2018 TOP 250 US TRADE SHOWS

The 2018 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2018 TSNN Top Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

* Professional attendee figure includes exhibit personnel

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
201
Techtextil North America - Atlanta

Techtextil North America assembles all vertical aspects of the technical textile industry: from research and development, through raw materials and production processes and finally ending in conversion, further treatment, and recycling.

Organizer: Messe Frankfurt Inc.
# Exhibitors: 387
# Attendees: 2,936
05/22/2018 to 05/24/2018
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 66,807
202
PLA Conference

Offered biennially, the PLA Conference is the premier event for public libraries, drawing thousands of librarians, library support staff, trustees, friends, and library vendors from across the country and around the world. This multi-day event offers over 100 top-quality education programs, social events that include author luncheons and networking receptions, and a bustling exhibits hall featuring the latest in products and services.

Organizer: Public Library Association/Corcoran Expositions Inc.
# Exhibitors: 296
# Attendees: 5,988
03/20/2018 to 03/24/2018
Pennsylvania Convention Center Philadelphia
NSF: 66,105
203
SLAS2018 International Conference & Exhibition

SLAS is a diverse collection of scientists, academicians, business leaders and students from around the globe benefited from an extensive lineup of education, new production information, and opportunities to connect with peers interested in charting the future of life sciences discovery and technology.

Organizer: Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening
# Exhibitors: 304
# Attendees: 4,361
02/03/2018 to 02/07/2018
San Diego Convention Center San Diego
NSF: 65,000
204
APCO International Annual Conference & Expo

APCO International’s Annual Conference & Expo is the premier event for public safetycommunications officials, from frontline telecommunicators to comm center managers to public safety communications equipment and services vendors.

Organizer: APCO International/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 279
# Attendees: 5,000
04/05/2018 to 04/08/2018
Sands Expo & Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 63,900
205
APIC Annual Conference

Immerse yourself in real world solutions to the infection prevention and control challenges you face every day. Whether you need to build your foundational skills, or are looking to improve your expertise on emerging issues, the Annual Conference brings together the most qualified thought leaders in our field. The curriculum spans a variety of formats for every learning style. Valuable, lifelong professional relationships are built here—when it comes to learning, the power of peers is unequaled. Inside the exhibit hall, get hands-on with the cutting edge equipment transforming the profession.

Organizer: APIC
# Exhibitors: 275
# Attendees: 2,428
06/13/2018 to 06/15/2018
Minneapolis Convention Center Minneapolis
NSF: 62,000
206
NAFA 2018 Institute & Expo

NAFA is the world’s premier not-for-profit association for professionals who manage fleets of sedans, law enforcement vehicles, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for organizations across the globe. NAFA’s annual Institute & Expo is the largest event of the fleet management industry.

Organizer: NAFA Fleet Management Association
# Exhibitors: 257
# Attendees: 1,166
04/24/2018 to 04/27/2018
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 61,900
207
AAO-HNSF 2018 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience

The AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO Experience is the premiere event for the otolaryngology community. Here the practice of medicine extends beyond the exam room and offers education for thousands of ENT physicians and surgeons in our meeting rooms and in the OTO Experience exhibit hall. Within the OTO Experience you will find on average 250 companies that cater to every aspect of one's practice including device manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, EMR systems, financial management firms, robotic and simulation technology, and more.

Organizer: American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation
# Exhibitors: 234
# Attendees: 4,900
10/07/2018 to 10/10/2018
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 60,400
208
American Geophysical Union Fall Meeting 2018

The AGU Fall Meeting brings together leaders from academia, government, and the private sector to examine and discuss the latest research and scientific developments in earth and space science.

Organizer: The American Geophysical Union/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 383
# Attendees: 26,505
12/10/2018 to 12/14/2018
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington, DC
NSF: 60,200
209
CDA Presents The Art & Science of Dentistry (Fall Show)

CDA Presents in San Francisco provides countless opportunities to be inspired. Learn the latest clinical and technological advancements. Peruse a vibrant tradeshow floor featuring nearly 400 companies displaying West Coast product launches, dental innovations and cutting-edge technology. Stimulate your brain with a myriad of C.E. opportunities.

Organizer: California Dental Association
# Exhibitors: 379
# Attendees: 12,216
09/06/2018 to 09/08/2018
Moscone Center San Francisco
NSF: 60,000
210
Enterprise Connect

For more than 28 years, Enterprise Connect has been the leading conference and exhibition for enterprise communications and collaboration in North America. Enterprise Connect brings corporate IT decision makers together with the industry's vendors, analysts and consultants to focus on the issues central to enterprise communications and collaboration.

Organizer: Informa Tech
# Exhibitors: 200
# Attendees: 6,472
03/12/2018 to 03/15/2018
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center Kissimmee, FL
NSF: 59,300
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