New Business Contracts: Experient, Balluun, Spargo All Snag Deals
March 17, 2015
Since the beginning of the year, business has continued to pick up in the trade show industry and with that has come a bevy of new and renewed contracts.
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers has extended their partnership with Experient to be the exclusive partner for event registration and lead retrieval services for ICUEE 2015, The Demo Expo, which is the largest event in North America for utilities and utility contractors.
This event adds to the current partnerships for AEM’s CONEXPO-CON/AGG, the largest show in North America for the construction industries, and CONEXPO Latin America, the inaugural CONEXPO-branded show for the Latin America Marketplace.
“Experient’s account team structure and staff expertise are paramount to us,” said Dana Wuesthoff, AEM’s director of Event Registration and Housing. “And, with their history of high-quality performance at our other events, we look forward to working with them on ICUEE.”
The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) has appointed J. Spargo & Associates, Inc. as their exposition and sponsorship sales and management company for their Summer and Midyear Meetings.
ASHP’s Midyear Clinical Meeting is the largest gathering of pharmacists in the world. More than 20,000 pharmacy professionals from more than 100 countries attend the Midyear Clinical Meeting annually.
The 2015 Midyear Meeting will be held Dec. 6-10 in New Orleans, La. The Summer Meetings provide attendees with opportunities to attend educational programming focused on ambulatory care, informatics, medication safety, and pharmacy practice and policy.
The 2015 Summer Meeting will be held June 6-10 in Denver, Colo.
Balluun signed a strategic partnership with the American Made Show to create a digital marketplace for the gift trade show industry, which encompasses studio artists and designers that produce handcrafted works for luxury boutiques, galleries and museum stores.
The American Made Show is the largest wholesale trade marketplace that brings together top artisans and retailers who trade in authentic, American-made merchandise, including artisan made jewelry, home décor, fashion, furniture, and gifts.
Together, Balluun and the American Made Show will bring advanced digital capabilities, including social networking and ecommerce to AmericanMadeShow.com.
“Balluun continues to be a technology leader in B2B e-commerce, and this is due to our partnerships with best-in-class trade show operators like the American Made Show,” said Peter Koch, chief product officer and founder of Balluun. “Balluun 365 is a platform for them to enhance and extend their first class experience to 24/7/365.”
Wendy Rosen, Founder of The American Made Show, added, “We are thrilled to partner with Balluun as the exclusive provider of authentic American Made resources for Balluun’s digital marketplace’s nearly 20,000 member retailers. It is also an honor for us to join with other major national events like Pool, Toy Fair, ENK, Magic and Coterie, which represent thousands of stores that may have never before explored authentic American Made jewelry.”
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is renowned for its exceptional service and diverse venue options across Las Vegas, Detroit, Springfield, National Harbor, Biloxi, and Atlantic City, providing flexible spaces for meetings of any size. Beyond these offerings, MGM Resorts distinguishes itself through a strong commitment to social responsibility and sustainability, making it an ideal choice for your next meeting.
At the core of MGM Resorts' company values is its platform, "Focused on What Matters," dedicated to meeting customer needs while advancing socially responsible practices. This commitment is evident in several key areas:
Protecting Natural Resources
MGM Resorts is home to industry-leading recycling, renewable electricity and water conservation programs. Some highlights include a cogeneration power plant at ARIA, producing ultra-efficient electricity; one of America’s largest contiguous rooftop solar arrays atop the convention center at Mandalay Bay; and onsite wells that provide water for the celebrated Fountains of Bellagio, avoiding reliance on precious Colorado River water. These efforts and many more save on natural resources while boosting attendee satisfaction.
Committed to Community
Always striving to be good neighbors, MGM Resorts works to avoid food waste and combat food insecurity with the Feeding Forward program. In partnership with local food banks, they safely divert unserved food to food insecure members of the community. Since 2016, over 5 million meals have been provided, highlighting MGM Resorts' commitment to minimizing food waste and addressing community needs.
MGM Resorts supports clients in their responsible-meetings efforts, not only with efficient venues but also waste-reducing décor and signage; sustainable food and beverage options; and outreach to help planners communicate sustainability efforts to attendees. What’s more, they offer a Mindful Meetings series that puts attendee wellness first—through fitness and mindfulness activities, and in give-back events with local charity organizations.
Fostering Diversity & Inclusion
To MGM Resorts, a diverse and talented workforce is essential to success. By cultivating innovative strategies that consider multiple perspectives and viewpoints, the company creates an inclusive workplace culture that benefits its employees and community. MGM Resorts takes pride in being a welcoming home for veterans, individuals with disabilities, people from diverse backgrounds, LGBTQ+ community members, and more. This commitment to inclusion is reflected in the company's recruitment and hiring practices and its social responsibility initiatives. From the workplace to the community, MGM Resorts' commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion remains unwavering, and its efforts continue to create a more equitable and sustainable world for all.
MGM Resorts offers unparalleled service and venue options while standing out for its proactive approach to sustainability and community engagement. Choosing MGM Resorts for your next meeting means aligning with a company that values social responsibility, efficiency, and attendee satisfaction, ensuring a meaningful and impactful event experience.
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