In the fast-paced world of event planning, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success. The year 2024 brings forth a wave of innovations and enhancements, and eShow stands at the forefront, committed to elevating your event planning game. In this blog, we will share eShow’s latest product enhancements that we help you better plan and execute your events. 

Bridging the Gap with Technology

In 2024, technology is playing a pivotal role in enhancing event execution. According to a study done by Amex GBT, mobile apps (61%), check-in tools (47%), and wearable technologies (30%) are emerging as the top technologies shaping the event landscape.

Moreover, a staggering 67.4% of organizers express their intent to change their event management software vendor within the next year, highlighting the dynamic nature of the industry. (Bizzabo)

Product Enhancements: What’s New at eShow?

Floor Plan Design Studio

Revolutionizing the way you design event spaces, the Floor Plan Design Studio brings collaboration to the forefront. With real-time editing, drag-and-drop functionality, and better navigation control, creating an immersive event experience has never been easier. The ability to zoom in/out, interactive search, and branding customization add layers of depth to your event planning toolkit.

Mobile App

Embracing a Mobile-First Strategy, eShow’s redesigned mobile app ensures an enhanced user experience. From personalized itinerary creation to effortless information retrieval, the app is designed to cater to the diverse needs of event attendees. With intuitive floorplan exploration, strategic sponsorship visibility, and timely updates through push notifications, the app becomes an indispensable companion for event-goers.

Not surprisingly, 67.5% of event attendees consider a mobile event app extremely crucial. (Bizzabo)

Sponsorship Fulfillment

In the realm of event planning, efficient sponsorship fulfillment is a game-changer. eShow introduces enhanced features that not only streamline the process but also elevate the experience for both sponsors and clients.

  • Sponsors:
  • Manage Purchases
  • Task Details at a Glance 
  • Effortless File Submission 
  • Progress Tracking Made Simple
  • Automated Confirmations
  • Clients:
  • Track Progress Seamlessly
  • Approve or Reject Task Submissions 
  • Custom Notifications 
  • View Content Submissions by the Sponsor 
  • Centralized Media Collection

Final Thoughts

As we embrace 2024, let eShow be your guide in unleashing the full potential of your events. Access the latest on-demand webinar here where Jimmy Mouton, VP of Sales and Marketing, takes a deep dive into the latest product enhancements with a live demo. Elevate your planning, captivate your audience, and make this year a hallmark of success in event management.

Learn more about how eShow can help level up your next event with a personal demo.

IAEE and eShow Announce Partnership

DALLAS, 16 January 2024 – The International Association of Exhibitions and Events® (IAEE) and eShow are pleased to announce a partnership for Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting and Exhibition that will span multiple years.

Beginning in 2024 and continuing through 2026, eShow will be the exclusive vendor providing multiple event management technology services and support services to assist IAEE in managing its events, including the flagship Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition. These modules include Advance Onsite Registration, Onsite Registration Services, Call for Abstracts with Abstract Management, Speaker and Session (Conference) Management, Exhibit and Sponsorship Sales and Management with Floorplan Design Studio, Event Mobile Apps and Websites, and additional onsite services including Session Scanning and Attendee Tracking as well as Lead Retrieval Services.

“eShow is beyond thrilled to be working with IAEE for their upcoming series of events over the next few years. This multi-year partnership is symbolic of eShow’s mission to have comprehensive, long-term, and supportive relationships,” said Raju Patel, Founder and CEO. “The exhibitions industry continues to evolve, so we aim to consistently evolve our management technology together with the needs of show managers worldwide. We look forward to collaborating with IAEE to revolutionize the way events are planned, executed, and experienced, setting new standards for the industry.”

“IAEE is pleased to welcome eShow as our newest technology partner for Expo! Expo!,” said IAEE President and CEO Marsha Flanagan, M.Ed., CEM. “Over the next three years, eShow will provide cutting edge solutions for our Expo! Expo! community, creating a seamless experience for our stakeholders with the breadth and depth of their services.”

About IAEE
Trusted since 1928, IAEE provides quality and value to its members through leadership, service, education and strong relationships. IAEE is the largest association of the exhibitions and events industry in the world, with a membership of show organizers, exhibitors and exhibition suppliers. Organizers of more than 20,000 exhibitions and buyer-seller events around the world are members of IAEE, and the organization advocates and promotes the awareness of face-to-face exhibitions and events as the primary medium for business development and growth. IAEE provides relevant, timely and innovative education to its members and the industry. IAEE recognizes its strategic partners: 4imprint, Convention News Television (CNTV), eShow, Freeman, GES | onPeak, Grit Productions and Expositions, New Orleans & Company, New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and Risk Strategies Company | Buttine Insurance. Visit www.iaee.com for more information.

About eShow
eShow was founded in 1996 by CEO Raju Patel to answer the need for innovative products geared specifically to solving the problems encountered in the event management industry. He reasoned that by prioritizing the optimization of clients’ technology stacks, clients would be set up for success with the necessary tools they need to promote, sell, manage, and implement their event programs. Today, eShow’s highly adaptive solution module suite consists of a wide variety of products encompassing all facets from pre-show to post-show and everything in between. With a global clientele of over 1900 organizations, eShow has facilitated seamless experiences for more than 6,000,000 attendees worldwide.

For over 25 years, eShow has demonstrated proven success by continually finding new approaches to optimize event workflow. Its holistic suite, including Registration Management, Conference Management, Exhibit Management, and Digital Event Management offers a comprehensive master program for your event’s success. Visit goeshow.com for more information.

Media Inquiries:


Nicole Bowman, MBA, CEM

IAEE Vice President, Marketing and Communications

+1 (469) 534-3638

nbowman@iaee.com


Diane Hurley

eShow Director of Marketing and Communications

+1 (847) 620-4474

diane.hurley@goeshow.com