2012 Top 250 Cdn Trade Shows
For a complete 2011 TSNN Top 50 Canadian Trade Show List please contact Joyce Crisp at jcrisp@tarsus.com 262-782-1900.
TSNN Rank by NSF | Event | Event Date(s) | Venue |
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167 |
NCTA - The Cable Show
Like no other live event, The Cable Show 2013 creates opportunities to learn, network and do business in the multi-billion dollar cable telecommunications industry. See the latest industry innovations, hear from world-renowned speakers and cultivate lasting business relationships.
Organizer: National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA)
# Exhibitors:286
# Attendees:10,285
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05/21/2012 to 05/23/2012 |
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
Boston
NSF: 120,300
|
168 |
New England Grows!
Trade show and conference for the commercial horticulture industry.
Organizer: M.V. Wood Co., Inc.
# Exhibitors:525
# Attendees:10,977
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02/01/2012 to 02/03/2012 |
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
Boston
NSF: 120,000
|
169 |
Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo
The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo is North America's largest indoor-outdoor living showcase. Every year, more than 350 leading hearth, patio and barbecue manufacturers and suppliers exhibit and demonstrate their latest home heating solutions; grills, grilling accessories and fully-equipped outdoor kitchens; casual patio furniture and outdoor accents; water and landscape features; all-weather entertainment products and more. The show attracts more than 5,000 specialty and mass market retailers, and professionals interested in getting a first look at the indoor-outdoor living innovations that consumers will be asking for in the seasons ahead.
Organizer: Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association
# Exhibitors:326
# Attendees:3,723
|
02/29/2012 to 03/03/2012 |
Georgia World Congress Center
Atlanta
NSF: 119,600
|
170 |
National Stationery Show
The NSS draws more than 11,000 diverse buyers from all 50 states and 58 countries worldwide, attending to stock their shelves and assess the latest trends. They represent stationery card and gift shops; bookstores; bridal shops; party stores; gourmet grocers; toy stores; pharmacies; attractions, hotel, hospital and airport gift shops; department, chain and specialty stores; large chains and モbig boxヤ mass retailers; online retailers and mail-order catalogs. The show also attracts importers and distributors, licensors, special-event planners and corporate marketers.
Organizer: George Little Management, LLC
# Exhibitors:804
# Attendees:14,447
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05/20/2012 to 05/23/2012 |
Javits Convention Center
New York
NSF: 119,417
|
173 |
ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition
ASH's Education and Scientific Program can help medical professionals stay up-to-date on the latest research, therapies, and tools needed to succeed. The meeting offers many networking events that will allow professionals to connect with colleagues and interact with leaders in the field to learn and share ideas.
Organizer: J. Spargo & Associates/American Society of Hematology
# Exhibitors:272
# Attendees:18,217
|
12/08/2012 to 12/10/2012 |
Georgia World Congress Center
Atlanta
NSF: 116,500
|
174 |
The Car Wash Show 2012
The International Carwash Association (ICA) is an industry-driven membership association that's primary mission is to serve the needs of the car wash and detailing industry's professionals and to represent their interests. ICA's trade show (The Car Wash Show) attracts 6,000 car washing professionals representing thousands of locations around the world.
Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors:308
# Attendees:4,000
|
05/07/2012 to 05/09/2012 |
Sands Expo & Convention Center
Las Vegas
NSF: 116,050
|
177 |
ACE12 Annual Conference and Exposition
ACE12 provides an environment where water professionals can be leaders in the water industry.
Organizer: American Water Works Association (AWWA)
# Exhibitors:470
# Attendees:6,269
|
06/12/2012 to 06/16/2012 |
Dallas Convention Center
Dallas
NSF: 112,400
|
179 |
Annual Pet Industry Christmas Trade Show and Educational Conference
Pet industry trade show and educational conference for the pet and pet-related retail industry.
Organizer: H.H. Backer Associates Inc.
# Exhibitors:502
# Attendees:7,456
|
10/12/2012 to 10/14/2012 |
The Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont
NSF: 110,000
|
181 |
ASTRO Annual Meeting
The ASTRO Annual Meeting is the premier educational and scientific event for radiation oncology professionals. Radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, nurses and healthcare professionals can update their knowledge and skills through state-of-the-art educational sessions and research presentations. In addition to a topnotch scientific program, the Annual Meeting also serves as an industry focal point offering excellent interaction with the vendor community. ASTRO attendees will have the opportunity to discover the latest product developments and technologies in cancer treatment and care from more than 235 exhibitors.
Organizer: J. Spargo & Associates/American Society for Radiation Oncology
# Exhibitors:221
# Attendees:8,367
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10/28/2012 to 10/30/2012 |
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
Boston
NSF: 107,700
|
182 |
National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition
The National Teaching Institutw & Critical Care Exposition is AACN's annual conference and exhibition. The conference offers more than 300 continuing educational sessions over six days for high acuity and critical care nurses, including advanced practice nurses, nurse managers, progressive care, transport and emergency department nurses who care for critically-ill patients.
Organizer: American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
# Exhibitors:1,052
# Attendees:6,638
|
05/22/2012 to 05/24/2012 |
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando
NSF: 105,200
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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