TSNN Reveals 2024 Awards Finalists
November 22, 2024
Trade Show News Network (TSNN) announces the short list of finalists for its 14th annual TSNN Awards, recognizing trade show excellence and innovation across 12 categories. The winners will be revealed in person at a dual industry awards program on Monday, Dec. 16, at The Novo during Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting and Exhibition® in Los Angeles.
“This year’s finalists reflect the creativity, resilience, and forward-thinking leadership that define our industry,” said TSNN’s VP of Group Content Danica Tormohlen. “We’re especially excited to join forces with IAEE to present an unforgettable awards celebration in Los Angeles, honoring these outstanding achievements on a stage as dynamic as the honorees themselves.”
The 2024 TSNN Awards finalists include:
Industry Icon
Gregg Vautrin, RX
Chris Brown, Level Up Event Strategies and The Clarion Events Collaborative
Karalynn Sprouse, Emerald
Kimberly Carcone, Toy Association
Jonathan Weiner, HLTH
B2B Outstanding Show Pro
Jesse James, Shoppe Object, ANDMORE
Jackie Williams, RX
Joy Sobhani, Bar & Restaurant Show, Questex
Nicole Hoffman, Stimulate
Rich Russo, IRE, Informa
B2C Outstanding Show Pro
Jessica Kircher, Emerald
Chris D’Lando, ReedPop
Joe Avino, Leftfield/Clarion
Laurette Veres, Bridal Extravaganza Show
Lisa Knowles, Newport international Boat Show
B2C Show of the Year
Overland Expo, Emerald
FanaticsFest NYC, Fanatics Events
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Informa
Bridal Extravaganza Show
New York Comic Con, RX
B2B Show of the Year
DevLearn Conference & Expo, CloserStill Media
MODEX, MHI
GSX, ASIS International
National Restaurant Show, Informa
VMX, NAVC
Best Community
The Utility Show, AEM
VMX, NAVC
World of Concrete, Informa
PAX, RX
Cocina Sabroso Food & Beverage Trade Show, Emerald
Best Design
ISSA, Informa
Bar & Restaurant Expo/Questex
G2E, RX
SuperZoo, World Pet Association
The Utility Expo, AEM
Best Engagement
DISTRIBUTECH International, Clarion
Coverings, Taffy Event Strategies
IME West, Informa
INTERPHEX, RX
Dallas Market Center
Best Exhibitor Program
GSX, ASIS
Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show, Clarion
Lightovation at Dallas Market Center
Vision Expo, RX
Labelexpo, Informa
Best Marketing
MJBizCon, Emerald
New York Comic Con, RX
NPE, Plastics Association
SupplySide West, Informa
VMX, NAVC
Best Use of Tech
Digital Signage Expo, Questex
Nest Climate Summit, MetroMultimedia
ITC Vegas, Clarion, Snöball
NBAA, MCI
Licensing Expo, Informa
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Clarion Events: Active Allyship DEIB Program
RISKWORLD, RIMS
VMX, NAVC
Shoppe Object, ANDMORE
MJBizCon, Emerald
Giving Back
Live Design International, Questex
Coverings, Taffy
Vision Expo, RX
ANDMORE
International Roofing Expo, Informa
Sustainability
DISTRIBUTECH International, Clarion
Surf Expo, Emerald
Waste Expo, Informa
NPE, Plastics Industry Association
BCB Brooklyn, RX
What's next
Those interested in attending the TSNN Awards Celebration must register for the IAEE Annual Meeting and Expo! Expo!. Register here.
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.
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