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Here’s everything you ever wanted to know about the B2B Expo in one convenient place

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Overview of the B2B Expo
What’s New for 2020
Why Attend
Hotel & Travel Info
Attendee Registration
Exhibitor Resource Guide
Downloadable Resources
LIVE Social Media Stream

 

Overview of the B2B Expo

WHAT

The B2B Expo is New Mexico’s largest B2B networking event. Enjoy ProTalks educational presentations, an exhibition hall with over 100 vendors, free food, three cash bars, awards and much more.

WHERE

The 2020 B2B Expo will take place at the Embassy Suites by Hilton, just three miles north of the Albuquerque International Sunport. See the Hotel & Travel Info page for more details.

WHEN

The B2B Expo takes place on Tuesday, April 28, 2020.

The Pre-Event ProTalks educational presentations commence at 1PM, and the Main Event expo starts at 3PM.

WHY

Produced and hosted by DJ Heckes, CEO of EXHIB-IT!, the goal of the B2B Expo is simple: To create an environment of collaboration and cooperation in which local business leaders can come together to help each other succeed, profit and thrive. By networking in this way, not only do local businesses benefit, but the local economy as well.

HOW MUCH

ADVANCE TICKETS: Advance tickets can be purchased online through April 26, 2020.

EARLY BIRD PRICING: Through January 31, 2020, attendees can take advantage of discounted early bird pricing, as follows:

  • Main Event/Expo Only: $20 per person plus admin processing fee
    Includes access to B2B expo and exhibitor hall, free parking, free food.
    Starting 2/1/20, Expo Only tickets prices will increase to $35.
  • All-Access Pass: $30 per person plus admin processing fee
    Includes access to our two-hour ProTalks educational presentations, access to B2B expo and exhibitor hall, free parking, free food.
    Starting 2/1/20, All Access Pass prices will increase to $45.

AT-THE-DOOR TICKETS: Tickets can be purchased at the door on the day of the event.

  • Main Event/Expo Only – $40 per person
    Includes access to B2B expo and exhibitor hall, free parking, free food.
  • All-Access Pass* – $50 per person
    *Only available if Pre-Event seats are still available. Includes access to B2B expo and exhibitor hall, free parking, free food.
WHO ATTENDS

The B2B Expo is well attended by approximately 800 B2B professionals from Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and around the state.

See our Why Attend page for more details >

 

What’s New for 2020

  • NEW Location – The 2020 B2B Expo will be held at Embassy Suites by Hilton located at 1000 Woodward Place NE in Albuquerque
  • NEW Times – We have extended the Expo by one hour with the Pre-Event taking place between 1:00PM and 3:00PM, and the Expo from 3:00PM – 8:00PM.
  • NEW ProTalks – We’re changing our Pre-Event to a “TED” style forum. ProTalks will feature dynamic local best practice leaders speaking on hot topics that affect New Mexico businesses.

 

Downloadable Resources

For Exhibitors:

 

LIVE Social Media Stream


EXHIB-IT! will again feature a LIVE social media stream on large screens on the stage and throughout the venue, with a goal to highlight attendee-exhibitor interactions, encourage conversations during and after the expo, and also provide a unique interactive experience at the event. Join in the conversations LIVE via Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using the Hashtags:

  • #B2BExpoNM – Use the official event hashtag. It helps to brand the event and let the world in on the B2B Expo conversation.
  • #BestLocalBrandNM – Use this hashtag to talk about The People’s Choice Best Local Brand Award contest. Promote your entry or your favorite pick!
  • #BestLocalBreweryNM – Use this hashtag to talk about The People’s Choice Best Local Brand Award contest. Promote your entry or your favorite pick!
  • #Exhibit_Experts – Use this hashtag to talk directly to or share information with EXHIB-IT!
  • #B2B – Share something with the worldwide B2B community.
  • #TradeShow – See something innovative? Or do you have a great idea? Use this hashtag to get the conversation going.
  • #Networking – Make a new connection? Learn something new? Use this hashtag to share your networking successes.
Facebook:

Visit the B2B EXPO Event Listing on the EXHIB-IT! Facebook Page

  • Join in on the LIVE discussion
  • Leave a Post
  • Give Feedback
  • Share Ideas
  • Ask/Answer Questions
  • Use Hashtags: #B2BExpoNM #BestLocalBrands #Exhibit_Experts #B2B #TradeShow #Networking
Twitter:

Follow and join in on the LIVE discussion with @Exhibit_Experts or @B2BExpoNM

  • Leave a Post
  • Give Feedback
  • Share Ideas
  • Ask/Answer Questions
  • Use Hashtags: #B2BExpoNM #BestLocalBrands #Exhibit_Experts #B2B #TradeShow #Networking
Instagram:

Join in on the live video and picture sharing

  • Log on to Instagram using your mobile device
  • Follow @Exhibit_Experts
  • Take a #Selfie or picture at the Expo – Share a 15-second video
  • Tag EXHIB-IT! using @Exhibit_Experts
  • Share Ideas
  • Use Hashtags: #B2BExpoNM #BestLocalBrands #Exhibit_Experts #B2B #TradeShow #Networking
Don’t Have a Social Media Account?

Exhibitors and Attendees can use our tablet at the event and guest account to share, tweet, and post pictures. We have established a special Twitter account for guests to use during the event: @B2BExpoNM

 

2020 PREMIER DIAMOND SPONSORS
EXHIB-IT!
News Radio KKOB and Magic 99.5FM

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

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 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 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

The ability to interact with other businesses and the support of local charities makes this a very worthwhile event. We very much look forward to being a Platinum Sponsor at the upcoming 10th Annual B2B Expo.

Gregg Russell, Business Link RepresentativeMelloy Dodge

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

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

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 2020 event again this year!

Dena CrainMenicucci Insurance