What is the San Rafael Chamber Business Showcase?

The San Rafael Business showcase is a one day event put on by the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce that allows local businesses to display their products and services to other chamber members and the general population.

I participated in it for 2 years, and received a great PR boost because of it. I was able to display, through a series of LCD screens and projectors, my web design along with my print design. During one the years, I received a technical achievement award for my booth design.

If you are new to participating in the San Rafael Chamber's Business showase, here are a few pointers that might help you:

• Bring a lot of business cards. Along with Chamber members, you're going to have the general public there as well.
• Have your elevator pitch ready.
• Don't try to close the sale there, but instead instill a positive feeling to what could be your next potential customer/client.
• If they want a follow-up, follow up. It can be overwhelming when you realize that you might have to make a dozen or so calls, but reaching out to him or her really can make a difference.
• Get to know other participants. With the San Rafael Chamber's Business showcase, you get ample time to setup. This is a great time to get to know other people's businesses.

I'm sure that before you know it, time will have added wings and the showcase's hours will be over. Good luck at the business showcase!

Cheers,
Haydn S. Adams
Nautilus Designs