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And that’s a wrap! Multiple tents. Dozens of media suites. 90 golf carts. 3000 chairs. Too many pieces of heavy equipment to count. Added up to one fantastic #dnc2024 ! We’re proud to #showoff our team, talent and vendor partnerships that made this a successful event for Chicago and the tens of thousands who came to our city to be a part of history.
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"So just walking in the building and seeing Show Strategy’s brand next to a DNC sign, that for me is kind of a moment," founder Glenn Charles Jr. told ABC’s Alexandra Hutzler this August. With just one day to go until final pack out’s complete, we reflect on how far we’ve come, what we built, and how quickly we dismantled, cleaned and returned the United Center back to its original state. Almost like it never happened. But we will all remember forever that it did.
#DNC2024 #dncchicago #weshowoff #ShowStrategy #Chicago #ChicagoLabor #ChicagoUnions #GCJHospitality #juanandonly
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No debate—the 2024 Chicago DNC made history in many ways. Including the country’s biggest tent we built for the #BigTentParty. Measuring 60,000 square feet, the media tent nearly filled a @unitedcenter parking lot. Not even major tornado damage just weeks before the convention could prevent us from getting it rebuilt, pristine and ready to go! It was just one of the many tents and rentals we provided for the #dnc2024
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DNC photo credit: @amumashots
It's almost #debateday We reflect on the journey that brought us to this moment. Show Strategy made history, playing a pivotal role as the prime contractor for both event management and exposition services for the #dnc2024, held at the #unitedcenter and #mccormickplace Place. With a late candidate change coming just a few weeks before the 2024 Democratic National Convention, even more eyes were on the event. And us. @servicesanitation #benfordprotectiongroup @mssweetpotato
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Come see us starting today through 9/8 for the 30th anniversary of The Armory Show at New York City’s Javits Center.
Before the balloons even dropped at the DNC’s close, our team was off to New York to oversee final details and execution of this cornerstone of NYC’s cultural landscape.
We set the stage for over 200 classic and modern art galleries from around the world and are looking forward to welcoming over 40,000 attendees. And while we welcome the start of this famous art show, breakdown continues for the DNC.
#DNC2024 #dncchicago #weshowoff #ShowStrategy #Chicago #GCJHospitality #juanandonly #TheArmoryShow #ArtFair #ContemporaryArt #ArtCollectors #NYCArtScene
DNC Photo Credit: @amumashots
Teamwork makes the dream work! Proud to have been a big part of the big team that pulled off a history-making Democratic National Convention and bring business to our favorite hometown, Chicago!
"By selecting Chicago as host city, the DNC made a strong commitment to the community, demonstrated by their choice of Chicago-based general services contractor and event production firm Show Strategy as one of the prime contractors. This firm is the first Black-owned company to play a major role in any national party convention." -@crainschicago, AJ Patton, August 20
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#DNC2024 #dncchicago #weshowoff #ShowStrategy #Chicago #CrainsChicago #ChicagoBusiness #ChiBiz #ChicagoEconomy #CrainsNews #ChicagoIndustry #GCJHospitality #juanandonly
A convention of firsts! Show Strategy was the first Black-owned company ever contracted for Exposition Services with the DNC. Our deep experience producing #thearmoryshow and #expochicago well-equipped us to build the convention’s media compounds, furniture fixtures, and help prepare the United Center for the DNC’s many history-making speeches.
Photo credit: @amumashots
Mural commissioned by - @emilys_list
Creative Director - Sarah Flowers, Artists - Ian Robertson-Salt and PeQue Brown
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Every day is #LaborDay @showstrategy. For the Democratic National Convention, we proudly employed nearly 300 talented unionized workers, including carpenters and electricians, to help with the build out and tear down!
PHOTO CREDIT: @amumashots
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This week, we were able to show off our skills on a national stage at The Democratic National Convention. Our team worked countless hours to make sure this convention looked and felt amazing, and we delivered! Thank you to our entire team for their hard work and dedication to such a historic convention.
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We had an amazing first day preparing for the 2024 @demconvention at @unitedcenter ! The Show Strategy team showed their dedication to such an important project. Being apart of the DNC Key Turnover was an unforgettable experience. We are looking forward to making history!
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Juneteenth is a moment to remember and honor the trailblazers who made it possible for Black-owned businesses like Show Strategy to thrive. This holiday, we reflect on the resilience and perseverance of those who fought for the freedoms we now cherish. Show Strategy extends heartfelt wishes to you and your family for a joyful and reflective Juneteenth!
Show Strategy is proud to announce that we have been selected as the Democratic National Convention’s (DNC) event manager and exposition service provider for 2024. This exciting step for our company builds on our long history of putting on best-in-class events throughout our city. We’re honored to be the first Black-owned firm to serve as prime contractor for this scope of work, and we can’t wait to help execute a great convention in Chicago this August!
Meet the Team!
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In honor of International Woman's Month, we wanted to introduce you to Jennifer Charles, the President and CEO of GCJ Hospitality, which employs staffing and talent resources for trade shows, conventions, pop-ups, and more! We wanted you to get to know her outside of finding top-tier talent for events.
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1. In her freetime, Jennifer enjoys traveling, catching up on her favorite TV shows, and fine dining.
2.Her favorite foods consist of: tacos, and pizza, and more tacos.
3. Her dream vacation is to spend a month in Bali.
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What a great first Chicago Collective: Women’s Edition! We’ll see you all again in August 🛍️
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Harold Lee Washington was an American lawyer and politician who was the 51st Mayor of Chicago. He became the first African American to be elected as the city's mayor, and he held the position until he died in November 1987. Before his time as mayor, he also served as an Illinois state representative and in the US Congress. His legacy lives on today through the Harold Washington Cultural Center and Library in the downtown Chicago area. Let us remember the changes he made in this city today, on this Election Day as we vote for our new mayor of Chicago.
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Mark your calendar for the weekend of April 13th when the tenth edition of @expochicago is happening! The countdown begins and we're looking forward to being part of this historic art fair again!
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Another fellow South Sider Chicagoan, Chance the Rapper is a hip-hop artist, producer, and social activist. In addition to his musical talent, he also gives back to the city in numerous ways. He regularly raises money for Chicago Public Schools, and in 2017 he launched the #SaveChicago campaign, which is an anti-violence initiative. In 2022 he dropped a new single called Child of God, which is showing as an art exhibition through March 29 at the Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Art.
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Chicago Food Stop is extending its stay at the John Hancock, so take the opportunity to go check it out!
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Ida B. Wells was born in Mississippi in 1862, just 6 months before the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. She is known for her journalism highlighting issues about race and politics in the South, her abolitionist and feminist beliefs, and leading an anti-lynching crusade in the United States in the 1890s. Wells moved to Chicago in 1893, where she continued to fight for equality for African-American people. She spent the rest of her life combating prejudice and violence and continued the fight for African-American equality until her death in 1931.
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Michelle Obama is a young woman that was raised on the South Side of Chicago, and later went on to become a lawyer, writer, and eventually the first African-American First Lady of the United States. She has become a role model for women, an advocate for healthy families, higher education, and international adolescent girls' educations. More recently she joined the New York Times Bestseller List with the publication of her books 'Becoming' in 2019 and the latest 'The Light We Carry' in late 2022. She continues to stand up for what she believes in and speaks out against injustice.
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Today is the first day of Black History Month and here at Show Strategy we believe this should be celebrated every day of the year, not just during the month of February. We also believe in taking the time to shine a light on the most influential people from our city for the next 28 days. Stay tuned to see who we highlight this week!
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Preparing for the first Chicago Collective of 2023, which starts next weekend!
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Our team is beginning the planning process for The Armory Show, which is happening later this year, so here's a little flashback to the 2022 edition of the show!
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Honored to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy today.
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Starting off 2023 with a full calendar of events. Looking forward to taking you with us on the journey!
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Meet the Team!
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In addition to putting on large-scale events, we also have a team that manages all weddings and parties at The Penthouse in Hyde Park.
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Felicia Chase is our Operations Director and is one of the first faces all vendors and clients come in contact with at The Penthouse, and we wanted you to get to know her outside of her role:
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1. She enjoys all things travel and spends a considerable amount of time sharing her travel experiences and making recommendations on destinations.
2. She held the title of Citizen of the Year in her municipality for three consecutive years.
3. She believes in paying it forward. So, she supports three boards and one commission in the Chicagoland area.
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As we close out 2022, we want to wish you all a very Happy New Year and wish you the best wishes for 2023!
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The Chicago Food Stop is officially open!
Come by 875 N Michigan Avenue for some history about Chicago food, shop Chicago small businesses, and of course, take some selfies at the one-of-a-kind experiences available.
Thank you to @worldbusinesschicago for this amazing opportunity!
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Meet the Team!
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And last, but certainly not least, the man responsible for assembling this stand-out team, our boss: Glenn Charles Jr. He's the President / CEO, but we wanted you to get to know him outside the business:
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1. He enjoys writing poetry.
2. Meditation and Boxing support his calm demeanor.
3. People who know him sometimes refer to him as "Bob the Builder", having grown up learning to build and fix things from his grandfather.
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Another successful Holiday Market is in the books! We're officially done with all THE MART shows. We'll see you all again in 2023! ❄️
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Meet the Team!
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LeighAnn Aureli, you know her as our Client Support Supervisor, but we wanted you to get to know her outside of the service desk:
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1. She has dual citizenship in Ireland.
2. She was born and raised in Queens, New York.
3. She enjoys taking long road trips, especially to places like Montauk, NY, and Salem, MA.
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We are Show Strategy!
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If you're in town for Art Week in Miami don't forget to stop by Plaza at the Lyric to check out an installation from our client @claireolivergallery!
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Our team doesn't stop with just doing events. We also have several clients whom we help with pop-up designs, experiences, and booth builds within specific shows.
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We also take part in building several consumer shows, or those that are open to the public. Keep an eye on our page to see when those shows are.
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We are grateful for everything we have achieved this year, and for our families and friends.
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In addition to art fairs, we also specialize in all things tradeshow! We help our clients put on about a dozen a year, and they range from apparel, to design, and accessory shows.
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We put on some of the largest art fairs in a variety of cities across the country.
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We've been busy putting on art fairs, tradeshows, consumer shows, and activations for our clients over the last few weeks!
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Thank you to all members of our military for your service 🇺🇸
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Debbie Rosenfeld, you know her as our Client Solutions Manager, but we wanted you to get to know her outside of putting out fires on-site:
1. She is obsessed with Broadway musicals and loves any opportunity she has to go to the theater.
2. She has been the commissioner of an all-ladies fantasy football league for the last six years.
3. She can spend hours upon hours strolling through thrift stores looking for treasures.
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We’ve been working alongside @worldbusinesschicago over the last few weeks to create some cultural pop-ups along the Mag Mile. The Argentine Connection and Nordic House are now open. Come stop by and stay tuned for more coming in 2023! 🇦🇷🇳🇴
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Stop by and say goodbye to @stylemax before new things come in 2023 at @themartchicago! 🛍️
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Meet the Team!
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Glenn I Charles, you know him as our Operations Supervisor, but we wanted you to get to know him outside of booth building:
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1. He loves spending time with his 3-year-old son.
2. He enjoys watching movies, specifically the same ones over and over. Right now, the movie he's re-watching constantly is Batman: The Dark Knight Rises.
3. He loves cars and plans to join a car club.
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Meet the Team!
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Robert Scott, you know him as our Client Support Supervisor, but we wanted you to get to know him outside of solving problems:
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1. He hosts a sports podcast called Robs2Cents.
2. He loves cats and has a kitten named T'Challa.
3. He loves basketball, and his favorite player is Steph Curry.
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Thank you for coming along with us on our behind the scenes journey of @thearmoryshow!
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It’s been one week since our team finished up at the largest year of @thearmoryshow yet, and we look forward to seeing you at the next one!
(Left to right: Robert Scott, LeighAnn Aureli, Elizabeth Waters Hartney, Walter Young, Debbie Rosenfeld, Glenn Charles Jr., Glenn I Charles, and Jennifer Charles).
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Today is the last day of @thearmoryshow! Come by between 12 and 6 to be part of New York’s biggest art fair! 🖼
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Meet the Team!
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Walter Young, you know him as our Vice President, Operations, but we wanted you to get to know him outside of the event halls:
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1. He swam with whale sharks off the coast of Cancun, Mexico.
2. He lived in Germany for a stretch of time after college.
3. He sang "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" during the 7th Inning Stretch at Wrigley Field.
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It’s that time of year again! @thearmoryshow has returned to the Javits Center, and we’re looking forward to another art filled weekend! We are open today from 12:00PM - 8:00PM. Come by and experience one of New York's finest art fairs.
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Here are some highlights from everything we did during this month. August was a whirlwind!
Chicago Collective (August 7th-9th)
Backlot BBQ Bash (August 10th)
Black Women's Expo (August 12th-14th)
Stylemax (August 14th-16th)
National Bridal Market (August 28th-30th)
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Another successful National Bridal Market Chicago, a big thank you to everyone involved! 💍
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Meet the Team!
Iman D. Strong, you know her as our Vice President, Activations & Experiences, but we wanted you to get to know her outside her hospitality influence:
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1. One of her hidden talents is that she can taste something and identify each ingredient, and how it was prepared, and recreate it with 99% accuracy.
2. She is a fitness enthusiast and since 2014 she has run 22 half marathons across the country and the NYC marathon. Her dream is to run all 6 world majors.
3. At the age of 17, she got a one-way ticket to Germany and traveled throughout Europe alone for several months.
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Here are some highlights from this summer's @stylemax . See you in October the last one! 🌸
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It's that time of year again, the August Stylemax show is now open! 🛍
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #theMART #weSHOWoff #stylemax #apparel #apresski #tradeshows #apparelshows #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshowexecutive #tradeshows #merchandisemart
Today, we make the second stop on the three-city tour in our hometown: Chicago! The hours today are 10 AM to 7 PM!
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And that's a wrap on the August Show. We'll see you all again in February. Save the Date: February 5th through the 7th! 👔
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The largest menswear show in the country opened yesterday and we had a very successful first day! Members of the trade are welcome to get their badges and visit the show floor from 8 AM to 6 PM. 👔
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To all of our exhibitors, past and present, who have participated in the show over the years, and to the attendees who have come near and far to check out all things outdoor design, THANK YOU!! We had a successful last @casualmarketchicago and we couldn't have done it without you. 🌞
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Meet the Team!
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Elizabeth Waters Hartney, you know her as our Vice President, National Accounts, but we wanted you to get to know her a little bit better:
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1. She's left-handed.
2. She's allergic to all nuts.
3. She golfs with her husband and 83 year old mom every weekend, weather permitting.
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #funfactfriday #teamwork #theMART #weSHOWoff #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshows #merchandisemart
It is so important to remember today in this country's history.
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #theMART #weSHOWoff #juneteenth #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshows #merchandisemart
Today we kick off the three-city tour in our first stop: Detroit! Over the next two days you'll be able to sign up for profound seminars, hear from national speakers, experience live entertainment, and talk to small businesses in our exhibit hall. Buy your tickets and join us!
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And just like that, we've finished another NeoCon at theMART. A big thank you to the exhibitors, sponsors, show management, and the trade attendees, because without all of you this event wouldn't be possible. We hope you had a fantastic year at the show and we'll see you in 2023!
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #theMART #weSHOWoff #neocon2022 #officefurniture #interiordesign #designcommunity #commercialdesign #commercialinteriors #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshows #merchandisemart
Day 1 of NeoCon 2022 is finally here! We have a jam-packed lineup of live events, CEU programs, and of course, the exhibitor show floors. Come by over the next 3 days to be part of the biggest commercial design show in the country!
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #theMART #weSHOWoff #neocon2022 #officefurniture #interiordesign #designcommunity #commercialdesign #commercialinteriors #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshows #merchandisemart
One week until @bwenext begins, buy your tickets today!
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We start installing for NeoCon today, and the show opens next week. Come be part of the largest commercial design show this city has to offer!
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #theMART #weSHOWoff #neocon2022 #officefurniture #interiordesign #designcommunity #commercialdesign #commercialinteriors #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshows #merchandisemart
We are a showcase sponsor for the IAEE | PCMA joint education event that's happening today at the Renaissance Schaumburg. Come stop by our table where you can find out more information about us!
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #theMART #weSHOWoff #PCMA #IAEE #educationalconference #midwestchapter #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshows #merchandisemart
Pride should be celebrated every day of the year! 🏳️🌈
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #theMART #weSHOWoff #pridemonth #lgbtqia #loveislove #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshows #merchandisemart
Front cover of @crainschicago magazine? Don't mind if we do!
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #theMART #weSHOWoff #crainsbusiness #crainschicagobusiness #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshows #merchandisemart
Stopped by the @choosechicago Partner Showcase at @mccormickplace today and made some great connections with local vendors in our city! 🏙
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #weSHOWoff #choosechicago #partnershowcase #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshows #mccormickplace #conventioncenter
Thank you to all the merchandisers, artists, and designers for another one-of-a-kind show. We look forward to seeing you all again in December! 🛍
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #theMART #weSHOWoff #oneofakindchicago #springshow2022 #OOAKchicago #supportartists #supportsmallbusiness #shoplocal #apparelshows #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #chicagoevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #thisischicago #chicago #cityofchicago #tradeshowexecutive #tradeshows #merchandisemart
@ooakchicago kicks off today, so grab your shopping bags and come by to see some One of a Kind merchandise! 🛍 We are open today 10 AM to 7 PM.
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Our team finished up at Navy Pier this afternoon. A big thanks to everyone for making EXPO CHICAGO a truly memorable and successful one this year.
(Left to right: Walter Young, Elizabeth Waters Hartney, LeighAnn Aureli, Debbie Rosenfeld, Marie Straquadine, Glenn Charles Jr., Jennifer Charles, Glenn I Charles, and Robert Scott.
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From beginning to end, it’s been another successful year at EXPO CHICAGO. A big thank you to show management, the exhibitors, sponsors, and everyone else who was involved in putting on the fair this year. We look forward to seeing you at the next one!
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Welcome to the 9th annual EXPO CHICAGO! We’re back for the first time since 2019 and look forward to hosting you in a newly renovated event space. We are open today from 11:00AM to 7:00PM, come by to see some of the best contemporary and modern art the city has to offer.
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Happy Opening Day to all our Cubbie and Sox fans!
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Rolling out the red carpet for @subzeroandwolf's Grand Re-Opening after a 10-month remodel!
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It’s Women’s History Month and we want to celebrate some of our clients by recognizing all the great work they do!
Nicole Berry has been the Executive Director of The Armory Show since November of 2017. The Armory Show has been a staple in the New York Art Fair scene since 1994 and has always been a gateway to the prominent art scene in the city, hosting the world’s best galleries and linking collectors and galleries with museums and institutions. In 2021 it moved venues to the newly renovated Javits Center where it housed both domestic and international art for all to see.
The Armory Show will be taking place September 9th through 11th. We look forward to putting on another fantastic art fair!
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Some highlights from this weekend's @stylemax. We'll see you in August! 🛍
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Staying cozy at @stylemax! ⛷
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It’s Women’s History Month and we want to celebrate some of our clients by recognizing all the great work they do!
Megan Reilly is the Co-Founder and Principal of the West Edge Design Fair in California, which launched its inaugural event in October of 2013. Since then, dozens of domestic and international companies have showcased their brands to the interior design trade and homeowners alike. On top of creating this design fair, Megan has also managed high-profile events such as the Architectural Digest Home Design Show, NeoCon World’s Trade Fair portfolio, Art Chicago, and Chicago Design Show, just to name a few.
We look forward to working with Megan when West Edge Design Fair returns to LA in early 2023!
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#showstrategy #gcjmanagement #theMART #weSHOWoff #westedgedesignfair #WestEdge #wemakeevents #eventexperts #eventproduction #meetingplanners #californiaevents #eventprofessionals #eventmanagement #designfair #internationaldesign #domesticdesign
It’s good to be back at Navy Pier. We are SHOW thankful to once again be building one of the premier Art Shows in the country! @expochicago will run from April 7th through the 10th. We'll see you there!
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It’s Women’s History Month and we want to celebrate some of our clients by recognizing all the great work they do!
Merry Green has been the President/CEO of Black Women’s Expo for 29 years, it's the most extensive and distinguished exposition focusing on Black Women and their families. At BWe NEXT women can come together to collaborate, grow their brands, and celebrate during the two-day event, which happens three times a year.
We look forward to working with Merry to create another outstanding event later this year!
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#tradeshowexecutive #tradeshows #merchandisemart
Show Strategy supported some of the women that were recognized for their achievements at yesterday's 2022 PCMA GMA Awards at the Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park Hotel. Congratulations to Cherai Lewis, Roz Stuttley, Morgan Prewitt, and all the other GMC Stars.
From left to right: Michele Pondexter (Choose Chicago), A. Armand-Hazlip (Show Strategy), Cherai Lewis (Cherai Lewis Consulting), Roz Stuttley (Choose Chicago), Morgan Prewitt (Amazon Web Services (AWS).
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#tradeshowexecutive #tradeshows #merchandisemart
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