Marlene Thorne
Specialty Shows & Events
About Us
The most extensive array of interior and exterior products for your home! The Anaheim Home and Garden Show will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center April 30 - May 2, 2021. Exhibitor inquiries call 714-622-5031.
How We Got Started
I was an exhibitor doing trade shows until I got tired of living out of a suitcase. I went to work for a consumer show producer in 1983. Eventually I started my own show production company.
The products and services we offer
Recommendations Received (55)
Victor T
Baldwin Builders
Highly Recommended
"Marlene is on the front line, promoting products and services akin to our business, and we look..."
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"Marlene is on the front line, promoting products and services akin to our business, and we look forward to collaborating with her in the future"
Marlene Thorne
On The Edge Promotions, Inc.
Highly Recommended
"They care about their exhibitors and always provide honesty and integrity in the industry."
Products & Services
This year we have added two new features -- our tiny house village and the estate and vintage showcase.
Recommendations Given (100)
Victor T
Baldwin Builders
Highly Recommended
"Victor is a reliable builder who can easily understand the needs of his clients. "
Marlene Thorne
On The Edge Promotions, Inc.
Highly Recommended
"The company specializes in strong advertising of their events and they truly care about their..."
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"The company specializes in strong advertising of their events and they truly care about their exhibitors. "
Recent Activity
Widespread vaccinations might mean the re-opening of convention centers and my business. Unfortunately as a one woman business, I didn't qualify for a PPP loan.
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Widespread vaccinations might mean the re-opening of convention centers and my business. Unfortunately as a one woman business, I didn't qualify for a PPP loan.
My business is still shut down as the convention centers are still on lockdown and mass gatherings are not acceptable yet. I am grateful for my understanding exhibitors. I am grateful for the health of my family, friends and business associates. I am grateful for God's love.
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My business is still shut down as the convention centers are still on lockdown and mass gatherings are not acceptable yet. I am grateful for my understanding exhibitors. I am grateful for the health of my family, friends and business associates. I am grateful for God's love.
The convention centers where we produce our consumer shows are still on lockdown.
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The convention centers where we produce our consumer shows are still on lockdown.
I saw an arts and crafts show have a contest for the must decorated and unusual face mask. Why not, after all it is the new fashion statement.
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I saw an arts and crafts show have a contest for the must decorated and unusual face mask. Why not, after all it is the new fashion statement.
I was told I don't qualify as I have no employees.
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I was told I don't qualify as I have no employees.
Many business are experiencing scheduling problems.
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Many business are experiencing scheduling problems.
I prefer to buy from local businesses. We all need to support one another. I tried ordering online when I was sick and I am still waiting for my delivery. They managed to charge my credit card though. Machinery and technology are taking away jobs from human beings. Online entities advertise...
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I prefer to buy from local businesses. We all need to support one another. I tried ordering online when I was sick and I am still waiting for my delivery. They managed to charge my credit card though. Machinery and technology are taking away jobs from human beings. Online entities advertise "avoid the lines". Have you ever waited in a long queue trying to talk to a live person to get a question answered and being told to pick a number none of which relate to your question? Give me friendly, local businesses anytime!!
In Southern California, advertising is very diversified. There are numerous print publications, radio station and television stations as well as social media, direct mail, etc. Knowing where to get the most bang for your buck is important. Keeping up with what attracts a targeted audience is...
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In Southern California, advertising is very diversified. There are numerous print publications, radio station and television stations as well as social media, direct mail, etc. Knowing where to get the most bang for your buck is important. Keeping up with what attracts a targeted audience is also important. I have $10,000 + giveaways at our shows to help determine which advertising avenues work the best.
First of all, being able to speak with the final decision maker or all decision makers is essential. Years ago when I sold solar energy, many times a couple would say they were the homeowners only to find out their parents who lived in another state were also on the deed to the property. All...
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First of all, being able to speak with the final decision maker or all decision makers is essential. Years ago when I sold solar energy, many times a couple would say they were the homeowners only to find out their parents who lived in another state were also on the deed to the property. All homeowners were required for the decision. In business decision, it is important to have all partners involved or the final decision maker involved. It can be very frustrating to have one partner want to participate in a home show only to have the other partner say no because he wasn't consulted in the first place.
When selling anything, it is important to find out what the true objection is. Do they not believe in the product or service, is it financial, is it a lack of personnel, etc.? Once you know what the true objection is, you can work on overcoming it. If you don't know what the true objection is you can often hit a brick wall.
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Much of Southern California has a lot of rapid growth and change. For my business, growth is vital. The more people, the greater the need for home improvement. We adapt to growth and change by staying on the cutting edge of advertising. It is important to maintain one's existing customer base...
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Much of Southern California has a lot of rapid growth and change. For my business, growth is vital. The more people, the greater the need for home improvement. We adapt to growth and change by staying on the cutting edge of advertising. It is important to maintain one's existing customer base through Eblasts, direct promotions and contact, etc. yet being open to new forms of advertising such as more social media. We always welcome new business but remain loyal to our pre-existing customers.