Exhibitor Education

Got your booth space? Awesome! Now, let’s make sure you crush it. We’ve just launched a fresh video series built specifically to walk you through our Exhibitor Planning Guide. Think of it as your behind-the-scenes coach, breaking down the guide step-by-step so you’re not just prepared – you’re ready to shine! Start with the first two videos to get your game plan locked in.

Download the Planning Guide

Join us for Spring Training and Build Your Winning IMTS Plan

What Is It
A hands-on working session designed to help you get a step ahead of IMTS by building your exhibitor plan and getting answers directly from the people who can help.

Meet the IMTS Team
Connect face-to-face with key teams:

Exhibitor Services
Passport
Marketing

Bring your questions about booths, logistics, marketing tools, or anything else and get real answers on the spot.

Build Your Plan
Using the IMTS Exhibitor Planning Guide, you'll work through:

How to promote your presence and drive the right traffic to your booth
Strategies to ask better questions and quickly identify qualified prospects
A follow-up system that turns conversations into real opportunities

Connect With Peers
Share what's working with other exhibitors and learn from their experiences.

We Can't Wait To Meet You!

More Info & Registration

Upcoming Educational Opportunities

Save Time, Save Money: IMTS 2026 Exhibitor Passport
April 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
Join our free webinar to learn how to maximize your marketing reach with IMTS 2026 Exhibitor Passport. Get best practices for connecting with verified manufacturing prospects. Secure your spot today! Early bird pricing for IMTS 2026 Exhibitor Passport is $3,250.

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How To Attract the Right Attendees at IMTS 2026
April 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
As an exhibitor, you may imagine your booth as a magnet that the right attendees will feel pulled toward. It's great to have one set place where attendees can find you on the show floor, but to draw the right attendees, you'll need a strategic approach.

Join this free webinar to learn three ways to attract the right attendees that you can utilize – even with a limited budget or bandwidth – along with quick tips from Robyn to help you choose your starting point.

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Mark Your Calendar: Target Dates Available April 6

We know how important it is to plan ahead, and many of you have been eager to get your hands on the target dates for IMTS 2026. We’re happy to announce that they will officially go live on April 6.

Once released, you’ll find them instantly available in your e-Kit, giving you the timeline you need to finalize your strategy and maximize your show impact. For a full breakdown of what’s included and how to use these dates effectively, check out the GES article below.

Vendor Partner Spotlight

GES
Hello, and happy spring! I want to thank all the exhibitors who filled out their Freight Planner Questionnaire before the initial deadline passed last week. This information helps me greatly when plotting out target dates and planning IMTS operations. Please keep in mind that this form is always available to update with your most current information. This not only helps me keep track of your needs, but it also helps you with budget estimates. It will always be part of your e-Kit checklist.

Speaking of target dates, my team in Chicago is hard at work on them right now. Assigning dates and entering them into the various systems takes roughly a month. Be on the lookout for these dates to be announced the week of April 6, roughly a month earlier than normal! These target dates will tell you what days to bring your freight on the Inbound and when to pick up your freight on the Outbound.

Please keep in mind that the times associated with your target dates correspond to when your carrier must check in to the GES Marshalling Yard – not when freight will be dropped off or picked up from your booth. Please make sure everyone in your organization is aware of these dates and share these dates with your carriers.

As always, if you have any questions, reach out to IMTSservice@ges.com for general or ordering questions, or tgilmorejr@ges.com for any freight-related questions.

Maximize Your IMTS 2026 Investment With Our All-New Marketing Hub

We've launched a dedicated Marketing Resources tile on the Exhibitor homepage. It’s your one-stop hub for everything you need to promote your IMTS 2026 presence before, during, and after the show. Get social media templates, email signature blocks, official logos, and more to drive awareness, generate qualified leads, and maximize your exhibitor investment. Don't leave your show success to chance. Access the Marketing Resources section today and start promoting with confidence.

3 Things Exhibitors Should Know

The Exhibitor Planning Guide is now live on the Exhibitor homepage. Download the PDF and follow along with Asa and Jessica’s monthly video recaps. If you would like a printed copy, please contact us.
Can’t make an upcoming Exhibitor Education event or webinar? You’re covered. All sessions are recorded and available on the Exhibitor Education tile on the Exhibitor homepage, as well as in the Resources section of your e-Kit.
Purchase your Exhibitor Passport if you have not already! Early bird pricing ends April 1, 2026. Reach out to passportnotify@AMTonline.org if you have any questions.

Contact Us

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Not sure where to start? Reach out to Jessica and Asa at 800-828-7469 or info@IMTS.com. We’re all ears Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.

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