Sep 16, 2013
Global Experience Specialists, which has worked with Penton Media for more than 25 years, just snagged another five years on their contract covering 10 shows.
“Each time we produce an event our focus is to provide all participants with a valuable experience,” Penton President of Exhibitions Sandy Voss said.
She added, “In partnering with GES, we gain an experienced team, as well as robust solutions that assist us to continue to deliver exceptional shows, outstanding service to our exhibitors and world-class engagement for our attendees. We look forward to growing our… more
Sep 15, 2013
David Levin informed the board of UBM that he will be leaving his CEO post by July 31.
The board will begin the search process for his successor, led by UBM’s chairperson, Helen Alexander. Levin will stay in his CEO post until a successor is found.
"David has led the remarkable transformation of UBM into a focused, international events-led marketing communications business during a time of huge change in the media industry. He has successfully laid the foundations for UBM's next phase of development,” Alexander said.
She added, “David remains in charge, and… more
Sep 15, 2013
The 32nd HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, held Sept. 4-8 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, attracted nearly 19,000 buyers, up 7 percent, compared with the previous year.
Buyer growth came from a number of countries, including the Philippines (up 46 percent), the Chinese mainland (up 25 percent), Brazil (up 18 percent), Australia (up 16 percent) and Indonesia (up 13 percent).
The five-day fair, billed by Hong Kong Trade Development Council, as “the largest show of its kind in the world”, drew more than 750 exhibitors from 18 countries and regions. The… more
Sep 15, 2013
U.S.-based George Little Management’s first foray into Asia with the launch of its SURTEX brand Aug. 25- 27 in Shanghai scored a successful debut, according to Penny Sikalis, GLM vice president and manager of both SURTEX shows.
The show attracted nearly a dozen top European and U.S. design studios and close to 300 manufacturers and attendees to the 5-star Kerry Hotel Pudong, Sikalis said.
“We had an excellent showing of manufacturers eager to buyoriginal and trend-forward surface designs from a select group of the world’s top studios to use in a cross-section of industries… more
Sep 15, 2013
Messe Duesseldorf’s ProWine China hasn’t even opened its doors for the first time yet, and it’s already sold out with 500 exhibitors from 26 countries.
The show, scheduled Nov. 13-15 at the Shanghai New International Expo Center, also had to up its exhibit floor to meet demand from 430,500 square feet to 538,000 sq. ft.
This trade-only exhibition will connect importers, distributors, retailers, F&B managers and sommeliers from China and abroad with wineries from 26 nations.
ProWine China 2013 will feature exhibitors from the following countries: Argentina, Australia,… more
Sep 13, 2013
Messe Duesseldorf’s launch of Energy Storage North America Conference & Expo, an offshoot of its global energy storage brand, was deemed a successful first show, with more than 740 attendees from 16 countries representing 400 organizations attending.
“We are delighted with the exhibitor and visitor participation. Sold-out exhibit space and the greater than expected attendance confirm the importance of ESNA as a leading and essential market place in the energy storage industry, providing a focused meeting place for projects and applications in this growing sector,” said… more
Sep 12, 2013
At the 3rd Annual Center for Exhibition Industry Research’s Predict Conference, more than 150 C-level trade show industry leaders, M&A representatives, financiers, economists and sponsor suppliers gathered Sept. 12 in New York City and looked into a crystal ball to try and determine the future of the industry.
What they discovered was the overall sentiment in the room was one of cautious optimism.
While the U.S. trade show industry still is growing, it has slowed significantly, with GDP starting to surpass it.
Even so, compared with pressures around the globe, including… more
Sep 10, 2013
Las Vegas Sands challenged college students to come up with the next breakthrough in sustainable hospitality at the UNLV/Sands Sustainable Hospitality Summit that took place Sept. 9 at University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
The winning individual or team will receive a $50,000 Academic Achievement Award and will see their idea implemented at the Venetian/Palazzo resorts in Las Vegas.
The summit featured a keynote by Stephen Ritz, founder of the Green Bronx Machine, as well as several panels on sustainable hospitality and urban development.
With green practices becoming a staple of the… more
Sep 09, 2013
Access Intelligence has teamed up with Hannover Fairs USA, a division of Germany-Based Deutsche Messe, to produce international pavilions at Access’ Electric Power and RETECH shows, as well as work together on educational content for the events.
The strategy is two-fold: Deutsche Messe’s clients will have more access to the U.S. Market, while Access Intelligence’s Electric Power and RETECH shows will have increased international exposure.
“This strategic alliance capitalizes on our respective strengths,” said Don Pazour, CEO of Access Intelligence.
He added,… more
Sep 08, 2013
Building off the success of its popular Web site, HealthyChildren.org, the American Academy of Pediatrics will launch the Healthy Children Conference & Expo March 8-9 in Rosemont.
The new event will be a live educational event for parents, featuring sessions on children’s nutrition, safety, mental health and common health issues like allergies and obesity.
“The American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes that families want the most up-to-date and expert advice about their children’s health,” said pediatrician Jennifer Shu, MD, FAAP, spokesperson for the AAP.
She… more
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