Joe Martin’s Post

We're just 10 days away from the Juneteenth Black Business Expo! Scan the QR Code or the link to register and secure your spot today! Register for the Juneteenth Black Business Expo today! https://lnkd.in/eG9RuGgN #JBBE2024 #journeycontinues #blackbusiness #blackowned #blackownedbusiness #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesssupport #smallbusinessweek 

As we approach the '3 weeks to go' mark, here's a link to a detailed list of who is exhibiting at Gatwick Business Show on October 17. There are only 3 stands left. ➡ https://lnkd.in/e9UC_Zam #sussex #businessnetworking #networking

I'll be at Black Hat, sometimes at our booth and definitely at this happy hour. I'm planning on giving a short talk at the booth about using threat intel to assess vendor control statements but maybe I'll have to switch it up and talk about black swan events. Come by and talk, my thoughts about cyber security are far more colorful than what I write on Linkedin!

If you have ever wondered what it is that we do at Elm City Events, give this great interview with Julia McDevitt, CMP a read!

🌟 Unlocking Opportunities at Trade Shows! 🌟 Trade shows are more than just events; they’re a powerhouse of opportunities! Here’s what you can expect when attending: Networking Galore: Connect with industry peers, potential partners, and customers. Building relationships can lead to future collaborations! Market Insights: Gain valuable insights into industry trends and competitor offerings. Stay ahead of the curve! Showcase Innovations: Whether you’re displaying products or services, trade shows allow you to showcase your latest innovations directly to your target audience. Lead Generation: Meet potential customers face-to-face and generate quality leads that can drive your business forward. Brand Visibility: Increase your brand’s presence in the market. A strong trade show presence can elevate your brand recognition. Feedback Opportunities: Engage with attendees to gather feedback on your products or services, helping you to refine and improve. Trade shows are an invaluable investment for growth and connection. We can’t wait for our next one! What’s your favorite aspect of attending trade shows? Share in the comments! 👇 #TradeShows #Networking #BusinessGrowth #MarketInsights #BrandVisibility

Second chance to WIN a Fortnum & Mason hamper worth over £100… So, we promised there would be TWO chances to enter the competition we are hosting at the IRRVSpring Conference and Exhibition. As an exhibitor, we are giving away not one but two Fortnum & Mason hampers worth more than £100 each and all you need to do to get involved is visit stand 9 and hand over your business card. Ok, so we know it’s not the 90’s and that some people no longer have a business card, and that’s why there’s an alternative. Simply come to the stand and scan our QR code. We will then choose a winner at random from those that have entered before the show ends on Friday 17 May. Don’t miss out, make sure to come along… after all what have you got to lose? Even if you don’t win, you get to meet our incredible team! Finally, if you would like to hear more about why we are attending the event and what you can expect from us, visit our blog post here: https://lnkd.in/egXU7g4x Terms and conditions: entries will close at 11am on Friday 17 May with the winner chosen at random. The winner will be contacted and asked to collect the hamper from stand 9 before the event closes. #IRRV #SpringConference #Exhibitors #Competition #Hamper #FortnumAndMason #FDM #FDMDocumentSolutions

The Fail Forward Project is one that is both exciting and scary. Scary because we don't talk about failure enough. Failure is taboo. We do everything we can to avoid experiencing it or talking about it. Even when it is mentioned, it's spun as this one-dimensional event that eventually led to some kind of success, and the success itself takes center stage. And yes, while failure can be, and often is, the catalyst behind many successes, we hardly sit with it long enough to do it justice. This project aims to give us the space to do just that. Come, let's unpack failure in all it's dimensions. Let's discuss the different ways we define it and myriad feelings associated with it: the fear, the disappointment, and the uncertainty. I'm excited about this project because it allows us destigmatize failure and appreciate it as a vital part of the learning process. By listening to the stories of other human beings who botched something (or thought they did), we build resilience for when we inevitably face our own failures. If you can make it, come to the inaugural Fail Forward event, listen to incredible stories, and share yours too. Your story could be just the thing someone else needs to hear to let them know they are going to be OK. I'm looking forward to attending and hope you will too.

Quick tip for exhibitors: Remember labor can vary wildly between cities! Exhibiting at RSA *And* Black Hat (or any other combination of shows in San Francisco and Vegas)? The cost difference in labor may surprise you. #RSA #RSAC #BlackHat #tradeshows #liveevents #eventprofs

Here we go! Check out page 20 of this show guide for a certain someone speaking about something incredibly important for all business owners: https://lnkd.in/gJj3viN9

Get outside your four walls. This was my goal as the leader of a brick-and-mortar business confined to a physical location.  When we take the time to step out onto the sidewalk, a whole new world opens up to us. You might be able to ✔ Meet new neighbors ✔ Interact with businesses that are different from yours ✔ Broaden your perspective on the world and your ability to make change My business has grown for 22 years by living this concept.  Try these steps you can take every day to grow: ☑ Join local business or trade associations ☑ Get involved in Chambers of Commerce other than the one that might seem obvious to you (we joined the DC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, for example) ☑ Go to trade shows – and choose some outside of your field to see what else is happening in the business world. What do you do to get outside your four walls?  #smallbusiness #alwayslearn #growyourbusiness