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Trade shows, conventions, and conferences are great platforms for businesses to showcase their brand and promote their products and services. These events offer an opportunity to interact with potential customers, partners, and stakeholders, and leave a lasting impression that can convert into sales or brand loyalty.
One of the best ways to make an impact at a trade show is to offer giveaways to attendees. These promotional items are a great way to attract attention, build engagement, and leave a positive impression on visitors. However, not all giveaways are created equal, and choosing the right ones can make a big difference in the success of your event.
In this blog post, we'll explore 15 of the best giveaways for trade shows, conventions, and conferences, and how they can help you achieve your marketing goals. We'll also suggest some products from WriteOn Promotions that can be customized and used for trade shows.
1. Customized Tote Bags
Tote bags are a popular and practical tradeshow giveaway item that can be used to carry materials, samples, or swag collected at the event. They can be customized with your brand logo or message, and are available in a variety of colors and styles. Tote bags are an eco-friendly alternative to plastic bags and can be used long after the event is over.
2. PopSockets Grips
PopSockets grips are versatile and practical promotional items that can be used on smartphones, tablets, or any device with a flat surface. They attach to the back of the device and can be popped in and out as needed. They provide a secure grip for texting, taking selfies, watching videos, or using apps, and can be customized with your brand logo, message, or design. PopGrips can be purchased in 2 types: Standard (adhesive PopGrip), and the MagSafe (magnetic) PopGrip.
3. Customized Water Bottles
Water bottles are a popular and practical trade show giveaway that can be used to stay hydrated at the conference or taken home as a useful gift. They can be customized with your brand logo or message, and are available in a variety of sizes, colors, and materials. Water bottles are an eco-friendly alternative to disposable cups and can be used long after the convention is over.
4. Customized Pens
Pens are a classic giveaway item for business conventions that can be customized with your brand logo, message, or contact information. They are affordable, lightweight, and easy to distribute. Plus, people always need a pen to take notes or sign documents, so they are likely to keep them and use them regularly.
5. PopSockets PopWallets
PopSockets PopWallets are a practical and stylish trade show giveaway idea that can be used to hold credit cards, or IDs. They attach to the back of a smartphone or case and can be repositioned or removed easily. PopSockets PopWallets can be customized with your brand logo or message and are available in a variety of colors.
6. Customized Keychains
Custom Keychains are a good product to giveaway at trade shows that can be used to help showcase your brand. Customize a keychain with your brand logo, message, or design, and pick from a variety of materials and styles. Keychains are cheap and super popular trade show product.
7. Customized Stress Balls
Stress balls are a fun and functional giveaway that can be used to relieve tension and promote relaxation. They can be customized with your brand logo or message and are available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. Stress balls can be used at the tradeshow event or taken home as a useful gift.
8. Customized USB Drives
USB drives are a practical and high-tech trade show giveaway that can be used to store and transfer data. They can be customized with your brand logo or message and are available in a variety of storage capacities, materials, and styles. USB drives are a useful item that people use every day and can serve as a constant reminder of your brand.
9. Customized Lip Balms
Lip balms are a practical and affordable trade show giveaway that can be used to protect lips from dryness and chapping. They can be customized with your brand logo or message and are available in a variety of flavors and colors. Lip balms are a useful item that people use every day, and might be a good idea to consider for your next business convention.
10. Customized Lanyards
People love Lanyards as trade show swag. They can be used to hold badges or ID cards. They also serve as a momento to keep from the convention to help remember and appreciate the event. Lanyards are a useful item that might be a good idea for your next trade show giveaway.
11. PopSockets PopWallet+
The PopWallet+ (plus) is a combination of both the standard PopGrip and PopWallet. These are a practical and stylish giveaway that can be used to hold credit cards, IDs, or cash. They attach to the back of a smartphone or case and also provide a hand grip for your phone. PopWallet+'s can be customized with your brand logo or message and are available in a variety of colors and materials.
12. Customized Sticky Notes
Sticky notes are a practical and affordable trade show giveaway that can be used to jot down notes or reminders. They can be customized with your brand logo, message, or design and are available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. These are a cheap option that will provide long lasting utility for those who get it.
13. Customized Microfiber Cloths
In recent times we've seen Microfiber cloths become a more popular trade show giveaway item. Microfiber cloths are a useful item for cleaning laptop or phone screens. So if you're appearing at a tech conference often, a custom microfiber cleaning cloth might be a good promo item to giveaway to your audience at tradeshows.
14. Customized Chargers
Customized USB-C, or Apple's Lightening charging cables are a high-tech giveaway that can be used to entice the tech crowds at your next business conference. They're useful to everybody and are considered one of the best tradeshow products to giveaway.
15. Customized Notebooks
Customized notebooks are a great giveaway item for trade shows, conferences, and other events. Attendees often need a place to take notes, jot down ideas, or sketch out concepts, and a notebook with your brand logo or message can be the perfect solution.
You can choose from spiral-bound, hardcover, or softcover notebooks, each with their own unique look and feel. You can also customize the cover with your brand logo, message, or design to make it truly your own.
As for the three PopSockets products from WriteOn Promotions that would be perfect for trade shows and conventions, we recommend:
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PopSockets PopGrips - these are perfect for business attendees to add to their smartphones and tablets to provide a secure grip and stand. They can be customized with your brand logo and are available in a variety of colors and designs.
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PopSockets PopWallets - these are great for conference attendees who want to keep their credit cards and IDs safe and secure. They attach to the back of a smartphone or case and hold 3 credit cards or 6 business cards. PopSockets wallets can be customized with your brand logo or message and are available in a variety of colors.
- PopSockets Wallet+ - these are another great option for trade show attendees who want the utility of both the phone grip AND wallet combined. They attach to the back of a smartphone or case and provide a secure pocket for credit cards and business cards. PopWallet+'s can be customized with your brand logo or message and are available in a variety of colors and materials.
In conclusion, there are a ton of promotional product ideas that are perfect for trade shows, conventions, and conferences. Tote bags, water bottles, pens, and keychains are all practical and affordable giveaways that can be customized with your brand logo or message. PopSockets grips, wallets, and phone wallets from WriteOn Promotions are also great options that can provide attendees with a secure grip, stand, or pocket for their devices and cards. Whatever promotional product you choose, make sure it is useful, memorable, and reflective of your brand identity. Contact us today and we can help you create a custom order for bulk PopSockets.
