After our booth setup yesterday, I decided to stroll the arena to see the type of vendors the show had to offer. I was impressed by the diversity of home products offered. Everything from a/c systems, to tiles and windows, to landscaping. I also saw "non-home" businesses. There were companies such as Vitamix and even a company who sold massaging shoe insoles. These companies were very few and most did relate to the home building or home improvent process.
The day progressed and Kristin and I met so many wonderul folks. We had nothing but positive feedback regarding our products and display.
We hadnt realized that this particular event was judged. Three marketing professionals came by to assess our booth and display. Some of the categories judged were:
- Originality/ Creativity
- Information available on product
- Product display
- Use of exibit space
Later on that evening the three judges stopped back with an award for us. Cork to Barrel placed first in show. Wow, this was unexpected as we werent even sure this event would recieve us well. We will be displayed on the Home show facebook page and our display will be used in a promotional video for next years event.
Today we recieved a distributed flyer where we were recognized with our position.
We were even posted on the Roanoke Regional Homebuilers Association Facebook page!