LONDON, U.K. — Nineteen Group’s Safety & Security Event Series is billed as Europe’s largest exhibition dedicated to the safety and security of people, places and assets. These co-located shows take place at NEC Birmingham and include: The Security Event The Health & Safety Event The Fire Safety Event The Workplace Event National Cyber […]
MINNEAPOLIS — On Aug. 19-21, Outdoor Retailer’s first edition in the “City of Lakes” drew more than 1,800 attendees, 275-plus exhibiting brands and more than 400 qualified retailers as organizer Forge sought to reset the legacy trade show around buyer engagement, emerging brands and creator-driven exhibitor ROI. The event also generated nearly 4,400 lead scans […]
Back to School, But Not Back to the Office? is a contributed article from Douglas Emslie. September means one thing for millions of young people: back to school. They’ll learn from teachers, but they’ll learn just as much from being around other people — watching, listening, making mistakes, building friendships and developing confidence. Yet, when they […]
CHICAGO — When Trade Show Executive launched its Young Professionals Corner in 2024, we looked at some of the most impactful credentialing programs and certifications for events professionals. A lot can change in two years, though. Get an update on events industry education below, which includes ways to level up even if you are in […]
LAS VEGAS — RX announced the launch of the Hardlines Supplier Event (HSE), which will bring together retailers, brands, distributors, wholesalers and private label leaders in the hardlines industry, which encompasses durable, non-perishable goods such as tools, appliances, furniture, electronics and sporting equipment. HSE aims to help attendees uncover new sourcing opportunities, strengthen supply […]
CHICAGO — For career-driven individuals, a rewarding professional moment can come in the form of a promotion or being trusted to take on new projects and lead teams. These advancements can also come with their own set of challenges to navigate through, as the transition from peer to leader on teams brings a new set of […]
SEATTLE — The Society of Independent Show Organizers (SISO) brought its annual Leadership Conference to the Seattle Convention Center in 2026 under the theme of “Design. Activate. Thrive.” The event once again saw attendance growth as a greater number of companies sent representatives to Seattle for the program. “We were excited to welcome a […]
CHICAGO — A critical part of the events ecosystem is the labor that helps bring the show floors to life — but is also a key component that is misunderstood. To help get young professionals and other early-career professionals up to speed about working with labor, the Exhibition Services and Contractors Association’s (ESCA) Rising Leaders […]
SAN DIEGO — The Pacific Coast Builders Conference (PCBC), which was held on July 28-29 at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, saw exponential growth this year with a revamp that led to a 27% increase in registrations. At first blush, you may assume that the California Building Industry Association (CBIA), the organization that […]
An ambitious program at FASHION by Informa is elevating the trade show experience through curated, one-on-one business meetings. Started four years ago, it has grown to about 1,000 meetings annually. The FASHION by Informa portfolio of events includes MAGIC, PROJECT, SOURCING, OFFPRICE and COTERIE. FASHION by Informa’s team of retail experts matches retailers and exhibitors […]