2017 TOP US TRADE SHOWS

The 2017 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2017 TSNN Top Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
81
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 2017, buyers, suppliers, media and other seafood-industry professionals from over 121 countries and over 1,340 exhibiting companies attended the exposition to meet face to face, discover new products, and grow their businesses. Here, buyers find the newest fresh, frozen, and packaged seafood products and processing equipment, stay on top of emerging customer trends, meet suppliers, and build important relationships to grow their business and increase seafood sales.

Organizer: Diversified Communications
# Exhibitors: 1,342
# Attendees: 13,340
03/19/2017 to 03/21/2017
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 253,560
82
ASIS International

For more than six decades, the ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits has been the premier event for security professionals worldwide, providing industry-leading education, countless business connections, and the latest products and services.

Organizer: ASIS International
# Exhibitors: 575
# Attendees: 13,898
09/25/2017 to 09/28/2017
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
NSF: 249,600
83
AACC Annual Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo

See new science and new technology in all areas of clinical diagnostics, automation, information systems, point-of-care, OEM, and biotech.

Organizer: AACC/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 791
# Attendees: 11,266
07/30/2017 to 08/03/2017
San Diego Convention Center San Diego
NSF: 246,200
84
IFT17: Where Science Feeds Innovation

Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) is a nonprofit professional academic society with approximately 18,000 members working in food science, technology, and related professions in academia, industry and government. IFT exists to advance the science of food and the long-range vision is to ensure a safe and abundant food supply contributing to healthier people everywhere. The Annual Meeting brings together professionals involved in both the science and the business of food — experts from industry, academia and government. Our meeting features the latest food products, the hottest food trends, and the most important developments in the science of food.

Organizer: Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
# Exhibitors: 1,154
# Attendees: 9,516
06/26/2017 to 06/28/2017
Sands Expo & Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 242,900
85
AAOS 2017 Annual Meeting

The AAOS Annual Meeting is the world’s largest marketplace for orthopaedic surgeons, nurses, PAs and other healthcare professionals. Attendees can compare products, attend demonstrations and have questions answered by representatives from over 650 companies from around the world. Products exhibited include arthroscopic systems, biomaterials, implants, pain management, practice management, rehab equipment, surgical equipment and instruments.

Organizer: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
# Exhibitors: 640
# Attendees: 15,259
03/14/2017 to 03/18/2017
San Diego Convention Center San Diego
NSF: 242,700
86
SIA Snow Show

Member owned, industry inspired, the SIA Snow Show brings together 96% of the supplier market share in snow sports, representing over 1,000 brands in alpine, snowboard, cross country, AT/backcountry, snowshoe, outdoor and apparel. You can see all of the latest trends, innovations, full color palettes and complete product lines on and off the snow.

Organizer: SnowSports Industries America (SIA)
# Exhibitors: 450
# Attendees: 3,888
01/26/2017 to 01/29/2017
Colorado Convention Center Denver
NSF: 241,839
87
ATA Trade Show (Archery Trade Association)

The ATA Trade Show is the archery and bowhunting industry’s LARGEST show. It’s also the industry’s MOST INCLUSIVE show. The ATA Trade Show is a member-driven event to promote commerce within the archery and bowhunting industry. Owned and operated by the ATA, the show is closed to the public and is an order writing event.

Organizer: Archery Trade Association
# Exhibitors: 653
# Attendees: 4,456
01/10/2017 to 01/12/2017
Indiana Convention Center Indianapolis
NSF: 239,378
88
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: 594
# Attendees: 21,826
01/15/2017 to 01/17/2017
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 238,800
89
WasteExpo

Informa's Waste360 Group harnesses the power of its many properties to serve the solid waste and recycling industry. The industry widely consumes this content in the form of websites, live events, online learning and digital opportunities and more and includes: Waste360.com, WasteExpo, The Global Waste Management Symposium, The Healthcare Waste Conference, and four topical and timely e-newsletters.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors: 613
# Attendees: 5,119
05/09/2017 to 05/11/2017
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 236,300
90
SupplySide West

SupplySide West brings together more than 15,000 ingredient buyers and suppliers from the dietary supplement, beverage, functional food, personal care and sports nutrition industries. SupplySide West is all about the science and strategy around the development of finished products that drive the global business economy.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors: 1,250
# Attendees: 7,157
09/25/2017 to 09/29/2017
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 235,450
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.