Greetings from Seat 24D aboard a United Airlines plane Somewhere Over America. You see, it's go time for the editors of National Fisherman and WorkBoat. So I'm flying the friendly skies to Seattle for Pacific Marine Expo 2014.
Pacific Marine Expo 2014 begins Wednesday, Nov. 19 at the CenturyLink Field Event Center in Seattle. Lindsey McMorrow photoThe 47th edition of the show is taking place Wednesday, Nov. 19 through Friday, Nov. 21 at the CenturyLink Field Event Center. No doubt you're making your way there, too. Question is, what's your battle plan when you get there?
It's a big show, and there's a lot to do and see. It can be a little overwhelming. You know, sort of like when you walk into a mega supermarket. Unless you have a list of what to get, you may wander aimlessly through the miles of aisles looking in vain for the loaf of bread, gallon of milk and carton of eggs you came in for.
But I remember reading once that a good plan of attack is to jot down on the back of a business card three things you really want to get done each day at the show. Your agenda might look something like this:
• Check out the exhibitor booths. If you're looking to buy some gear, you've come to the right place. PME has a wealth of exhibitors displaying their wares. In one convenient location, commercial mariners can find the latest and greatest in equipment, propulsion, builders, suppliers, new products and more.
• Attend interesting and informative conferences. PME has an intriguing slate of sessions each day that should provide you with ideas and knowledge that are important to your business on and off the water.
• Take some "me" time. All work and no play makes Johnny a dull boy. So get together with your friends over a refreshing beverage in the ZF Beer Garden, open during the last hour of the show each day. And stop by the National Fisherman booth (#755) to say hi, take advantage of our show special subscription offer and tell a story or two for our NF Live cameras. Who knows? You could become an Internet sensation.
See? Getting the most out of your Pacific Marine Expo experience is as easy as one, two, three.
