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Double win for NoNonsense Group at Event Production Awards 2026: Director Liz Madden receives Legend Award whilst the business scoops Best Staging Provider
NoNonsense Group delivered a clear statement at the 2026 Event Production Awards, taking home the accolades of both the Legend Award and Best Staging Provider. Co-founder and director Liz Madden was recognised with the Legend Award, a reflection of more than three decades working at the sharp end…
The Big Interview: Greg Hitchen, Terrapinn CEO and Julian Agostini
Greg Hitchen on building a global events business Terrapinn CEO Greg Hitchen features in our latest video interview ahead of the EN Awards on Friday 26 March. The episode covers his journey building one of the world’s largest event businesses, from early setbacks through to expanding worldwide –…
Screen Print India – Mumbai 2026: India’s Leading Printing Industry Bombay Exhibition Centre
Introduction to Screen Print India – Mumbai 2026 Screen Print India – Mumbai 2026 is one of the most significant trade exhibitions dedicated to the screen and digital printing industry in India. This highly anticipated event brings together leading manufacturers, suppliers, innovators, and…
Olympia partners with TfL to increase London Overground services to Kensington (Olympia)
Global investment firms, Yoo Capital and Deutsche Finance International (DFI), the driving force behind Olympia’s £1.3bn transformation, have entered into an agreement with Transport for London (TfL) to fund additional London Overground services to Kensington (Olympia). The five-year deal, worth up…
IBTM tries again with Asia Pacific launch, this time in Bangkok for 2027
IBTM has announced the launch of IBTM Asia Pacific, set to take place 9-10 June 2027 at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC). The new trade show by organiser RX Global will aim to bring together corporate, association and agency buyers from across the Asia-Pacific region with…
Asia Jewels Show 2026 – Bengaluru: A Luxurious Jewellery Experience
The Asia Jewels Show 2026 – Bengaluru is one of India’s most anticipated fine jewellery exhibitions, bringing together top designers and exclusive collections under one roof. Known for its elegance and premium showcase, the Asia Jewels Show 2026 – Bengaluru offers visitors a unique opportunity to…
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…
India Frame Expo 2026: India’s Leading Picture Framing Exhibition
Introduction to India Frame Expo India Frame Expo 2026 is a premier trade exhibition dedicated to the picture framing and allied products industry in India. As the third edition of this specialized event, India Frame Expo 2026 is gaining strong recognition among industry professionals. The…
We Were at Barbie Dream Fest—Here’s What the Viral Event Was Really Like
Oh, Barbie. We wanted to go party. Alas, we spent a lot more time scratching our heads at Barbie Dream Fest 2026 than enjoying the experience. Hosted March 27-29 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, the cost of tickets to the inaugural convention ranged from roughly $70 for a day pass to $450 for a VIP weekend…
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Marc Mulcahey
Marc Mulcahey, 39, is head of events, movies for Amazon MGM Studios.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Jessica Doren
Jessica Doren, 39, is head of experiential and production for IHEARTCOMIX.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Amanda Dodge
Amanda Dodge, 33, is senior producer, experiential production for Event Eleven.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Corey Kinder
Corey Kinder, 38, is senior manager, affinity marketing for the Cleveland Browns.
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…
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Isabella Rodriguez
Isabella Rodriguez, 34, is the CEO and co-founder of Super Great Fantastic.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Max Rantz-McDonald
Max Rantz-McDonald, 39, is the founder and CEO of Maximize Live.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Jordan Kinne
Jordan Kinne, 35, is co-founder and CEO of Inkling.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Lee Jones
Lee Jones, 39, is head of account management at emc3.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Alexandra "Alex" McArthur
Alexandra "Alex" McArthur, 35, is senior vice president of sales and global partnerships for AEG.
2026 New York Restaurant Show Drives Exhibitor ROI and Attendance with New Program
NEW YORK CITY — This year’s New York Restaurant Show, which was held March 8–10 at Javits Center, continued its upward trajectory with a 4% increase in attendance and a 9% increase in exhibitor square footage from last year. This growth was bolstered by the word of mouth created after the previous…