Industry News
Curated headlines from the trade show and exhibition industry's top publications, associations, and expert blogs.
IAEE Inks Deal to Acquire EXHIBITORLIVE and EXHIBITOR Magazine
IAEE will acquire Exhibitor Group by April 30 to create a unified ecosystem serving both exhibition organizers and exhibitors.
Government Shutdown Looms
ECA's Tommy Goodwin explains how the impending third DHS shutdown since October could impact the industry this time around.
As Data Valuations Cool, What Does That Mean for Events Businesses?
M&A Advisor Adam Shaw shares why AI concerns pressuring data company valuations are actually strengthening the investment case for events businesses, as live gatherings generate irreplaceable proprietary intelligence that digital channels cannot replicate.
Connect Spring Marketplace Reveals Program for Citywide Track Powered by TSNN
Specialized program addresses growing demand for multi-venue, destination-wide events
Smart, Stylish and Show Floor Ready: Must-Have Products for Trade Show Travel Pros
Eight innovative travel products help trade show and events professionals stay comfortable, organized and polished on the road, from hybrid sneaker-heels to high-tech recovery tools.
Turn Trade Show Booth Walls into Conversation Starters
ASV's Brian Dunlap Shares 5 Takeaways on How to Use Visual Storytelling When Designing Your Booth To Drive Trade Show Engagement
Winning Back the World: DC’s Strategy for Growing International Travel
Tourism leaders reveal perceptions, policy shifts and major moments that will influence inbound visitation in 2026.
After 42 years in Louisville, Equip Expo Will Rotate to Orlando Beginning in 2029
Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment trade show that ranked No. 8 on the most recent TSNN Top Trade Show List, announced a two-city rotation plan, with Orlando hosting shows in 2029, 2031, and 2033.
Tech Trends: New Tools for Faster Booth Design, Smarter Payments, and AI-Driven Planning
TSNN takes a deep dive into the newest tech solutions for events of all types, plus the latest must-know industry news.