What we do
Exhibition and business networking services built for growth
Ishmar runs every part of the exhibition lifecycle in-house, from floor design to the last invoice, so exhibitors, sponsors and partners across Nairobi and Mombasa get one point of contact from booking to breakdown.
Exhibition Management
Full-service exhibition planning and event management, from hall layout and exhibitor allocation to on-site operations and teardown, with dedicated support for first-time SME exhibitors.
- Exhibition planning and stand allocation
- Venue sourcing and contractor coordination
- On-site operations team for the full event
Trade Shows & Halal Market Development
Sector-specific trade exhibitions, from food and beverage to cosmetics and wellness, built around the buyers each industry actually needs, with dedicated support for businesses accessing the Halal economy.
- Curated exhibitor mix by sector
- Buyer-matching before doors open
- Halal certification and market-access guidance
Corporate Events & Entrepreneurship Support
Product launches, brand activations and SME growth programmes, produced with the same operational rigour as our flagship exhibitions.
- Private venue sourcing
- Guest list and VIP management
- Brand-led staging and production
Conferences
Executive forums and summits, including the annual Halal Investment Summit, that put credible speakers in front of the right audience.
- Speaker sourcing and programme design
- Panel moderation and AV production
- Delegate research and reporting
Business Networking & Matchmaking
Structured business networking forums and matchmaking sessions that turn a room of strangers into a working list of qualified introductions and partnerships.
- Pre-scheduled buyer-seller meetings
- Delegation hosting for visiting missions
- Post-event introduction reports
Sponsorship Management
Tiered sponsorship packages built around real visibility, from naming rights to speaking slots and delegate data.
- Custom package design
- Brand placement across print and digital
- Post-event impact reporting
Event Marketing & Market Access
Campaigns and market access initiatives that fill the floor, combining trade media, digital advertising and direct outreach to our verified buyer database.
- Digital and trade press campaigns
- Access to our verified buyer database
- Exhibitor co-marketing toolkits
Branding
Stand design and identity work that helps exhibitors show up on the floor looking like the established brand they are.
- Custom stand design and build
- Signage, banners and print collateral
- Digital brand assets for the event
Vendor Management
Logistics, catering, security and on-site contractor coordination handled by one team so exhibitors deal with a single contact.
- Approved contractor network
- Freight and customs support for exhibitors
- On-site vendor supervision
Registration Management
Badge printing, QR check-in and real-time attendance data, so exhibitors know exactly who walked their stand.
- Online pre-registration portal
- QR badge scanning at every stand
- Live visitor analytics dashboard
How we work
From first call to closing report
Discovery
We map your goals, budget and target buyers before recommending an event or package.
Design
Floor plans, sponsorship assets and marketing timelines are locked in with your sign-off.
Delivery
Our on-site team runs the event floor so your people can focus on conversations, not logistics.
Reporting
You receive visitor data, lead lists and a performance report within ten working days.
Common questions
Services FAQ
Can't find what you need? Talk to our team and we'll put a package together.
We recommend booking at least four months ahead of our flagship expo to secure preferred floor positions, though smaller events open closer to date.
Yes. Every food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical exhibitor is required to submit a valid certification, which our team verifies before the floor plan is finalised.
Yes, many exhibitors combine a trade show stand with a conference speaking slot and a sponsorship package. Ask us for an annual bundle rate.
Online pre-registration, printed badges, QR check-in at your stand and a live dashboard showing visitor traffic throughout the event.
Let's plan your next event