Comments on: 7 Ways Harry Potter Is Like A Trade Show Marketer

By: Mike Thimmesch

Mike Thimmesch — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 15:24:42 +0000

Thanks, Cameron. May there always be more heroes than villains on the trade show floor!

By: Cameron Toth

Cameron Toth — Sat, 04 Dec 2010 15:19:28 +0000

Great article Mike. I enjoyed it very much. Trade shows are very much a world of their own with many heroes and villains. From union labor to show organizers to antagonistic attendees navigating through the many obstacles and challenges can seem like an adventure every time.

When we meet those competitors who recommend our business when appropriate, the show organizers who go out of their way to make us happy and the union guys who make the show that much easier because of their efforts we must understand and appreciate the magic that creates!

Have a great day!
Cameron

By: Wizards Wands

Wizards Wands — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 01:24:38 +0000

The Hogwarts school motto is Draco dormiens nunquam titillandus which is Latin for “Never Tickle a Sleeping Dragon.”

By: Dale

Dale — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:06:03 +0000

Does the booth come with a crystal ball so we can spot the cash cows and stay away from the ogres?

By: Sheri Lilly

Sheri Lilly — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 18:57:50 +0000

Great points and VERY Creative! Most people just think being a trade show planner is fun and not much work. However, there is a lot of wand waving that has to happen before it magically comes together!

By: Mike Thimmesch

Mike Thimmesch — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:24:37 +0000

Thanks, Christine. Glad my post rang true with a true fan of both Harry Potter and trade shows.

By: Christine Stamm

Christine Stamm — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:08:13 +0000

Bravo! As someone whose heart beat fast in anticipation for the next Harry Potter book as well as the next big trade show — your words ring loud and true. You’ve passed your O.W.L.S. with flying colors.

By: Cathy Beckman

Cathy Beckman — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:28:05 +0000

What a great comparison! It took me back to my first years in the trade show industry, way back when. I’ve often wondered if anyone was really ‘trained’ to understand the unique world of trade shows & events, or if they’ve all just been thrown into the mix with their magical wand and told to deliver outstanding results. That said, I believe 100% that people are capable of magic ~ both live and virtual!

By: Jason Kallio

Jason Kallio — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 23:49:43 +0000

As a trade show lead generator that uses magic, I can appreciate the Harry Potter reference.

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