How Trade Shows Make Millions

How Trade Shows Make Millions

April 2, 2026 · 52 min

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Brent Davidson discusses the business model behind his successful trade show for HVAC contractors.

Brent Davidson built a 500-person trade show for HVAC contractors from scratch — and in this episode, he breaks down the business model behind it: how exhibitors and sponsors pay the bills, how to design attendee flow, and why in-person marketplaces are more durable than anything algorithm-dependent. Matt and Kolby dig into the operational side of running a trade show — from booth pricing and venue logistics to speaker strategy and influencer relationships. If you're thinking about events as ...

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