Beyond the Booth Podcast

Step past the carpeted aisle and into the conversations that really move the needle. Beyond the Booth Podcast pulls back the curtain on the strategy, creativity, and hustle behind unforgettable trade show experiences, hosted by a lineup of seasoned industry experts from Skyline Exhibits. From bold booth design ideas and show-floor storytelling to lead gen wins, tech trends, and behind-the-scenes war stories, this is where smart exhibitors come to learn, laugh, and level up. If you think trade shows end at teardown, think again! This is where the real insights begin.

Beyond the Booth Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Skyline Exhibits, with 5 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Skyline Exhibits hosts Beyond the Booth Podcast, a business show with 5 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  Bonus Episode: In the Booth at EMS Live 2026

  Jun 8, 202632 minS1

  This bonus episode of the Beyond the Booth features a series of quick interviews from the Experiential Marketing Summit (EMS Live), where industry leaders share what they’re looking forward to in the second half of 2026 and what changes they’d like to see in the trade show industry. Many respondents highlight excitement for upcoming events, personal milestones, or simply finding stability after a busy period. A consistent theme across interviews is the importance of face-to-face marketing and the unique value of human connection, which participants believe cannot be replaced by technology. Several speakers emphasize challenges in workforce development, including the...

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  Episode #5

  Bonus Episode: In the Booth at EMS Live 2026

  Jun 8, 202632 minS1

  This bonus episode of the Beyond the Booth podcast features a series of quick interviews from the Experiential Marketing Summit (EMS Live), where industry leaders share what they’re looking forward to in the second half of 2026 and what changes they’d like to see in the trade show industry. Many respondents highlight excitement for upcoming events, personal milestones, or simply finding stability after a busy period. A consistent theme across interviews is the importance of face-to-face marketing and the unique value of human connection, which participants believe cannot be replaced by technology. Several speakers emphasize challenges in workforce development, including the need to attract and train younger talent and skilled labor to sustain the industry. Others call for greater collaboration, clearer pricing models, and stronger advocacy to improve transparency and long-term growth. Get more trade show information at our website skyline.com , or visit our blog at blog.skyline.com

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  Episode #4

  Trade Show Curveballs

  May 19, 202643 minS1

  This episode of Beyond the Booth takes listeners behind the scenes of the trade show industry, exploring the unpredictable challenges, problem-solving, and teamwork required to execute successful exhibits and live events. Hosted by Brian Lanning and featuring Skyline experts Duane Griffith and Sonja Stricklin, the conversation shares real-world stories from the show floor — from freight delays and missing exhibit components to last-minute fixes — while highlighting the planning, communication, and client support that keep trade shows running smoothly even when things don’t go according to plan.<br /><br />Get more trade show information at our website skyline.com, or visit our bl...

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  Episode #3

  Bonus Episode: In the Booth at EXHIBITORLIVE 2026

  Apr 10, 20266 minS1

  This bonus episode of the Beyond the Booth podcast was recorded live at #EXHIBITORLIVE 2026 in Tampa. It features quick interviews with industry professionals discussing the future of #tradeshows and experiential #marketing. <br /><br />Adam Deming emphasizes excitement around new technology and #exhibitdesign possibilities, focusing on creating engaging, brand-driven experiences that attract and energize attendees. His “wish” for the industry is simple: more people at shows, greater engagement, and stronger face-to-face interactions. <br /><br />Alec Pierson of Exploring highlights the shift beyond traditional trade shows into mobile, experiential, and offsite activations. He’s interested in how partners will leverage elements like flooring...

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  Episode #2

  Breaking the Rental Exhibit Stigma

  Mar 23, 202655 minS1

  Episode two of the Beyond the Booth podcast outlines the long-standing stigma around rental exhibits — historically seen as lower quality — but explains how modern rentals have evolved to offer high-quality, customizable solutions. Host Brian Lanning and panelists Erin Clute and Roger Johnsen also break down the trade-offs of exhibit ownership, including hidden costs, maintenance, and lack of flexibility, alongside its benefits like brand consistency and staff familiarity. They also highlight a hybrid approach — combining rental and owned elements — as the most effective strategy for balancing cost efficiency, scalability, and brand impact across trade show programs.<br /><br />Get more trade show inf...

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