LDI Conference & Trade Show

Event Dates
2016-10-17 - 2016-10-23
Organizer
Exhibitors
192
Attendees
9700
Event contact title
Sales Manager
Event contact first name
Ken
Event contact last name
Baird
Email
kbaird@ldishow.com
Event contact telephone number
(913) 981-6141
Description
Now in its 27th year, LDI has been the go-to trade show and conference for live event professionals in North America, South America, and beyond.Over 9,700 attendees, working in theatre, concerts, houses of worship, corporate presentations, clubs, theme parks, and any other live venue, come to LDI from 88 countries to see the latest gear in action, refresh their knowledge, and replenish their creativity. More than 350 exhibiting companies provide attendees with live demos and the opportunity for face-to-face discus
Attendee information
Concerts, Special Events, Live Entertainment, Indoor Entertainment Facilities, Sports Facilities, Museums, Facility Design Consultant, Sound Designer, Audio Equipment and Accessories, Video Display / Projection Equipment.
Exhibitor information
You Should Exhibit if your company manufactures, distributes or supplies professional products and services for the production/live entertainment industry including any of the following. ? Lighting ? Sound ? Projection ? Software ? Production ? Special Effects ? Cinematography/Videography ? Staging/Truss You Should Exhibit if you want to see specifiers and buyers of these products for the following applications: Concerts, Special Events, Live Entertainment Theater/Opera Corporate Presentations/Events Indoor Entertainment Facilities, Sports Facilities, Museums Hospitality Industry (Clubs, Hotels, Casinos, Restaurants) Houses of Worship Film/TV Videography Education/Government Amusement/Theme Parks Commercial/Residential Architecture/Design You Should Exhibit if you want to have face to face meetings with thousand of professionals, including the following titles: Academic Theatre Electrician Facility Design Consultant Lighting Designer Lighting Programmer Lighting Rental Operations Manufacturer/supplier Production Lighting Crew Production Sound Crew Production Staging Crew Projection Designer Set Designer Sound Designer Sound Mixer Stage Manager Staging Rental Operations Technical Director Theater Consultant
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