Mar 16, 2015
Veteran journalist and author Tom Brokaw will deliver a keynote address at the 2015 BIO International Convention June 15-18 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.
The BIO International Convention draws more than15,000 leaders from the biopharmaceutical industry.
“With his decades of distinguished work on the frontlines of television journalism, we are thrilled Tom Brokaw will be joining us for the 2015 BIO International Convention,” said Jim Greenwood, president and CEO of BIO.
He added,“His storied career has seen him headline such distinguished programs as the… more
Mar 12, 2015
In a series of special reports, the Center for Exhibition Industry Research recently released its latest one - “The Marketing Spend Decision”.
This study profiled marketing channel spending of business-to-business exhibitors from small to large-sized organizations, across all exhibition industry sectors.
"This report offers exhibitors an invaluable tool to determine whether their marketing expenditures, objectives for exhibiting and success metrics align with industry norms," said CEIR President and CEO Brian Casey, CEM.
He added, "The results of this study affirm the enduring… more
Mar 11, 2015
Going to ExhibitorLive, the annual gathering of trade show and event industry pros and rebranded from EXHIBITOR, is like going to a candy shop.
With so much talent, ingenuity and innovation on display, it’s easy to remember why you fell in love with trade shows in the first place and stayed with them even after swearing off them more than once.
This year was no exception. Though the industry as a whole has been showing only modest growth since the recession and the spending sprees of mid 2000’s are a thing of the past, there were plenty of ideas to create meaningful engagement in the world… more
Mar 11, 2015
Natural Products Expo West 2015 saw its best year for show attendance when it recently was held at the Anaheim Convention Center, even after a vigorous re-qualification of all attendees and press.
“We wanted to make sure that both the exhibitors and attendees had the best experience possible, and to improve the overall quality of the show’s engagement,” said Adam Andersen, group show director, New Hope Natural Media. “We also wanted to ensure the proper attendee would be at the show, so we heightened security that will continue to be in place in years to come.”
With attendance growth of… more
Mar 10, 2015
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) will welcome more than 7,000 participants from 65 countries June 16-19 to the Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Centre for Asian Attractions Expo (AAE) 2015, an international event in the Asia-Pacific attractions industry.
"Asian Attractions Expo 2015 is a one-stop-shop for new and expanding theme parks and attractions in the Asia-Pacific region," said IAAPA president and CEO Paul Noland.
He added, "AAE is the best marketplace in the region to connect suppliers developing the next groundbreaking products and services… more
Mar 10, 2015
The 15th Shanghai International Children Baby Maternity Industry Expo (CBME China 2015) will welcome local and international brands to showcase their latest products July 22-24 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC).
The event will feature more than1,900 suppliers representing 2,650 brands across 200,000 square meters of exhibition space, a 20-percent increase in exhibition scale, compared with 2014.
More than 80,000 children and baby products trade buyers are expected to attend, according to show management.
"This July, CBME China, celebrates its 15th anniversary. The… more
Mar 10, 2015
The second edition of the HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show was held recently at the AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE) with a record number of exhibitors, three new group pavilions and a debut zone dedicated to precious pearls.
The fair, which ran March 2-6, previously was part of the HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, which ran March 4-8 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
"Building on the success of the inaugural 'two shows, two venues' format introduced last year, this Show returns with another dazzling array of precious stones, pearls and raw… more
Mar 10, 2015
London-listed RELX Group (formerly Reed Elsevier) reported its results for the year ended Dec. 31, 2014.
The group’s revenues were £5.8 billion (US$9.0 billion), while excluding for biennial exhibition cycling, revenues were up by 3 percent. Adjusted operating profit in the period was £1.7 billion (US$2.7 billion), an increase of 5 percent.
The group’s exhibitions business generated revenues of £890 million (US$1.4 billion) were up 3 percent year-on-year.
While excluding for biennial cycling effect, revenues grew 7 percent. Adjusted operating profit in the year rose by 9 percent,… more
Mar 09, 2015
For the first time in the show’s 30-year history, the Sensors Expo & Conference will rotate to the Long Beach (Calif.) Convention Center from its traditional Midwest home in Rosemont, Ill.
The show, owned by Questex and on tap June 9-11, is going to the West Coast to so “attendees can have easy access to Silicon Valley and the cutting-edge markets of Aerospace & Defense, Medical, Entertainment, and more,” according to show management.
The three-day event - “Sensing Technologies Driving Tomorrow’s Solutions” - serves the fast-growing sensors market that is predicted to grow to $15… more
Mar 07, 2015
If you are attending an event and you see Michael Robinson, cyber threat analyst and forensic investigator, walking toward you, it’s likely not going to end well for you.
Cyber security was the topic of Michelle Bruno’s interview with Michael Robinson on the TSNN Webinar, “Securing Your Event’s Digital Data.”
What does Robinson think about the safety of our event data and what do we have to worry about? “Events, just by their very setup because they are so open and they have so many people attending, they are not very secure,” Robinson said.
He added that data security doesn’t happen by… more
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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.