Trade show gear checklist

Got what you need for your next trade show or event? You can never be too prepared. Here's a list Skyline checks against when we go to shows. Oh, yes, remember that first one. Don't forget your exhibit. That happens.

Essential

__ Exhibit

__ Business cards

__ Literature and brochures

__ Product samples, if any

__ Computers, as required

__ Pens (Highlighters)

__ Lead sheets, log book or scanner


Personal

__ Good shoes

__ Aspirin/Pain relievers

__ Antibacterial water-free hand wash

__ Facial Tissues

__ Bottled Water

__ Band-Aids

__ Energy Bars/Candy

__ Breath Mints


General travel

__ Confirmation nos. (hotel, rental car, airline)

__ ID, credit cards and cash

__ Clothes and required personal items


Repair and cleanup

__ Strong tape

__ Sewing kit

__ Scissors or pocket knife (not carry-on)

__ Cloth or paper towels

__ Recommended cleaning agent for your exhibit

__ Trash bag

__ Screwdrivers or appropriate wrench (not carry-on)

__ Extra fasteners (screws, nuts, etc)

__ Extra extension cord

__ Extra light bulbs

__ Electrostatic duster with extension


Shipping

__ Shipping labels for return shipment

__ Packing tape

__ Instructions for return shipment