show promotion or a staffing model
- Poor timeline management that overlooks advanced warehouse dates and I&D windows
Attending and successfully managing trade show experiences aren’t small feats. Partner with a team that has the necessary experience and track record to avoid headaches.