Tradeshow, Convention & Event Industry News

Where Experiential Meets OOH: The Convergence Reshaping Modern Brand Activation

A Look Back at ECN Tradeshow History: May 2026

The Experiential Design Authority Announces its 2026/2027 U.S. Advisory Board

The Experiential Design Authority — the international body overseeing global experiential design competitions honoring exhibits, events, expos, and immersive experiences — today announced the members of its 2026/2027 U.S. Advisory Board. The distinguished panel brings together more than three dozen...

In Memoriam: Joseph L. Rubey Jr.

760 Display Welcomes Matt Avery

In Memoriam: Gary Francis Wannemacher

Bill Donovan Joins Condit Team

Craig Hoffend Steps Down from Gielissen

News

The Experiential Design Authority Announces its 2026/2027 U.S. Advisory Board

The Experiential Design Authority — the international body overseeing global experiential design competitions honoring exhibits, events, expos, and immersive experiences...

ExSys Awards set for July 28 Ceremony in Chicago

EDPA Hockey Returns for 2026: Player Insights

Scaling Safety: Global Event Leaders Unite to Solve Universal Security Challenges

Lessons from Chicago’s McCormick Place Convention Center

Features

In Memoriam: Joseph L. Rubey Jr.

In Memoriam: Joseph L. Rubey Jr. July 31, 1959 – May 15, 2026May 2026 Joseph L. Rubey Jr. died on...

Where Experiential Meets OOH: The Convergence Reshaping Modern Brand Activation

A Look Back at ECN Tradeshow History: May 2026

Book Review: The Chief Event Officer’s Playbook

In Memoriam: Gary Francis Wannemacher

People

In Memoriam: Joseph L. Rubey Jr.

760 Display Welcomes Matt Avery

In Memoriam: Gary Francis Wannemacher

Bill Donovan Joins Condit Team

Craig Hoffend Steps Down from Gielissen

Graphic Image Flooring Hires Brittany Bertrand

Columns

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...

AI, General Contractors, and the Changing Landscape

Las Vegas May tradeshow surge sets tone as Strip demand grows

Orlando Briefs Track Busy Shows, Tourism Gains and MCO Plans

Artificial Intelligence and Tradeshows

Spotlight

The Javits Center

International

International Venues Report Shows 2026 Demand

International briefs this month span venue operations, certifications, sustainability tools, congress growth, destination marketing, and event technology across Europe, North...