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The Essential Guide to Virtual Trade Shows for Wholesalers

Virtual trade shows offer many benefits and huge cost savings

Many wholesalers rely on trade shows as their primary sales channel. If your business is one of them, you may have wondered in early 2020 what the future held for in-person events due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Not to worry. Trade shows are here to stay, but many industry experts agree that their future is likely a virtual/hybrid model, incorporating both in-person and online components. This has led to a rapid industry shift toward virtual events, leaving B2B businesses everywhere scrambling to adapt at lightning speed.
In the online world, virtual trade shows are an attractive and powerful tool in your B2B sales and marketing arsenal. They allow you to generate qualified leads without having to leave your office and without incurring costly travel and shipping expenses. Online events also provide a lower barrier to entry, thus attracting a larger and more diverse audience. In fact, virtual events are the second biggest influencer of decision-makers when evaluating new technologies, according to Forrester Research.

Maximizing your success at virtual trade shows

There are several steps in the process of shifting your B2B sales and marketing focus to virtual trade shows.

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You need to familiarize yourself with the different types of online show formats.

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You need to decide which format is best suited for your wholesale business.

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You need to develop a strategy to make sure you get a great return on your investment.

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You need to utilize the right online tools and strategies to maximize your success at the show and ensure your booth stands out among all the rest.

The Essential Guide to Virtual Trade Shows for Wholesalers

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