2011 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2011 TSNN Top 250 Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact Bradford Christison at bchristison@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
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Surfaces 2011 SURFACES is the floor covering event in the U.S! Thousands of floor covering retailers, distributors, installers, architects, designers and builders from around the world come together for three days to see the latest products, get vital education and network with other floor covering professionals and get business done.
Organizer: Hanley Wood Exhibitions
# Exhibitors:589
# Attendees:25,392
01/25/2011 to 01/27/2011
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
NSF: 304,660
67
GRAPH EXPO 2011 GRAPH EXPO is a large press Offset, Digital and Hybrid Printing show with more to offer Commercial Printers in Digital Document Applications & Business Development, Education, Technology & Workflow Solutions than any other Graphic Communications show in the Americas.
Organizer: Graphic Arts Show Company, Inc.
# Exhibitors:491
# Attendees:13,919
09/11/2011 to 09/14/2011
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 300,604
69
Coverings 2011 Coverings is the premier international trade fair and expo for dedicated exclusively to showcasing the newest in ceramic tile and natural stone. It has grown to be the largest show of its kind in the U.S., featuring exhibitors from more than 50 countries and attracting thousands of distributors, retailers, fabricators, contractors and specifiers, architectural and design professionals, builders and real estate developers.
Organizer: National Trade Productions
# Exhibitors:794
# Attendees:11,865
03/14/2011 to 03/17/2011
Sands Expo & Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 298,720
72
2011 Ace Fall Convention & Exhibits Ace hosts two private conventions each year one in the spring with an emphasis on winter & holiday products, and one in the fall with an emphasis on outdoor living garden products. The timing of these conventions offers retailers ample time to prepare for the seasonal needs of the upcoming year. Speeches from Board members and corporate officers provide retailers with key information, and valuable training sessions help retailers and employees improve business skills.
Organizer: Ace Hardware Corporation
# Exhibitors:1,160
# Attendees:6,887
10/15/2011 to 10/17/2011
Colorado Convention Center Denver
NSF: 286,450
74
HELI-EXPO 2011 HELI-EXPO is the world's largest trade show dedicated to the international helicopter community. HELI-EXPO attendees and exhibitors come from all over the world (more than 80 countries including the U.S.). International attendance accounts for 23% of total attendance. The show includes more than 600 exhibiting companies; 60+ helicopters on display; fee-based professional education courses; free general sessions, forums and manufacturer technical briefings; and numerous social events providing networking opportunities. Who attends? Manufacturers, pilots, owners, operators, product distributors, service providers, training schools, students, mechanics, anyone involved in the vertical flight industry!
Organizer: Helicopter Association International - HAI
# Exhibitors:608
# Attendees:16,019
03/06/2011 to 03/08/2011
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 283,900
76
APTA'S EXPO (American Public Transportation Association) Held every three years in conjunction with the American Public Transportation Association's (APTA) Annual Meeting, EXPO is the world's largest public transportation exhibition and premier showcase of technology, products and services.
Organizer: National Trade Productions
# Exhibitors:789
# Attendees:8,435
10/03/2011 to 10/05/2011
Ernest Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 281,995
78
ISSA/INTERCLEAN North America 2011 The award-winning ISSA/INTERCLEAN North America is the only trade show where executives come together from all segments of the commercial and industrical cleaning industry to do business and gather information to better manage distribution companies, buidling service companies, and facility management departments. ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association and its trade show partner, Amsterdam RAI, produce ISSA/INTERCLEAN shows around the world. ISSA also hosts more than 40 educational seminars and networking opportunities in conjuction with ISSA/INTERCLEAN North America.
Organizer: ISSA - The Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association
# Exhibitors:645
# Attendees:10,683
10/18/2011 to 10/21/2011
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 279,000
80
ProMat ProMat is largest expo in North America featuring solutions to todays material handling and logistics challenges. Features 95 educational sessions and attendees from over 100 different countries.
Organizer: Material Handling Industry of America
# Exhibitors:736
# Attendees:34,345
03/21/2011 to 03/24/2011
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 278,456
83
True Value Fall Market Knowledge and buying market for True Value Corporation.
Organizer: True Value Company
# Exhibitors:1,040
# Attendees:4,981
09/23/2011 to 09/25/2011
Pennsylvania Convention Center Philadelphia
NSF: 269,860
84
2011 Ace Spring Convention & Exhibits Ace hosts two private conventions each year one in the spring with an emphasis on winter and holiday products, and one in the fall with an emphasis on outdoor living garden products. The timing of these conventions offers retailers ample time to prepare for the seasonal needs of the upcoming year. Speeches from Board members and corporate officers provide retailers with key information, and valuable training sessions help retailers and employees improve business skills.
Organizer: Ace Hardware Corporation
# Exhibitors:1,148
# Attendees:8,001
04/01/2011 to 04/03/2011
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 265,261
Partner Voices
Overview: The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality. In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way. “We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.” Amenities: The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.  The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need. Gold Key Members The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events. OCCC Events: This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.  The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:  AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023 200,000 Attendees $257 Million in Economic Impact MEGACON 2023 160,000 Attendees $205 Million in Economic Impact Open Championship Series 2023 69,500 Attendees $89 Million in Economic Impact Sunshine Classic 2023 42,000 Attendees $54 Million in Economic Impact Premiere Orlando 2023 42,000 Attendees $108 Million in Economic Impact