GEORGIA EXPO WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

SUWANEE, Georgia (April 19, 2013) – Georgia Expo is pleased to announce Wendy Pope as an exciting new addition to our team as Director of Human Resources. 

After graduating from North Carolina State University with a concentration in Human Resource Management, Wendy worked in the staffing industry for 3 years before moving into a Human Resources Generalist role where she worked closely with management and the executive staff to fill open positions, assist with employee counseling and investigations, handled FMLA paperwork and liaised with the Department of Labor in multiple states.

To Georgia Expo, Wendy brings years of experience as well as the genuine sincerity of helping others and making sure company employees are taken care of.

The 90,000 square foot factory boasts a sewing and metal fabrication department 4 times the size of the current factory space, as well as a shipping department that also quadruples in size. Along with larger factory space, comes a brand new showroom and training classrooms for Expo University, Georgia Expo’s new training initiative in educating our customers in the care and utilization of Pipe and Drape.

“We saw a need and an opportunity to expand our manufacturing capability with a larger factory space,” said founder and president, Philip DiTrolio. “With our expansive new offices, we’ll be able to engineer and produce an even higher volume of products and design and develop new lines.” The announcement of the new factory comes on the heels of multiple new developments for Georgia Expo including: a dynamic new catalog, advancements in shipping and packaging and a cutting edge new line of VIP crowd controlling Stanchions.

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Georgia Expo Launches New Catalog 

ATLANTA, Georgia (June 25, 2012) – Georgia Expo is excited to announce the launch of our latest Wholesale catalog that begs to ask the question, “What can Pipe and Drape do for you?” Featuring updated and in depth chapters exploring the functions of Pipe and Drape, the new Georgia Expo Catalog has something for everyone. Detailed analysis and helpful pointers spread throughout the catalog, this edition makes learning about and ordering Pipe and Drape simple. We’ve even added new chapters and a brand new line of crowd control!

So be sure to request your copy today!

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GEORGIA EXPO NEW 2&3 PIECE SLIP COLLAR TELE-UPRIGHT AVAILABLE NOW FROM THE NAME YOU TRUST

               
ATLANTA, Georgia (June 11, 2012) – The wait is over. Due to popular demand, Georgia Expo is now carrying 2&3 Piece Slip Collar Tele Uprights. Specially manufactured with an internal locking system, these Uprights will allow you to adjust to any desired height when hanging drape. Our uprights are ergonomically built to make your set up and take down easier and with no assembly required! 
The new Slip Collar Tele Upright works on a ball bearing system and securely locks in place automatically as the interior pole is raised. Accurate and easy to set up with quick height adjustments, the Upright adjusts to any height within the measured range and the more pressure from above, the tighter it locks.
Already have this model? We’ve designed the Slip Collar Tele Upright to be 100% compatible with your existing inventory!
Georgia Expo will continue to carry the popular Button Lock & Locking Clamp Telescoping Upright, in addition to the Slip Collar Tele Upright.  Both adjustable uprights will allow you to accomplish the same task, enabling you to adjust your pipe and drape framework to different heights.
These Slip Collar Tele Uprights are the perfect addition to your existing inventory and offer the quality you’ve come to expect from the name you trust and at a lower price. 

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GEORGIA EXPO ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE RITA TRENT

ATLANTA, Georgia (April 2, 2012) – After 10 years of dedicated sales service, our senior sales representative, Rita Trent is retiring.

Possessing substantial sales experience, Rita started with Georgia Expo 10 years ago and started out as the sole sales representative. Since then, she has represented the company at various trade shows and conferences and has helped to form the dynamic present sales team.

“It’s been an amazing experience and journey with Georgia Expo. I have had the opportunity to travel extensively and meet some really great people. I will especially miss the rest of our incredible sales team and all the great work they do at Georgia Expo.” – Rita Trent

Georgia Expo CEO Philip DiTrolio had this to say about the company’s senior sales employee, "I want to thank Rita for her terrific contribution over the past 10 years and her utmost dedication to building strong and lasting relationships with our customers. Rita has done a tremendous job in helping to build a world-class sales unit for Georgia Expo and leaves behind a very capable team."

After her retirement, Rita looks forward to spending time with her grandchildren, travelling and playing tennis.

Georgia Expo will be in New Orleans for the Annual ARA Show on Feb. 5-8, 2012. As the Nation’s authority on everything Pipe and Drape, Georgia Expo will be out in the Big Easy in full force! We will be introducing some of our latest products,as well as featuring our best sellers at Show Special prices!

November 16, 2011

Buy New, Used or Rent Pipe and Drape?

The age old debate in the trade show community – “Given the Choice – do you buy new, used or rent for your trade show equipment needs?”  As we all know, the trade show industry is very seasonal with the likely probability of over lapping shows in the spring and fall.  This is great for business, but not so great for your Pipe & Drape inventory levels.  So, what do you do when you can’t cover them all?

More and more trade show decorators are buying new trade show equipment to meet their show objectives.  They are finding the upfront investment cost is worth the peace of mind knowing they will meet the expectations of their clients and gain future business for around the same cost as other options for obtaining equipment.  While the cost of doing business has continued to increase, Georgia Expo has actually lowered equipment prices over the last three years, one of the few costs you won’t have to pass off to the customer.  Presenting first quality equipment that is consistent and branded to your business allows you to position yourself to win more bids and show.

There are several other options to obtain the Pipe & Drape inventory needed to complete over lapping shows.  Let’s explore the pros and cons of each option to lead us to the ultimate conclusion that new equipment is the best decision your business can make.

Owner, Philip DiTrolio’s continual commitment to reinvesting back into the company by improving manufacturing capabilities made last year one of our best EVER!

Georgia Expo added several new machines which have more than doubled our manufacturing potential. 

The picture the left is the new 120 Ton OBI Punch Press. This monster machine will be dedicated solely to punching bases. Alongside the original 100 Ton Double Crank Punch Press, Georgia Expo has more than doubled capacity to manufacture bases and uprights for Superior Pipe & Drape systems.

Other machinery purchased in 2010 includes a state of the art high speed automatic Band Saw which is used in our Cart Department. Georgia Expo has also invested in a Powder Coat System to add beautiful finishes to our Easels and Storage Carts. 

With all this new machinery it is now easier than ever to produce trade show equipment in large volumes, insuring you have product when you need it - fast! Just another way Georgia Expo works hard to bring you the highest quality trade show products in the industry.

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2011 is Georgia Expo's 25th Anniversary!

2010 was our best year to date - but we're on track to beat that record in 2011! 

We're having another great year filled with growth and innovation as the largest manufacturer of exhibit Pipe & Drape in the United States. We expanded our office and warehouse staff and are excited to work and grow with you -- keeping ahead of the changes in the trade show and exhibit industries.