2010 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2010 TSNN Top 250 Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact Bradford Christison at bchristison@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
166
OFC/NFOEC (Optical Fiber Communication/Natl. Fiber Optic Engineers Conference) The Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exposition and The National Fiber Optic Engineers Conference introduce the most significant technical and commercial advances taking place in the global optical communications industry. The conference and exposition are the foundation of the optical communications field and bring together the people, products and information that drive technology from systems integration and enterprise solutions to service provider deployment.
Organizer: Optical Society of America
# Exhibitors:500
# Attendees:9,700
03/22/2010 to 03/26/2010
San Diego CC San Diego
NSF: 139,856
167
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market featuring FINDS (Jan.) Categories include: home accessories, furniture, holiday and seasonal items, gourmet food, floral, stationery, toys and jewelry/fashion accessories. In total, more than 20,000 gift items and decorative accessory product lines are represented in permanent showrooms at Dallas Market Center.
Organizer: Dallas Market Center
# Exhibitors:746
# Attendees:50,000
01/16/2010 to 01/19/2010
Dallas Market Center Dallas
NSF: 138,426
168
National Rifle Association Annual Convention National Rifle Association Annual Convention.
Organizer: National Rifle Association (NRA)
# Exhibitors:455
# Attendees:72,128
05/15/2010 to 05/17/2010
Charlotte Convention Center Charlotte
NSF: 136,600
170
NA 2010 – The Material Handling & Logistics Show & Conference NA 2010 focuses on the productivity solutions provided by material handling and logistics. The four-day event will be the most comprehensive showcase of material handling and logistics equipment, systems and technologies in the United States in 2010. The show is designed to offer productivity solutions and information by showcasing the products and services of over 500 material handling and logistics providers.
To make it easier for attendees to find the solutions they need, the NA 2010 show floor is divided into four solution-specific sections: Manufacturing and assembly solutions, fulfillment and delivery solutions, information technology (IT) solutions and knowledge center. An extensive educational conference runs concurrently with the show and focuses on improving productivity in these four areas of material handling and logistics. This format allows attendees to learn about various productivity solutions in the educational sessions and then actually see the equipment, systems and services that can implement those solutions.
Organizer: Material Handling Industry of America
# Exhibitors:561
# Attendees:20,491
04/27/2010 to 04/30/2010
IX Center Cleveland
NSF: 135,500
171
National Stationery Show The National Stationery Showᆴ (NSS) is the premiere market for social stationery and related lifestyle products resources in the United States. The Show draws 11,000 domestic and international retailers representing department, chain and specialty stores, museum shops, gallery and craft retailers, boutiques, stationery, greeting card and gift shops, bookstores, bridal shops, party stores, hospital gift shops, home furnishings stores,specialty office furnishings retailers, garden centers, TV shopping club etc.
Organizer: George Little Management - White Plains
# Exhibitors:900
# Attendees:11,000
05/17/2010 to 05/20/2010
Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 135,000
173
CDA Presents California Dental Assn. Spring Scientific Session Once a year, sunny Anaheim opens its arms to tens of thousands of dental professionals from around the world. Join them. Learn about the industry's latest clinical and technological advancements. Take advantage of an extensive exhibit hall, where 600 companies showcase today's latest products and services at exclusive show-special pricing
Organizer: California Dental Association
# Exhibitors:600
# Attendees:26,166
05/14/2010 to 05/17/2010
Anaheim CC Anaheim
NSF: 133,000
175
All Candy Expo This is the largest confectionery, cookie and snack show in the Americas. The EXPO features nearly 500 companies showcasing the most confectionery and snack products in one place making it the most valuable, time-effective event in the industry.
Organizer: National Confectioners Assn.
# Exhibitors:486
# Attendees:11,000
05/26/2010 to 05/28/2010
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 127,750
176
San Francisco Intl. Gift Fair (Feb.) As it continues to grow, California's largest gift show is a style-setting marketplace where the hottest design trends and movements start and evolve.
Organizer: Urban Expositions
# Exhibitors:900
# Attendees:14,000
02/07/2010 to 02/11/2010
Moscone Center San Francisco
NSF: 127,000
177
International Salon & Spa Expo ISSE is the largest beauty event on the West Coast and is globally recognized as one of the premiere events in North America! ISSE is committed to providing salon/spa owners, salon/spa professionals, nail technicians and skin care specialists with a world-class educational and shopping experience.
Organizer: Professional Beauty Association
# Exhibitors:391
# Attendees:40,000
01/31/2010 to 02/02/2010
Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center Long Beach
NSF: 126,698
178
2010 National Black MBA Association Annual Conference & Exposition The NBMBAAᆴ Annual Conference and Exposition attracts more than 10,000 professionals and 325+ corporations. Its meeting forum stimulates discussions about education, diversity, professional development and career advancement for seasoned professionals, students and industry experts. The conference is designed around core channels (Education, Career, Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Lifestyle) offering a wide variety of events and programs specifically designed to enrich your professional and personal goals.
Organizer: National Black MBA Assn.
# Exhibitors:330
# Attendees:10,688
09/22/2010 to 09/26/2010
Los Angeles Convention Center Los Angeles
NSF: 125,930
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