2012 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2012 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
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Organizer: National Pork Producers Council
# Exhibitors:390
# Attendees:17,000
06/06/2012 to 06/08/2012
Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines
NSF: 310,000
62
Summer Fancy Food Show Summer Fancy Food Show started in 1954 and is the largest trade show in North America devoted exclusively to specialty foods and beverages. The show relocated to Washington, D.C. from its longtime New York City home at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in 2011 and 2012 while the Javits Center was undergoing a renovation. The show returns to New York City in June, 2013 and is expected to exceed the strong numbers of 2010 when it was last in New York.
Organizer: National Association for the Specialty Food Trade, Inc. (NASFT)
# Exhibitors:2,300
# Attendees:13,476
06/17/2012 to 06/19/2012
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington
NSF: 306,750
63
HELI-EXPO 2012 HELI-EXPO is the world's largest trade show dedicated to the international helicopter community. HELI-EXPO attendees and exhibitors come from all over the world (more than 80 countries including the U.S.). International attendance accounts for 23% of total attendance. The show includes more than 600 exhibiting companies; 60+ helicopters on display; fee-based professional education courses; free general sessions, forums and manufacturer technical briefings; and numerous social events providing networking opportunities. Who attends? Manufacturers, pilots, owners, operators, product distributors, service providers, training schools, students, mechanics, anyone involved in the vertical flight industry!
Organizer: Helicopter Association International - HAI
# Exhibitors:656
# Attendees:19,239
02/11/2012 to 02/14/2012
Dallas Convention Center Dallas
NSF: 306,700
64
CTIA WIRELESS Dedicated to the proposition that mobility makes everything smarter, CTIA continues to lead the way by showcasing visionaries, ideas and experiences transforming one of the fastest growing industries on the planet. The premier mobile marketplace represents a $1 trillion industry and gathers the entire mobile ecosystem for the largest event of its kind in North America. The event is presented by CTIA–The Wireless Associationᆴ, the proven authority leading the mobile movement since 1984.
Organizer: CTIA-The Wireless Association
# Exhibitors:1,054
# Attendees:30,000
05/08/2012 to 05/10/2012
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 297,903
65
ABC Kids Expo The largest juvenile products exposition in North America covering products from baby to teen and all the children inbetween.
Organizer: All Baby & Child Corp.
# Exhibitors:761
# Attendees:5,429
10/14/2012 to 10/17/2012
Kentucky Exposition Center Louisville
NSF: 297,800
67
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:893
# Attendees:20,651
01/24/2012 to 01/26/2012
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 293,708
68
ISC West - International Security Conference West For manufacturers and distributors of security products, there's no better way to reach the security market than by exhibiting at ISC West, the largest physical security tradeshow in North America which sets the pace for the entire industry. Physical security dealers, installers, integrators, specifiers, and end-users will make their purchasing decisions for the year at ISC West.
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions U.S.A. (Norwalk, CT)
# Exhibitors:1,009
# Attendees:26,789
03/28/2012 to 03/30/2012
Sands Expo & Convention Center/Venetian Resort Hotel Casino Las Vegas
NSF: 291,600
71
True Value Spring Market Education and buying market for True Value Company co-op members.
Organizer: True Value Company
# Exhibitors:1,063
# Attendees:3,324
02/20/2012 to 02/22/2012
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 278,288
73
WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition WINDPOWERᆴ is the focal point for wind professionals to network with and learn from industry leaders and experts, and to discover the latest in industry products and services. The full scope and range of the wind industry's value chain attend, exhibit at, and sponsor WINDPOWER; it's where serious wind professionals convene to grow their companies, find solutions to their business challenges, and reconnect with colleagues and friends.
Organizer: American Wind Energy Association (AWEA)
# Exhibitors:920
# Attendees:5,650
06/05/2012 to 06/08/2012
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 274,972
74
Performance Racing Industry Trade Show Over 1000 companies display the latest advances in racing products and race engineering. Engine parts, suspension components, data acquisition, safety gear, new metal alloys and coatings, machining equipment, race electronics-it's all part of the world's largest racing trade show.
Organizer: Performance Racing Industry
# Exhibitors:970
# Attendees:37,500
11/29/2012 to 12/01/2012
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 273,500
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