by RobertL | Sep 15, 2018
For places like Las Vegas, trade shows are huge business. Just take a look at the list of upcoming events on the Las Vegas Convention Calendar for a glimpse of what’s coming up in the just the next few months. While Vegas is one of the main locations for conventions, there are dozens of other cities who host hundreds of events annually. Who keeps track of all these trade events globally? 10Times.com is a global data base of trade shows listing events for virtually any industry imaginable. Each year, the 10Times.com publishes a Top 100 listing of shows according to category. On the current list of the Top 100 events and for Photography and Imaging, Photo Booth Expo is ranked as #38! Considering the size and scope of many of the other shows on this list (SXSW is #26, The Cannes Film Festival is #24), this makes Photo Booth Expo not only The World’s Largest Event for Photo Booth Operators, Manufacturers and Suppliers, but also is also establishes it as one of the top global events for photography and imaging.
Photo Booth Expo is held annually in Las Vegas, NV, USA – The next event will be at South Point Resort and Casino, February 24-27, 2019
by RobertL | Jul 6, 2018
Operating a Photo Booth rental company is a global opportunity and at the center of the Photo Booth Universe is the Photo Booth Expo (“PBX”) in Las Vegas. The Fifth Annual Photo Booth Expo will be held February 24-27, 2019 at South Point with well over 4000 attendees expected.
As the World’s Largest event for Photo Booth operators, manufacturers and suppliers, Photo Booth Expo draws a global audience from a list of countries that includes:
Argentina, Australia, Barbados, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, French Guiana, French Polynesia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, St. Maarten, Sweden, Switzerland, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela.
So, what’s the attraction?
Photo Booth Expo is where new products and concepts are unveiled, it’s where ideas are shared and deals are made. There’s a full schedule of seminars, plus networking opportunities, parties, entertainment and much more. Plus, it’s Las Vegas and South Point is is a short shuttle ride from the famous Las Vegas Strip.
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by RobertL | May 7, 2018
Photo Booth Expo Prepares To Celebrate 5 Years With A Return To South Point
Dates: February 24-27
Location: South Point, Las Vegas
Website: photoboothexpo.com
How did the Photo Booth Expo come to be?
PhotoBoothExpo Show Producer, Rob Savickis, of Niagara Falls, NY, has been involved in the event/trade show industry for over 25 years. Rob was also among the first to find success renting out Photo Booths for parties, receptions and corporate events. As a pioneer in the industry, he was encouraged by his suppliers to create the first ever U.S. trade show for Photo Booth professionals. After extensive market research, due diligence and planning, he was ready to take the plunge. Having been involved with numerous trade other shows, he was confident that Las Vegas would attract people from all over the world—making his the first International Photo Booth Expo.
When the doors opened for the inaugural event at South Point in the spring of 2015, over 1200 Photo Booth professionals flooded the show floor. By year two, attendance had grown to over 2000. For the 2017 show, attendance topped 2500 and the most recent show (March, 2018) recorded over 4000 Photo Booth Phanatics from over 53 countries.
Who comes to the PhotoBoothExpo?
According to Rob Savickis, “Primarily, it’s entrepreneurs with established photo booth businesses—but also people looking to get into the business. Many are DJs and Photographers who already have ties to the special events. Others are manufacturers and distributors looking for an effective way to reach core buyers in the professional PhotoBooth market.”
Speaking of which, in addition to the phenomenal growth in attendance, the exhibition floor has also exploded—from 137 booth spaces the first year, to over 360 spaces (140+ exhibitors) at the most recent event.
So what is it that is driving this growth?
“Photo Booths are the new entertainment of the 21st century,” says Savickis, “They combine technological advancements with entertainment and props—they are just plain fun. Recent reports suggest that more than half of all weddings now have a photo booth or some type of self-photo station—Photo booths are also very popular at corporate events. Booths with attendants are big at weddings and corporate events while unmanned booths that are coin operated or free for promotional reasons, are popular at amusement parks, casinos and shopping malls.
The big question for anyone hoping to profit from Photo booth phenomenon is “What does it cost and how much can I make?” Savickis estimates the start up costs to be anywhere between $4,000 and $20,000. As far as the ROI, just like any business the sky is the limit but the market is becoming more and more competitive—Savickis cautions anyone coming into the business that they must have strong knowledge of the product and marketing. To help those new to the business have the greatest chance of success, Savickis places a huge emphasis on business education at the Photo Booth Expo. “Every region is different,” he says, “And because the Photo Booth Expo is International, most every region and culture in represented. Many many people are making very good livings with photo booths, but as with any business there are never any guarantees.”
The 2019 Photo Booth Expo will present over 30 business based seminars presented by top industry leaders. Considering all that the Photo Booth Expo has to offer, it’s a real bargain at just $249 for a key pass—which includes all show sponsored seminars (3rd parties will be offering further independent education for additional cost), show parties and the admittance to the extensive show floor.
by RobertL | Jan 24, 2018
As the popularity of Photo Booths continues to grow, the outlook remains positive for Photo Booth operators. This article tells how operating a Photo Booth business has gone from being a cottage industry into becoming a full-time business for many Photo Booth Professionals, and how this growing sector of entertainment services came to have it’s own International Trade Show. Read more
by RobertL | Aug 22, 2017
Thousands Finding the Photo Booth Business a Route to Excellent Full-Time, Part-Time, or Retirement Income
by RobertL | Aug 12, 2017
For the fourth consecutive year, manufacturers and retailers of Photo Booths and suppliers of software and accessories will be showing the latest innovations and products for Photo Booth professionals from over 40 countries at the 2017 Photo Booth Expo.
Not Just About Photo Booths
What began decades ago as an attraction at amusement parks and carnivals, Photo Booths are now in the midst of a huge resurgence—with no end it sight. Driven by digital photography, social media, and everyone’s love for “selfies,” the portable Photo Booth entertainment/rental business has become a global sensation. The Photo Booth Expo is where the latest products and services for the Photo Booth industry are introduced. Those who attend the Photo Booth Expo will be seeing the latest in photo and video booths, graffiti walls, green screen technology, 3D Photo Booths, props, inflatable booths, backdrops and much more.
Who attends the Photo Booth Expo?
Show producer, Rob Savickis, explains that “It’s a combination of entrepreneurs with established photo booth businesses, people looking to break into the business, and manufacturers and distributors looking for an effective way to reach core buyers in the professional photo booth market.”
As the Photo Booth business continues to grow, entrepreneurs from other backgrounds are joining in. As a result, the quality and quantity of business knowledge and experience at the Photo Booth Expo exceeds many other business opportunity based conferences. A full slate of seminars, covering everything from Business Administration and Operation to Sales and Marketing will be presented by top industry leaders.
The 2018 Photo Booth Expo will be held at the Westgate Resort, marcj 11-14, 2018. Attendance is expected to surpass 3500—an increase of over 200% from the first show in 2015.
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