Christy Ricketts

As Director of Marketing of North American Exhibitions at GES, Christy’s passion for live events is only equal to her dedication in educating and assisting exhibitors and show organizers. As an expert exhibitor herself, she loves sharing the countless tips and tricks she has learned along the way to help even experienced exhibitors find their way to consistently successful shows.

GES Partners with Expo Auctions to Simplify Auction Management

We are excited to announce a partnership with Expo Auctions to ease the burden of incorporating an online or onsite auction into exhibitions.

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2022 Exhibit Trends for Trade Shows

It’s time to look ahead at some of the hottest trends in exhibiting for 2022

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Pre-Show Exhibitor Checklist for Trade Show Planning

Trade shows are an incredible opportunity to grow your business. Set yourself up for total success with this pre-show exhibitor checklist to trade show planning.

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Hanging Signs With GES Has Never Been Easier

GES Hanging Sign+ packages offer a variety of options to accommodate your budget and simplify the ordering process.

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Easy Online Ordering for Exhibitors

Expresso is the online ordering system for exhibitors attending GES shows. Find out how easy ordering online can be.

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Material Handling Made Easy: All of the Benefits & None of the Hassle

Material handling, or drayage, is the unloading of your shipment, transporting it to your booth, storing and returning empty crates and cartons, and reloading shipments at the close of the show.

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Simply Electrifying! How GES Conveniently Simplifies Electrical Needs for Exhibitors

We've simplified electrical outlet ordering, from pricing to packaging to invoicing and created GES Electrical+

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What is an Order Form for Material Handling/Bill of Lading(BOL)?

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Domestic and International Shipping for Exhibitors

Choosing a carrier to ship your materials to and from a trade show is one of the most important items exhibitor needs to decide when planning.

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Five Important Steps of Outbound Shipping

Five Important Steps for Shipping After the Show. Need help understanding the move out and shipping process once a show closes? We're here for you.

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Marshalling Yard Do's and Don'ts

Top Dos and Don'ts for Arriving and Departing a Marshalling Yard

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First Time Exhibitor Checklist

Here is a lot to coordinate before you are able to exhibit on the show floor. We put this guide together in effort to make your experience seamless and easy.

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A Guide to Trade Show Shipping, Freight & Material Handling

Need a hand navigating trade show freight, shipping and material handling (drayage) information? Here is a simplified quick guide to help you plan and save money!

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