The television market is huge, covering everything from TV makes and models to stations and network programming. Use a TV trade show directory to find the shows you plan to attend, and then get lodgings at hotels that are offering television trade show services.

Some trade show organizers offer resource trade show information and advice for exhibitors. It's a good idea to look through whatever is available before attending so that you are aware of any rules or specifications. In order to be successful at networking at a television tradeshow, here are some things for you to consider:

1. Use a TV trade show guide to find the locations and dates of trade shows.

2. Get television trade show information about rules and regulations for each trade show you plan to attend.

3. Book accommodations for television trade shows at hotels listed by trade show organizers to save money and network with other attendees.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Find TV trade show information that lists dates and locations of upcoming shows

Knowing the dates and locations of television trade shows is key to your success. A television trade show guide will tell you where you can sign up for trade show events in the United States as well as around the world so that you can expand your business globally.

I recommend: Get information and locations for television trade shows using the TV trade show directory at EventsEye. This site offers a television trade show directory of television, film and radio programming and advertising so that you can successfully sell and market your television show or programming. Learn the requirements for exhibiting at the National Cable & Telecommunications Association's cable television tradeshow, The Cable Show.

Get television trade show advice and resource information from trade show organizers

The ability to receive advice from those in the television industry to help you have a successful show is an invaluable asset. Social networking is a great way to get you and your products seen and noticed, so take advantage of every opportunity for promotion.

I recommend: Visit the NABShow, which is the official tradeshow website for the National Association of Broadcasters, to get industry-specific television tradeshow advice about show regulations, hotel accommodations and how to use the event to network your business. Go to the International CES, which is television trade show affiliated with the Consumer Electronics Association (CES) to receive resources, downloads and other kinds of TV trade show advice.

Save money and network at hotels selected by television tradeshow organizers

Since they can get group rates for exhibitors and attendees at their events, many organizers of TV tradeshows list hotel accommodations on their official websites. You can save money by going to these hotels and can also network with other exhibitors while you're at it.

I recommend: Go to The Future of Packaged Media to see a list of hotel accommodations for exhibitors at its media and TV tradeshow. Book a room at Extended Stay Hotels, which offers listing of television trade shows services and listings for the NAB, as well as television trade shows for those in the cable industry.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Many trade show organizers offer TV trade show services, such as free transportation and package tours of tourist areas. Be sure attend such events go so that you can continue to promote your business.