Here are just some of the comments from previous visitors to Publishing Expo.
"I found my day at the show really useful and it was just what you want from an exhibition. I met up with a host of contacts, suppliers and ex-colleagues. It was great to see them and it proved to be a useful springboard to discuss business. There are a number of contacts that I am now pursuing as a result of the show.
David Goulthorpe, Group Business Director CMPi
"Attending Publishing Expo is very much flagged as a ‘must’ on the Planet Ink Ltd calendar as it is clearly the UK’s premier event in its field. Its growing size, diversity and ability to attract the leading names in print and digital alongside new innovators makes it well worth the journey down from Scotland for us. Not only are we able to ensure we keep on top of new trends, but get a chance to network with old friends and make valuable new contacts at the same time."
Shaun Milne, Founding Director, Planet Ink Ltd
“A great chance to compare lots of different solutions. A very worthwhile visit.”
Rob Cullen, Group Property Manager, Newsquest (Sussex) Ltd
“I attend Publishing Expo each year but found this year's exhibition superb. Long may it continue!”
Linda Alderson, Production Director, Hemming Group Ltd
“You can see everyone in one day and almost every stand was of use.”
Lucy Brazier, Publisher, Glass's Information Services
“If you're serious about publishing you can't afford to miss this show. It is useful to meet existing contractors and I always meet interesting new suppliers with innovative products whilst gaining knowledge in seminars. I have attended for two consecutive years and will be there next year.”
Oliver Romain, Managing Director, Accession Exhibitions & Publishing Ltd
“I found the seminars particularly informative, especially those which discussed the opportunities and advances with online publishing. These seminars proved to be very popular, judging by the turnout of those who attended them, as was the rest of the Expo. It was a good opportunity to also meet representatives at the forefront of the new technology which is shaping and leading the way for publishing in the future. The dates for next year are already in my diary!”
Anthony Kay, Production Manager, Accounting and Business Magazine (ACCA)
“The seminars I attended were brilliant.”
Philip Gibbs, Sales Manager, BSH / Ocean Media
“The best place to visit to get ahead in the publishing world.”
Dan Kanolik, Elite Publishing
“An excellent event for networking and meeting potential new suppliers.”
Matthew Parker, Print & Procurement
“We work in an exciting industry, and Publishing Expo has provided a much-needed mid-winter reminder of that these past three years. An opportunity to see what's out there; the vast experience of other professionals and other companies, and cutting-edge products and services.”
Don Heatrick, Technical Author, Camera Dynamics Limited
“It is good to be able to view rival suppliers in close proximity, both to compare functionality and to be able to see market trends as they develop.”
Stephen Alexander-Phelan, Business Systems Analyst, Archant
“Denmaur were really good – they had sponsored some excellent seminars. Very valuable to our industry.”
Sarah Winstone, Head of Production, Story Worldwide
“Publishing Expo is one of the most important events in our calendar. Visiting the exhibition plays a key role in determining who our suppliers will be for the year ahead. We have already awarded one contract as a result of attending and two more are in the pipeline.”
Nicholas Barr, Publisher, The Global Media Alliance
"The chance to see, meet and question some of the great figures in the industry."
Paul Richardson, Editorial director, Archant Herts and Cambs
“Publishing Expo is as usual the place to learn about how to grow in the competitive marketplace.”
Ivan Beavis, Circulation Manager, The Morning Star
“Excellent seminars in the creative theatre. Very inspirational. Bruno Maag gave an energetic and fascinating talk on fonts.”
Sara Doveton, Art Director, SCD & Associates design studio
“The creative seminars were extremely knowledgeable and enjoyable as well - they helped to inspire and motivate me to make my magazine better.”
Carrie Bremner, Art Editor, My Child
“Publishing Expo is a valuable investment in time for all publishers, big and small.”
Kevin O'Donnell, Managing Director, Portfolio Publishing Ltd
“Very useful and informative. Widened my horizons and provided some very useful networking opportunities.”
Brenden Dyke, Advertising Manager, Vinalith Ltd
“I came away from Publishing Expo buzzing with new ideals & options on moving our publications forward.”
Martin Lodge, Marketing, Robert Lee Distribution
“Publishing Expo provided invaluable information and advice from people who were experts in their field or benefited quite simply from experience - it was fascinating to learn how other publications carried out successful promotions & learn from those that failed. Highly recommended."
Michaela Montgomery-Swan, Marketing Director, Oyster House Media Ltd
“For business networking, ideas and advice, this event is the best two days you will spend all year."
Natalie Westwood, Editor, Access Journal
“The programme of seminars is very important and this year had an excellent spread of interest. I also use the show to meet up with my current suppliers and old colleagues to see what their ideas are.”
Tim Martin, Circulation Marketing Manager, Incisive
“It’s great to have the opportunity to hear directly from other people working in our industry”
Jacob Lonsdale, Managing Editor, The Royal Society of Health
“I came away from Publishing Expo buzzing with ideas to put into practice. The seminars were fantastic, really informative. I will definitely attend next year.”
Emma Magnus, Features & Marketing, Fur & Feather magazine
John Simpson, General Manager, Rhinegold Publishing Limited
"More than just a product exhibition, Publishing Expo includes quality lectures and seminars on emerging patterns, new technologies, business development and publishing philosophies."
Euan MacKinnon, Managing Editor, Legalease Law Journals
"The seminars for small businesses helped shape some of our future plans. And helped to reassure us that we were on the right track with others!"
Amanda Nicholls, Editor, PPP Bulletin
"A good mix of everything you need to know about publishing, if you are new to publishing or if you have seen it all before."
Louisa Sommerville, Subscriptions Manager, London Review of Books
James Blake, Communications Manager, Cats Protection/The Cat magazine
Nicholas Barr, Publisher, The Global Media Alliance
"The team at Publishing Expo have delivered another successful event. It is a great opportunity to meet and hear those who are at the heart of the publishing business."
Anthony Kay, Production Manager, Accounting and Business / ACCA
"We found 2 companies of major use to use and will be buying from 1 of them after further discussions."
Ann George, Commercial Business Manager, Dog World
"The seminars were excellent. I learned cutting-edge terms that have advanced our business and my expertise in the field."
Amy Kweskin Duncan, Business Development Manager, Legal Action Group
"Something for everyone, no matter what area of publishing"
Claire Smith, Origination Manager, The Lancet