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10 Minutes With… Gaby Ferreres, Head of Industry Marketing at AWS
As the media sector experiences rapidly change, Amazon Web Services (AWS) came to the NAB Show 2026 with the mission to empower storytellers to create, distribute, and monetize content at unprecedented scale. To deliver that, the brand leaned into a multi-pronged activation approach that engaged…
The Great Connector: Jennifer Hoff Named the 2026 Lenay Gore Award of Excellence Recipient
CHICAGO — At the 2026 Trade Show Executive (TSE) Fastest 50 Awards & Summit, TSE introduced the Lenay Gore Award of Excellence, in honor of the late industry icon Lenay Gore. The first ever recipient of the award was Jennifer Hoff, CEO of Taffy Event Strategies, who demonstrated the values of the…
What ‘All the Feels’ Means for Meetings
The recent opening keynote of the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference & Expo was a master class in how to make an authentic emotional connection with the audience — and came as a complete surprise to the speaker.
The Unsung Hero: Nicole Smart
In this series, features and series developer Heather Nicholls speaks to the unsung heroes of the events industry to reveal what really drives their passion and the remarkable contributions we too often overlook. In this edition, we speak to Nicole Smart, project manager at WTM London. Smart first…
Lights, Camera, Engagement: How Video is Transforming Events
Video isn’t just for marketing anymore as it’s becoming the engine behind sponsorship revenue, stakeholder engagement and year-round content strategy for event professionals. But are you using it to its full potential? Our industry experts explain what most organizations are getting wrong with…
Inside Global Meetings Industry Day 2026
MGM Resorts Senior Vice President & Chief Sales Officer Stephanie Glanzer reflects on GMID 2026, industry advocacy efforts, and the enduring power of face-to-face connection.
Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix 2026: 50+ Clubs, Lounges, Activations, and Highlights That Revved Up the Experience
BizBash went trackside to tour the Paddock, Paddock Club, and Pit Lane, along with the brand-new MSC Yacht Club, and visited a dozen branded lounges, pop-ups, and activations that made the fifth F1 Miami Grand Prix iconic.
Emma Banymandhub named CEO of The Payments Association
The Payments Association has appointed Emma Banymandhub as chief executive as the trade body prepares to expand internationally following investment from Nineteen Group earlier this year. Banymandhub previously served as chief operating officer at the association, which represents more than 250…
Adhesives & Bonding Expo 2026
Introduction to Adhesives & Bonding Expo 2026 Adhesives & Bonding Expo 2026 is one of the most important industrial trade fairs dedicated to adhesive technology, industrial bonding solutions, and advanced manufacturing processes. The event will take place from 23rd to 25th June 2026 at the…
Greengage and Discover the World collaborate to bring ECOsmart Certification to the Australian market
Greengage Solutions has announced a new collaboration with Discover the World to expand its ECOsmart sustainability certification programme into the Australian accommodation, travel, meetings and events market. The collaboration marks a strategic step in extending ECOsmart’s global reach, enabling…
BookCon Made a Triumphant Return to NYC, Welcoming 25,000 Fans
The two-day literary festival featured some of the biggest names in the industry, including Andy Weir, Rachel Reid, Veronica Roth, and R. F. Kuang.
IEIA marks 20 years amid India MICE push
The Indian Exhibition Industry Association (IEIA) marked its 20th anniversary at the 15th IEIA Open Seminar & Exhibition Services Expo 2026, an event that drew more than 1,200 delegates from across India’s exhibitions and MICE sectors. Held under the theme “When the Right Dots Meet, Industry…
IBS Las Vegas – International Beauty Show 2026
Introduction to IBS Las Vegas – International Beauty Show 2026 IBS Las Vegas – International Beauty Show 2026 is one of the largest and most prestigious global events in the beauty industry, bringing together beauty professionals, salon owners, makeup artists, nail technicians, estheticians, and…
World Health Expo 2026 – Miami
Introduction to World Health Expo 2026 – Miami World Health Expo 2026 – Miami is one of the most anticipated international healthcare exhibitions and congresses, bringing together healthcare professionals, medical manufacturers, innovators, technology leaders, and policymakers from across the…
Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2026
Introduction to Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2026 The Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2026 is one of the most anticipated global cybersecurity events, bringing together security leaders, risk management professionals, technology experts, and analysts from around the world.…
Broadband Communities Summit 2026
Introduction to Broadband Communities Summit 2026 Broadband Communities Summit 2026 is one of the most important connectivity and broadband infrastructure events in the United States. The event will take place from 26th Aug to 27th Aug 2026 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston,…
AI, General Contractors, and the Changing Landscape
Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to shape how general contractors design floorplans, manage logistics, forecast budgets and execute strategy, highlighting its strategic role in the tradeshow and expo industry. From design tools to scheduling software, AI is demonstrating its current and…
Las Vegas May tradeshow surge sets tone as Strip demand grows
Las Vegas briefs this month point to steady convention demand, major sports and entertainment planning, and milestone moments for Strip properties as May’s tradeshow calendar brings large groups back to the city. Tradeshows & Conventions Las Vegas May Calendar Lists Four Largest Tradeshows by…
Gem Faire Eugene – June 2026
Introduction to Gem Faire Eugene – June 2026 Gem Faire Eugene – June 2026 is one of the most anticipated gem and jewelry exhibitions in the United States, scheduled to take place from 12th June to 14th June 2026 at the Lane County Convention Center and Fairgrounds, Eugene, United States of America.…
Aon Expands Aon Claims Copilot Globally, Strengthening Data and Analytics Capabilities Across Commercial Risk
Global rollout of Aon Claims Copilot integrates advanced claims data visibility and analytics into a single connected claims management platform DUBLIN, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced the global expansion of...