Exhibitors Services Network Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Exhibitors Services Network  (ESN), a provider of trade show and exhibit solutions and services, is celebrating their 20th year in business.

In a news release, the veteran-owned company, based in the Houston suburb of Galena Park, expressed their pride in achieving what many small businesses have not: surviving start up challenges and ultimately thriving.

Founded by U.S. Army veteran Steve Alford in 1995, the company employs 11 people full-time.

Alford has more than 20 years of trade show experience. He and his team support clients throughout the world in a broad range of industries which include oil and gas, energy services, medical, financial, technology, firearms, and sporting goods.

“Face-to-face marketing works and I have the statistics to prove it," Alford explained. "We have all heard that people want to do business with those whom they know, like and trust. Trade shows and conferences are excellent platforms for spotlighting products and services as well as building or expanding relationships in one place. We play a major role in delivering memorable experiences for our clients and, ultimately, for their clients."

Services that ESN offers include Custom Booth Design and Creation; Project and Logistics Management; Installation and Dismantle Services; Display and Exhibit Storage; and Graphic Design Services. ESN offers accessories such as flooring, furniture, audio visual equipment, signs, banners, tablecloths, pop-up exhibits and other items. The company also maintains a 30,000 square-foot- warehouse for storing client’s exhibits as well as materials available for rent.

Alford discovered his passion for the trade show industry while growing up in his family’s business. He started ESN after his parents sold their business and realized that continuing to work with the new owners was not viable for him personally or professionally.

“My vision for Exhibitors Service Network is to be recognized as one of the world’s premier trade show and exhibit marketing solutions providers," Alford said. "I want our clients to know that we are the best trade show and exhibit marketing company in terms of value, quality, talent, consistency. No job is too small or too large for us. Our installation and dismantle crew can service labor needs in cities across the world and will manage the constantly changing on-site show requirements, union regulations and venue rules. Our team has partnered with industries to service trade show set ups, permanent installs, temporary installs, car shows, private events and special events. Our ESN team is much like a family, and we treat our clients the same.”

Alford attributes recruiting and retaining key personnel as critical factors that fueled the company’s growth.

“I am honored to work with great people who share my client service philosophy," Alford added. "I strive to always treat my employees with respect and give them flexibility so that the desire for life-work balance is actually attainable. We are committed to meeting our clients’ needs at a fair price, and we are willing to do just about anything our clients ask us to do. We know there is always one or more ways to satisfy a need.”