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
221
APHA 2018 Annual Meeting & Expo

The Public Health Expo is the largest and most comprehensive public health exhibit featuring more than 700 booths of information, state-of-the-art products, and services geared towards public health professionals.

Organizer: American Public Health Association (APHA)
# Exhibitors: 422
# Attendees: 12,434
11/10/2018 to 11/14/2018
San Diego Convention Center San Diego
NSF: 50,300
222
Amusement Expo International

Amusement Expo International is a trade expo for manufacturers, distributors, operators and parts suppliers of coin-operated amusement products.

Organizer: William T. Glasgow Inc.
# Exhibitors: 202
# Attendees: 2,013
02/28/2018 to 03/01/2018
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 49,900
223
Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show

The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show is the only event exclusively serving the Florida restaurant and foodservice marketplace. Restaurateurs, foodservice professionals, caterers, dieticians/nutritionists, retailers and more benefit from access to the latest products, services, education, culinary demonstrations and special events - all designed to boost business profits, increase profitability and guest satisfaction. Sponsored by the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show.

Organizer: Clarion UX
# Exhibitors: 300
# Attendees: 6,471
09/06/2018 to 09/08/2018
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 49,650
224
AADE 2018

The American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) Annual Meeting is the largest gathering of diabetes educators in the world. Diabetes Educators help individuals with diabetes learn how to manage their disease and be as healthy as possible. These specialists are healthcare professionals —Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Registered Dietitians, and Pharmacists. Diabetes educators focus on all aspects of diabetes care, and are also skilled in counseling, education and communication.

Organizer: American Association of Diabetes Educators
# Exhibitors: 194
# Attendees: 3,109
08/17/2018 to 08/20/2018
Baltimore Convention Center Baltimore
NSF: 49,000
225
ASRM Scientific Session and Expo

Annual trade show for the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.

Organizer: American Society for Reproductive Medicine
# Exhibitors: 220
# Attendees: 3,575
10/06/2018 to 10/10/2018
Colorado Convention Center Denver
NSF: 48,900
226
HydroVision International

Join 3,000+ attendees and more than 320 exhibiting companies from around the world at the largest worldwide gathering of hydro professionals. HydroVision International provides a week of informative hydropower focused meetings including perspectives on the role of hydropower and issues affecting hydro resources.

Organizer: Clarion Energy
# Exhibitors: 321
# Attendees: 1,793
06/26/2018 to 06/28/2018
Charlotte Convention Center Charlotte
NSF: 47,700
227
ASHE Annual Conference & Technical Exhibition

More than 3,700 health care facility and engineering professionals gathered onsite at the 2018 ASHE Annual Conference & Technical Exhibition to network, find new solutions, and learn alongside one another. The ASHE Annual Conference creates the ideal environment to connect with fellow colleagues while preparing yourself for future trends and challenges in health care. Attendees can earn up to 20.5 contact hours and gain valuable tools and resources to better navigate to ever changing health care landscape.

Organizer: ASHE/SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors: 359
# Attendees: 2,041
07/15/2018 to 07/18/2018
Washington State Convention Center Seattle
NSF: 47,000
228
Graphics of the Americas Trade Show

Graphics of the Americas, produced annually by the Printing Association of Florida, USA. GOA is one of the graphic communications industry's largest,annual, combined expositions and conferences. GOA is a unique event attractingover 6,800 printers, designers and creative professionals from North America,Central America, South America, the Caribbean and all corners of the world.

Organizer: Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA)
# Exhibitors: 153
# Attendees: 4,288
02/22/2018 to 02/24/2018
Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center Fort Lauderdale
NSF: 44,200
229
ABX | ArchitectureBoston Expo

ArchitectureBoston Expo (ABX) is one of the largest events for the design and construction industry in the country, and the largest regional conference and tradeshow. The show floor and educational program provide the best opportunity to discover the latest trends, advances in technology and best practices for business growth. Drawing 95% of its attendance from New England, attendees enjoy a welcoming and valuable networking experience which delivers professional growth and business success.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors: 253
# Attendees: 8,099
11/28/2018 to 11/29/2018
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston
NSF: 44,020
230
ASN Kidney Week

The American Society of Nephrology (ASN) leads the fight against kidney diseases by educating health professionals, sharing new knowledge, advancing research, and advocating the highest quality care for patients.

Organizer: American Society of Nephrology/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 161
# Attendees: 10,508
10/23/2018 to 10/28/2018
San Diego Convention Center San Diego
NSF: 43,900
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.