Overview Welcome to the future of Experiential Marketing. At Astound Group, our clients are our top priority. Every day, we go to great lengths to provide them with exceptional quality and outstanding service. With our team of experienced professionals, we have earned our reputation as a reliable and innovative business partner. We’re a “design first” company, and we have the expertise to deliver our work on time, and on budget, no matter where in the world your show takes place. At Astound Group, there’s no such thing as an ordinary job. We know that each client has different needs and objectives. We go beyond the expected in an effort to understand and satisfy those needs in the most creative ways possible. We bring a fresh approach to every project we do. It’s a source of pride for us at Astound, and in this industry, it’s truly unique. Tradeshows Don't just be seen, be remembered. Innovative designs, quality construction, flawless, hassle-free execution. These are the necessary elements in being a great tradeshow service provider. Keeping up with the latest trends in the industry and adhering strictly to budgets – these are equally important considerations. There are very few companies that have the experience that Astound does when it comes to doing shows around the world. From Canada and the USA to Taipei, Shanghai, Singapore, Seoul, Tokyo, and all over Europe as well, these are all regular stops in our annual schedule and have been for the past 8 years. The extent of our network of global partners really differentiates us from our competitors. Events It's all about the experience. At Astound Group, we recognize that a creative approach to every project is critical in producing successful events. The innovative use of many elements - lighting, music, and décor to name just a few – contributes to a great execution. Style, with careful attention to detail, is always the key to pleasing attendees, and flawless work is an absolute must. From the Business Innovation Exposition Tent that we created for Telus at the PGA Skins game in Collingwood, to creating a more than 44,000 square foot environment for their recent National Sales Conference, Astound Group hasthe capability of producing events of all sizes and styles. Global Reach Astound builds striking exhibits all over the world. At Astound Group, we focus on serving the needs of our clients worldwide. Through an extensive network of local carpenters and suppliers, exhibiting in Asia or Europe is absolutely worry-free. Competitive pricing, even as compared with local vendors, has allowed Astound Group’s international exhibition business to flourish. Thus far, we have produced hundreds of tremendously successful exhibits throughout Asia and Europe. Our people have years of experience implementing large, international tradeshow programs, so no matter where in the world your show is, you can count on us to get there and to get the job done right. The exhibits we have produced in Asia – even those that are for one use only - are always of the highest quality. No matter what continent we're on, our standard is consistent. We give our clients the kind of quality they demand. And they've come to expect our work to look better than the rest. Philosophy Teamwork in Partnership. At Astound Group, we see people as the key to our success: our client partners who provide us with the challenging design projects we thrive on, and the people we employ to bring these projects to life. Our clients motivate and inspire the work we do, and allow us to act as innovators in productive partnerships. Our employees are chosen with care, coming to us with finely-honed skills in design, carpentry, installation and project management - along with a sense of real team spirit. Our staff works cohesively to get the best possible job done on every project. It’s this solid team approach that ensures our clients’ expectations are exceeded every time. Astound’s philosophy of teamwork in partnership is the foundation of our success. Our Work Innovative designs executed with pride. At Astound Group, we recognize that in the world of tradeshows and events, the way you present your business says everything. That’s why design is so important. It, alone, can differentiate you from your competition. We’ll work with you up front to design an exhibit that is captivating, visually engaging, and that reflects the image you want to project. And, we’ll make sure it’s designed with your budget and marketing goals in mind. Each project we take on presents a unique challenge. We bring a fresh approach to every project we do, integrating concepts and materials that our experience tells us will bring exciting results. We understand how important your experience is, and we’ll make sure your design vision is realized. // American Essentials Astound helps American Essentials make a splash at Magic "Our commitment to only the highest standards of excellence and ethics, translates into each and every part of our business. That's why when we were looking at creating a new exhibit environment, there was only one choice. The Astound Group. They showed us why we didn't have to compromise our expectations in any way. They are truly a first class organization." Mike Jerkovic National Sales Manager American Essentials requested that Astound help them showcase their high end, men’s apparel line. And what was delivered proved to be one of the most engaging exhibits at the show. Beautiful robes and comfortable clothing lined the stainless steel and bamboo racks while a peaceful waterfall cascaded down a wall of glass at the rear of the booth. The Zen-like environment created the perfect mood for buyers to be relaxed and enjoy their experience. Entegris Clean and contemporary. Astound delivers a truly engaging exhibit at SEMICON West. "Astound Group's creative vision, drive and design helps our our corporation (Entegris) to be the center of any trade show, no matter what our location in the world." Rose Larson Tradeshow Manager Entegris For its flagship show in San Francisco, Astound helped Entegris (one of the Semiconductor Industry’s largest companies) develop a high-end, custom-designed exhibit. A 20’ tall curving backlit archway welcomed visitors to the 40’ x 50’ space with a 20'x20' adjacent booth for Executive meetings. The exhibit proved to be very funcitonal as well as engaging - with product showcases integrated into graphical interactive kiosks customers could easily find information about any of the several thousand products Entegris produces. TELUS Telecom giant TELUS makes Astound preferred vendor "Astound understood that they were not so much "selling to TELUS" as helping my marketing team succeed in delivering an internal trade show for over 500 employees and 1000 sales people. Their exhibit design was innovative, fresh, and inviting to attendees. The Astound team were incredibly easy to do business with, smart, hard working, proactive, and with seamless delivery even under timeline and budget constraints. I am looking forward to working them again because, as an extended part of my team, they help us raise the bar on quality while allowing us to focus on the business content." Paul Brophy VP Planning and Communications Canada's second largest Telecom company chooses Astound for many of their high profile events. From mall tours in both Eastern and Western Canada to the annual, nationally televised Skins golf game, Astound continues to be a favorite vendor for TELUS. Telus’ business innovation expositions toured Canada last year, making stops in Calgary, Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. Astound Group created a comfortable, non-traditional environment for visitors to come experience all of Telus’ technology. The events surpassed all attendance expectations and drew the very favourable notice of many high-level executives. Because of this success, Astound also produced a similar 40,000 square foot event for Telus at its recent sales conference in Vancouver. ASML A true industry leader chooses Astound for worldwide tradeshow schedule ASML is the world leader in the field of microlithography, ahead of some very impressive competitors - Canon and Nikon. ASML’s TWINSCAN machine is among the most technologically advanced pieces of equipment on the planet. Astound Group was chosen by ASML to be its sole provider of exhibit design and construction around the world, executing shows annually in San Francisco, Tokyo, Shanghai, Munich and San Jose. Astound produced an exhibit that showcased the company brand with an attractive and inviting two-story exhibit, while also functioning as an ideal environment for high level meetings, seminars, and interaction with newcomers. Services We can take care of it all. Expertise in many skill areas is needed to operate tradeshows around the world, and at Astound Group, that’s exactly what we offer. Highly trained and experienced professionals who love what they do and do it well comprise our international team. Our carpenters, project managers, advertising personnel, designers and installers have extensive knowledge of local customs, culture, language and business practice, so whatever the location, you can count on us to meet your needs. Our depth of global experience has taught us that attention to detail is the key to success every time. We carefully plan the sequence of steps that has to occur in order for your show to run smoothly. We’ll work with you from start to finish, handling customs documentation and shipping, booth set-up, dismantling and finally, storage of your materials. We’ll make the whole process happen smoothly, so you can keep your focus where it belongs -on your business. Rental More than you might expect from rental exhibits. No matter where your show is being held, we can provide any rental equipment you might need. Exhibits, modular components with thousands of possible configurations, AV equipment, high-quality furniture and general accessoriesare just a few of the many rental items we can supply. With rental depots in Las Vegas and Toronto, we can provide materials anywhere in North America at minimal shipping cost. And with our extensive, worldwide network of partners, we have you covered in Europe and throughout Asia as well. Project Management Details make the difference. In our business, excellence in project management is critical. Your experience with Astound Group – and our reputation - depends on the team of project managers we have working with you. This is why we only employ the best.People we can count on to deliver exceptional service to you every time. Our project managers have years of experience with a vast array of clients. With a keen eye for detail and fool-proof processes, our PM's take on each project from the final design revision stage through production and rightthrough the installation. Astound’s project managers take as much ownership of each project as you do. Your deadlines are our deadlines. Our PM’s will take care of the details so you can focus on your business. Design A whole new way to look at design Astound Group considers itself a “Design First” company, and this priority is reflected in everything we do. Our studio staff has design experience in many specific disciplines, including architectural, exhibit and graphic design. With this wide range of expertise, our designers will work with any idea you may have, whether it’s a proven design you want to use again or a completely new creation, and they’ll offer you an integrated solution that will provide great opportunity for your audience to interact with, and really experience your brand. Bring us a detailed schematic drawing, a rough sketch, or even just a brief description of your idea and our designers will take up the challenge with enthusiasm, creativity and professionalism, developing functional, qualityresults that meet your specific needs. No matter what your request, we’ll use the element of design to unify all aspects of your presentation and make a lasting impact. Fabrication Innovative designs - beautifully constructed. From conception to finished product, our designers and craftsmen have the refined skills necessary to bring your vision to life. Our staff has experience working with a wide variety of materials, including wood, metal and acrylic. We combine traditional disciplines like carpentry and cabinetmaking with today’s leading construction technology, giving our clients a final, high-quality product that is built with true craftsmanship and most of all, with pride. Our commitment to quality workmanship is reflected in our focus on the minute details. Taking the time needed to make the work just that much better is our specialty, and we do it well. Facilities Strategic locations - maximum efficiency. Astound’s turnkey service would not be possible without the right facilities. A design studio with all the tools our group of talented designers requires, coupled with full custom build capabilities in both Toronto and Las Vegas make Astound a great strategic partner. When it comes to service in Europe and Asia, Astound has proven itself to have truly unmatched capabilities, having executed hundreds of successful projects in Asia alone over the past 8 years. When you partner with Astound Group you gain access to worldwide experience and capability you know you can trust. Studio Keeping up with technology With the latest in software, specialized equipment and a skilled staff with diverse competencies, the Astound Group studio is equipped to handle a wide variety of unique and challenging projects. Our studio works closely with our fabrication team and project management to ensure the product always stays true to the vision. This commitment to teamwork and pride in our work allow our studio to consistently deliver quality design that has real world practicality. The Shop Precision tools equal quality craftsmanship. With comprehensive production facilities in both Toronto and Las Vegas, Astound Group efficiently services both the east and west coasts of North America. Using all the latest tools and precision equipment, our shop produceswork of the highest quality. Having studio and rental stock storage all under one roof allows us to prepare rental booths, refurbish client assets, or build something entirely new with ease and maximum efficiency. Asset management and storage Systematic organization saves time and money. Storing your exhibit properties safely is not something that you can, or should, trust to just any logistics company. With Astound Group, you can be confident that your assets will be stored carefully and kept easily accessible to ensure that they are ready in fine form, on time, for your next show. We understand that deadlines are critical - not soft- in the tradeshow business. We’ll check your materials carefully for damage upon receipt, and we’ll ensure that you avoid any costs associated with unplanned, on-site fixes at your next venue. With a trusted network of partners and our own facilities on both coasts, Astound Group can efficiently store your assets no matter where in the world your next show takes place. Contact information Enough about us. We'd love to hear from you. At Astound Group, our clients are our most valuable asset. Everyday, we give them all we've got. We’re proud of the relationships we’ve developed with all of our existing clients and we look forward to creating dynamic, new partnerships in the years to come. If you have any questions for us, or just want to drop us a line, please don’t hesitate. We can be reached at: 1.866.325.1115 P: 905.569.1388 x256 F: 905.569.0388 Astound Group 4020A Sladeview Cres., Unit 5 Mississauga, Ontario L5L 6B1 Canada Astound Group 3655 E Patrick Lane Suite 600 and 700 Las Vegas, NV 89120