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2026 F1 Miami Grand Prix: Full-Throttle Experiences from TikTok, Diageo, Mobil and More
Now in its fifth year, the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix continues to draw race fans from around the world, with attendance figures estimated at 275,000, and it’s a major activation moment for brands, as the first U.S. race of the season. Every year, we’ve seen more and more brands take advantage of…
The Future of Event CX: RX Bets on Browser-Based Platform—No App Download Required
After 50%+ of PGA Show attendees used RX NOW—a browser-based, AI-powered platform requiring no download—RX is scaling the technology across its 350-event portfolio.

Future Nutra Innovation Summit to Launch in September 2026
HOUSTON — As a veteran of the supplements industry, Joey Savage was frustrated. Over the years, there had been many attention-grabbing headlines about the dangers of these products, but no real clarification on which ones are safe — leaving a void of evidence-based information that consumers could…
Kerala Jewellery International Fair (KJIF) 2026: Kerala’s Leading Jewellery Trade Exhibition
Kerala Jewellery International Fair (KJIF) 2026 Returns to Kochi The Kerala Jewellery International Fair (KJIF) 2026 is set to make a grand return as one of South India’s most prestigious jewellery trade exhibitions. Organized by the Kerala Gold and Silver Merchants Association, this third edition…
BIO International Convention – San Diego 2026: Premier Biotechnology Event in Boston
Introduction to BIO International Convention – San Diego 2026 BIO International Convention – San Diego 2026 is one of the world’s most important events for biotechnology, medicine, science, and research professionals. This prestigious convention will take place from Monday, June 22, 2026, to…
LDC Gas Forums Northeast 2026: Leading Natural Gas Industry Event in Boston
Introduction to LDC Gas Forums Northeast 2026 LDC Gas Forums Northeast 2026 is one of the most anticipated gatherings for professionals in the natural gas sector. This internationally recognized event will take place from Monday, June 8, 2026, to Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at The Westin Copley…
First Sight Media expands technical team with three new appointments
Event content creation and streaming specialist First Sight Media has today announced three new appointments to its technical team, adding Harrison Ford, Luke Main, and Emma Pullen, as the company increases its capacity to support a growing portfolio of graduation, conference, live-streaming, and…
ASI Show fASIlitate 2026 Charleston: The Premier Hosted-Buyer Event for Promotional Product Leaders
Introduction to ASI Show fASIlitate 2026 Charleston ASI Show fASIlitate 2026 Charleston is one of the most prestigious hosted-buyer events in the promotional products industry, designed exclusively for high-performing distributors and premium-rated suppliers. This exclusive business networking…

TOP EXHIBITION TRENDS DEFINING 2026
Introduction: A New Era of Exhibitions The exhibition industry in 2026 stands at the intersection of innovation, intelligence, and global ambition. No longer confined to traditional formats, exhibitions today are evolving into powerful business ecosystems that combine physical presence with digital…

THE EVOLUTION OF GLOBAL EXHIBITIONS (2000-2026)
Introduction: A Journey Beyond Boothsand Banners At the turn of the millennium, exhibitions were largely defined by physical presence — grand halls, printed brochures, handshake deals, and face-toface networking. They were essential yet conventional platforms where businesses showcased products and…

760 Display Welcomes Matt Avery
760 Display, a premier trade show exhibit and activation design, build, and management company serving brands nationwide, announces the appointment of Matt Avery as Senior CAD Engineer. The post 760 Display Welcomes Matt Avery appeared first on Exhibit City News.

In Memoriam: Gary Francis Wannemacher
In Memoriam: Gary Francis Wannemacher August 14, 1950 – May 9, 2026 Gary Francis Wannemacher of Downers Grove, Illinois, died on May 9, 2026, at age 75. Wannemacher spent nearly 38 years with Nth Degree. He was one of the foundational figures in the company’s growth and operations. Before Nth…

Lessons from Chicago’s McCormick Place Convention Center
McCormick Place – the largest convention center in North America, located in Chicago – was facing infrastructure issues in its parking deck after 50 years of operation. The culprit? Its trench drainage system. The post Lessons from Chicago’s McCormick Place Convention Center appeared first on…

ORBUS EARNS 2026 COUNSELOR BEST PLACES TO WORK HONOR
Orbus is proud to announce it has once again been recognized as a Best Place to Work by ASI's Counselor Magazine, a leading voice of the promotional products industry. This 2026 honor reflects what Orbus has believed since day one: when you take care of your people, success follows The post ORBUS…

Chicago briefs track big May shows, Red Line build, Bally’s push
Chicago briefs this month track major convention activity, large-scale development, new entertainment dates, and restaurant openings as the city heads into a busy summer calendar. The post Chicago briefs track big May shows, Red Line build, Bally’s push appeared first on Exhibit City News.

This Week on the Convene Podcast: Reducing Event Food Waste and Why Climate Action Is Quietly Accelerating
From practical strategies for cutting food waste at events to insights from Tanya Popeau on the rise of the “anti‑anti sustainability movement” — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.
Ozelle Wins German Innovation Award Gold for Advancing the Fourth Generation of Hematology Analysis
BERLIN, May 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ozelle has received a Gold Award at the German Innovation Award, one of Germany's leading innovation honors, for its EHBT-50 Mini Lab Multi-Functional Analyzer. The award recognizes innovations that advance products and technologies through meaningful...
Ozelle recibe el Gold Award de los German Innovation Awards
- Ozelle es reconocida por impulsar la cuarta generación del análisis hematológico BERLÍN, 15 de mayo de 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ozelle ha recibido el Premio de Oro en los Premios Alemanes a la Innovación, uno de los galardones más importantes del país, por su analizador multifuncional de...
WSPN Launches W Agent: A Stablecoin Payment Skill Built for the AI Agent Economy
New skill turns W Checkout into a plug-and-play payment rail for autonomous AI agents, covering both payment and acquiring across multiple chains with enterprise-grade human-in-the-loop controls. SINGAPORE, May 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- WSPN, the issuer of the WUSD stablecoin and a leading...
Ozelle erhält Gold-Auszeichnung beim German Innovation Award für die vierte Generation der Hämatologieanalyse
BERLIN, 15. Mai 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ozelle wurde für sein multifunktionales Analysesystem EHBT-50 Mini Lab mit dem German Innovation Award in Gold ausgezeichnet, einem der renommiertesten Innovationspreise Deutschlands. Der Preis würdigt Innovationen, die durch hohen Nutzwert, technische...
