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RALEIGH CONVENTION CENTER ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF EVENTS
The Raleigh Convention Center, as part of the Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex, is pleased to announce the promotion of Lori Shumpert to Director of Events. The post RALEIGH CONVENTION CENTER ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF EVENTS appeared first on Exhibit City News.
21st Century Expo Group Names Iman McFarland CEO
21st Century Expo Group (21st CEG), a full-service exhibit and event agency specializing in custom exhibits, rental programs, portable displays, and experiential events, today announced that Iman McFarland has been named Chief Executive Officer. The post 21st Century Expo Group Names Iman McFarland…
Coverings 2026 Showcases Stone and Tile Artistry
More than 50 Italian brands showed their ceramic and porcelain artistry at Coverings 2026, the largest tile and stone exhibition in North America. It was held March 30-April 2 at Las Vegas Convention Center, with 1,000 exhibitors from 40 countries, estimated attendance of 25,000 and roughly 400,000…
How to Win at CES: Creativity Infused with Modularity
Standing out at CES isn’t just a wish but a crucial requirement for success. And when you have a prime location at the entryway to the exhibit hall? The stakes are even higher. The post How to Win at CES: Creativity Infused with Modularity appeared first on Exhibit City News.
Waiting Through The Ages
Have we as a culture really changed that much in 100 years? Have we really advanced as a society? Has technology really had the great impact we think it has? The post Waiting Through The Ages appeared first on Exhibit City News.
In Memoriam: Michael “Mick” Parrott
Michael Verne Parrott, 86, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, died Sunday, March 29, 2026. Born March 2, 1940, in Marshall, MN, he was the eldest son of Robert Belgrove and Paula Verne Parrott, also of Fort Wayne. A 1958 graduate of Southside High School, Parrott earned his BA from Carleton College and MBA…
Las Vegas April brief: NAB leads, tourism signals soften
Las Vegas briefs this month track two forces moving in opposite directions: big-show volume inside the halls and softer demand signals outside them. April’s calendar is anchored by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), while March closed with…
AI in the Real World
Artificial intelligence is showing up across the tradeshow industry, from early design work and planning to marketing and day-to-day operations. At the same time, recent research has raised concerns about how frequent reliance on these tools may affect problem solving, judgment, and independent…
San Antonio International Airport Snapshot
San Antonio International Airport Airport Code: SAT Location: 9800 Airport Blvd, San Antonio, Texas The post San Antonio International Airport Snapshot appeared first on Exhibit City News.
The Expo Group partners with Explori to boost event intelligence
The Expo Group, an Architect Connecting Communities leader in exhibitions, exhibits and events, announces a strategic partnership with Explori aimed at elevating industry standards for event performance through actionable intelligence and strategic execution. While The Expo Group brings deep…
March’s International Briefs Track Venue Shifts
International briefs this month track meeting and venue operations across Asia-Pacific and Europe, with updates on conference scale, facility upgrades, and sustainability programs. UFI drew more than 260 leaders to Bangkok. Venues in Sydney, Cairns, Shanghai, and Kuala Lumpur rolled out new content…
Beyond Technology
The potential use of AI in convention centers touches on many areas: from predictive maintenance to enhanced protection against cyber-attacks. Marina Bay Sands Singapore is using robots for back-of-house deliveries, and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center uses a digital twin to enhance operations…
Henry B. González Convention Center Spotlight
Overlooking the scenic San Antonio River Walk, the Henry B. González Convention Center (HBGCC) (900 E. Market Street) stands as a centerpiece of the city’s vibrant downtown and one of Texas’s premier event venues. Built as the San Antonio Convention Center in 1968 for Hemisfair ‘68, its name was…
IFES Sets 2026 World Summit for Munich
Join us in Munich from June 16-19, 2026, for the IFES World Summit 2026 as we come together under the theme “Navigating Change, Shaping What’s Next.” In a period defined by rapid transformation across business, technology, talent, sustainability, and global markets, this year’s Summit invites our…
U.S. Venue Briefs: Upgrades, Access, and 2026 Planning
U.S. convention center briefs this month focus on operational changes that affect booking and delivery, from venue upgrades and accessibility work to major-event reporting and destination funding moves. Updates span new sustainability diversion efforts, pre-event planning for 2026 mega-events, and…
“Reflections in D” : Mentors and Musicians
“I’ll play it and tell you what it is later.” Miles Davis mutters these words into the microphone at the beginning of “If I Were A Bell” and I have never found a clearer explanation of what jazz is. It is what it is. That’s jazz. If you look at the sheet music, there are a few markings for key…
ECN Announces 2026 Quarter 2 Print Edition: Cognitive Dissonance and Accelerating Progress
I am pleased to announce that the Quarter 2 2026 issue for Exhibit City News is officially live. You can access the edition via the link on our homepage. For those of you who will receive our physical print magazine, look forward to it in the coming weeks. The post ECN Announces 2026 Quarter 2…
EDPA Mountain/Northwest webinar spotlights EuroShop 2026 design trends
Waterfall-like LED rock walls, 3D-printed sculptural forms, and mushroom-themed environments stood out during a recent EDPA Mountain/Northwest webinar on EuroShop 2026. However, the biggest takeaway was not just one design feature. Instead, the presentation pointed to a broader shift in exhibit…
Sho-Link Where Trust Grows Like Family
Since 1993, Sho-Link has been a trusted name in the events and tradeshow industry. Their main goal is to build relationships and excel as the go-to labor service provider for Sho-Link Co-Op members. For every exhibitor, they provide nationwide, high-quality installation and dismantling services.…
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Spotlight
Opening in 1957 as the Dallas Memorial Auditorium, the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center (KBHCC) (650 S. Griffin Street) has gone through multiple expansions and a few name changes throughout the decades. Renamed the Dallas Convention Center in the 70s, the center’s final name came in 2013, in…