Industry News
Curated headlines from the trade show and exhibition industry's top publications, associations, and expert blogs. Stay current with exhibitor announcements, show openings, industry trends, and market news from across the events world. Whether you follow technology, healthcare, food, or manufacturing events, our news feed surfaces the stories that matter to trade show professionals, exhibitors, and event marketers.
Interview Series: Behind the Scenes of Cvent Connect's Hosted Creator Program
Learn about the B2B influencer program's development, execution, and measurable impacts from Cvent Team Lead for Event Marketing Dara Burg
The Most Overlooked Sustainability Decision on the Trade Show Floor: It Starts with Carpet
Genesis Exhibits' Al Mercuro on why temporary flooring demonstrates how reuse, recycling and cross-industry collaboration create measurable environmental impact
Show & Grow Marketing Playbook Episode 2: When to Refresh Your Creative
Practical tips on building a strong creative foundation, understanding your audience, and making strategic creative updates that drive results
ICAST 2026 Caught the Attention of Attendees with a Slew of New Show Features
This year’s sportfishing trade show introduced fresh networking events and programming.
Emerald+Questex: Inside the Merger with Chief Commercial Officer Kate Spellman
In this month’s Trade Show Talk podcast, Chief Commercial Officer Kate Spellman discusses the strategic integration of Questex and Emerald, the role of AI in transforming trade shows, and the future of industry growth through organic and acquisition strategies.
TSNN Opens Nominations for Its 16th Annual Awards
TSNN and IAEE are partnering again to co-locate and present a dual industry awards program at the Harley Davidson Museum during Expo! Expo! in Milwaukee
August Venue News: Three Venue Transformations Bring More Space, Better Experiences, and Greener Gatherings
A $29 million resort transformation in Texas, expanded event space in Banff, and a refreshed urban farm in Cleveland showcase how venues are finding new ways to elevate the planner and attendee experience.
Executive Interview Series: Charles Starks, President and CEO of Music City Center in Nashville
At Cvent Connect in Nashville, TSNN sat down with Charles Starks, president and CEO of Music City Center, who painted a clear picture of a city — and a convention destination — that’s still accelerating.
What’s Your Margin? Large Trade Shows Post 55% Profit Margins as Scale Drives Returns, CEIR Finds
New benchmarking study reveals engagement metrics, revenue opportunities and 2026 outlook for shows over 200,000 NSF
IAEE Chair Brian Pagel Joins SEMA/PRI as Chief Revenue Officer
Industry veteran departs Emerald after 28 years to lead revenue strategy for automotive aftermarket trade show and association
How AAPEX Segmented Its Trade Show Floor and Won Exhibitor Support
AAPEX’s Mark Bogdansky and Liz Goad explain how reorganizing booths into product categories and adding show-floor features improved the show’s navigation, attendee engagement and turned initial exhibitor resistance into broad support.
Show & Grow Marketing Playbook Episode 1: Meet Your Hosts
Two trade show marketing experts—Informa's Caitlin Rodgers and mdg's Emily Golding—are co-hosting a new weekly TSNN podcast and sharing actionable marketing insights
Executive Interview Series: Cvent CEO Reggie Aggarwal at Cvent Connect 2026
From strategic location choices to rebranding and $1 billion investments, Cvent CEO spills the tea with TSNN at Cvent Connect 2026 in Nashville
WHX Miami 2026 Played into the City’s World Cup Matches with Discussions on Sports Medicine and More
This edition of the World Health Expo introduced a new platform focused on scaling health innovation through trade and regulation.
Trade Show M&A: Life Science Connect Makes Second Acquisition in a Month
LSC adds Precision Medicine World Conference to its network after buying CDMO Live and PharmaSource in June
RELX H1 2026 Trading Update: Exhibitions Underlying Revenue Up 6% as Group Reaffirms Outlook
Event timing shifts weigh on reported first-half revenue; company cites progress on digital tools
Panama Convention Center, Legends Global Appoint Pablo de la Guardia General Manager
Former Copa Airlines executive to oversee operations, stakeholder relations and growth in Panama City
Part Five: Meet the 2026 Event Industry 50 Over 50
Meet five recipients of the inaugural 50 Over 50 honor: Nancy Walsh, Paul Muir, Sheryl J. Brannon, Steven Carlisle, and Tom Cindric.
VidCon 2026: See the Creative Booths, Lounges, and Activations From This Year’s Event
The annual conference returned to Anaheim, bringing together creators, vloggers, gamers, and executives.
July Destination News: New Airlift, FIFA Fever, and Billion-Dollar Convention Center Payoffs
Secondary markets are gaining momentum as destinations leverage accessibility, marquee cultural events, and venue investments to attract new visitors and new business.