University-Affiliated eLearning
for Trade Show and Corporate Event Professionals
TUESDAY, JANUARY 28
1:00pm Eastern, 12:00pm Central, 11:00am Mountain, 10:00am Pacific
90 Minute Session
Session 2105R CTSM
From Chaos to Control: Project Management Best Practices to Ensure Success
One of the 23 required sessions approved as part of CTSM, the industry's only university-affiliated certification program.
Attendance for the full session is required for those who wish to count this session towards the CTSM certification program.
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FACULTY
Deanna Krause, CTSM Diamond, Trade Show and Event Strategist,
Trade Show Warrior
With over 25 years of experience, Deanna has exhibited at over 3,000 trade shows and has helped companies of all sizes (from small businesses to the Forbes Top 100), reposition their event programs to increase leads and sales, while driving out cost. Deanna has evaluated over 1,000 small booths and provided feedback that was easily implemented to drive immediate results. She holds a bachelor's degree in marketing from ASU and is a CTSM, Diamond.
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Melanie Swanson, CTSM Diamond, CMP, Senior Events Specialist, Bruker
Melanie Swanson, CTSM Diamond, CMP, MBA, has managed events for more than 30 years and was one of the first four CTSM graduates to achieve Diamond-level status in 2011. In 2018, Melanie won an EXHIBITOR All-Star Award for an innovative solution for reconfiguring booth assets to save material handling and shipping fees and maximize booth interactions. She holds an MBA from the University of Wisconsin and volunteers with Team Rubicon, a veteran-led disaster response organization.
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1:00pm Eastern, 12:00pm Central, 11:00am Mountain, 10:00am Pacific
90 Minute Session
Session 2105R CTSM
From Chaos to Control: Project Management Best Practices to Ensure Success
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Feeling like you're juggling flaming swords while managing exhibit deadlines, vendors, and stakeholders? You're not alone! In this class, we tackle the chaotic, high-pressure world of trade show management head-on. Say goodbye to missed deadlines and scattered to-do lists. We’ll show you how to stay cool under pressure, organize the madness, and wrangle vendors like a pro. From prioritizing deadlines to keeping stakeholders engaged (without losing your mind), this class is packed with tips and tools that’ll turn you into an exhibit management pro! Walk in overwhelmed, walk out ready to conquer your next event with ease. Learning Objectives: |
| • | Uncover the key details you need to manage your exhibit effectively and keep the stress to a minimum. |
| • | Employ tools and systems that help you stay organized and on top of your game. |
| • | Juggle multiple deadlines without losing your cool. |
| • | Master the fine art of keeping everyone—from the boss to vendors—aligned, engaged, and happy (or at least content). |
| • | Build consistent quality and branding across every event. |
| • | Develop rock-solid vendor relationships. |
Attendance for the full session is required for those who wish to count this session towards the CTSM certification program.
ADD TO CART
FACULTY
Deanna Krause, CTSM Diamond, Trade Show and Event Strategist,
Trade Show Warrior
With over 25 years of experience, Deanna has exhibited at over 3,000 trade shows and has helped companies of all sizes (from small businesses to the Forbes Top 100), reposition their event programs to increase leads and sales, while driving out cost. Deanna has evaluated over 1,000 small booths and provided feedback that was easily implemented to drive immediate results. She holds a bachelor's degree in marketing from ASU and is a CTSM, Diamond.
Connect with Deanna Krause:
Melanie Swanson, CTSM Diamond, CMP, Senior Events Specialist, Bruker
Melanie Swanson, CTSM Diamond, CMP, MBA, has managed events for more than 30 years and was one of the first four CTSM graduates to achieve Diamond-level status in 2011. In 2018, Melanie won an EXHIBITOR All-Star Award for an innovative solution for reconfiguring booth assets to save material handling and shipping fees and maximize booth interactions. She holds an MBA from the University of Wisconsin and volunteers with Team Rubicon, a veteran-led disaster response organization.
Connect with Melanie Swanson:
