2018 TOP 250 US TRADE SHOWS

The 2018 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2018 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
241
TNNA Summer Trade Show

TNNA's 2018 Summer Trade Show is the industry's premier event for needlearts wholesalers to connect, network, and make sales with retail shops. The Trade Show is three days and has over 20 educational sessions on techniques and business tips and tricks. TNNA's long standing tenure in the industry makes this the place to be for all those in the needlearts industry.

Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors: 186
# Attendees: 676
06/14/2018 to 06/17/2018
Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland Cleveland
NSF: 33,100
242
NIGP Annual Forum and Products Expo

The NIGP Forum is the largest North American conference exclusively for public procurement. The Forum is NIGP's showcase educational event, providing an ideal environment for networking with colleagues and suppliers, attending educational workshops led by subject matter experts in the field, and being motivated and inspired by professional speakers during general sessions. Attendees can visit with over 200 suppliers during our products exposition, which provides the opportunity for one-on-one interaction and networking with suppliers. Receive real hands-on experience with the latest and greatest products and services available to the government during dedicated expo hours.

Organizer: NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement
# Exhibitors: 245
# Attendees: 1,342
08/19/2018 to 08/22/2018
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center Nashville
NSF: 33,000
243
DesignCon

DesignCon serves the high speed communications and semiconductor communities offering state-of-the-art design methodologies, applications, technologies, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Taking place annually, DesignCon remains the largest gathering of chip, board, and systems designers in the country. Combining technical paper sessions, tutorials, industry panels, product demos, and exhibits; DesignCon brings engineers the latest theories, methodologies, techniques, applications, and demonstrations on PCB design tools, power and signal integrity, jitter and crosstalk, high-speed serial design, test and measurement tools, parallel and memory interface design, ICs, semiconductor components, and more.

Organizer: UBM Advanced Manufacturing
# Exhibitors: 173
# Attendees: 3,771
01/30/2018 to 02/01/2018
Santa Clara Convention Center Santa Clara, CA
NSF: 31,084
244
AHRMM 2018 Conference & Exhibition

AHRMM Exhibition is the leading showcase of the latest products, technology and services for the health care supply chain. Each year, the AHRMM Exhibition brings together approximately 200 vendors and more than 1,000 attendees, collectively managing billions of dollars in health care purchases. The trade show offers an ideal forum for establishing and strengthening professional relationships to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of supply chain operations.

Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors: 196
# Attendees: 1,070
08/13/2018 to 08/15/2018
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 30,600
245
PDC Summit

The PDC Summit brings together senior leaders working in all disciplines of health care planning, design, and construction to learn, network, and discover ways to create value for the health care built environment.

Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors: 243
# Attendees: 2,616
03/25/2018 to 03/28/2018
Music City Center Nashville
NSF: 30,600
246
COLLABORATE 2018

COLLABORATE is our once-a-year opportunity for Oracle technology users to connect with peers and top names and faces in the Oracle community. COLLABORATE delivers: More than 1,000 sessions and panels packed with first-hand experiences, case studies and practical "how-to" content; breaking product news and insider information from Oracle executive management and developers; ample opportunities to build your personal and professional networks, including special interest group (SIG) meetings and geographic networking events and receptions; informative and inspiring keynotes; an Exhibitor Showcase packed with products and solutions providers who can help you solve your specific challenges.

Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors: 210
# Attendees: 3,866
04/22/2018 to 04/26/2018
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 30,050
247
BIOMEDevice San Jose

BIOMEDevice San Jose is the premiere event for Silicon Valley's thriving medical device design and manufacturing community. The event offers an expansive showcase of cutting-edge technologies, contract services, and educational content – spanning an array of topics from digital health to minimally invasive devices, to surgical robotics – while offering a full spectrum of practical solutions to today’s engineering challenges.

Organizer: Informa Exhibitions
# Exhibitors: 246
# Attendees: 2,334
12/05/2018 to 12/06/2018
McEnery Convention Center San Jose
NSF: 27,900
248
HFMA's Annual Conference

ANI is HFMA’s national conference and premier educational event that is aimed at top decision-makers in the field of healthcare finance. ANI consists of high profile keynote speakers and more than 80 educational sessions. The Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) is the nation’s leading association for healthcare financial management executives and leaders. More than 40,000 members, ranging from CFOs to controllers to accountants consider HFMA a respected thought leader on top trends and issues facing the healthcare industry.

Organizer: Corcoran Expositions Inc./Healthcare Financial Management Association
# Exhibitors: 146
# Attendees:
06/25/2018 to 06/26/2018
Sands Expo & Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 25,840
249
ITS America Annual Meeting

The ITS America Annual Meeting Exhibition represents the entire spectrum of intelligent transportation and the mobility ecosystem, including public agencies, the automotive sector, consulting firms, OEMs, telematics and telecommunications providers, information and communications technology companies, research institutions, groundbreaking start-ups in connectivity, automation experts, and more. The event provides exhibitors with unique B2G and B2B opportunities to foster partnerships and generate business.

Organizer: Intelligent Transportation Society of America/Corcoran Expositions, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 134
# Attendees: 1,417
06/04/2018 to 06/07/2018
Cobo Center Detroit
NSF: 25,100
250
Apparel Textile Sourcing Miami

Apparel Textile Sourcing trade shows are the fastest growing trade shows in Canada, the USA, and Europe. ATS shows are a global industry destination that provide a platform for the world's apparel and textile executives to connect, learn and create opportunities to grow their business. Apparel Textile Sourcing Miami is the premier destination to meet thousands of suppliers, retailers and buyers from the USA, Latin America and Caribbean and connect with hundreds of manufacturers from the world's most influential apparel and textile countries.

Organizer: JP Communications Inc.
# Exhibitors: 200
# Attendees: 2,000
05/21/2018 to 05/23/2018
Mana Wynwood Convention Center Miami
NSF: 25,000
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