Event Marketing: Redefined
Welcome to the go-to resource for event marketers. With each episode, we dive deep into the world of event marketing, bringing in industry leaders to discuss trends, strategies, and success stories. We're not just talking about creating trade show booths; we're exploring how to craft success stories that drive tangible results.
We believe trade shows and events are not just a cost of doing business but an essential sales and marketing strategy, and have the potential to propel your brand growth and significantly impact your bottom line.
We understand the industry can be complex, with challenges around under-resourced staff, budget allocation, and much more. That's why we're here—to provide guidance and expertise so you can do better, be better, and expand your career.
Join us on this journey to get results, grow your brand, and experience the revolution of event marketing!
“Event Marketing: Redefined'' is hosted by trade show and event marketing expert, Matt Kleinrock, CEO of Rockway Exhibits + Events.
Event Marketing: Redefined
EP 178 | How a 10×10 Booth Booked 116 Meetings (And Why Pre-Show Is Everything)
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The event didn’t start on the show floor.
By the time Accelevents showed up with a 10×10 booth, much of the pre-show groundwork was already in motion—accounts targeted, meetings scheduled, and conversations planned. The result? 116 meetings driven by intentional strategy, not booth size or blind hope for foot traffic.
In this live conversation, Matt is joined by Jonathan Kazarian, CEO of Accelevents, and Michael Burns, CRO, to walk through a real case study.
They’ll break down the pre-show strategy behind that outcome:
✅ Why booth size had nothing to do with meeting volume
✅ How targeted outreach and community plays drove qualified conversations
✅ What changes when sales and marketing co-own pre-show strategy
✅ How pre-booked meetings should influence booth design and on-site experience
If you want your next event to work BEFORE you arrive and not after, this episode will show you how to rethink your approach.
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Connect with Jonathan Kazarian
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jkazarian/
Connect with Michael Burns
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-burns-0208/
Connect with Matt Kleinrock
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-kleinrock-9613b22b/
Company: https://rockwayexhibits.com/
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