Apr 25, 2014
Steve Moster, president of Global Experience Specialists, and his team had cause to celebrate with the latest earnings report, which posted an uptick in revenues, operating income and same-show growth in their division for the first quarter of this year.
Moster said the 3.9 percent uptick in same-show growth “bodes well” for the overall industry, as shows continue to climb back to pre-recession levels.
Q1 revenues for GES in the United States were $221.4 million, compared with $218.3 million in the same quarter last year. Operating income also rose to $15.9 million, from $14.1… more
Apr 23, 2014
The Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas already boasts 1.7 million square feet, and now it’s set to add another 350,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space, as well as more underground parking and carpeted ballroom space.
The $66 million expansion project will allow Mandalay Bay to grow current shows, pursue new and larger corporate partners and achieve greater utilization of the entire facility, according to venue officials.
“Several long-standing customers approached us with a need for additional space to grow their business; they looked to us to be a solution provider, and we went… more
Apr 22, 2014
More and more shows are grappling with the issue of having their attendees duped by fraudulent housing companies that lure them in with cheap rates, take their money and then, when they show up onsite, there literally is no room at the inn.
“We get clobbered over the head with this in Las Vegas,” said Larry Schur, president and COO of All Baby & Child, which runs ABC Kids Expo.
Every year, thousands of attendees and exhibitors flock to the show, and every year, at least a half dozen people get taken in by what the industry calls “housing poachers” or “housing… more
Apr 21, 2014
When attendees take the time, expense and energy to spend a few days on a showfloor, they definitely want to make it worth their while.
With that in mind, the Center for Exhibition Industry Research released its latest report - Exhibition Floor Interaction: What Attendees Want – that takes a look at how attendees want to engage on the showfloor.
It’s no surprise that the top two answers on the survey when attendees were asked how they wanted to interact on a showfloor were through product demos (58.9 percent) or by having hands-on interaction with the products (58 percent).
The… more
Apr 21, 2014
When the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) wanted to improve the on-site booth space selection process at the 2013 Annual Conference & Exhibition, in order to book more space and make the process easier, they chose a solution provided by a2z, Inc.
a2z’s Exposition Management Solution proved to be the answer, according to Elli Riley, HIMSS Director of Exhibits and Meeting Services.
At the 2014 event, held Feb. 23-27 in Orlando, the results were even better for the 1,211 exhibiting companies utilizing over 535,000 net square feet of exhibit space, and for… more
Apr 21, 2014
More than 18,000 buyers from 112 countries and regions took part in the 6th HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition).
The four-day exhibition, held April 6-9 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, drew nearly 1,100 exhibitors from 14 countries and regions, a new exhibitor record for the fair.
Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) Deputy Executive Director Benjamin Chau saidthat buyer attendance from the United States, Canada, Italy, the Netherlands, Thailand and Poland recorded double-digit percentage growth.
The HKTDC arranged for 53 buying… more
Apr 21, 2014
The 2014 BIO International Convention will highlight the role of academia in the advancement of the biotechnology field through the BIO Alliance Pavilion and the Translational Research Forum. Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO), the global event for biotechnology, will take place June 23-26 at the San Diego Convention Center.
“As the largest partnering event in the industry, the BIO International Convention hosts more than 3,000 biotechnology companies who are looking for new business partners,” said Scott Whitaker, president of the BIO International Convention.
He added,… more
Apr 21, 2014
Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre will host both IDEM Singapore 2016 and 2018, the 9th and 10th editions of the leading dental trade and scientific conference in the Asia-Pacific Region.
Billed as the “must-attend" event for dental practitioners and professionals in Asia-Pacific, IDEM Singapore recently was held at Suntec Singapore April 4-6 for its 8th edition.
The conference featured the latest innovations in clinical dentistry, dental technology and patient care across every segment of the dental market and provided great insights into the latest technology and… more
Apr 21, 2014
Reed Exhibitions Greater China Signs MOU with Chengdu Municipal Bureau of Exposition (CCPIT Chengdu)
Reed Exhibitions Greater China recently signed an MOU for strategic cooperation with the Chengdu Municipal Bureau of Exposition (CCPIT Chengdu).
Through this new cooperation agreement, the two sides agreed to continue to work together in the long term through regular high-level consultations and exchanges, as they promote a comprehensive range of activities.
These include information sharing, executive and line staff training, enhanced support for Reed Exhibitions’ Chengdu-based events in the fields of electronics manufacturing, medicine and medical equipment, gifts and homeware.
The… more
Apr 21, 2014
A new show that recently was collocated with Global Sources' China Sourcing Fairs spring electronics series was the Mobile & Wireless Show.
The shows opened were held at AsiaWorld-Expo and featured more than 4,200 booths filled with consumer electronics and accessories, mobile devices and iProducts accessories, in-car electronics and GPS, telecom products, computer peripherals, security products and electronic components.
The Fairs comprise four collocated events: China Sourcing Fairs: Electronics & Components, Mobile & Wireless, Security Products and the Korea… 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.