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
109
Solar Power International

Solar Power International (SPI) is North America's premier business-to-business event for professionals in solar energy and related fields.

Organizer: Solar Energy Trade Shows, LLC
# Exhibitors:585
# Attendees:14,426
10/21/2014 to 10/23/2014
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 209,900
110
IACP Annual Conference and Exposition

IACP's Annual Conference and Expo is the premier trade show and conference for law enforcement executives. It features over 200 educational workshops which provide law enforcement professionals from local, state, tribal and federal agencies with unparalleled education and direct access to over 750 exhibiting companies featuring the latest technology, products and services.

Organizer: International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)
# Exhibitors:810
# Attendees:10,823
10/25/2014 to 10/28/2014
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 207,400
111
Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) East, EastPack, and Various Other Co-located Shows

Face-to-face community where advanced technology manufacturers find products and services to accelerate projects, and advance their careers by networking with industry peers and thought leaders.

Organizer: UBM Canon
# Exhibitors:1,256
# Attendees:12,702
06/10/2014 to 06/12/2014
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 202,680
112
National Retail Federation's Annual Convention & Expo – Retail's BIG Show

NRF is the world's largest retail trade show, with membership that comprises all retail formats and channels of distribution including department, specialty, discount, catalog, Internet, independent stores, chain restaurants, drug stores and grocery stores as well as the industry's key trading partners of retail goods and service.

Organizer: National Retail Federation (NRF)
# Exhibitors:556
# Attendees:15,900
01/13/2014 to 01/14/2014
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 200,600
113
National Safety Council Congress & Expo

World's largest annual event dedicated to the environmental health and safety industry.

Organizer: National Safety Council (NSC)
# Exhibitors:1,003
# Attendees:8,000
09/13/2014 to 09/19/2014
San Diego Convention Center San Diego
NSF: 200,500
114
ISA International Sign Expo

This annual show alternates between Las Vegas, NV and Orlando, FL. The exhibitor base is comprised of manufacturers and suppliers of signs and visual communications equipment. Attendees comprise sign company owners, producers, designers, architects and end-users.

Organizer: International Sign Association
# Exhibitors:581
# Attendees:12,557
04/24/2014 to 04/26/2014
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 199,000
115
GlobalShop

GlobalShop is the world's largest annual trade show and conference dedicated to store design, visual merchandising and shopper marketing.

Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:677
# Attendees:5,785
03/18/2014 to 03/20/2014
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
NSF: 197,700
116
Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America

Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America is the largest seafood trade exposition in North America. In 2014, 20,409 buyers, suppliers, media and other seafood-industry professionals from 100 countries and over 1,100 exhibitors attended the exposition to meet face to face, discover new products and grow their businesses. Here buyers find the newest fresh, frozen, and packaged products and processing equipment, stay on top of emerging consumer trends, meet suppliers, and build important relationships to grow their business and increase seafood sales.

Organizer: Diversified Business Communications
# Exhibitors:1,113
# Attendees:12,731
03/16/2014 to 03/18/2014
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 197,430
117
Labelexpo Americas 2014

Launched in 1989, Labelexpo Americas celebrated its 25th anniversary with 2014's edition. Aimed at label and package printers, brand owners, designers and industry suppliers, it is widely regarded as being the leading trade show to see new technology, source new suppliers and buy new machinery. Labelexpo Americas is supported by the label industry trade body - the TLMI - and all key printing and packaging magazines. Well known for its live demonstrations of heavy label printing presses, the exhibition also offers a comprehensive conference program and range of informative feature areas where the newest technologies and services are widely demonstrated and explained for visitors to see first-hand and close up.

Organizer: Labelexpo Global Series/Tarsus Group
# Exhibitors:443
# Attendees:16,029
09/09/2014 to 09/11/2014
The Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont
NSF: 193,216
118
SuperZoo

The national show for pet retailers. Attendees come from all segments - mass market, large specialty, independent retailers, groomers, veterinarians, farm and feed, hardware and distributors.

Organizer: World Pet Association
# Exhibitors:910
# Attendees:16,639
07/22/2014 to 07/24/2014
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
NSF: 192,610
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.