Dec 30, 2013
With the tagline - “The [R]evolution will not wait. The [R]evolution starts now.” - the Professional Convention Management Association promises an exciting lineup of keynotes, education sessions and networking events when its Convening Leaders event kicks off Jan. 12-15 in Boston.
“We'll ignite passion, alter perspective and revolutionize the world of meetings and events,” PCMA officials said.
The four-day event starts on a Sunday, Jan. 12, with PCMA bringing its Hospitality Helping Hands program to the Cradles to Crayons Giving Factory.
Founded in 2002, Cradle… more
Dec 27, 2013
From chemical peels to compounds that activate genes, the advances in extending a healthy lifespan and good looks took center stage at the 21st Annual World Congress on Anti-Aging and Aesthetic Medicine (A4M) Dec. 12-15 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas.
Part of the Tarsus Group's medical conference portfolio, the event showed significant growth. The number of exhibitors was up to 320, compared with 250 last year, and attendance was up to approximately 4,700, compared with about 3,900 the previous year.
"What's changing the landscape is our focus on… more
Dec 27, 2013
After its most successful staging ever in 2013, there is a positive outlook for the 20th MEDICAL FAIR INDIA – India’s No. 1 Trade Fair for Hospitals, Health Centers and Clinics, to be held March 14-16 at the Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre.
The organizers Messe Düsseldorf and its subsidiary Messe Düsseldorf India Pvt. Ltd. expect some 400 exhibitors from 21 countries and more than 7,500 trade visitors to attend.
The trade fair has the support of important local partners and associations, including three renowned Indian associations: the Association of… more
Dec 27, 2013
The Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau recently hired former Texas Medical Center executive John Kajander as a senior consultant for Healthcare and Life Sciences.
Kajander will support the GHCVB’s domestic and international sales departments in booking Life Science meetings, conferences and tradeshows for Houston.
“John understands our business at the GHCVB and recognizes the impact that bringing more life science meetings to Houston will have on the local health care community, expanding professional expertise and helping bring new business opportunities,”… more
Dec 22, 2013
In more end-of-the-year mergers and acquisitions news, the National Association of Broadcasters bought two shows - Content and Communications World (CCW) and Satellite Communications Conference and Expo (SATCON) – from JD Events.
The shows are collocated and held annually in November at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City.
”We have made these additions to the NAB event family with the goal of growing both the attendee and exhibitor base of what has emerged as an important East Coast venue for the content community,” said Executive Vice President of NAB… more
Dec 22, 2013
Gainesville, Fla.-based association management company Naylor was acquired by RLJ Equity Partners from private equity firm Clarity Partners.
Naylor provides customized communication and business services that include a full suite of print and digital media, event management, exchange event and related marketing and business services for almost 500 associations in the United States and Canada.
“Naylor is the leading brand in the outsourced communications and business services marketplace for associations in North America,” said Jerry L. Johnson, managing director of RLJ Equity… more
Dec 19, 2013
Emerald Expositions acquired George Little Management from Providence Equity Partners for $335 million.
The deal is subject to certain adjustments at and after closing.
"GLM is a truly outstanding tradeshow company with an exciting portfolio and an experienced and talented workforce,” said David Loechner, Emerald’s CEO.
He added, “This acquisition expands upon our position as a leading trade show organizer in the United States. I am excited about the opportunities for customers and employees of both companies that will result from bringing these two high-quality… more
Dec 17, 2013
The Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) is set to honor outstanding members for their contributions to the organization and the meetings industry from the main stage of the 58th PCMA annual meeting: Convening Leaders, Jan. 12-15 in Boston.
“This year’s award recipients have made tremendous strides in helping advance the meetings industry,” said Deborah Sexton, president and CEO, PCMA.
She added, “Our behind-the-scenes look at their works will certainly inspire change throughout the entire events community.
Distinguished Member of the Year Award… more
Dec 17, 2013
Fifteen months ago, the International Association of Exhibitions and Events appointed a new president and CEO, David DuBois, who jumped into his new role with enthusiasm and hit the ground running.
More than a year later, not only has DuBois racked up some serious airline miles with 48 trips, 10 of those international, under his belt, but he also launched several new initiatives and partnerships at IAEE.
DuBois said he was fortunate to step into an organization last year that already had a strong foundation.
“I took over from Steven Hacker, who, between he and Cathy Breden, had the… more
Dec 16, 2013
The Narional Association of Broadcasters' NAB Show and the Dubai World Trade Center will partner to produce the 2014 CABSAT Conference.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, CABSAT is the region's leading annual event focusing on the broadcast, satellite and broader media industry.
"We are pleased to partner with DWTC/CABSAT to bring some of the world-class education we offer at the annual NAB Show to this region of the world," said Chris Brown, executive vice president, Conventions and Business Operations at NAB.
He added, "In partnering with leading events such as this… more
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