Why do we have trade shows? We have the internet, and we can find anything that we want. Get product info, specifications, sizes, and if you have any particular question, then all you have to do is email, and you get a response almost immediately, if the person at the other end is fast enough to respond.

Why would anyone want to run a trade show, and why would anyone want to visit a trade show? Well. That is because people get to see the products, touch them with their hands, test it, and use it for some time, collect samples to try them out and stuff. There are websites that would mail you free samples, but that is still not as good as visiting them and having a look at the products while getting a description from the stall attendant. And some people do go there to just walk around, collect free samples and goodies.

When you run a trade show in this way, you could give promotional products to your visitors for publicity. Promotional items are a proven, effective way to market your company, school, service or event. Gimmees.com is a website that supplies promotional products that would drive the visitors crazy. Who would want a brouchure? Give them a bag for a dollar with your name printed on it, and where ever they carry it, it is publicity for you. With thousands of items to choose from, you can manage the promotional purchasing process online and in real-time!