We can handle everything from site selection and contract negotiation to menu planning or even finding the right band. We have relationships with national musical acts as well as some of the best local talent in Chicago. When you work with us, you don’t have to be concerned with quality since we have a proven track record of attention to details with a flair of creativity.

Need a little extra "hand holding" to make your next big event a success and a money-maker? Call us.

Exhibit Sales

We have a proven track record of selling out shows, both large and small. We accomplish this by researching new exhibitors, building relationships with current ones and retaining those that might have not returned. We are excellent communicators and can effectively demonstrate how your exhibition is the place to be. We have learned through our years of experience at the forefront that when you correctly prioritize the prospects, it is easier to follow the money.

If you are interested, we can visit your office and give the presentation to you and your staff. Contact us today!

Agriculture Specialty

As a partner and President, Alexander is primarily responsible for all sales activity with Barton Marketing Group (BMG). This includes exhibit sales/sponsorships for client expositions, advertising for a variety of publications, and general product promotion for corporate clients.

Alexander specializes in life sciences and agriculture by serving as Director of Business Development with four international scientific societies specializing in agronomy, crops, entomology and soils. In this capacity, he is responsible for sales of exhibits, sponsorships, and advertising as well as foundation fundraising.

During the past six years, Alexander has developed many relationships with high-level personnel in corporations such as Monsanto and Pioneer, government agencies like the USDA, EPA and DOE as well as with professors at universities.

Alexander is a Dean's List graduate of the University of Wisconsin (Madison) with a degree in Life Sciences Communication from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. He also played Big 10 football for the Badgers.

Alex says, "BMG has a proven track record of selling out shows, both large and small. We accomplish this by researching new exhibitors, building relationships with current ones and retaining those that might have not returned. We are excellent communicators and can effectively demonstrate how your exhibition is the place to be. We have learned through our years of experience at the forefront that when you correctly prioritize the prospects, it is easier to follow the money." Give us a try.