We help association, corporate and government clients generate millions in sponsorship and exhibit revenue while creating unforgettable event experiences.
Your Partner in Sponsorship & Exhibit Success
Since 2009, The Trade Show Manager (TSM) team has helped event clients build, sell, and deliver successful sponsorship and exhibit programs.
From national trade shows and industry conferences to regional meetings and special events, our experts have generated millions in sponsorship and exhibit revenue for association, corporate, and government clients.
What makes TSM Unique
As former show managers and exhibitors, our team brings a unique, 360-degree perspective to sponsorship and exhibit sales. We focus on selling value, not just space.
We understand sponsors and exhibitors need impact and ROI for a successful show experience, and we work with them to build long-term, high value relationships with our client shows. Our goals: ensure satisfied sponsors and exhibitors, maximimum investment and high renewal rates, while creating memorable, meaningful experiences for attendees.
Powering Your Exhibitor & Sponsorship Success
Our team has sold and managed B2B events at every level – from global events with 75K+ attendees and 1,000+ exhibitors to industry-specific events with 200 attendees and 20 exhibitors.
Our Services
- Sponsorship & Exhibit Sales
- Sponsorship and Exhibit Program Strategy & Implementation
- Exhibitor Pavilion Development, Sales & Onsite Management
- Attendee Group Sales
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Full-Service Event Sales Solutions?
Full-Service Event Sales Solutions are comprehensive strategies and services designed to maximize revenue, streamline operations, and ensure the success of your trade shows, conferences, and exhibitions. Instead of handling sales, sponsorships, and logistics in piecemeal fashion, full-service solutions provide end-to-end support — from planning and prospecting to execution and post-event follow-up. This approach ensures that every aspect of your event’s sales process is professional, coordinated, and results-driven.
These solutions typically include exhibitor and sponsor sales management, lead generation, custom sponsorship programs, on-site support, and reporting. By leveraging a full-service model, event organizers can focus on delivering a seamless attendee experience while knowing that revenue opportunities are being fully optimized. Essentially, it’s a turnkey approach that combines expertise, strategy, and hands-on execution to drive measurable results and elevate the impact of your events.
How can sponsorship and exhibit programs increase revenue?
Sponsorship and exhibit programs are powerful revenue drivers for any event. By offering businesses and organizations opportunities to showcase their products, services, or brand to a highly targeted audience, events can generate substantial income beyond ticket sales. Exhibitor booths, premium placements, and branded experiences give sponsors visibility and engagement, which translates into higher fees for the event organizer.
Moreover, well-designed programs create value for both the event and its partners. Custom sponsorship packages — including speaking opportunities, digital promotion, and interactive activations — allow organizers to charge premium rates while giving sponsors measurable returns on their investment. Exhibitor programs, meanwhile, attract companies eager to network, sell, or launch products, creating a consistent revenue stream and enhancing the overall prestige and appeal of the event. In short, effective sponsorship and exhibit strategies turn every event into a profit-generating opportunity while strengthening relationships with industry partners.
What types of events do we support?
At The Trade Show Manager, we specialize in supporting a wide variety of in‑person events — from large‑scale trade shows and national conferences to regional exhibitions, association meetings, and industry‑specific expos.
Our services are ideal for events with 50,000 – 500,000 square feet of exhibit space, making us a great fit for mid‑ to large‑size shows. We serve events across many industries — including technology, healthcare, engineering, food, safety, transportation, and more — which enables us to adapt our exhibitor and sponsorship strategies to the unique needs of each sector.
In addition, we support not only traditional trade shows but also conferences, meetings, and corporate‑ or association‑organized events. Whether the client is a national trade association, a corporate enterprise, or a nonprofit organization, we tailor our offerings — from sponsorship/exhibitor sales to on‑site operations and full show management — to deliver a smooth, revenue‑driven event.
How does your team approach sales?
Our team takes a strategic, full-service approach to event sales, focusing on delivering measurable results for both organizers and exhibitors. We begin by understanding the goals of your event, the target audience, and the unique value proposition for sponsors and exhibitors. From there, we develop tailored sales strategies that maximize revenue, increase participation, and create long-lasting relationships.
We handle the entire sales lifecycle — prospecting, outreach, negotiation, contract management, and post-event follow-up — so organizers can focus on delivering a seamless attendee experience. By combining industry expertise, data-driven insights, and personalized service, our team ensures that every sponsorship and exhibit opportunity is positioned to achieve the highest possible return.
Why choose The Trade Show Manager?
The Trade Show Manager delivers expert, full-service sales solutions designed to maximize revenue, streamline operations, and elevate the success of your events. With extensive experience across trade shows, conferences, and industry expos, we understand what it takes to attract exhibitors, secure sponsorships, and create engaging experiences for attendees.
Our team combines strategic planning, hands-on execution, and personalized service to ensure every event runs smoothly and achieves its revenue goals. From prospecting and sales management to on-site support and post-event follow-up, we handle the entire process so you can focus on delivering a memorable and impactful event. Choosing The Trade Show Manager means partnering with professionals committed to results, reliability, and long-term growth for your events.
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What They’re Saying About Us
“TSM’s greatest strengths are knowing how to sell the value of an event and building effective relationships with sponsors. Sponsors want to work with them and trust what they say about the value they will receive exhibiting at the event. I highly recommend the Trade Show Manager to any event director that needs an expert, turnkey sponsorship sales solution for their event.”
DodyDirector Special Events
“Engaging the Trade Show Manager (TSM) to lead sponsorship and exhibit sales has been one of the best decisions our conference team has made in the past few years. TSM has taken our sponsorship and exhibit sales to an entirely new level. They have secured national sponsors and innovative technologies to make our conference more interesting and financially successful while building a solid base of qualified and interested sponsors for future years.”
MarkProgram Director


