2012 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2012 TSNN Top 250 Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact Bradford Christison at bchristison@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
220
NFMT - National Facilities Management & Technology Products and services used by designers, builders and managers of commercial buildings.
Organizer: ROC Exhibitions, Inc.
# Exhibitors:456
# Attendees:5,301
03/13/2012 to 03/15/2012
Baltimore Convention Center Baltimore
NSF: 65,250
222
NFPA Conference & Expo (National Fire Protection Assn.) The NFPA Conference & Expo (formerly the World Safety Conference & Exposition) brings together professionals from the fire, safety and electrical fields. The expo combines an unrivaled educational conference with an expo of more than 370 solution providers.
Organizer: ROC-NFPA, LLC
# Exhibitors:293
# Attendees:4,531
06/11/2012 to 06/13/2012
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
NSF: 64,200
223
CHA 2012 Summer Convention & Trade Show For more than 30 years, the CHA Summer Show has been the craft and hobby industry's must-attend event of the season for buyers, exhibitors and designers.
Organizer: Craft and Hobby Association
# Exhibitors:172
# Attendees:2,015
07/16/2012 to 07/19/2012
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont
NSF: 61,028
225
EXHIBITOR2012 World conference and exhibition for trade show and event marketing.
Organizer: Hall-Erickson, Inc.
# Exhibitors:272
# Attendees:3,579
03/04/2012 to 03/08/2012
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
NSF: 59,480
226
International Jewelry Fair/General Merchandise Show - Spring For the trade only direct delivery gift and jewelry show. Features housewares, home d�cor, gourmet items, apparel and fashion.
Organizer: Helen Brett Enterprises
# Exhibitors:302
# Attendees:8,430
05/17/2012 to 05/20/2012
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 57,350
227
Mfg4 - Manufacturing for the Future

Manufacturing events are evolving along with industry. The all-new Mfg4 event places four strategic industries – aerospace, defense, medical, and energy – under one roof, with an emphasis on industry-specific applications and cross-collaboration. A multi-industry focused exposition and technical conference, Mfg4 is a marketplace for expertise, networking, and application ideas. Developed in partnership with industry leaders, Mfg4 combines an executive-level conference-driven platform showcasing recognized industry experts in session, panel discussion, and keynotes formats. Demonstrations of advanced equipment and materials, plus innovation within the supply chain are key components.

Organizer: Society of Manufacturing Engineers
# Exhibitors:280
# Attendees:5,173
05/08/2012 to 05/10/2012
Connecticut Convention Center Hartford
NSF: 56,030
228
2012 KeHE Holiday Show KeHE is dedicated to the success of our customers and suppliers by providing exceptional marketing, merchandising, and distribution services. The KeHE Holiday Show is a hosted buyer event that allows retailers that KeHE distributes to meet directly with the vendors and have the opportunity to make purchases for the stores the represent.The focus of our Holiday Show is on the late Fall and Holiday selling season, with all product categories represented – including specialty & gourmet, natural & organic, fresh, VMS & personal care, bulk and general merchandise.
Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors:580
# Attendees:1,545
06/10/2012 to 06/12/2012
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 55,950
231
ASRW|NACE|CARS 2012 Automotive Service & Repair Week is the best single source of industry education and training, networking, and tradeshow/exhibition for professionals from all segments of the automotive service and repair industry.
Organizer: Hanley Wood Exhibitions
# Exhibitors:237
# Attendees:16,652
10/10/2012 to 10/13/2012
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 53,500
232
Hawaii Lodging, Hospitality & Foodservice Expo The Hawaii Lodging, Hospitality & Foodservice Expo is in it's 18th year and is the largest annual trade event in the State of Hawaii. It provides access to products, services and equipment for Hawaii's hotels and restaurants and related needs for hospitals, schools, the military, shopping centers, clubs, supermarkets, commercial property management, architects, interior designers and the fast food industry.
Organizer: Douglas Trade Shows Management
# Exhibitors:326
# Attendees:4,412
07/11/2012 to 07/12/2012
Neal Blaisdell Center Honolulu
NSF: 53,000
233
BAI Retail Delivery 2012 BAI is the financial services industry's partner for breakthrough information and intelligence needed to innovate and stay relevant in an evolving marketplace. For more than 80 years, we have focused on advancing the industry by offering unbiased education and research. Our offerings are as diverse as the industry, and include premier events such as BAI Retail Delivery 2012. BAI Retail Delivery this is a powerful way to reach the retail financial services industry. At BAI Retail Delivery, the industry's most comprehensive and relevant event,attendees are business decision-makers with purchasing power who drive and execute retail banking strategies.
Organizer: Bank Administration Institute (BAI)
# Exhibitors:222
# Attendees:1,708
10/09/2012 to 10/11/2012
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington
NSF: 51,326
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