COVER STORY: EXPOGUYS

ExpoGuys — ‘our passion is to walk the talk’

ExpoGuys is a young-at-heart, dynamic company offering creative and functional exhibition stands, displays, showrooms, retail environments and interiors to the market.

ExpoGuys offers turnkey solutions for exhibitions which are able to be tailor-made to suit specific requirements, while working closely with clients to ensure objectives are met and budgets considered.

For retail clients and exhibitors looking for custom-built stands, ExpoGuys offer a full design service with quick turnaround times, manufacture of the design and on-site project-managed build-up services.

ExpoGuys is a small company with a ‘big’ history and an even bigger future.

Founder, John Webb, is one of the local exhibition industry stalwarts and, between them, the company’s two partners – John Webb, managing director and Patrick Cronning, commercial director – have nearly 60 years’ experience in the industry.

Mr Cronning, said: “Our passion is to ‘walk the talk’ and to live the experience our clients have in mind and to deliver what they imagine. ExpoGuys is 10 years old this year, our success is based on the passion of our team.”

“Every department is proud of their workspace, from our ‘transport division’ (as our team of drivers refer to themselves), to Jacobeth Makatane, who ensures our office is well looked after. Everyone is proud of what we do,” he added.

John Webb, founder.

Mr Webb said: “From the initial contact with a client, we attempt to supply the best experience; our professional sales staff are completely customer-focused, with a team to support this process – our large multi-skilled and experienced design department based in Johannesburg, Mossel Bay as well as Jeffreys Bay is a clear example of this support – right through to planning, quoting, finance and procurement — and this is before we even begin production.”

“Our home is where we showcase our vision. Our building in Aeroton is testimony to this, where we allow all personalities and creativity to unfold, all under an open-plan area — communication and understanding,” Mr Webb added.

Patrick Cronning, commercial director.

Mr Cronning said: “ExpoGuys production is where we turn imagination into reality, and where the seemingly impossible is made possible. We offer a full turnkey solution where we collaborate between innovative and inspiring design, and out-of-the-box and pioneering methods of producing solutions that are able to be either tailored to a practical and internationally standardised system, as well as full-on custom designs and everything in-between.”

“We not only have more than 3,000 pieces of sleek, modern furniture, but also have the capabilities of delivering full custom furniture from our in-house carpentry division. Our team of exceptionally skilled professionals are committed to delivering products and services that not only meet, but exceed our clients’ expectations. Our solutions have proven to be functional, imaginative, and sustainable for the environment to reduce our carbon footprint, whilst staying ahead of the competition and adapting to the ever-changing technological landscape on the horizon,” Mr Cronning said.

ExpoGuys production is a well-organised team who share the common goal of delivering the exceptional, in an exceptional manner.

Mr Webb, said: “In our ever-changing world we strive to keep our passion and pace at full throttle. From pre-site planning to onsite execution, we take this very seriously with plan A, B, C and D to ensure that everything is as painless and smooth as it may possibly be, no matter what the day throws at us. No project is out of our experience or expertise.”

ExpoGuys Electrical is a small cog in a big wheel. With a stock list to cater for every electrical need. Ranging from complete distribution, feature lighting to a simple plug point. With over 40 years of experience in the industry, across the group, we pride ourselves in successful delivery, adhering to a good code of practice and fulfilling all needs of our clients.

The expertly run graphics department is the cornerstone of bringing exhibition stands to life. “We are all highly deadline driven and will run day and night to keep our clients happy. We oversee every aspect of your stand, from artwork received, redrawing of artwork or even redesigning artwork – when necessary – all the way to print and installation. We take great pride in our work and the finished products, so we do quality control on every graphic, to make sure that we meet a client’s expectations,” Mr Webb added.

Mr Cronning concluded: “ExpoGuys Studio stretches far and wide; from instudio in Johannesburg to Mossel Bay and Jeffreys Bay. We’re a bunch of characters that have to be creative and pull a rabbit out of a hat in no time. We love the challenges and the interaction amongst us, these are what keep us going.”