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Apr 28, 2016
Healthcare Convention & Exhibitors Picks Tom Norton for HCEAConnect Keynote
The Healthcare Convention & Exhibitors Association (HCEA) has unveiled its keynote speaker for the opening session of HCEAConnect, the association’s annual educational and networking event, Aug. 14-17 in Savannah, Ga.
Tom Norton, Principal at NHD Smart Communications of Illinois, Inc. will speak on “What Impact Will the November Elections Have on the American Healthcare Industry?”
Norton is an experienced healthcare executive specializing in public affairs/public policy communications.
In his extensive… more
Apr 27, 2016
Exposition Development Company (ExpoDevCo) and E.J. Krause & Associates (EJK) have teamed up to produce the 4th edition of ExpoProducción Mexico, on tap March 29–31, 2017, at the World Trade Center in Mexico City, Mexico.
The event is for the Apparel, Home, and Technical Textiles industries in Mexico and Central America.
“At E.J. Krause & Associates, we are very excited to be co-organizer of ExpoProducción in Mexico. The textile industry has always been vitally important to the industrial base in Mexico,” said Paul St. Amour, vice president Latin America, EJK.
He… more
Apr 27, 2016
By Elizabeth Johnson
What if you had a tool that helped attendees navigate the showfloor so they can find exhibitors more easily; one that helped attendees connect with each other in more meaningful ways; and one that improves feedback on things such as session surveys? Sound good? Using technology, it doesn’t have to be a ‘what-if’.
Beacons - pieces of hardware that use battery friendly, low-energy Bluetooth signals to transmit messages to a smartphone or tablet - are revolutionizing attendee experiences.
Several show organizers have deployed beacons at their events and are measuring the… more
Apr 26, 2016
On the heels of buying U.S.-based fashion trade show portfolio, Business Journals Inc. last week, U.K.-based UBM now will launch IFF MAGIC Japan, a new joint venture between MAGIC and JFW-International Fashion Fair, Japan’s longest running, bi-annual fashion business tradeshow organized by publisher Senken Shimbun.
The two fashion powerhouses will join forces to launch the first IFF MAGIC Japan event April 26-28, 2017, at the Tokyo Big Sight exhibition center.
“Fashion is a truly global industry, and we are thrilled for MAGIC’s upcoming expansion into the Japan market in… more
Apr 26, 2016
MEDICAL FAIR INDIA 2016, India's No. 1 Trade Fair for Hospitals, Health Centers and Clinics, will return to the Pragati Maidan exhibition center April 6-8 in New Delhi.
Held every year alternately in New Delhi or Mumbai, the event presents the latest developments specifically geared towards the Indian medical sector, ranging from medical, diagnostics, laboratory and rehabilitation equipment to hospital/clinic furnishings and products as well as communication/information technology.
Organized by Messe Düsseldorf India Pvt. Ltd., the subsidiary of Messe Düsseldorf in Germany, MEDICAL FAIR… more
Apr 26, 2016
Preparation for Messe Frankfurt’s Music China 2016 is in full swing, with 90 percent of the exhibition area reserved. The 2016 edition will be expanded to 10 halls, occupying 113,000 square meters of the exhibition area Oct. 26-29 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in China.
“The demand for musical instruments in China is enjoying substantial growth, mainly driven by an expanding market and enhanced aesthetic appreciation of quality musical instruments,” said Judy Cheung, Deputy General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd.
She added, “The increasing importance of music… more
Apr 26, 2016
Mobile Electronics, second phase of Global Sources Electronics, was held April 18-21 at Hong Kong’s AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE), with a strong focus on smartphone, tablets, wearable devices and mobile accessories.
“In just two years, the event has grown by more than 100% to become the world’s largest mobile electronics sourcing show,” said Tommy Wong, president of Global Sources.
Key highlight of this year’s event is the Startup Launchpad, which is an integrated B2B sourcing platform and conference program, aiming to showcase the latest tech products from startups.
The conference program is… more
Apr 26, 2016
Messe Frankfurt and NürnbergMesse, two large-scale international exhibition organisers, will incorporate “ISH India hosted by the Indian Plumbing Association (IPA)” as part of their newly established “Build Fair Alliance” in India. It will include existing fairs, organised by NürnbergMesse, targeting building technologies such as ACREX India, FENSTERBAU FRONTALE INDIA and FIRE & SECURITY INDIA.
“ISH India powered by IPA is another important step in our internationalization strategy,” said Wolfgang Marzin, President and CEO of Messe Frankfurt. “With our ISH Brand we have been active in… more
Apr 26, 2016
Beijing moves to grant greater autonomy to trade associations that will likely spur growth in China’s MICE industry. The Chinese government continues to relax its control over the formation and management of trade associations. Last year, Beijing announced a trial programme to grant autonomy to 148 selected associations.
At end of 2014, there were approximately 307,000 associations registered in China, and over 18,000 were managed or operated by the Chinese Government. These associations held the vast majority of their meetings in China.
The associations with increased autonomy are looking to… more
Apr 26, 2016
Food&HotelAsia2016 (FHA2016), organised by Singapore Exhibition Services (SES), was held April 12-15 at Singapore Expo. The 2018 edition will be held across two venues at Singapore Expo and Suntec Singapore making FHA Singapore’s largest trade show. AT the 2016 edition, nearly 3,200 exhibitors were featured at the four-day show and it drew over 72,000 attendees – including 45 percent from overseas.
The show featured exhibitors from a wide range of related sectors, including food ingredients and products, food service equipment, hotel amenities and software solutions. The Japan Pavilion,… 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.