Customer Ordering Platform Experience
Order and review reports securely from any device. Access via event app, customize for your users, and streamline seasonal catalogs.
✨ Our people put the PRO in showPRO™ B2B
What is showPRO?
showPRO™ is B2B trade show ordering and event management software from JT Smith & Associates. Sales reps and buyers capture wholesale orders on the show floor — offline, with contract pricing and instant ERP sync — while organizers run registration, booth services, floor plans, and billing in the same system. Backed by 30 years and onsite crews who work the show with you.
showPRO™ at a glance
- Made by
- JT Smith & Associates, a US software company in Illinois
- In use since
- 1991
- Built for
- Wholesale distributors and manufacturers that host dealer, buying, and food shows, plus trade show organizers and associations
- Industries
- Grocery, convenience, foodservice, general merchandise and HBC, hardware, lawn and garden, sporting goods, pet supplies, medical, and automotive
- Works offline
- Yes. Orders save on the device when show-floor Wi-Fi drops and sync when the connection returns
- Runs on
- Web browsers, plus iOS and Android apps
- Hosting
- JT Smith's own private data center in Illinois
- Onsite support
- The Red Vest team staffs registration, prints badges, helps buyers and vendors order, and runs the show network
Show ordering with and without showPRO™
| Step | Paper forms or spreadsheets | With showPRO™ |
|---|---|---|
| Capturing an order | Buyers fill in paper forms or spreadsheets booth by booth | Buyers and reps scan or pick items in the app or web portal |
| Pricing and show deals | Looked up and written in by hand | Contract pricing and show deals applied as the order is built |
| Getting orders into the ERP | Staff re-key every form after the show | Orders sync to the distributor's ERP |
| Order totals during the show | Unknown until the forms are tallied | Real-time reports for the host and vendors |
| Help on the show floor | Your own staff | JT Smith's onsite Red Vest team |
Distributors run their shows on showPRO™ under their own name
JT Smith & Associates builds a branded showPRO ordering app for each customer's show. Apps it publishes on Google Play include:
- SpartanNash
- Save A Lot
- C&S Food Shows
- Prince Corporation
- Kinsey's
- SMR
- GardnWise
- Hummert Expo
- Tactical Gear Distributors
People
Experienced Team Delivering Successful Shows
We are your Strategic Partner with the mission to Deliver the Best Experience for customers, attendees, vendors, and you.
showPRO™ B2B is powered by JT Smith & Associates, a US-based company with our team and private data center located in central Illinois.
showPRO™ B2B team are experts in data management, customization, user interaction, and delivery. We will be with you before, during, and after your event.
Proven Track Record
Decades of successful events
Expert Team
Dedicated professionals
Innovation First
Cutting-edge solutions
Our Process
From Start to Start
Your next show will be even more successful than the last one!
showPRO™ B2B team will be with you through the entire show cycle and beyond.
We are Always Innovating to ensure your next show will be even more successful than the last.
Always
Innovating
1
Plan & Prepare
We work with you to understand your technology needs.
Then create a production plan detailing delivery of your requirements and customizations.
2
Build & Open
We start building, testing, and opening your technology solutions.
- Booth Contracts
- Badge Registration
- Item Data Collection & Validation
- Stand-alone mobile apps
3
Execute & Deliver
We are at your show, ensuring that everything goes smoothly.
- Badge printing & registration staffing
- Assisting customers and vendors with ordering
- Providing secure networking
4
Evaluate & Excel
Post-show, we meet with you to evaluate the show cycle and start preparing for the next one.
Then we begin developing and innovating for your next show.
Technology
Introducing showPRO™ B2B
Our proprietary ordering and event technology solutions revolutionize how you deliver your trade show, conference or event. Experience the perfect blend of customization, innovation, reliability, and ease of use.
From booth contracting to order entry to onsite registration staffing, showPRO™ B2B gives you 100% confidence that technology will run smoothly during your event. It’s event technology simplified.
Fast & Efficient
Streamlined ordering process boost sales, saves time and reduces errors.
Proven & Reliable
Battle-tested platform trusted by leading exhibitors nationwide.
Real-Time Insights
Track your orders and materials with live status updates.
Available 24/7
Access your account and place orders anytime, anywhere.
Explore Our Solutions
30+ years of trade show technology — pick the solution that fits your event.
Trade Show Ordering Software
Digital order capture, barcode scanning, real-time inventory, and multi-user ordering for buyers, reps, and vendors.
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B2B Trade Show Platform
Connect exhibitors and buyers in an online or hybrid B2B environment built for wholesale ordering and lead generation.
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Virtual Trade Show Software
Deliver immersive virtual and hybrid event experiences with interactive booths, attendee engagement, and analytics.
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Conference & Event Management
End-to-end conference management covering registration, attendee engagement, and real-time reporting.
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Automated Order Entry
Eliminate manual data entry errors and accelerate order processing with automated workflows built for speed.
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B2B Wholesale Ordering Platform
Streamline high-volume bulk purchasing for wholesale distributors, retailers, and dealer shows.
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Our Solutions
Technology Solutions for Your Event Success
From contracts to ordering to post-show reporting, we provide technology solutions you need to make your show, conference, trade show, or event exceptional
Vendor Ordering At-Show Experience
Vendor-driven platform with discounts, live chat, and real-time reporting. Red Vest team provides on-site support and training.
Event Technology Solutions — Pre-Show to Onsite
Booth contracts, item data collection, badge registration, digital catalogs, and image repositories — all in one system to reduce admin overhead and speed your event setup.
Who We Serve
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Leading distribution companies have confidently used showPRO™ B2B ordering technology for decades. Our event technology solutions continue to grow with distributors, manufacturers, professional associations and other event stakeholders.
B2B Industries Using showPRO™ B2B Ordering Technology
- • Grocery
- • General Merchandise / HBC
- • Convenience
- • Foodservice
- • Medical
- • Sporting Goods
- • Lawn & Garden
- • Pet Supplies
- • Hardware
- • Automotive
Event Technology Markets
Conferences, Trade Shows, and Events for
- • Professional Associations
- • Corporate Event Planning
- • Nonprofit Organizations
- • Special Events Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
Does showPRO work when the show floor has no internet?
Yes. The showPRO ordering apps keep product data and contract prices on the device, so buyers and reps keep placing orders when convention-center Wi-Fi or cell service drops. Orders are saved locally and sync automatically as soon as the device reconnects.
Who uses showPRO?
Wholesale distributors and manufacturers that host dealer, buying, and food shows, plus trade show organizers and professional associations. Customers include SpartanNash, Save A Lot, C&S Food Shows, Prince Corporation, and Kinsey's, in industries from grocery and convenience to hardware, lawn and garden, sporting goods, and pet supplies.
How long has JT Smith & Associates run trade show ordering?
Since 1991. JT Smith & Associates has built and run showPRO trade show ordering for more than 30 years and has processed billions of dollars in show orders for its distributor customers.
What does JT Smith's onsite team do at a show?
The Red Vest team works the show with you. They staff registration and print badges, help buyers and vendors place orders, and provide the secure show network. After the show they meet with you to review the results and start planning the next one.
Can showPRO send show orders to our ERP?
Yes. showPRO syncs show orders to the distributor's ERP, so staff don't re-key paper order forms after the event. JT Smith & Associates also provides integration services for systems that need a custom connection.
Can our show have its own branded ordering app?
Yes. JT Smith & Associates publishes a branded showPRO ordering app for each customer's show. The SpartanNash, Save A Lot, and SMR trade show apps, for example, are available on Google Play and the App Store.
Where is showPRO data hosted?
showPRO runs in JT Smith & Associates' own private data center in Illinois, operated by the same US-based team that builds the software and supports shows onsite.
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Let's Make Your Next Event a Success
Ready to streamline your next trade show, conference or event? Get in touch with our team today.
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Why Choose Us?
- 30+ years of industry experience
- Nationwide coverage and support
- Cutting-edge technology platform
- 24/7 dedicated support team
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