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
101
Organizer: American Society for Industrial Security - ASIS Intl
# Exhibitors:715
# Attendees:12,342
09/19/2011 to 09/22/2011
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 219,000
103
2011 IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo Food professionals from around the world gather to learn about the newest trends, products, ingredients, processing technologies and more. The show provides opportunities to connect with other food professionals -- experts from industry, academia, and government who are involved in both the science and the business of food.
Organizer: Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
# Exhibitors:987
# Attendees:8,177
06/11/2011 to 06/14/2011
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 209,700
105
AACC/ASCLS Annual Meetings & Clinical Lab Expo (Clinical Chemistry) See new science and new technology in all areas of clinical diagnostics, automation, information systems, point-of-care, OEM, and biotech.
Organizer: Scherago Intl.
# Exhibitors:690
# Attendees:9,128
07/26/2011 to 07/28/2011
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 206,700
106
Pittcon 2011 World's largest annual conference and exposition for laboratory science.
Organizer: The Pittsburgh Conference
# Exhibitors:979
# Attendees:10,130
03/13/2011 to 03/17/2011
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 205,900
110
Organizer: American Congress of Obstetricians & Gynecologists
# Exhibitors:325,000
# Attendees:6,500
04/30/2011 to 05/04/2011
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington
NSF: 200,000
111
Winter Fancy Food Show Largest marketplace devoted exclusively to specialty foods and beverages on the West Coast. Show presents 80,000 foods and beverages from across the U.S. and 35+ countries and regions.
Organizer: National Association for the Specialty Food Trade (NASFT)
# Exhibitors:1,300
# Attendees:17,625
01/16/2011 to 01/18/2011
Moscone Center San Francisco
NSF: 199,850
114
ISA International Sign Expo 2011 The ISA International Sign Expo is the premier trade show for the sign industry. Sign suppliers and distributors exhibit sign industry products, services and technologies to a vast audience of sign manufacturers. The annual event alternates between Orlando, Fla., and Las Vegas, Nev.
Organizer: International Sign Association
# Exhibitors:558
# Attendees:0
04/28/2011 to 04/30/2011
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
NSF: 195,350
115
CHA 2011 Winter Convention & Trade Show The Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) is an international not-for-profit Association. CHA holds two annual award winning trade events in January and July. These are the oldest and largest craft and hobby trade shows in the world with our CHA 2012 Winter show being our 71st annual trade show.
Organizer: Craft & Hobby Association
# Exhibitors:412
# Attendees:5,441
01/29/2011 to 02/01/2011
Los Angeles Convention Center Los Angeles
NSF: 193,827
118
Tupelo Furniture Market One of the strongest order-writing markets in the country.
Organizer: Tupelo Furniture Market
# Exhibitors:500
# Attendees:25,000
08/18/2011 to 08/21/2011
Tupelo Complex Tupelo
NSF: 185,500
119
Tupelo Furniture Market One of the strongest order-writing markets in the country.
Organizer: Tupelo Furniture Market
# Exhibitors:500
# Attendees:25,000
02/17/2011 to 02/20/2011
Tupelo Complex Tupelo
NSF: 185,500
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