Trade Show Executive magazine

Ashley Kempson, CMP, DES, Director, Meetings & Convention Operations at the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), is another of Trade Show Executive’s (TSE) 2024 Women to Watch. “My motivation stems from a love of learning and a constant desire to push myself to be better,” Kempson said. “I’m always striving to grow and evolve, never content with settling for the status quo, and that shines through in my work.” Learn about Kempson’s impressive career, how she avoids burnout, her advice to events industry up-and-comers, and more: https://lnkd.in/dsNTM_EN Also, if you are attending Expo! Expo!, be sure to see Ashley speak at the Women to Watch: Perspectives from Emerging Leaders on the Future of Events panel on Thursday, Dec. 19, at 8:45 a.m. in Room 403B! #TSE #womentowatch #InformaMarkets

2 Weeks left! Trade Show Executive is accepting entries for the next class of the TSE Fastest 50 Awards & Summit. The deadline for entries is Dec. 31. We can't wait to see you there! https://lnkd.in/evN5gu-D

ISC East saw another momentous year in 2024, reporting nearly 6,000 attendees and more than 200 exhibitors. Trade Show Executive explored the event’s flourishing educational opportunities, show floor enhancements and more with Mary Beth Shaughnessy, Event Vice President, ISC Security Events, at RX. “Year after year, we strive to provide ISC East attendees and exhibitors with the best experience possible,” Shaughnessy said. “Plus, ISC Security Events as a whole is working to make the industry more welcoming and supportive for underrepresented groups, including women and young professionals … All in all, ISC East is always working to feature additional security products and solutions, enhance our education and special events, creating value for both exhibitors and attendees alike.”   https://lnkd.in/gp8DsD8P #ISCEast #RX #events 

Located along the picturesque California Desert, Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage is set to host the Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Awards & Summit from October 14-17, 2025. Relive the magic from this year's Gold 100 in breathtaking Santa Barbara. Video by CNTV https://lnkd.in/g3NWkJmz Submit your show by December 31 to be part of this fabulous and exclusive event! https://lnkd.in/gig9cYNy

The 2024 edition of the International Association of Fairs and Expos (IAFE) Convention & Trade Show was sold out. It also reported an increase in exhibitors by 11.1% over 2023, which resulted in an increase in net square feet sold of 11.7%. Additionally, sponsorship revenues increased by over 20% this year. “The increase can be attributed to the continued rebound of the event industry, which was severely impacted by the pandemic,” Steve Siever, Director of Sales at IAFE, said. “In addition, the fair business as a whole continues to offer a value proposition to fair guests. Community celebrations thrive in times of economic uncertainty. We continue to see fairs nationwide and beyond reporting good numbers when weather does not make an impact.” Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g3m9repw #IAFE #tradeshows

 The Exhibition Services & Contractors Association (ESCA) held its annual Winter Celebration & Awards at The Majestic in Los Angeles on Dec. 15, serving as a high note to kick off the week on for Expo! Expo!, International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE)’s Annual Meeting and Exhibition. Check out tonight's winners here: https://lnkd.in/ezdJZeaw

Trade Show Executive’s (TSE) celebration of its 2024 Women to Watch continues as we highlight Traci Hirst, Head of Sales, MAGIC, at Informa Markets. TSE spoke with Hirst about how she started in the events industry, the ways in which women can support one other and the next big thing for events. “Creating mentorship programs, promoting each other’s events, attending networking events and participating in women-led initiatives within the industry are all really important,” Hirst said. “At Informa Markets, mentorship is really valued, and everyone is encouraged to participate in both formal and informal mentorships. I take the time to mentor young women and create opportunities for them — it’s important to set up the next generation of professionals for success.” https://lnkd.in/gkcZTNjt #TSE #womentowatch #InformaMarkets

Located along the picturesque California Desert in Palm Springs, The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage is set to host the Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Awards & Summit from October 14-17, 2025. Submit your show by December 31 to be part of this luxurious and cutting-edge event. https://lnkd.in/gSXywuhX #TSEGold100

This September, Hurricane Helene ravaged golf courses in North and South Carolina, and beyond. In its aftermath, the Carolinas Golf Course Superintendents Association (GCSA) stepped up, setting up a “drop off and pick up” sites program and a Hurricane Disaster Relief Fund. See how the Carolinas GCSA Conference and Trade Show — held Nov. 18-20 at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center — helped the industry band together in this tough time: https://lnkd.in/dRKzpSdA #tradeshows #GCSA #events 

This month, Trade Show Executive (TSE) features Chuck Grouzard, Executive Vice President of North America Business Development at GES - Global Experience Specialists, who is stepping into the role of Chair at the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) for the 2025 term. TSE spoke with Grouzard to learn about his vision for IAEE, the benefits of industry involvement and the importance of collaboration, grit and leading with kindness. https://lnkd.in/g4Ff9Y5B #GES #IAEE #eventprofs