Testimonials

“The quantity of contacts received at Expoventure far exceeded expectation, but more importantly the quality of those contacts was exceptional!”  - David Wienck with Absolute Shred of Kansas, LLC ~ 2006

“I would like to thank the Chamber for sponsoring a successful ExpoVenture.  I believe that the Chamber ExpoVenture is the best venue for networking and marketing available in the Wichita area.  I came away from this year’s show with quality contacts who were ready to do business.  If I can choose only one marketing event next year, it will be the ExpoVenture." – Russell Dunn with Smith Barney ~ 2006

"The Eagle was a media sponsor for this annual event, specifically sponsored by The Eagle's Business Today. I walked away with at least 10 new contacts and several story ideas. The experience was probably one of the most invaluable networking opportunities I’ve had here so far." - Andi Atwater with
Wichita Eagle Business Today ~ 2006

“It gave us a chance to meet with current and potential clients in an informal setting.” – Tricia Hagebusch with Personnel Services, Inc. ~ 2006

"Auto Craft Collision repair exhibited at Expoventure to generate 'Top Of Mind Awareness.' We gained visibility in the community, and were able to schedule several vehicle repairs and we were able to qualify the people who came by our booth. I thought it was a great investment and Auto Craft will be involved again next year." - Paul Blissett with Auto Craft Collision Repair ~ 2006

"Expoventure 2006 was a great opportunity to promote our business and create name recognition for Brooke Insurance & Financial Services. In addition, I was able to visit with other businesses for our own needs, all in one day, saving me valuable time. I can't say THANK YOU enough to the Wichita Chamber staff for all their hard work they put into organizing the Expoventure. I thought it was a huge success and I am so impressed by the Wichita Chamber and its dedication to helping businesses grow! We are looking forward to Expo 2007!" – Pamela Parks with Brooke Insurance & Financial Services ~ 2006

“We generated some quality leads from the event.  We like the ability to interact with local businesses and have a chance to explain our company as well!” – Kristi Verbeckmoes with Towne East Square ~ 2006

“I thought that the event was great.  The upbeat atmosphere and friendliness of our fine city showed up at Expoventure.  There were plenty of opportunities to enjoy the event, whether it was through business growth, good food, fun prizes and give-aways, or making that contact that you just couldn’t have otherwise gotten.  Thanks a bunch, and see you next year.” – Tim Woodburn with Great Plains Communications ~ 2006

“I believe this was an excellent venue to establish some contacts for future business for our company as well as learning about what other companies have to offer.” ~ 2006

“Although we were too late to get a booth for the 2005 show, the number of contacts we made at Expoventure made us realize that without a doubt we would display in 2006. We signed up as soon as the opportunity was presented.” Mike Fry of Fry’s Furniture Medic. ~ 2005

E.L. Bailer Indoor Advertising: Within one week of the show, owner Laura Oxley obtained enough business from one of her 10 strong leads secured during the show to cover all related costs (booth rental, advertising, staffing). ~ 2005

Chris French of USA Mobility and exhibitor at the 2005 show said “The amount of quality leads we took from the show was equal to a few months of cold calling, plus it was fun.” ~ 2005

Kansas City Chiefs: A booth at Expoventure was exactly what the Kansas City Chiefs needed to increase their exposure for corporate sales in south-central Kansas. Todd Adams made invaluable contacts with local businesses and sold a set of season tickets the day of the show. ~ 2005

Kay Wiggins: This local jewelry, beads and gifts retailer handed out free fudge samples to Expoventure attendees. Kay Wiggins sold 750 pounds for corporate gift packages the day of the show and picked up leads for more sales. “A lot of our customers didn’t know we made homemade fudge at our store. We have already received fudge orders for Christmas because we promoted it at Expoventure,” Wiggins said. ~ 2005

If you have an Expoventure story to tell, submit it to Angie Elliott at AElliott@wichitachamber.org