The Ultimate COMP2025 Expo Guide

Your essential guide to navigating COMP2025: Colorado’s premier Manufacturing & Supplier Expo. Discover key strategies to exhibit, attend, and connect for maximum impact at this year’s event.

Official COMP2025 Agenda

7:00am | Exhibitor Hall Opens to Exhibitors

8:00am | Exhibitor Hall Opens to Public

9:00am | Ribbon Cutting & Opening Ceremony

9:45am | Keynote Speaker: Topic Announcing Soon!

10:30am | Speaker Presentation: Building the Supply Chain You Actually Want with Spencer Traver, Sustainment. Room 1

10:30pm | Panel Discussion – Cybersecurity in Manufacturing. Full topic reveal coming soon. Room 2

11:15am | Speaker Presentation: Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DMFA) with Bill Devenish, The Devenish Group. Room 1

11:15am | Speaker Presentation: Manufacturing the Future: Meeting the Carbon Zero Challenge with Adam DeVoe, DeVoe Law and Manufacturing Alliance of Colorado. Room 2

12:00 pm | Speaker Presentation: Do your SOPs really work? Digitizing Tribal Knowledge Before it Walks Out the Door with Batina Aloisi, Snap SOP. Room 1

12:00 pm | Speaker Presentation – Scaling Product Development. Full topic reveal coming soon! Room 2

1:00 pm | Speaker Presentation: Wasted Potential: Literally. How Lean Helps You Stop Doing Dumb Stuff At Work with Brian Greene, Desert Glassworks. Room 1

1:00 pm | Speaker Presentation: AI in Manufacturing. Full topic reveal coming soon! Room 2

1:45 pm | Speaker Presentation: Order Over Chaos: The Strength of Engineering Standards with Ken Marchek, Vichek Solutions. Room 1

1:45 pm | Speaker Presentation: Protecting Innovation: IP in Manufacturing. Topic Reveal Coming Soon! Room 2

3:30pm | End of Expo – Wrap up

3:30pm | Networking Reception Happy Hour

Top Reasons to Participate in COMP2025

Exhibiting provides a unique platform to actively present your solutions and engage directly with prospects. This hands-on approach often translates into a significantly higher return on investment for your sales and marketing efforts compared to simply attending.

Showcase Capabilities
Demonstrate your products, services, and technical expertise live – building confidence and credibility.
Strengthen Brand Visibility
Increase awareness among industry peers, buyers, and influencers in your target region.
Reach Hard-to-Reach Decision-Makers
Engage directly with key industry leaders looking for manufacturing solutions and collaborations.
Build a Pipeline of High-Quality Prospects
Attract motivated customers ready to explore partnerships and sourcing opportunities.
Shorten the Sales Cycle
Build trust faster with face-to-face conversations, product demos, and instant feedback.
Form Strategic Partnerships
Discover opportunities to collaborate with other manufacturers and suppliers in your supply chain.
Gain Market Insights
Discover industry trends, understand customer challenges, and identify emerging opportunities.
Network with Key Decision-Makers
Connect directly with owners, executives, engineers, and procurement teams—all in one place.
Face-to-Face Networking: Colorado’s only event uniting manufacturers, suppliers, and public partners. Connect with experts and decision-makers who value in-person engagement.
Maximize ROI vs Traditional Marketing
Reach a concentrated, qualified audience without the high cost of digital ads or media campaigns.

Booth Essentials

Securing your exhibition space at COMP2025 is your first step to a successful expo experience. Ensure your booth stands out to effectively engage attendees.

Availability: Space can be limited
As Colorado’s premier Manufacturing & Supplier Expo, COMP2025 attracts significant interest from businesses and partners across the state. Exhibitor spaces, especially prime locations, are in high demand. It’s advisable to register early to secure your booth before availability runs out.

Booth Space: Size and Space Requirements
When planning your exhibit, consider what you’ll want to showcase in-booth. Also consider the number of team members who will be interacting with visitors. This will help you determine the ideal booth size to maximize your presence.

COMP2025 offers flexible booth sizes to accommodate various needs, including:

10×10 Enclosed Booths
10×20 Enclosed Booths

What Equipment is Supplied
To help you plan, here’s a general overview of what you can expect in your booth space and what you’ll need to arrange:

Table: 6′ x 30″ table with standard black tablecloth
Chairs: (10 x 10: two chairs per booth, 10 x 20: 4 per booth)
Access to Electrical (standard outlets)

What You’ll Need to Bring/Arrange:

Power Supply & Extension Cords: Standard electrical access available upon request.
Company Equipment & Samples: All products, machinery, interactive displays, or samples specific to your company’s offerings.
Large Displays / TVs: If you plan to showcase product videos or interactive demos, please note all monitors or display screens must be provided by the exhibitor.
Small Displays / Handhelds: Devices like tablets, laptops, or smaller product displays.
Banners: Retractable banners and tabletop signs are excellent for vertical branding. Note that there will be no place to hang banners, so please plan for freestanding or tabletop options.
Handouts: Business cards, flyers, brochures, and promotional materials are essential for sharing information and capturing leads.

Helpful Tips:

Branding: Ensure your company name and logo are clear, with website and contact details easy to access.
Website: Create dedicated landing pages or contact forms to direct customers for more information about your offerings.
Attraction: Consider bringing prizes, games, or interactive elements to draw visitors in and encourage engagement and creativity at your booth.
Interactions: Prepare concise pitches, quick surveys, lead capture forms, and compelling offers to maximize your engagement with prospects.

Last-Minute Checklist

The final week leading up to COMP2025 is critical for ensuring a smooth and successful expo experience. Use this checklist to confirm all essential preparations are in place, allowing your team to focus on engaging with attendees and maximizing opportunities.

Business Cards: Digital and Physical
Have a substantial supply of physical business cards ready. For a modern touch, also prepare digital business cards or QR codes that link directly to your contact information for easy exchange.

Website: Landing Pages and Contact Form
Double-check that all dedicated landing pages for promotions or lead capture are fully functional. Ensure your website’s contact forms are working correctly and directing inquiries to the right team members.

Social Links: Verify they Work
Verify that all social media profiles (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram) you plan to promote are up-to-date and easily accessible. Prepare any specific posts or campaigns for the expo week.

Team | Personnel: Align on a Plan
Confirm your team’s schedule, roles, and responsibilities for each day of the expo. Ensure everyone is briefed on booth etiquette, key messaging, and lead capture procedures.

Lead Gen Strategy: Focus on Target Prospects
Review your target prospect list or Ideal Customer Profiles (ICPs). Familiarize your team with the types of attendees you want to attract and engage with.

Transportation
Finalize all travel arrangements for your team and any equipment, including flights, rental vehicles, or personal transport to the expo venue.

Accommodations
For those requiring lodging, we recommend booking early at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Colorado Springs to ensure availability. Standard hotel rates apply.

Shipping
If needed, verify that all booth materials, products, displays, and promotional items have been shipped and are tracked for timely arrival at the venue or nearby pickup location. Confirm return shipping arrangements if necessary.

Exhibiting at the Expo: What To Expect

Understanding the flow of COMP2025 will help you maximize your time and ensure a smooth experience from start to finish. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect as an exhibitor:

Important Dates and Times

Exhibitor Move-in: Tuesday, September 30th | 12 – 4pm

Set up will take place the day before the event. For booths that do not require extensive move-in, simple set up can also be done the morning of the expo. Doors open for exhibitors at 700 am.

If you have any questions on loading items, please see the hotel front desk when you arrive to be directed to the exhibitor hall.

Day of COMP2025 Expo: Wednesday, October 1st | 8am – 530pm

Exhibitor Hall Opens to Exhibitors: 700am
Exhibitor Hall Opens to Public: 800am – 300pm
Ribbon Cutting | Opening Ceremony: 900am – 930am
Keynote Speaker: 945am – 1015am
Speaker Presentations | Panels: 1030am to 330pm
Networking Happy Hour: 330pm to 530pm

Note: Finalized agenda will be posted 1 week prior to event.

Booth Selection
Booth assignments are based on registration order and availability. Booth maps will be emailed to all exhibitors prior to the event. Company names will also be visibly posted on each booth for exhibitor setup.

Check-in and Badges
Exhibitors can check-in with a COMP2025 attendant during exhibitor move-in or day of event to receive their show badge.

Exhibitor Lunch
Lunch will be provided onsite for those with designated exhibitor badges between 12pm and 2pm. More details will be provided upon check-in.

Exhibitor’s with Hiring and /or Intern Needs
For those exhibitors who designated hiring or intern needs at registration, you will be given a booth indicator to display / attach to your booth the day of show that will let attendees know you have open positions or internships. Exhibitors should be prepared to share clear instructions on how attendees can obtain more information. Handing out printed flyers are an effective way to do this.

Additional Exhibitor Passes
Your registration includes two complimentary Exhibitor passes. If you require additional exhibitor passes for your team, they are available for purchase on our website here.

Speaker Presentations and Panels Access
Speaker presentations and Panels are included in your registration. Presentations will be located in an adjacent hall across from the exhibit hall. Confirmed speakers and finalized agenda will be shared closer to the event.

Interested in speaking at COMP2025? Learn more at: https://comfgpartners.com/speak

Sponsorship Opportunities
Enhance your company’s visibility by exploring our sponsorship packages, which offer exclusive event benefits such as prime booth locations, additional exhibitor passes, and extensive marketing exposure. Find out more about sponsorship opportunities here.

Promote Your Participation
Promote your COMP2025 booth presence on social media platforms like LinkedIn and Facebook to keep customers and suppliers in the loop. Repost COMP2025 Linkedin posts to help your network learn how to attend.

Have questions or need further assistance? Contact us at ‪(719) 257-3931‬ or through our contact page online.

Attending the Expo: Networking and More

Be ready to engage—expos like COMP2025 are welcoming spaces for meaningful business conversations. Ask questions, spark dialogue with exhibitors, and approach the event with a clear strategy. It’s a prime opportunity to grow your network and gain valuable insights into Colorado’s manufacturing industry.

Determine Your Professional Needs or Interests: Before stepping onto the expo floor, clarify your objectives. Are you seeking new suppliers, potential collaborations, career opportunities, or insights into specific technologies? Knowing your goals will guide your interactions.

Identify Your Prospects: Pinpoint specific companies or individuals whose work aligns with your interests and prioritize visiting their booths or attending their sessions.

Prepare Your Elevator Pitch: Craft a concise and compelling introduction (typically 30-60 seconds) that highlights who you are, what you do, and what you’re looking for. Practice it until it feels natural.

Explore the Event: Don’t just stick to one area. Walk the entire expo floor to discover unexpected opportunities, new technologies, and companies you might not have initially identified.

Find Speakers or Workshops: Check the event schedule for speaker presentations, workshops, or panel discussions relevant to your interests. These sessions are excellent for learning and often provide opportunities to ask questions and connect with presenters, industry experts and fellow peers.

Share Contact Information: Always be ready to exchange business cards. Consider using digital methods or apps for easy sharing and note-taking to remember key details about your new connections.

Enjoy Your Time: While strategic, networking should also be enjoyable. Be open, friendly, and authentic in your interactions. A positive and relaxed demeanor can make a lasting impression.

Plan Any Before/After Events or Activities: Consider inviting key customers or strategic partners to join you at pre-expo receptions, happy hours (like the one at COMP2025), or post-expo dinners or gatherings. These relaxed settings often spark deeper, more meaningful conversations and connections.

After the Expo: Follow Up

The connections you make at COMP2025 are just the beginning. Effective follow-up is crucial for converting new contacts into valuable business relationships and maximizing your return on investment from the expo.

Make Contact via Email or Phone: Prioritize sending personalized follow-up emails within 24-48 hours of the expo. Reference specific conversations you had and reiterate your interest. For warmer leads, a follow-up phone call can reinforce the connection.

Leverage CRM: Utilize your Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to organize all new contacts and notes gathered at the expo. Input details about your interactions, discussed needs, and agreed-upon next steps to ensure no lead falls through the cracks.

Organize Meetings: Propose specific next steps, such as a brief virtual meeting or a coffee chat, to delve deeper into potential collaborations or address specific challenges. Tailor these meeting requests to the individual’s interests and needs identified during your expo interaction.

Advance Qualified Leads: For qualified leads, transition promptly into your sales process. Remember that the expo provided an initial warm introduction; now is the time to deliver on your value proposition and demonstrate how your solutions can meet their requirements.

Don’t miss out on COMP2025!

As you prepare for COMP2025, remember that this expo is a vital opportunity to connect, learn, and grow within Colorado’s dynamic manufacturing community. By utilizing the strategies outlined in this guide, from meticulously preparing your booth to engaging effectively and following up diligently, you can maximize your experience.

COMP2025 is more than an event; it’s a network designed to foster collaboration, spark innovation, and propel your business forward.

Visit comfgpartners.com to learn more and make the most of COMP2025. Don’t forget to share event details with your colleagues, contacts and customers via email and social media to let them know what your business is up to. See you there!