March 16, 2010
While in Las Vegas for Surfaces and the “Go all in with Pergo” event referenced by Allison in her previous post, I had a chance to stroll the show floor. Since most of my work lies specifically in the laminate flooring category, I kept my eyes peeled for the newest trends that editors and consumers alike will be talking about
February 16, 2010
What Happened in Vegas… (a.k.a. The Triumphs and Tribulations of Throwing A Successful Client Event)
We just returned from SURFACES 2010 where we executed a major event for Pergo and its retail partners. The good news is the event was a huge success! It also was a reminder that when it comes to special events, inevitably something will not go as planned. With that in mind, I thought this would be an apropos time to
January 28, 2010
Reaching New Heights at the International Builders’ Show
While my public relations career has offered quite a few breathtaking moments, last week I reached new heights! I had the opportunity to coordinate a set of truly dramatic acrobatic performances for the Trex booth during the International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Las Vegas. To illustrate how Trex is elevating the outdoor living category – literally – we hired a
January 15, 2010
First Media Event of the Year!
Last week I traveled to NYC for my first media event of the year on behalf of Electrolux and Eureka. The International Housewares Association coordinated a fantastic media preview event at the Hilton for editors who want a sneak peek of what’s to come at the Housewares show, which will be held here in Chicago this March. The preview was