Attending IMEX for
the first time
Top tips when attending IMEX for the first time
We've put together some top tips and recommendations to ensure you have an amazing show experience—covering everything from pre-show webinars to what to wear and where to eat.
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Where to start
1. Get started: Create your IMEX account and register for the show
2. Know what you want from IMEX
Set some targets for yourself and know why you’re going. Perhaps you want to find new suppliers or destinations, learn about the latest event tech and trends, or grow your contact book?
Once you know why you’re going, you can put together your elevator pitch. This should cover:
- Who: introduce yourself
- Where: explain your company and what it does
- What: describe what you can offer as a solution
3. Book your travel and hotel accommodations
Find out about traveling and staying in Las Vegas.
Planning your time at the show
4. Book your meetings
Prepare for your meeting and let the exhibitors know your intentions beforehand so the meeting can focus on your requirements. Learn more about meetings
5. Attend education and events
We have over 150 free education sessions. Pick some sessions and add them to your schedule. You can view the education program from the end of August. Find out what's on
6. Give yourself some free time
We suggest you keep some time free for unexpected meetings. There are also plenty of quiet spaces to recharge, have a coffee and catch up on emails while you’re at the show. Check out our Well-being page for relaxation and restoration.
Network like a pro
7. Use your IMEX account
With your IMEX account, everything is in one place. If you're attending as a buyer, you can schedule meetings with exhibitors, see a full attendee list, plan education and activities to attend, and message other attendees.
8. Embrace the social side
Embrace the social scene at IMEX and find out what on offer for networking and working out while at the show.
There are lots of exhibitor events on the show floor, plus many other networking activities to take part in—from the IMEXrun in the morning, to MPI Foundation Rendezvous in the evening.
Getting the most out of IMEX
Use of the floorplan—available on our app at the show. If you're a buyer, we suggest you book meetings close together, so you’re not walking from one end of the hall to the other. Top tip: wear comfortable shoes!
Join us for our first timers welcome on Tuesday! You’ll have the chance to meet fellow newcomers and the IMEX team. Plus, you’ll get a brief introduction to Storycraft Lab’s Experience Profiles™. For more details, check out number 10 below.
Sign in to your IMEX account and add the session to your schedule, pre-registration required.
We are there to help you at the show. Find us at the information desks and on the show floor.
Plan well, have fun and be open to meeting new people.
You can check out Know before you go for everything you need before the show.
If you have any questions before you arrive check our FAQs or contact us
10. Discover your Experience Profile™ and personalize your IMEX journey
Curious about how to enhance your IMEX experience? Want to connect with other attendees in new and meaningful ways? We're partnering with Storycraft Lab to bring you the Experience Profiles, a powerful tool that enables tailored recommendations and valuable networking connections.
Take the quiz*
*The quiz is optional and operated by Storycraft Lab, a third-party website. Any personal information provided will be shared with Storycraft Lab.
Some top tips from our team
Check out our team’s top 10 things to do in Las Vegas.
"As so much of the Vegas action is inside, seek out some daylight wherever you can—you can easily get from the show floor to the tranquil Mandalay Bay pool area."
Lottie Elson, Head of Campaigns, IMEX Group
"Try the Las Vegas monorail. The Las Vegas monorail is super cool. It avoids the traffic, saves time and runs from Mandalay Bay, stopping at the Luxor then Excalibur—about a seven minute trip. There are also other routes from other casinos along the Strip."
Gillian Heath, Campaign Manager, Buyers, IMEX Group
"I love exploring the Strip but if you have time go to Downtown Las Vegas. From a container park with a treehouse to great bars and restaurants, it's an experience unlike any other!"
Suzanne Mulligan, Head of Engagement, IMEX Group
Call: +44 (0) 1273 227311
Email: enquiries@imexevents.com
