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Kayla McGarry | Impressions Expo | Shirt Show 326

SHIRT SHOW··15 September 2026·1h 40m

About this episode

Kayla McGarry is the Group Show Director for Impressions Expo, and she’s here to tell us how she found her way into the trade show world, what goes into putting on an event of this size, and why you don’t want to miss the inaugural Manifest professional conference with MADE Lab at Impressions Expo Dallas. Spoiler alert - WE’LL BE THERE! Topics of discussion include: working in the trade show industry, traveling, how your approach to attending events changes over time, increasing focus on education, the social aspect of a trade show, the state of Impressions Atlantic City, teaming up with MADE lab on Manifest, vetting exhibitors, rites of passage, Impressions magazine, awards and friendly competition, workshops, and the casino walk of shame. Impressions Expo Dallas Discount code: ShirtShow50 for 50% expo pass🔗 All Our Links: https://linktree.com/shirtshow