This message was sent to ##Email## To advertise in this publication please click here December 7, 2022 .TRADE SHOW NEWS Five trends to watch in 2023 TSNN A lingering pandemic in China and elsewhere. War in Europe. Inflation rates not seen in a generation in major markets. Droughts, hurricanes and record temperatures. It’s certainly not “business as usual” as we write the closing chapter for 2022. And 2023? Not all will be black and white, and economists are using endless types of grey in their outlooks for the next year. READ MORE Monthly US meetings and events volume beats 2019 levels for first time Hospitality Net Data insights org Knowland released its U.S. monthly meetings and events data for November, reporting that November 2022 achieved 103.1% of November 2019 volume, exceeding monthly pre-pandemic levels for the first time. READ MORE Major trade show pushes convention center to its limits WXIN-TV For 10 years the Performance Racing Industry trade show has packed the Indiana Convention Center each December, bringing an estimated 50,000 participants to town and leaving behind an anticipated $70 million economic impact. READ MORE .MARKETING Leverage TikTok for marketing and other expert tips for growing a business Small Business Trends Today’s small businesses have more options than ever when it comes to marketing a business. Tons of different platforms and tech tools exist – from TikTok to Amazon to voice assistants. So how can you leverage all these in your business? Read the tips below from members of the online small business community. READ MORE 10 holiday marketing ideas for small businesses Atlanta Small Business Network The holiday season is upon us, and for small business owners, that means it’s crunch time. No other time of year will see as many customers shopping stores with pockets full of money ready to spend. READ MORE Email marketing doesn't have to be complicated — small-business owners share 3 steps they took to get a campaign off the ground in no time Business Insider Whether you're about to start a company or just looking for new ways to help your small business succeed, launching a marketing channel can feel daunting. That's certainly how Davis Nguyen, the founder of the consulting-job-search program My Consulting Offer, felt when adding email to his marketing mix two years into his business. READ MORE .INDUSTRY NEWS How to care for your yard and garden in winter U.S. News & World Report Winter can bring its own unique challenges, but as far as the landscaping goes, you’re pretty much done, right? Unfortunately, depending on where you live, plant care is a year-round business. But that doesn’t mean winter lawn and garden care has to be difficult or dramatic. READ MORE 8 trends driving grower technology adoption Greenhouse Grower Every greenhouse grower, regardless of size or crops grown, likely looks at technology and automation through the same lens: Does it make my operation more efficient, does it help me save on labor and other costs, and does it help me improve plant quality? READ MORE   My Garden Center Connect with LGMA Hailey Golden, Director of Publishing, MultiView, 469-420-2630 | Download media kit Lawn & Garden Marketing Association Contact Us Click here to unsubscribe.  Learn how to add us to your safe sender list so our emails get to your inbox. ADVERTISE SUBSCRIBE PAST ISSUES   7701 Las Colinas Ridge, Ste. 800, Irving, TX 75063