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In recent years, sustainability has become a focal point for businesses across all industries. As companies look to reduce their environmental impact, even events like trade shows are embracing sustainable practices. A recent tradeshow booth we developed exemplified how sustainability and innovation can go hand-in-hand, resulting in a booth that was not only eco-friendly but also cost-effective. Here’s a closer look at how we implemented sustainable solutions at the event, showcasing both the environmental and financial benefits of these choices.
1. 100% Recyclable Carpet: A Greener Step Underfoot
Traditionally, trade show flooring has been a significant source of waste. As we noted last month there are options out there when it comes to sustainable carpet options however conventional carpeting often ends up in landfills after the event, contributing to the growing issue of waste management. For our booth, we opted for 100% recyclable carpet that could be reused in future shows or repurposed by manufacturers. By choosing a sustainable alternative, we ensured that the materials used for the flooring didn’t have to go to waste, offering a greener alternative to the usual carpet disposal practices.
2. Lightweight, Reusable Matrix Frames
Display frames are a critical part of any tradeshow booth, but their typical construction from non-recyclable materials and weight can make them a less sustainable choice. Our Matrix line of frames are lightweight, flexible in set up, and reusable, because they are made from durable materials that can be easily transported and assembled without significant energy use or waste. These frames were designed to be used repeatedly, further reducing the environmental impact by avoiding the need to produce new materials for each event. In addition, the portability of these frames reduced transportation costs and emissions, providing long-term savings for future tradeshows.
3. Post-Consumer Plywood for Displays
Plywood is often used in tradeshow booths for structural purposes, but sourcing it from sustainable materials is essential. Typically, graphics that go into our Matrix frames are fabric or sintra. For this show we wanted to not only showcase the flexibility of the Matrix system using other materials, but also a sustainable one. Instead of opting for new wood, we used post-consumer plywood. This material, made from wood that has been recycled and repurposed, minimized the need for new resources. We then lazer etched our marketing messages on the wood eliminating the need for printing. After the show, rather than ending up in the dumpster, the plywood was transformed into crates to ship booth materials for future events. By giving this plywood a second life, we were able to close the loop on waste and create reusable shipping materials that will continue to serve their purpose long after the event.
4. Digital Signage: Moving Beyond Paper Printing
Another area where we made a notable impact was in the use of signage. Traditional printed signage often becomes waste at the end of the event, adding to the pile of non-recyclable materials. Instead of using sintra or fabric, we incorporated digital signage. This technology allowed us to display dynamic, engaging content without any waste. Not only did this solution minimize the carbon footprint of producing and discarding printed materials, but it also offered a more versatile, flexible and cost-effective solution for communicating messages to attendees.
5. Renting vs Owning: A More Sustainable and Cost-Effective Choice
A typical tradeshow booth requires a significant amount of audiovisual (AV) equipment, such as screens, projectors, and microphones. However, purchasing this technology can lead to both high upfront costs and unnecessary waste when the equipment is no longer needed. We chose to rent AV and furniture instead of buying it outright. While cost of rentals can sometimes be high, as a dedicated partner in your business, this can be minimized with the right planning which is a specialty of LVE. This decision reduced our carbon footprint, as rented items are reused across multiple events, while also cutting down on the cost of purchasing and maintaining equipment that would only be used for a limited time.
One of the most striking outcomes of this sustainable approach was the minimal increase in overall costs. While there were slight upfront costs for selecting more eco-friendly materials and renting AV equipment, these expenses were offset by the long-term savings. Reusable materials, digital signage, and rentals will continue to serve multiple purposes across future events, making this approach a sound financial decision. Additionally, by reducing waste and improving efficiency, we contributed to the larger movement toward corporate social responsibility without sacrificing budget.
This approach to sustainable booth design is just one example of how event organizers and exhibitors can create a positive environmental impact. From reducing waste to supporting the reuse of materials, every step counts in making trade shows more sustainable. Companies can enhance their brand reputation by demonstrating a commitment to the environment, all while reducing costs and improving efficiencies.
As the events industry continues to evolve, more and more businesses are likely to follow suit by adopting greener, more sustainable practices. By rethinking traditional booth design and incorporating innovative technologies and materials, we can help your business at tradeshows and events minimize the environmental footprint and pave the way for a more sustainable future.
Tradeshows and events have struggled with implementing sustainable strategies. The team at LVE along with our trusted partners are committed to creating a more sustainable future for our industry. One of the main areas of focus for LVE and our clients is carpet. Our partner, Brumark is the first flooring company to provide a comprehensive recycling and recovery program in the industry. This initiative aims to divert flooring materials from landfills and reduce carbon emissions.
Through an exclusive deal that Brumark has contracted with a global energy company allows us and our clients to convert carpet, andvarious other hard to recycle products into alternative fuels. This approach not only keeps these materials out of landfills but also reduces our dependence on fossil fuels. These plants operate similarly to coal-burning power plants, where lime is injected into the furnace to scrub gases of any pollution before releasing them into the atmosphere. The retained heat is used as energy to fuel the plants themselves.
The padding under carpet is not being processed like carpet however, because it is more valuable as 100% recyclable material. Brumark has also established recycling programs where padding will be recycled and turned into the same type of padding again.
Our sustainability partnership program with Brumark will roll out in several options of service. The first option is shipping materials from our various locations as well as tradeshows where there are full truck loads ready for processing. The second option of service involves working with Brumark’s collection facilities in Las Vegas, NV, and Dalton, GA, where we can ship smaller quantities of materials. This will ensure that clients can still participate in the program and sustainably dispose of their flooring after an event even when they cannot fill an entire truck(s). The other option in this partnership is building a strong, sustainable network for on-site pick-up at tradeshows and events with a broader material range to be collected for recycling and recovery.
For every truckload of material, we convert into alternative fuels, we save 16,000 lbs. of coal. Our goal over the next 3 years is to deliver or pick up all carpet and padding from our tradeshows and events no matter where they happen in the country or the size of the show. We are setting our sights high and are committed to making this a reality. We are committed to rethinking how we operate in the industry to reduce our carbon footprint by reusing, recycling, and recovery. LVE, along with Brumark, are focused on making sustainability a focal point in our industry that is easy to use, transparent, and valuable to our clients and partners so that we all do our part as stewards of both the industry and the environment.
Las Vegas, NV. (May 4, 2023)
LVE Named Nevada Family-Owned Small Business of the Year
The Nevada Small Business Administration presented LVE with the 2023 Nevada Family-Owned Small Business of the Year award at their annual luncheon at the Westgate Hotel in Las Vegas, NV.
Nicholas Cordaro, president of LVE, accepted the award on behalf of his sister, Jennifer, and their father Robert. Together, they lead an exposition company with 96 full-time employees and 145,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space in Las Vegas. In addition to the company’s Las Vegas headquarters, LVE has offices in Nashville, New Jersey, and Orlando.
Started nearly 30 years ago as Las Vegas Expo, Robert instilled core values of integrity, hard work, loyalty and passion in the family business and those principles continue to guide the organization’s culture today. Those principals served the company well as LVE pivoted in the face of Covid-19 along with the rest of the business community.
“On behalf of my family and our amazing staff, I want to say thank you for this very meaningful award. Beyond staff and client loyalty, we are indebted to the SBA and local and national government officials who helped companies like ours navigate a nearly impossible situation brought on by the pandemic. Our future is bright.”
For more than 50 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has celebrated National Small Business Week, in part, by presenting its annual Small Business Awards. The awards recognize the achievements of SBA-assisted small businesses and the contributions they make to their communities and Nevada’s economy.
About LVE
LVE provides comprehensive tradeshow and exposition planning, execution, and support services to clients across North America and beyond. LVE, founded on a relationship-driven model, delivers boutique-style customer service and the resources of a global, multi-dimensional organization.
Established in 1994 as Las Vegas Expo by chairman and founder Robert Cordaro, LVE provides tradeshow and exposition services in every major North American market, from company headquarters in Las Vegas to Nashville, New Jersey, and Orlando offices.
LVE is a single-source partner that understands the full scope of every customer need. The company does what they say they will do – and does it better than promised, exceeding customer expectations through hard work, honesty, integrity, and fairness to every task and every business relationship.
LVE provides comprehensive tradeshow and exposition planning, execution, and support services to clients across North America and beyond. LVE, founded on a relationship-driven model, delivers boutique-style customer service and the resources of a global, multi-dimensional organization.
Las Vegas, NV. (January 19, 2023)
Las Vegas Expo, Inc., an independently- and family-owned, full-service company with nearly 30 years in the tradeshow, meeting, and exposition industry, announced today that it has changed its name to LVE as part of a greater rebranding effort that also includes a new logo and new 145,000 sq. ft. headquarters.
LVE is a full-service partner specializing in national and international conventions, tradeshows, corporate meetings, special events, and general exposition contracting. The company’s business units include LVE Show Services, LVE Inventory, LVE Logistics, and LVE Experience, along with Matrix Systems and other industry-leading show-related products.
Clients and business prospects benefit from a clear vision of the organizational structure and complete service offerings that an LVE partnership brings to the business relationship. “There is nothing more important to us than our relationships with our customers, and our relationships with our customers depend on their success,” said Nicolas Cordaro, president. “The evolution of our brand positions LVE to deliver on that concept. Joined by our very competent team, I look forward to building on nearly three decades of learning and business success.”
About LVE
Established in 1994 as Las Vegas Expo by chairman and founder Robert Cordaro, LVE provides comprehensive tradeshow and exposition services in every major North American market, from company headquarters in Las Vegas to Nashville, New Jersey, and Orlando offices.
LVE is a single-source partner that understands the full scope of every customer need. The company does what they say they will do – and does it better than promised, exceeding customer expectations through hard work, honesty, integrity, and fairness to every task and every business relationship.
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Dependability is based on past experience, present performance and future planning. To continually improve service and efficiency, LVE Logistics is now an Airways freight agent. Las Vegas Expo Complete Show Services intentional elevated service attitude, combined with Airways proven track record, boldly proclaims dependability. With time critical Trade show, convention and corporate activation shipments, there are no 2nd chances. Our goal is to balance good pricing with fast solutions and pinnacle service,Unlike Professional Athletes, those of us in the Hospitality and Meeting industry and everyone else who was temporarily derailed, didn’t get a training camp to hone our skills and knock the rust off our game day actions. Although, Complete Show Services powered by Las Vegas Expo never stopped working, it was glacially slow at times. NOW……Live Events, Activations and Experiences are back; And, we’re loving the work. We’re back in restaurants, movie theaters, Casinos and Hotels. Good times and good things are ahead!!
This week we were working in Las Vegas, Nashville, Atlanta and Orlando…. in Hotel Ballrooms & Convention centers producing meetings, conventions, trade show and live activations. We’re unloading trucks, marking the floor, laying carpet, installing Registration and setting the shows. Having something you love taken away gives perspective. We’re excited and re-energized by all the live events on our upcoming show production schedule:
Here’s what my Las Vegas Expo Complete Show Services family and I are bringing to the show floor
Looking forward to seeing you once again at a Convention. Stay well & safe travels,
Mitch Isaacs, VP Marketing, mitch@completeshow.com , call or text: 702-415-8108
Las Vegas Expo Complete Show Services
Las Vegas Expo Complete Show Services (www.completeshow.com) is proud to participate in the industry standard bearer, Together Again Expo. Orange County Convention Center in collaboration with Alliance Nationwide Exposition, will host the Together Again Expo on July 24 at the OCCC. This industry event is designed to provide a forum on how live events can safely move forward and get back to business in the COVID-19 recovery.
The Together Again Expo will offer attendees and suppliers the opportunity to learn about new industry best practices and will provide strategies and tools on how to safely and responsibly re-open live events, conventions and tradeshows. TAE is open to all event professionals and suppliers. A live stream to include an educational component will also be offered in conjunction with the Together Again Expo. “The OCCC is proud to host the Together Again Expo to help instill confidence throughout our industry as we begin to incrementally host modified events,” says OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester.
The expo will include multiple 15‐minute educational presentations, guest speakers and exhibitor video commercials on a centrally focused Main Stage that will be live streamed to virtual attendees. A product showcase will also be featured with select exhibitors to showcase new innovative health and safety products and services for the industry. Attendees will also be able to explore a Restaurant Row Pavilion, Hotel Pavilion, Safety Services Pavilion and General Event Services Pavilion.
“As leaders in the exposition industry, it is our responsibility to provide our customers and stakeholders a vision for the future,” says Alliance Nationwide Exposition CEO Mark Yuska. “Expositions are vital to the business community and the U.S. economy at large. Together Again Expo seeks to advance these interests while promoting hope and safety.”
Event industry professionals will receive complimentary registration and are encouraged to participate in any capacity. Meeting and event professionals and suppliers can register at www.togetheragainexpo.com.
The Orange County Convention Center is the second-largest convention facility in North America and provides approximately $3 billion in economic impact to Central Florida annually. For more info, visit www.occc.net.
Complete Show Services
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Nashville, Music City USA….my adopted hometown. We’re thrilled to open our brick and mortar fully stocked Complete Show Services warehouse and offices as our new Southeastern regional operations center. With Nashville as home base, we’ll be serving Knoxville, Memphis, Atlanta, Birmingham, the Florida Panhandle beaches and through the Gulf Coast. We’re working in Louisville, Cincinnati and into the Charlotte and the Carolinas.
Be it at the Music City Center, Gaylord Opryland or the Georgia World Congress Center we are continuing the tradition of gracious hospitality in Tennessee. My long time industry veteran friend, Randy Butram has been named, General Manger of CSS Nashville- Southeast Region For those of you who know Randy, the unparalleled service and dedication to maximizing everyone’s experience speaks for itself…for those of you who don’t know Randy, consider him a new friend you haven’t met yet.
The Athens of the South, with multiple major universities and colleges coupled with a diversified thriving economy compliments an energetic city. Music City has been a chart topping hit with meeting planners and delegates for decades. Even more expanded offerings and worldwide attention over the last few years have propelled Nashville to superstar status.
For your next meeting, Nashville is the answer. With new urban boutique hotels, resort convention centers, major chain hotels and diverse large venues Nashville offers many choices for a successful meeting venue. With worldwide name recognition, Nashville is in and of itself a draw that boosts Conference attendance to record levels. People want to visit Nashville ; be it drive in from surrounding easily accessible states or fly in with an abundance of Non- stop flights from major markets, easy access to all of it, Nashville’s the ideal convention destination.
“Why Nashville? …. Simply…. it’s a destination for any meeting or convention, which will provide a balance of environment, restaurants, attractions and an overall memorable experience. There is no better walk-able small city that has it all has it all like Nashville and I challenge anyone to not find something to love in Tennessee …music, food, art or history.
Our Complete Show Services Team will give you the Star treatment accommodating all your needs and ensure you have a great meeting in Music City. Nashville’s the hottest destination for meetings today. This is the place where music is inspired, written, recorded and performed. It’s the best song track you can have for any Conference or meeting or trade Show. Creativity and collaboration are deeply embedded in the culture and that’s how Complete Show services will perform our act. It’s that spirit of innovation and partnership that Complete Show Services embodies in our new home. In a word of loud cover songs, why not give Nashville and CSS the opportunity to write you an award winning original score .
Is your contractor playing all the wrong notes? Give us a call or drop me an email, I think you’ll like what we’re playing. Mitch Isaacs, mitch@Completeshow.com VP Marketing, Complete Show Services, www.completeshow.com, 888-989-3976 RandyB@completeshow.com
