Industry News
Curated headlines from the trade show and exhibition industry's top publications, associations, and expert blogs. Stay current with exhibitor announcements, show openings, industry trends, and market news from across the events world. Whether you follow technology, healthcare, food, or manufacturing events, our news feed surfaces the stories that matter to trade show professionals, exhibitors, and event marketers.
RX Names Alison Powell as its first Global Chief Marketing Officer
The London-based global events and exhibitions company has appointed its first Global Chief Marketing Officer in a newly created executive role.
International Builders Show Draws 75,000 to Final Orlando Trade Show Before Move to Las Vegas
The annual home-building trade show, which is moving to Las Vegas next year, introduced the new AI & Tech Studio and offered attendees the opportunity to tour the official show homes located just outside Orlando.
Event Security Expert Warns Against Reactive Approach as Threats Evolve
Global Awareness Professionals President Mark Herrera explains why updated event security training should focus on frontline staff empowerment and early behavioral threat detection as traditional security approaches prove inadequate against evolving risks.
San Diego Convention Center CEO Rip Rippetoe to Retire After Decade of Record Growth
San Diego Convention Center CEO Rip Rippetoe will retire after 10 years of leadership that included navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and achieving record-breaking economic impact of $1.6 billion in fiscal year 2025.
Gary Shapiro, the CES Ninja, Reflects on a Remarkable Journey
The president and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association talks to TSNN about overcoming obstacles to create the country’s most in-demand trade show.
Questex Unveils Platform to Scale Curated Business Matchmaking Across Event Portfolio
Questex has launched Q Connect and Q Connect Premium, a new connection framework that uses first-party audience intelligence to deliver curated one-to-one meetings and executive experiences across its global event portfolio
Done Deal: LVE Expands West Coast Operations With Acquisition of Innovative Expo
With the purchase of California-based Innovative Expo, LVE has expanded its regional footprint to enhance client support capabilities across the West Coast market.
Evolving Expectations Off the Show Floor Lead Latest Wave of Hotel Upgrades
Properties across the country are investing millions in renovations, new concepts, and ultra-luxury accommodations to impress attendees long after the convention doors close.
IAEE Inks Deal to Acquire EXHIBITORLIVE and EXHIBITOR Magazine
IAEE will acquire Exhibitor Group by April 30 to create a unified ecosystem serving both exhibition organizers and exhibitors.
Government Shutdown Looms
ECA's Tommy Goodwin explains how the impending third DHS shutdown since October could impact the industry this time around.
As Data Valuations Cool, What Does That Mean for Events Businesses?
M&A Advisor Adam Shaw shares why AI concerns pressuring data company valuations are actually strengthening the investment case for events businesses, as live gatherings generate irreplaceable proprietary intelligence that digital channels cannot replicate.
Connect Spring Marketplace Reveals Program for Citywide Track Powered by TSNN
Specialized program addresses growing demand for multi-venue, destination-wide events
Smart, Stylish and Show Floor Ready: Must-Have Products for Trade Show Travel Pros
Eight innovative travel products help trade show and events professionals stay comfortable, organized and polished on the road, from hybrid sneaker-heels to high-tech recovery tools.
Turn Trade Show Booth Walls into Conversation Starters
ASV's Brian Dunlap Shares 5 Takeaways on How to Use Visual Storytelling When Designing Your Booth To Drive Trade Show Engagement
Winning Back the World: DC’s Strategy for Growing International Travel
Tourism leaders reveal perceptions, policy shifts and major moments that will influence inbound visitation in 2026.
After 42 years in Louisville, Equip Expo Will Rotate to Orlando Beginning in 2029
Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment trade show that ranked No. 8 on the most recent TSNN Top Trade Show List, announced a two-city rotation plan, with Orlando hosting shows in 2029, 2031, and 2033.
Tech Trends: New Tools for Faster Booth Design, Smarter Payments, and AI-Driven Planning
TSNN takes a deep dive into the newest tech solutions for events of all types, plus the latest must-know industry news.