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Rosen Law Firm Encourages GoDaddy Inc. Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation - GDDY
NEW YORK, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE: GDDY) resulting from allegations that GoDaddy may have issued materially misleading...
Renforcer les marchés locaux pour créer de la valeur à long terme : Zoomlion fait progresser la localisation avec une échelle mondiale
ISTANBUL, 13 juin 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lors de l'expo KOMATEK 2026, qui vient de refermer ses portes, Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (« Zoomlion » ; 1157.HK) a fait forte impression sous le thème « L'innovation au service de la valeur ». En présentant plus de 40...
Angel Yeast Releases 2025 Sustainability Report as Company Marks 40th Anniversary
SHANGHAI, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Angel Yeast (SSE: 600298), one of the world's leading yeast manufacturers, recently marked its 40th anniversary with the release of the 2025 Sustainability Report. Structured around four key themes—Stable Development, Strong Momentum, Green...
Breakthrough T1D Celebrates Approval of Tzield for use in Stage 3 Type 1 Diabetes in the US
NEW YORK, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Breakthrough T1D, the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, applauds today's decision from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve Tzield for use in individuals ages 8-17 within eight weeks of a...
Monroe University Celebrates the Class of 2026 at Commencement
New York Assemblymembers Karines Reyes and Chantel Jackson Deliver Commencement Addresses BRONX, N.Y., June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Monroe University, a national leader in educating first-generation and international students, held its 93rd Annual Commencement yesterday at Radio City...
Cannes Lions 2026 Preview: What's New, First-Timer Tips, Sneak Peek at Brand Builds, and More
One of the industry's buzziest festivals returns this month. See what's in store for 2026.

Research: Trade Shows Remain Top Marketing Investment
The “Marketing Spend Decision Report,” CEIR’s latest research, gives the exhibitions industry a shot of confidence.

Willwork Supports FIFA World Cup Activations Across U.S. Host Cities
As millions of international soccer fans pour into stadiums across North America for FIFA World Cup 2026, they’ll be greeted by outdoor stages, activations, and exhibits installed by Willwork Global Event Services, one of the tradeshow industry’s leading providers of skilled labor. Few events…

Cannes Lions 2026 Preview: Salons, Submarines, Supper Clubs and More
Cannes Lions 2026 will descend on the Palais des Festivals this month, drawing brand marketers, agency leaders and experience architects from across the globe. Amid the recognition hardware being doled out and cmo-level content, we’re keeping track of how the experiential offerings are evolving…
Medical Meetings Made Easy (Not!)
Medical meetings have always had high guardrails and strict rules. Compliance standards, not creativity hold sway, and always will. Yet, even as today’s medical meetings have never been more difficult […] The post Medical Meetings Made Easy (Not!) appeared first on Smart Meetings.

Complex Messaging, Outstanding Designs: Our Top 10 Exhibits at ASCO 2026
The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2026 Annual Meeting brought together more than 40,000 professionals at McCormick Place in Chicago May 29 through June 2 to explore the latest advances in cancer research, clinical practice, and innovation. Exhibiting at a medical congress comes with…
Executive Interview Series: Martin Moggré, Chief Client Officer at Freeman
How Freeman is transforming visitor experience and exhibitor engagement to keep trade shows relevant and impactful
How Automotive Dealerships Can Create High-Impact Vehicle Promotions Using AI Background Generation
The modern automobile market goes beyond mere selling, as dealerships sell not just cars but also experiences, lifestyle and aspirations. Customers start browsing through cars before coming to a dealership, researching information and comparing models by rating them based on images they find…
Learnings From the UFI Event Directors Summit 2023
UFI’s new launch event, the Event Directors Summit, takes place immediately before the European Conference at the MECC in Maastricht. It is a curated 1-day programme exclusively for 50 event directors, exhibition directors, portfolio directors, vice presidents, etc. Whatever you call them, these…
Trade Show Moves: TSNN's Roundup of New Hires & Promotions for June
UFI, The Expo Group, Nth Degree, Visit Seattle, and more welcomed new leaders and rewarded hard-working staff with elevated roles in recent weeks.

Meet the 2026 TSE Trailblazers: Vanessa Dang
CHICAGO — Trade Show Executive’s (TSE) next 2026 Trailblazer spotlight is on Vanessa Dang, Audience Development Manager at CommerceNext, which CloserStill Media has a majority investment in. When Dang first joined the organization, she recognized an opportunity to improve how it generated and…
Healthy Strategies for Healthcare Sponsorship
The rules around healthcare event sponsorship are getting tighter, but the playbook is getting smarter. Discover how leading organizers are turning compliance constraints and vendor complexity into competitive advantages. The insights might just change how you approach your next event. The post…

Gilbert marks 40 years of experiential design growth
Gilbert is marking its 40th anniversary in experiential design, custom tradeshow exhibits, and branded environments. Founded in 1986 by Gil Ballen and Barry Ballen, the company began as Gilbert Displays with one custom-built exhibit and a 15,000-square-foot facility in Valley Stream, New York. Over…
Miami Swim Week 2026 Makes a Splash With New Looks, Celeb Runway Shows, Gifting Suites, Beauty Lounges, and More
BizBash was on the ground in South Beach to see all the inside action—plus various pop-ups, gifting suites, and (of course) the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show.

AI Is Making Human Connection Scarcer — And More Valuable
Two different Convene Podcast conversations recorded months apart, one with future-of-work researchers Sandra Peter and Kai Riemer and another with AI strategist Álvaro Meléndez, arrived at a similar conclusion: As AI accelerates information abundance, it only makes the value of live events, trust,…
