Using Tri-Fold Boards for Presentations: Tips & Tricks

[vhadley]

Do you think the big tri-fold boards look tacky? Also if you use them, do you put them right on the table or beside it?

 

[NooraK]

I think it's all about what you put on the board. There are some great examples in the photos thread: http://www.chefsuccess.com/f52/booth-photos-feel-free-post-your-photos-too-58011/

As for placement, I would probably place it on one corner of the table or on the back of the table, depending on the booth setup.

 

[esavvymom]

I think it also depends on the type of event. I've used it at Kids Consignment sales, mostly because I had just a small space- enough for a 4' table or so. I used the Tri-fold board to maximize my space. I don't use them at regular 10x10' events especially outside, because it would just fall over, and I don't think it works as well with my display.So for me, it just depends on the location/venue/event, etc.

 

[higoobs]

I put mine on the side of the table and as I had customers sign and fill out the drawing slips I lead them over to the board so that they were able to see all the great promos for the current month and the following 2 months. I also had a plug in to become a consultant at 50% off in October and all the benefits for hosting a show

 

[vhadley]

ok, thank you all! I'll be at a fall festival with a 6 ft table.

 

[babywings76]

I made 2 really nice trifold boards...then I never got to be able to use them. All of my events were outside and each one ended up being on windy days. :grumpy:

 

[wadesgirl]

Personally I try to keep it simple. Sometimes it's not worth the extra time and money.

 

[Brenda.the.chef]

you will learn as you go what works and what doesn't. My first vendor fair, I dragged everything I own with me... what a pain! Keep it simple and clutter-free.

 

[vhadley]

I finished my board!! No where as nice as the one I wanted to copy (Bobbi), but I did what I could

 

[vhadley]

ok, so apparently my link didn't work, sorry! can you not upload a pic on this website from your computer?

 

[JennyJennJen]

Another option I recently found are smal tri fold boards from Crayola...total size is 22" by 28". I have used the large board but it is a pain to drag in and out of fairs. I have a table at a mom to mom sale this saturday and am going to use one for becoming a consultant and I may use a 2nd one on the opposite side of the table for host specials, but not sure how space planning will go...

Definitely keep your table clutter free, and have plenty of mini catalogs with your info on them to pass out! Good luck and have fun!