2015 Top 250 US Trade Shows
For a complete 2015 TSNN Top 250 Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.
TSNN Rank by NSF | Event | Event Date(s) | Venue |
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159 |
International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICCF)
The annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) maps the newest frontier of what’s best and what’s next in design.
Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:465
# Attendees:15,642
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05/16/2015 to 05/19/2015 |
Javits Convention Center
New York
NSF: 123,071
|
160 |
SEG Annual Meeting
The SEG International Exposition brings together more than 400 leading companies, government agencies, research and educational institutions involved in global oil, gas and mineral exploration, and new areas of civil engineering, environmental and archaeology. These organizations take advantage of the vast exhibition spaces offered by SEG to create the most impressive display of the latest technology and services within the Geoscience industry
Organizer: Society of Exploration Geophysicists
# Exhibitors:370
# Attendees:6,488
|
10/18/2015 to 10/23/2015 |
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans
NSF: 122,600
|
161 |
American Urological Association Annual Meeting
The AUA Annual Meeting is the world’s foremost meeting of urologists, serving more than 10,000 practicing physicians and health care professionals at the largest gathering of urological professionals worldwide.
Organizer: American Urological Association (AUA)
# Exhibitors:286
# Attendees:11,389
|
05/15/2015 to 05/19/2015 |
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans
NSF: 120,500
|
162 |
CHA MEGA Conference & Trade Show
The CHA MEGA Show is the largest trade show in North America dedicated to the international creative arts industry. The show brings together retailers, suppliers, publishers, industry experts, and designers of creative products for five days of education, networking and product innovations.
Organizer: Craft & Hobby Association
# Exhibitors:401
# Attendees:3,972
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01/09/2015 to 01/13/2015 |
Anaheim Convention Center
Anaheim
NSF: 119,100
|
163 |
International Salon & Spa Exposition
Business-to-business trade show for professional licensed cosmetologists. Not open to the public.
Organizer: Professional Beauty Association
# Exhibitors:378
# Attendees:35,847
|
01/24/2015 to 01/26/2015 |
Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center
Long Beach
NSF: 118,899
|
164 |
International Roofing Expo
The International Roofing Expo brings all segments of the roofing construction and maintenance industry together for three days of face-to-face interaction, product review, education and networking.
Organizer: Informa Exhibitions, US
# Exhibitors:465
# Attendees:9,337
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02/24/2015 to 02/26/2015 |
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans
NSF: 117,811
|
165 |
ASI Show Orlando
As the first ASI Show of the year, ASI Show Orlando is the launching ground for new products. Over 6,000 distributors and 700 suppliers come together from across the country and beyond to kick off the new sales year. The action-packed, three-day schedule includes educational sessions taught by industry experts, plenty of networking opportunities like ASI’s Minute to Win It and Ask the Experts Networking Lunch, and a Gala hosted at SeaWorld.
Organizer: ASI Show (Advertising Specialty Institute)
# Exhibitors:739
# Attendees:6,066
|
01/04/2015 to 01/06/2015 |
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando
NSF: 116,000
|
166 |
WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition
AWEA WINDPOWER® Conference & Exhibition is the annual conference and exhibition for the U.S. wind industry hosted by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA). Professionals from all over the world come here to network, learn and advance their organizational missions. It’s the place in North America to collaborate with colleagues and peers—innovators, thought leaders and policy makers—to chart wind energy’s course into the future. Developers, manufacturers, financiers, owners & operators, regulators, legal representatives, safety professionals, suppliers, utilities, construction companies, and more gather each year to generate actionable ideas for expanding the wind energy economy through technology and collaboration.
Organizer: American Wind Energy Association (AWEA)
# Exhibitors:427
# Attendees:3,810
|
05/18/2015 to 05/21/2015 |
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando
NSF: 115,700
|
167 |
ASTRO Annual Meeting
As the largest radiation oncology society in the world, the ASTRO Annual Meeting is the primary opportunity for attendees to receive state-of-the-art continuing medical education and learn about the latest products and services in cancer treatment and care.
Organizer: Spargo, Inc./American Society for Radiation Oncology
# Exhibitors:202
# Attendees:7,427
|
10/18/2015 to 10/21/2015 |
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
San Antonio
NSF: 115,200
|
168 |
ACE15 Annual Conference and Exposition
The American Water Works Association’s Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE) covers every segment of the water business. Water professionals unite each year at ACE to find solutions to the complex challenges facing the water industry.
Organizer: American Water Works Association (AWWA)
# Exhibitors:541
# Attendees:6,654
|
06/07/2015 to 06/10/2015 |
Anaheim Convention Center
Anaheim
NSF: 113,400
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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