2014 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2014 TSNN Top 250 Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
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MAGIC Market Week (MAGIC Men's/WWDMAGIC/FN Platform/Sourcing at MAGIC/WSA@MAGIC/Project/Pool) - Aug.

MAGIC is where the international community of apparel, accessories and footwear professionals trades information, previews trends, builds business and shops fashion unlike anywhere else in the industry. Each February and August, tens of thousands of attendees from over 80 countries meet more than 5,000 emerging-to-established brands to spark the strategic connections that become the relationships of tomorrow.

Organizer: Advanstar Communications Inc.
# Exhibitors:4,927
# Attendees:71,000
08/18/2014 to 08/20/2014
Las Vegas Convention Center/Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 1,082,630
10
America's Largest RV Show

America's Largest RV Show hosts over 1200 new RVs and the latest RV and camping accessories and services. It is the first place you can see the new model RVs. The first two days are dedicated to industry personnel and the last 5 days are open to consumers making it a true hybrid show. Education events are held for both the industry and public.

Organizer: Pennsylvania RV & Camping Assn.
# Exhibitors:189
# Attendees:3,163
09/09/2014 to 09/14/2014
Giant Center Hershey
NSF: 999,402
11
MAGIC Market Week (MAGIC Men's/WWDMAGIC/FN Platform/Sourcing at MAGIC/WSA@MAGIC/Project/Pool) - Feb.

MAGIC is where the international community of apparel, accessories and footwear professionals trades information, previews trends, builds business and shops fashion unlike anywhere else in the industry. Each February and August, tens of thousands of attendees from over 80 countries meet more than 5,000 emerging-to-established brands to spark the strategic connections that become the relationships of tomorrow.

Organizer: Advanstar Communications Inc.
# Exhibitors:4,873
# Attendees:68,563
02/18/2014 to 02/20/2014
Las Vegas Convention Center/Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 994,425
12
Florida RV SuperShow

The Florida RV SuperShow promotes the RV lifestyle and camping in the State of Florida.

Organizer: Florida RV Trade Association
# Exhibitors:358
# Attendees:580
01/15/2014 to 01/19/2014
Florida State Fairgrounds Tampa
NSF: 954,473
13
NAB Show

NAB Show is the world's largest electronic media show covering filmed entertainment and the development, management, and delivery of content across all mediums. With more than 97,000 attendees from 159 countries and 1700+ exhibiting companies, NAB Show is the ultimate marketplace for digital media and entertainment. From creation to consumption, across multiple platforms and countless nationalities, NAB Show is home to the solutions that transcend traditional broadcasting and embrace content delivery to new devices in new ways.

Organizer: National Association of Broadcasters
# Exhibitors:1,726
# Attendees:65,062
04/07/2014 to 04/10/2014
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 947,178
14
Mid-America Trucking Show

The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is the largest annual heavy-duty trucking industry event in the world. Held each year at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, KY, the show attracts 70,000+ attendees and 1,000+ exhibitors from throughout the United States and abroad. As the industry's premier business venue, MATS offers attendees the best opportunity to efficiently research the latest products and services, gain insight into current topics in the industry, and network with attendees and exhibitors from around the world. For exhibiting companies, MATS offers an unparalleled forum to effectively introduce new offerings, increase brand awareness, promote products and connect with suppliers, customers, and prospects.

Organizer: Exhibit Management Associates, Inc.
# Exhibitors:1,077
# Attendees:79,061
03/27/2014 to 03/29/2014
Kentucky Exposition Center Louisville
NSF: 826,730
15
International Home + Housewares Show Annual housewares marketplace including products from kitcheware, cook and bakeware, dinnerware, home decor, gourmet food, cleaning, home organization, kitchen/personal care/household electrics, floor and carpet care, home healthcare and pet supplies.
Organizer: International Housewares Association
# Exhibitors:2,102
# Attendees:40,000
03/15/2014 to 03/18/2014
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 778,000
16
Annual National RV Trade Show

The National RV Trade Show promotes and stimulates interest in, and demand for, recreation vehicles, park trailers, related original equipment manufacturer supplier accessories, parts and services. Exhibit participation is limited to manufacturers of motorhomes, travel trailers, folding tent campers, park trailers that meet RVIA definition of a park trailers and suppliers of OEM parts, aftermarket products and services. The show is not open to public attendance.

Organizer: Recreational Vehicle Industry Association RVIA
# Exhibitors:287
# Attendees:3,870
12/02/2014 to 12/04/2014
Kentucky Exposition Center Louisville
NSF: 755,253
17
RECon

RECon is the worlds largest retail real estate exhibition and conference devoted to the shopping center industry. Participants include owners, developers, leasing agents, brokers, retailers, financial institutions and product and service suppliers.

Organizer: International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
# Exhibitors:958
# Attendees:34,000
05/18/2014 to 05/20/2014
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 752,400
18
GIE+EXPO

GIE+EXPO is the industry's largest showcase for outdoor power equipment distributed through dealers, retailers and distributors for consumer, professional and rental use. The show features lawn and garden products and outdoor leisure items distributed through home centers, dealers and retailers as well as light construction and landscape equipment used by general contractors, landscapers, golf course superintendents, municipalities and parks, and recreation crews.

Organizer: Sellers Expositions
# Exhibitors:676
# Attendees:
10/22/2014 to 10/24/2014
Kentucky Exposition Center Louisville
NSF: 739,730
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.