2019 TOP Trade Shows List

The 2019 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2019 TSNN Top Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

* Professional attendee figure includes exhibit personnel

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
141
NJ State League of Municipalities Annual Conference (NJLM) Held each November in Atlantic City at the Atlantic City Convention Center, the conference is an invaluable learning experience which yields benefits throughout the year. Delegates have the opportunity to learn at approximately 125 panels, clinics, workshops, and other sessions conducted by the League and the 21 allied associations of technical and professional employees. Commercial, government and association exhibits display the latest products and services for municipal government in over 1,000 exhibit booths.
Organizer: NJ State League of Municipalities
# Exhibitors: 710
# Attendees: 17,000*
11/19/2019 to 11/21/2019
Atlantic City Convention Center
NSF: 110,400
142
National Black MBA Association Annual Conference & Expo The National Black MBA Association, Inc. Annual Conference & Exposition hosts the largest career fair in the country. Dedicated to serving it's members, NBMBAA partners with Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 Companies as well as top business schools to recruit talent for open positions and to fill their pipeline for future opportunities.
Organizer: National Black MBA Association, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 255
# Attendees: 5,480
09/24/2019 to 09/28/2019
George R. Brown Convention Center
NSF: 109,700
143
AWWA Annual Conference and Exposition - ACE 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: 484
# Attendees: 9,147
06/09/2019 to 06/12/2019
Colorado Convention Center
NSF: 108,300
144
American Heart Association Scientific Sessions The American Heart Association Scientific Sessions provides attendees with a new dimension of cardiovascular discovery and clinical practice for clinicians, basic scientists and researchers. Learn and interface with your colleagues from around the world in innovative, interactive sessions that feature cutting-edge topics across an array of specialties. The scope and quality of scientific exchange makes AHA Scientific Sessions the premier cardiovascular research and instructional meeting in the world.
Organizer: American Heart Association
# Exhibitors: 160
# Attendees: 12,656
11/16/2019 to 11/18/2019
Pennsylvania Convention Center
NSF: 107,000
145
ASHP Mid-Year Clinical Meeting & Exhibition ASHP represents pharmacists who serve as patient care providers in acute and ambulatory settings. The organization's more than 43,000 members include pharmacists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians. For over 70 years, ASHP has been at the forefront of efforts to improve medication use and enhance patient safety.
Organizer: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 400
# Attendees: 21,173
12/08/2019 to 12/12/2019
Mandalay Bay Convention Center
NSF: 106,920
146
ProFood Tech 2019 ProFood Tech is the most comprehensive processing show in North America. The biennial event offers cutting-edge processing technology and free educational sessions for a wide range of food and beverage industry sectors. Powered by three of the world’s trade show leaders – PACK EXPO, Anuga and the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) – the biennial show was proven unprecedented in its ability to bring the industry together and address the key issues facing food and beverage processing operators in North America.
Organizer: PMMI - The Association for Packing and Processing Technologies, National Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), Koelnmesse
# Exhibitors: 414
# Attendees: 4,781
03/26/2019 to 03/28/2019
McCormick Place
NSF: 106,106
147
International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo For pool, spa, and outdoor living professionals who are seeking the latest knowledge, networking, and technology - the International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo is the world’s destination and provides the best experience. The PSP Expo is the only event that is comprehensive, far-reaching and connected. Since 1957, the PSP has set itself apart as the only event which partners with and supports every facet of the industry to draw all major manufacturers and a global audience ready to learn, network, and explore.
Organizer: Informa Markets
# Exhibitors: 408
# Attendees: 9,526
11/02/2019 to 11/07/2019
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
NSF: 105,400
148
AWEA WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition Since 1974, the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) has advocated the development of wind energy as a reliable, environmentally superior energy alternative in the United States and around the world. The mission of the American Wind Energy Association is to promote wind power growth through advocacy, communication and education. The AWEA WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition is our annual event featuring 3 days of conference sessions, an exhibition hall with over 400 exhibiting companies, and nearly 8,000 anticipated participants.
Organizer: American Wind Energy Association (AWEA)
# Exhibitors: 427
# Attendees: 5,118
05/20/2019 to 05/23/2019
Georgia World Congress Center
NSF: 103,970
149
AACN National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition AACN's annual conference, the National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition (also known as NTI) attracts 6,000-8,000 acute and critical nurses each May. The conference features five days of educational programming and a three-day healthcare exhibition. The show includes 14 hours of exhibit time with 10 hours dedicated time. The Critical Care Expo typically attracts about 400 exhibiting companies , occupying 100,000 nsf of exhibit space. The Expo also features more than 50 educational theaters on the show floor, offering 200+ clinical topics in 600+ 30-minute sessions over three days. NTI provides nurses with cutting edge education and networking opportunities while celebrating and recognizing the significant contributions of AACN's community of exceptional nurses.
Organizer: American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
# Exhibitors: 394
# Attendees: 8,355
05/19/2019 to 05/23/2019
Orange County Convention Center
NSF: 102,500
150
IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium The IEEE MTT International Microwave Symposium (IMS) is the premier annual international meeting for technologists involved in all aspects of microwave theory and practice. It consists of a full week of events, including technical paper presentations, workshops, and tutorials, as well as numerous social events and networking opportunities. The symposium also hosts a large commercial exhibition.
Organizer: MP Associates, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 649
# Attendees: 4,232
06/02/2019 to 06/07/2019
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
NSF: 102,200
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