The International Surface Event

Stories Start at the Surface
Event Dates
2021-06-16 - 2021-06-18
Organizer
Exhibitors
800
Floor Size
450000
Attendees
0
Event contact title
Marketing Coordinator
Event contact first name
Alex
Event contact last name
Bell
Email
alex.bell@informa.com
Event contact telephone number
9725366463
Notes

Show Pavilions & Key Features
TISE is a comprehensive event featuring industry resources, trademark events and a wealth of education -- all at your fingertips. The hard part is experiencing everything in just three short days!

Distributor Lounge provides a conducive atmosphere for distributors to meet with customers and create and close business deals.  With comfortable seating and free WIFI, the Distributor Lounge keeps you productive without having to leave the show floor.

International Exhibitions on the show floor demonstrating the reach and increasing importance of the show across the world. See companies and products from India, China, Italy, Mexico, Pakistan, Turkey, and others.

The Design + Installation Showcase Hub (The DISH) presents on three stages: The Design Stage, The Product Demonstration Stage, and The Installation Stage. Attendees can stop in throughout each day to get ‘the dish’ on what’s new, what’s hot, and what’s on-trend for products, installation, design, and trends. The Design Stage is curated by the world-renowned design firm, Scarlet Opus, and an innovative tech design company, House Tipster, to present a virtual 360 space packed with trends, products, and high-design rooms. In addition, The Product Demonstration Stage features exhibitor-led demonstrations on the newest products released into the industry while The Installation Stage presents detailed, how-to, and best practices demonstrations on all types of challenging installation techniques.

The Marmomac Pavilion, highlighting exhibitors from Turkey, Portugal, Germany and Italy, presents in-booth demonstrations and sponsored education sessions catered to the architecture and design communities with a focus on the protection and care of natural and engineered stone surfaces. 

NWFA Hardwood Flooring Pavilion offers NWFA members - current and prospective - a space for networking and browsing among new manufacturers and suppliers of innovative hardwood products.

STONE Exhibitions encourages open dialogue among fabricators, designers and architects about the value and benefits of using natural stone while presenting stone products and stone services from around the globe.

The Cage allows attendees to experience live-action demos of the latest tools seam-setting, texturizing and polishing natural stone products.  A favorite show feature guaranteed to enhance your productivity.

Tool Alley features the latest in exactly what you would expect, TOOLS.  See exhibiting companies featuring the latest in technology and techniques as they demonstrate their latest tools in action!

 

Additional Events & Show Features:

  • Canada Night Happy Hour
  • Emerging Professionals Networking Happy Hour
  • First Time Attendee Orientation
  • Houzz Education & Consultations
  • TISE Best Of Awards
  • Trending Show Floor Tours
  • And much, much more….
Description

The International Surface Event (TISE), is THE industry marketplace for buyers, specifiers, and sellers from all over the world to source products, equipment, and services while developing relationships that improve their businesses. The TISE event has served the industry over 30 years, is held annually in Las Vegas, and is the first event of the year making it the launch event for new products and THE opportunity for buyers to make their purchases for the year. Comprised of three world-class tradeshows: SURFACES, StonExpo/Marmomac and Tile Expo events, The International Surface Event is the most comprehensive event in the industry featuring four impressive days with 450,000 square feet of products, hands-on demos, inspiring trends, over 800 key manufacturers and industry suppliers, along with innovative, unmatched education and networking programs.

 

Attendee information

TISE attendees are residential and commercial architects, designers, builders, contractors, distributors, dealers, retailers, remodelers, realtors, installers, importers, fabricators and other floor covering, stone and tile industry professionals. TISE is a global event bringing industry professionals from nearly 100 countries to seek, source, and purchase products and services such as carpet, hardwood, laminates, tools, equipment, stone, tile and much more.

Exhibitor information

Exhibitors at TISE are manufacturers and suppliers of products and services that serve the floor covering, stone, and tile industries. TISE is a global event bringing exhibitors from around the world to display their products and services such as carpet, hardwood, laminates, tools, equipment, stone, tile and much more.

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