Ep 116 | If Your Company Doesn't "Get" Events, Do This Artwork

Event Marketing Redefined

Brands create events based on what they want, instead of what their customers want. There is no foundations, principles, or best practices for face-face marketing success. This forces event marketers, like you, to figure out what running a successful trade show or event is like. Trade shows and event marketing are often the biggest line item in marketing budgets. Yet many companies have no idea if their face-face marketing strategy at these events are effective, impactful or generating ROI. This problem seems to exist because, for the most part, face-face marketing is not taught. But we are here to help! Welcome to “Event Marketing: Redefined” a show where we teach YOU how to create immersive and meaningful face to face marketing experiences- that drive real results for your business. We imagine a world where brands create immersive and meaningful face- face marketing experiences- that drive real results.If you feel the same, you might be one of us! We are brand experience creators that share one thing in common: we’re committed to changing the way businesses think about face-face marketing. We want to immerse people through an experience- not passively selling a service or product. We are on a mission to create memorable moments that build relationships through storytelling and building brand affinity. Building booths are a commodity, but creating lasting impressions and unique, meaningful impressions on your clients is a necessity. In a world where the industry is evolving and marketing is rapidly changing, one thing will always remain the same- the life changing experiences we create and share face to face. “Event Marketing: Redefined'' is hosted by trade show, and event marketing expert, Matt Kleinrock of Rockway Exhibits + Events.

All Episodes

Event Marketing Redefined

Ep 116 | If Your Company Doesn't "Get" Events, Do This

November 20, 2024 • Matt Kleinrock / Pablo Gonzalez • Season 1 • Episode 116

Life’s too short to work for leaders who don’t understand event marketing. In this episode, Matt Kleinrock, CEO of Rockway Exhibits + Events, is joined by Pablo Gonzalez to unpack the frustrating reality that many companies fail to align their event marketing with strategic goals.

Matt and Pablo break down the red flags that signal your company doesn’t “get” events and share what event marketers can do to shift the narrative—or recognize when it’s time to move on.

Here’s what they cover:

✅ How companies’ expectations clash with their actual approach to events.
✅ The three levels of misalignment: leadership goals, empty metrics, and overworked event teams.
✅ Why event marketers need clarity and alignment to grow their careers.

Bonus: Learn about a proven framework to help you align your event strategy with real results. Reach out to Matt or Pablo to get your hands on it!

If you’ve ever felt stuck in execution mode or wondered if your company is the right fit, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you take control of your event marketing career.

Connect with Pablo:

On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pablo-gonzalez-4333b42/

Connect with Me:

On my LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-kleinrock-9613b22b/
On my Company: https://rockwayexhibits.com/

🚨 Register for the show here: https://tinyurl.com/EventMarketingRedefined