A Look Back at Past B2B Expos

DJ Heckes

Every year I say, “Our B2B Expo event was the best yet!”

I realize why: Looking back at past B2B expos, I see that we have consistently elevated our marketing, advertising, and networking efforts year over year to make this event truly the largest in the state — with a vision for fostering economic development by keeping business happening HERE in New Mexico. When COVID hit in early 2020, we had to quickly move our In-Person Expo Event to a Virtual Platform Event. While it was still successful with lower attendance and great deliverables, it was not the same as In Person.

Being CEO of EXHIB-IT! and founder of this B2B Expo event, I am thankful that I have a wonderful staff and dedicated PIMA Student Volunteers who were also dedicated and have servant hearts to put on this event and make it memorable for our sponsors, exhibitors, roundtable speakers, and attendees.

— DJ Heckes, host of the annual B2B Expo event

Recaps from The last three Expos

2018

Educational Roundtable Session
Educational Roundtable Session
Networking
Food
Exhibitor Hall
Self Defense Demonstration
2018 Best Local Brand Winners

2019

2019-brewery-winner-collage
2019-door-prizes-collage
2019-food-collage
2019-games-collage
2019-best-local-brand-collage
2019-exhibitor-collage

Media Coverage

News

Press Releases

Press Coverage

"I never miss the B2B Expo. DJ and her team produce a consistently high-quality, professional, delightful event. Being at the event each year has enabled me to quickly build and grow my company's presence in Albuquerque. I'm a fan :) "
JULIE FERMAN, FOUNDER / CEOSANTA FE MATCHMAKING
"The B2B Expo is one of my favorite annual events. It is a fantastic opportunity to meet new contacts and gather leads. I have attended since 2017 and every year I earn a return on investment. I highly recommend."
ROGER GALLEGOS, MARKETING MANAGERSANTA FE IMAGING
"If you're looking to make connections, get more exposure for your business, and grow your brand, this is a must-see event!"
AMANDA CASTILLO, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONSRIO RANCHO REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
"DJ put on a huge event that was wonderfully organized, well attended and full of networking opportunities. As an exhibitor she made it easy to promote and represent my brand among the movers and shakers in our community. This is THE annual event anyone would miss not to be a part of!"
BYRON ZAHM, OWNER/CONSULTANTTUTOR DOCTOR
"This was the first time we ever had the chance to connect with other businesses of New Mexico, and for that we are extremely grateful to DJ Heckes. As a small business owner it gave us the chance to share our story, and show you all our product, and what we want to bring to our beautiful state of New Mexico. Not only that, but to be able to network and meet other like minded businesses creating connections that we may not of had if we did not attend this amazing event. If you are a business in New Mexico, you will definitely want to make this event. The entire service was so accommodating that EXHIB-IT who sponsored this event did a heck of a job. We plan on being there as long as it's established from here on forward."
ZACHARY VANCUREN, OWNERMILAGRO GOAT FARM
"B2B Expo is a terrific opportunity to network with business leaders
and the community to connect."
ANA REY, STAFFING SPECIALISTSHOMAN STAFFING
"Expo 2023 was the best ever! We’ve exhibited for several years, and are finding more ROI than ever, already. The Pro Talks were packed with value, and the format was easier than ever. The variety of exhibitors is always great— especially because everyone seemed to genuinely care about empowering our local communities.
Great job, Exhib-it! And thanks for overcoming so many challenges
to give this gift to our region of NM!!"
GWENYTH LEWIS, INDEPENDENT ASSOCIATELEGALSHIELD~ID SHIELD
"The B2B Expo promised a premier networking event and it delivered! Great event and a lot of attendance."
TOM GARRITY, PRESIDENTTHE GARRITY GROUP
"The B2B EXPO brought our growing local restaurant brand in front of a wide variety of successful and innovative New Mexican companies, which is a unique and vital space for companies in our industry. We also received exceptional recognition during the event which continued resonating well after the event itself."
HOWIE KAIBEL, BRAND MANAGERM'TUCCI'S RESTAURANTS
"I LOVED last year’s B2B event. I made new connections, gained valuable knowledge that I continue to use today, and met new prospects who became clients.
We are proud to sponsor the event again this year!"
DENA CRAINMENICUCCI INSURANCE
"Exhib-it’s B2B Expo is THE networking event of the year. This is our fourth year as an exhibitor and sponsor because it’s the one event in which we participate that always results in expanding our brand AND our client base.
Each year’s event improves over the last!"
TOBY YOUNIS AND SHELLEY CARNEYVIDEOTERO, LLC
"EXHIB-IT!'s annual B2B event is a great opportunity to showcase your business to the Albuquerque networking community as well as introduce yourself to other local businesses and strengthen business relationships you've already started.
HUNDREDS attend each year. It truly is a 'don't miss' event."
STEVE REIMANN, SALES MANAGERKNKT 107.1 FM
"EXHIB-IT's Annual B2B event is probably one of my favorite and absolute MUST-ATTEND events I look forward to each year. The connections I have made at this event are truly priceless, and have catapulted my business forward."
MARALYN BECK, CHIEF DIGITAL STRATEGISTBRAVE SOCIAL
"The relationships I have developed through the strategic networking at DJ's B2B Event has been an asset for our business. There has always been fantastic energy and collaboration at every event. People, this is one event you do not want to miss!!!"
JOHN REIMANN, ACCOUNT MANAGERFASTPARK & RELAX
"The B2B Expo NM is by far the largest collective of local talented entrepreneurs under one roof, and a great event for critical business-to-business networking.
I loved it!"
SHAWNA BAKER, SOLOPRENEUR AND COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHERSHAWNA BAKER PHOTOGRAPHY
"The business to business aspect of the event is fantastic! It really gives us a chance to showcase our food and service while in a relaxed, inviting environment. We have made many connections and gained new catering clients
and restaurant customers every year."
MIIA HEBERT, CATERING AND MARKETING DIRECTORGARCIA'S KITCHEN
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