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Sep 21, 2016
Organised by Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the inaugural CENTRESTAGE concluded recently, with close to 8,300 buyers from 71 countries and regions attending the show, in which about 40% were from Asia – excluding Hong Kong.
CENTRESTAGE took place Sept. 7-10, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), showcasing 200 fashion brands from 20 countries and regions. The four-day show also included seminars focused on fashion industry trends.
HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Benjamin Chau, commented, “CENTRESTAGE is an ideal promotion and launch platform for… more
Sep 21, 2016
The International Association of Venue Managers awarded the 2016 Convention Center Lifetime Achievement Award to Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) Executive Director Frank Poe, an IAVM member since Jan. 1, 1980.
The Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be presented during the 2016 International Convention Center Conference in Pasadena, Calif., recognizes individuals who have had a significant impact on the convention center industry and the IAVM community.
“To be recognized by your peers is a tremendous honor,” Poe said. “If you consider those who have received this award… more
Sep 21, 2016
The organisers of Asiamold – Guangzhou International Mould & Die Exhibition, have announced the 11th edition of the fair will be held fMarch 1-3 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou, China.
The fair will be held concurrently with SPS – Industrial Automation Fair Guangzhou (SIAF). The strategic date change aims to help industry players unlock greater business opportunities brought forth by synergistic collaboration with the industrial automation fair.
Louis Leung, deputy general manager of Guangzhou Guangya Messe Frankfurt Co Ltd, said, “… more
Sep 21, 2016
In an increasingly competitive environment, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre continues to perform strongly, securing 140 new conventions for Brisbane during the 2015/16 Financial Year.
International specialists in immunology, world trauma, wound management, drug resistant infections and vertebrate palaeontology are among those who will head to Brisbane as a result of the 140 strong line-up of conference wins by BCEC and its convention partners over the last 12 months.
More than 71,235 delegates from Australia and across the globe will deliver some 256,000 hotel room nights… more
Sep 21, 2016
The organisers of Asiamold – Guangzhou International Mould & Die Exhibition, have announced the 11th edition of the fair will be held fMarch 1-3 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou, China.
The fair will be held concurrently with SPS – Industrial Automation Fair Guangzhou (SIAF). The strategic date change aims to help industry players unlock greater business opportunities brought forth by synergistic collaboration with the industrial automation fair.
Louis Leung, deputy general manager of Guangzhou Guangya Messe Frankfurt Co Ltd, said, “… more
Sep 21, 2016
Due to strong growth in the Thai construction industry, IMPACT Exhibition Management, cooperating with Singapore-based Sphere Exhibits Pte, the Asian Concrete Construction Institute (ACCI) and Globe International Events Consultancy Pte. Ltd. (GIEC) will jointly organise “Asian Construction Week 2016.” The event will run from 21st to 23rd September IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Center in Bangkok.
Asian Construction Week 2016 includes three key events: BMAM Expo Asia 2016, presenting the latest innovations in building maintenance and facilities management; GBR Expo Asia 2016, showcasing… more
Sep 21, 2016
Jointly organised by Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) and the Metallurgical Council of China Council for the Promotion of International Trade as well as the Metallurgical Center for International Exchange and Cooperation, the 7th edition of Wire China and Tube China will open at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) running from 26th to 29th September 2016.
The biennial event will use nine exhibition halls covering a record of 97,000 m2. More than 1,650 brands will be featured at the events, with eight international pavilions this year from Germany, Italy, North America, Austria,… more
Sep 21, 2016
International exhibition organiser, UBM plc, announced plans to launch a trade show focused on the pumps, valves and boiler industry in Indonesia next year. Pump & Valves Indonesia will be held from 29th to 31st March 2017 at Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo).
UBM claims that this will be the only specialized event serving the industry in Indonesia. The new event will feature the latest technology in industrial pumps, valves, seals and other major processing components along with a wide variety of metering technology and related equipment. The event aims to target professionals in… more
Sep 20, 2016
All Show Services has acquired the Home Decorating and Remodeling Show, held annually at Music City Center in Nashville.
The show has a 33-year track record of success and is sponsored by the Better Business Bureau.
“Acquiring the Home Decorating and Remodeling Show is a wonderful addition to our portfolio of shows,” said Eric Udler, president, All Show Services.
He added, “Our team has a long history of producing shows and we intend to grow this event into one of the premier home shows in the country.”
The 2017 show will take place Sept. 8-10 at Music City Center.
“Since the first time I met… more
Sep 20, 2016
LeftField Media will launch Anime NYC, a new convention focused on anime, manga and Japanese pop culture, next year in New York City.
The first Anime NYC will take place Nov. 17-19, 2017, in Midtown Manhattan’s Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and bring fans together with guests from Japan and publishers across America.
Anime NYC will be presented by anime streaming portal Crunchyroll and built with the support of industry partners Funimation, VIZ Media and Kinokuniya Bookstore.
Anime NYC is the creation of LeftField Media, a boutique event company also responsible for Play Fair, a toy and… more
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.
Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.
Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.
The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.
MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.
MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.