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Christie Smits

Management Assistant

Over 15 years in stand building.
From the first sketch to the day the show opens.

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Raised among stand drawings

Christie Smits has worked in stand building for over 15 years. She grew up in the company her parents founded in 1976 and leads it today. Over the years she has managed stand projects at trade shows across Europe, for Dutch SMEs and for multinationals.

She writes about what makes a trade show participation work: design, technology, planning and the choices that make the difference on the show floor.

A successful trade show participation in 6 steps

Once we know what you want to achieve, we start designing and fine-tuning. Before you know it, we present a 3D stand design that is bound to blow you away. Then it's full speed ahead: we build the stand and handle all communication with the exhibition organisers. The result: a resounding trade show success with a stand that pays for itself many times over.

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Written by Christie Smits

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Why live contact still matters more than ever

Discover why live contact and face-to-face meetings remain essential for building trust, stronger relationships and successful events.

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Modular vs Custom Booth Design: What’s Best?

Understanding the differences between modular vs custom booths is essential for choosing the right trade show stand. Modular booths offer flexibility and cost-efficiency for multiple events, while custom booths provide unique, brand-tailored designs for high-impact presentations. Combining both approaches can…

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Where to find the hottest spot at your trade show?

The absolute, most critical tip we can offer when participating in a trade show: choose the hotspot! But how on earth do you find it? We'd be happy to provide you with a few pointers that can often make the…

Exhibition Stand for Accelleron at the SMM Trade Show. Design and Standbuilding by Eldee Expo Experts.

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Trials and tribulations, or standing out and shine!

We'll leave the deliberation and hesitation out of it. A trade show is where you want to be. It's where you want to be a part of. In fact, it's where you want to dazzle. Other exhibitors can overshadow you,…

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Be there and stand out

Leaving any doubts aside. You want to attend an exhibition. You want to be a part of it. More importantly: you want to make an impression. Other stand holders can snow you under, can reinforce you or … they can…

Exhibition Stand for Trimble at BIM World
Eldee, Building the Best - Brand Spaces. YOUR PARTNER IN STAND CONSTRUCTION AND INTERIOR DESIGN You want to make an impression. You won’t do so by just following the crowd. You want to be different, better, smarter, more unusual or more appealing than the rest. You only get one chance to make a first impression, so it must be right and hit the target. You believe of course that we want to design your stand. It’s just logical that we will build it accurately and according to the plan. We will then raise its level from being good to fantastic. We make the stand dynamic. We make it appealing and therefore an unforgettable experience. Interior design: 3D interior design and high quality interior construction. Corporate interiors, store interiors, showrooms and homes. Exhibition booths: Do you want to rent or buy an exhibition stand? You can contact us for custom booth design and construction. Portfolio: View our Portfolio here, a selection of recent interior and stand building projects. Both custom made interiors, design stands, budget stands and modular solutions can be found here.

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Maximizing your success at Dutch exhibitions:

Are you planning to exhibit at a trade show in the Netherlands and searching for a reliable stand builder? This blog covers a lot you need for a successful Dutch trade show, from choosing the right stand to engaging your…

Comics Art trend in Exhibition Stand Design

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The Comic Art trend in Exhibition Stand Design

Exhibition stands are constantly evolving. From technological integration to sustainable solutions, companies are always looking for innovative ways to stand out. In 2024, a surprising new trend is making waves: comic-inspired exhibition stands. This style leverages bold colors, graphic elements,…

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The secret to a successful trade show participation

Who better to inspire you in the realm of successful trade show participation than those with firsthand experience? That's right, no one! And that's why we asked our own customers what they want to share with you when it comes…

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Trade Show Trends 2023

While everyone is dotting the i's for this fall, at Eldee, we're already looking ahead. Everything is set for the upcoming trade show season. Therefore, our minds are already in 2023. We must once again showcase more of ourselves for…

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Don’t forget when you’re at a trade show!

Registered for the trade show. That's done. But what now? Help! What exactly is involved, and what must absolutely not be forgotten? Eldee Expo Experts neatly summarizes everything for you.

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A good stand briefing leaves that up to you!

Yes! The decision has been made, and the ideas are on the table. But what now? With that one oh-so-important trade show on the horizon, you have the opportunity to captivate your target audience with the perfect booth.

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Behind the scenes

You submit a request to Eldee, great! But what happens with that request? Who does your question go to? And who will be working on your interior or booth? We've created an overview of the process, our departments, and (some…

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A creative twist to your interior

Is your interior in need of a significant boost, or are you just ready for something new? Then we have a great tip for you! Engage a full-service booth builder.

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Success factors and inspiration

There's a good chance that with your trade show participation, you want to collect leads: getting to know new people from your target audience and storing their information in a database. This way, you can later approach them with enticing…

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“You are as good as your last performance.”

Royal FruitMasters, with four hundred affiliated fruit growers, is the largest fruit cooperative in the Netherlands. They market Dutch quality fruit and imported fruit directly from the source to trading houses and retailers both domestically and internationally. Trade fairs are…

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Choose the stand design that fits your brand

Choose the stand design that fits your needs Bombastic or subtle, industrial or rustic, tall or low. When it comes to designing a booth, the possibilities are endless. According to designer Paul Weekers of Eldee, it's essential to keep in…

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Trends that marketers shouldn’t miss

With all the current "smart" technologies, trade show booths are also becoming smarter. Kevin van Burk, project manager at Eldee, sees developments happening in other areas as well. He has compiled a top 3 list of trends in the field…

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Sustainability is a given at Eldee

Lasting longer. Better for the environment. Considering the future. Sustainability is a broad term that is often thrown around haphazardly. It's not always easy to grasp precisely what it means. It's much simpler to define what it entails for an…

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If you love wood

Staying ahead is a must. But to continually sense trends or, even better, to create them, you must be willing to invest. The newest toy on the Eldee playground is the CNC milling machine Masterwood 21.31KS. A what? Yes, that's…