2011 Top 250 Cdn Trade Shows

For a complete 2011 TSNN Top 50 Canadian Trade Show List please contact Joyce Crisp at jcrisp@tarsus.com 262-782-1900.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
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International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Expo - AHR Expo 2011 Manufacturers showing the newest HVACR and related equipment, systems, components and services plus a comprehensive educational program.
Organizer: International Exposition Company (IEC)
# Exhibitors:1,937
# Attendees:33,612
01/31/2011 to 02/02/2011
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 379,450
50
International CTIA WIRELESS International CTIA WIRELESSᆴ is the premier marketplace for wireless, telecom and all things mobileナ period. Every year, this event becomes the epicenter of the mobile universe, where leaders from every industry-from healthcare to energy and everything in between-converge in one place to experience innovations in wireless, enterprise, retail, devices, apps and social networking. This is where the world comes to see innovation.
Organizer: CTIA-The Wireless Association
# Exhibitors:1,000
# Attendees:26,000
03/22/2011 to 03/24/2011
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 372,542
51
Medical Design & Manufacturing West (with collocated shows) Features suppliers of products and services used in the design and manufacture of industrial and high technology products. Major industries in attendance include aerospace and aviation, industrial equipment, automotive and transportation, electronics and computers, medical, instrumentation, consumer products, and more. Attracts design engineers, senior executives, and manufacturing/production engineers and managers with active projects seeking solutions and new suppliers.
Organizer: UBM Canon
# Exhibitors:2,173
# Attendees:51,176
02/08/2011 to 02/10/2011
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 369,169
53
Farmfest The fourth largest outdoor agricultural machinery event in the United States. With over 45 conferences, and over 40,000 attendees it draws attendees from eight states and two Canadian provinces. The show is 42 years old.
Organizer: Cygnus Business Media
# Exhibitors:456
# Attendees:45,678
07/28/2011 to 07/31/2011
Gilfillan Estate Redwood Falls, MN
NSF: 365,000
55
AUSA Annual Meeting Held every October in Washington, D.C., the AUSA Annual Meeting is the largest land warfare exposition and professional development forum in North America. The Annual Meeting consists of informative presentations, panel discussions on pertinent military and national security subjects, workshops and important AUSA business meetings. The three-day event also includes over 700 industry and military exhibits occupying more than 700,000 square feet of exhibit space. Presentations on the state of the Army and related defense subjects are given by the Secretary of the Army, the Army Chief of Staff and other senior Army and Department of Defense representatives.
Organizer: Association of the United States Army (AUSA)
# Exhibitors:708
# Attendees:21,439
10/10/2011 to 10/12/2011
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington
NSF: 357,366
59
Organizer: American Wind Energy Association (AWEA)
# Exhibitors:1,155
# Attendees:7,987
05/22/2011 to 05/25/2011
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 332,285
60
The PPAI Expo 2011 Suppliers of promotional products, retail brand products, and decorating equipment exhibit to distributors and resellers of promotional products, incentive programs, and decorators.
Organizer: Promotional Products Association International (PPAI)
# Exhibitors:1,447
# Attendees:11,718
01/12/2011 to 01/14/2011
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
NSF: 330,600
62
IPE/IFE - International Poultry Expo & International Feed Expo The IPE/IFE represents the largest trade how in the world focused on the production of livestock and poultry feed and the production and processing of poultry meet and eggs. Exhibitors present products and services that go all the way from farm to table.
Organizer: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association
# Exhibitors:900
# Attendees:20,742
01/26/2011 to 01/28/2011
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 319,157
63
Summer Fancy Food Show Largest trade show in North America devoted exclusively to specialty foods and beverages. 2012 Show is 58th Summer Fancy Food Show.
Organizer: National Association for the Specialty Food Trade (NASFT)
# Exhibitors:2,400
# Attendees:15,400
07/10/2011 to 07/12/2011
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington, D.C
NSF: 318,000
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The NAFEM Show The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM) is a trade association of more than 50 foodservice equipment and supplies manufacturers that provide products for food preparation, cooking, storage and table service. Attendees include end-users, dealer/distributors, consultants and service agents in the foodservice industry.
Organizer: SmithBucklin/North American Assn. of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM)
# Exhibitors:561
# Attendees:9,877
02/10/2011 to 02/12/2011
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 317,940
Partner Voices
Overview: The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality. In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way. “We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.” Amenities: The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.  The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need. Gold Key Members The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events. OCCC Events: This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.  The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:  AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023 200,000 Attendees $257 Million in Economic Impact MEGACON 2023 160,000 Attendees $205 Million in Economic Impact Open Championship Series 2023 69,500 Attendees $89 Million in Economic Impact Sunshine Classic 2023 42,000 Attendees $54 Million in Economic Impact Premiere Orlando 2023 42,000 Attendees $108 Million in Economic Impact