miles put on my not-so-comfortable shoes. But I wouldn’t trade that experience for anything.” It’s through those experiences that promo pros start to see the industry for what it really is: a community of people building something together. Robbins had the realization not long after his first Expo. “[I thought] ‘OK, I’m not in a badge industry, or even a promotional items industry. I’m in a people and relationship industry,’” Robbins says. “The value Expo provides in setting the table to nurture and grow established bonds while also developing brand-new relationships is paramount and is the main reason we attend annually.” Quinn Bui, owner at N9ner Marketing and a 2023 PPAI Rising Star, says that you grow in this industry with each time you attend The PPAI Expo. … X Josh Robbins Vault Promotions OK, I’m not in a badge industry, or even a promotional items industry. I’m in a people and relationship industry. +Follow No Minimums FREE SETUP Looking for Display Products? High quality full-color display products at an affordable price from a trusted supplier We Have What You Need! PPAI/582106 SAGE/50398 Go To DiscountMarketingProducts.com & Click on Promotions for Sale Pricing 147 Table Cover Styles Now available in Stain-Resistant and Sustainable Eco-Friendly Fabrics 28 Display Wall Styles The Expo Experience | Must Read PPAI • NOVEMBER 2023 • 79
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