Testimonials

 

Great Location

The Richmond Raceway Complex is the largest and most successful exhibition facility in the market. In addition to being the home of NASCAR’s Richmond International Raceway it is home to many of the biggest and best shows including the Richmond Boat Show, Richmond Camping-RV Show, Carolina Craftsmen’s craft shows, Bazaar Bazaar, Richmond Home & Garden Show etc.   The easily accessible location and acres of free parking make it a favorite for consumers and exhibitors alike.

  

Outstanding Advertising

As the old saying goes “you have to spend money to make money”. This has never been truer than in relation to producing a successful consumer show and has always been the motto of Royal Productions. You could have the biggest and best show in the world but if people don’t know about it you will not attract the consumer you’re trying to reach.  Some small businesses try to skimp on advertising. In the short run they may save a few dollars …. in the long run they will fail.  Over the past 34 years the Virginia Outdoor Sportsman's Show has relied almost exclusively on direct mail.  In 2017 our proven formula included spending substantial amounts of money on: TV, Radio, Print, Direct Mail, Internet/Web, Social Media, and E-mail Marketing.  We increased the advertising budget by 400%,  and our hard work paid off....we had a fantastic show with the best attendance in years....over 12,000 people!

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Professional Service

For over 40 years Royal Productions has earned a solid reputation for offering fair and honest service. When we produce an event it is not a “one time shot”.  We produce events for the “long haul”. That means we need to treat our customers right year after year.  Our most important asset is our reputation.  It’s been built over years and years of outstanding, personal customer service and it’s your assurance that you will benefit from our mutual efforts.  We spend time, effort, energy, and money to ensure our exhibitors make the most of their investment in our shows.  We focus on producing a quality show with the particular vendors our consumers want to see, not just random "filler" booths.  Certain categories are limited as to not overwhelm the attendees, but instead give them enough information and options to make an informed buying decision.  W are always available to give ideas, input, or feedback on exhibiting in our shows.

 

 Face to Face

There is no better way to sell than face to face. Period. Traditional advertising methods are great for reaching large numbers of prospective customers but ultimately it’s up to the consumer to take action. They still have to pick up the phone, visit your place of business, website, or contact you as a response to your advertising. The internet has certainly changed the way people shop. It has given buyers tools to find and compare companies in minutes in the comfort of their own homes. But they still can’t touch or feel products. And most importantly there are always questions.  Exhibitors at our events have the opportunity to address these questions.   Think about the billions of dollars automobile manufacturers and dealers spend each year on advertising: radio, television, newspapers, magazines, direct mail, internet, and yet it all still comes down to one thing…their desire to get you into the dealership to sit down face-to-face with a salesperson.

 

Really Being Able to Sell

Wouldn’t it be great to advertise your products or services and have people call or email you to place orders?  Sure, that happens sometimes but it’s not how most companies do business. Most people need to have details, information, and have questions answered before they make a decision to buy, especially in today’s tough economic times.  That’s why an exhibit at the Virginia Outdoor Sportsman Show puts your product and service directly in front of potential customers.   Most salespeople know they have to work extra hard to actually SELL a potential new customer. They need to be in a position to convince potential customers why they should buy your product, why it’s better than what your competitors offer, why it’s worth the money, and why they should buy NOW. The ability to overcome objections is paramount to selling any product. A good salesperson must be able to READ a potential customer’s reaction, expressions and body language in order to close a sale. If all products sold themselves there wouldn’t be any salespeople  -  just order takers.

 

Qualified Prospects

Suppose you charged potential customers a fee just to find out more about your product or service?  What if you charged them $10.00 to visit your office, showroom, or website just for the privilege of being able to buy from you?  You probably wouldn’t have too many takers. But the few people who would pay for that privilege would be highly qualified.  That’s exactly what happens every year at the Virginia Outdoor Sportsman Show.​