Print World 2010 was a success for visitors and exhibitors alike, judging by the anecdotes and "sold" signs during and immediately after the show last November. Now those stories have supporting evidence from the post-show Visitor Survey.

Here are some of the statistical highlights:
 
61.6%:
Print World attendees whose future buying decisions have been influenced by attending the show

25.8%:
Print World attendees who placed an order at or after the show (to date)

43.1%:
Print World attendees that do not attend any other Canadian graphic arts trade show

84.4%:
Print World attendees that do not attend any U.S. or overseas graphic arts trade show

How many hours did you spend visiting Print World 2010?

2 hours or less	25.8%
3-5 hours	52.7%
6 hours or more	21.5%

   
What was the single most important reason you attended Print World 2010?

See new equipment	43.8%
Buy new equipment	7.6%
Networking	12.3%
Find new trade suppliers	24.6%
Seminars	5.1%
Keynote Speakers	4.3%

   
How did you find out about Print World 2010?

Trade publication ads	48.1%
Direct mail	37.5%
E-mail promotion	33.9%
Through a supplier	27.9%
Website	12.7%
Through a friend	9.5%
Fax	0.4%
Other	8.5%

   
Watch for a complete post-show report coming soon.

Mark your calendars now for Print World 2012: Nov. 17-19, Direct Energy Centre, Downtown Toronto, Canada.