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Nov 28, 2012
Apple iPads now give the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority personnel access to real-time information previously carried around in hefty paper binders that quickly became outdated. That helps them address exhibitor and show management requests more quickly and streamlines guest services functions.
Five years ago, the MCCA laid the groundwork for its innovative mobile solution through a $9 million investment in an event management system called ShowBiz.
ShowBiz is a custom, open-source software platform developed for MCCA by strategic IT partner Optaros, after the MCCA IT team… more
Nov 28, 2012
The Chicago Auto Show features big names such as General Motors, Toyota and Ford, but in 2013, they’ll also be featuring some of Chicago’s technology startups like SpotHero, the creators of an app that helps people find parking in Chicago.
As the largest auto show on the continent, spanning more than 1 million square feet of production, concept and exotic vehicle exhibit space, the Chicago Auto Show hosts multiple world and North American vehicle debuts.
For the first time, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the Chicago Auto Show, announced plans to bring… more
Nov 27, 2012
People just want to have fun, and that was apparent with the recent success of the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions trade show – IAAPA Attractions Expo 2012 – held Nov. 12-16 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.
The show drew 26,500 attendees, which included an increased number of buyers, 15,800, an expansive trade show floor – the largest in four years - and largest outdoor space in 10 years, as well as a 14-percent increase in education attendance.
“IAAPA Attractions Expo 2012 is the one time of year when the amusement park… more
Nov 27, 2012
Calls from within the Taiwanese jewellery industry to hold an international, professional jewellery exhibition in Taiwan have been answered, with UBM Asia and the Taiwan Jewelry Industry Association joining forces, supported by the Taipei Jewelers’ Association, to launch the first Taiwan Jewellery & Gem Fair.
The show will be held Nov. 15-18 at the Taipei World Trade Center.
"We received strong requests from within the Taiwan jewellery industry, as well as from international suppliers of jewellery products, for us to hold a professional jewellery event in Taiwan,” said… more
Nov 27, 2012
The international organic sector met for the 12th year in a row for BioFach Japan 2012 Nov. 21-23 in the Tokyo Big Sight Exhibition Centre.
This year was notable for the large international share of exhibitors. More than 210 companies from 14 nations, compared with 10 nations in 2011 presented their organic products.
Italy, particularly the region of Sicily, and Argentina were at BioFach Japan for the first time. Other countries that participated were Germany, Australia, France, South Korea, Nepal, Austria and the United Arab Emirates.
As in the previous years, natural cosmetic… more
Nov 27, 2012
U.K.-based UBM acquired a 65-percent equity share in Eco Exhibitions Sdn Bhd – owner of sustainable building, design and construction trade show Greenbuild Asia.
Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Greenbuild Asia’s founder and owner, Andrew Siow, will remain as a partner and managing director of the company.
“Southeast Asia is a very important market to UBM and to our customers,” said Jimé Essink, president and CEO of UBM Asia.
He added, “Together with our offices in Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines and… more
Nov 27, 2012
Korea’s food and beverage trade show, Food Week Korea, rounded off its seventh year running with record success when it ran a few weeks ago.
The Coex-organized exhibition welcomed 712 exhibiting companies, 1,800 booths and more than 92,000 visitors, including 600 from overseas, during the five days it ran Nov. 6-10.
Food Week Korea boasted a total of 10 food-themed sectors, including an International Hall, an Export Zone, a Café and Bakery, Machinery section, Premium Agricultural Products, Makgeoli expo and Seoul Cooking Show spread over a total of 36,000 square meters of… more
Nov 27, 2012
Messe Düsseldorf Shanghai, subsidiary of Germany-based exhibition organiser Messe Düsseldorf and China International Exhibitions, a member of the Allworld Exhibitions Group, will collaborate to launch ProWine China in Shanghai next year.
ProWine China is a geo-clone expansion of the annually-held wine and spirit trade fair, ProWein, in Düsseldorf. The inaugural ProWine China will run Nov. 13-15 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). ProWine China will be collocated with the food and beverage trade show FHC China. The collaborating organisers have already held a… more
Nov 27, 2012
The Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) has launched the Macao MICE Portal, an online portal to promote the special administrative region’s MICE industry.
Major sections of the portal currently include Event Promotion, Incentive Measures, Industry Information and MICE Guide. The portal will be maintained by IPIM and will provide the latest news and development including activities and facilities for local and overseas event organisers, industrial and business entrepreneur and business visitors.
Top government officials and around 60 representatives from the local… more
Nov 27, 2012
Labelexpo India, a biennial event organised London-listed Tarsus, posted a record 8,049 visitors on the show’s 10 year anniversary. Labelexpo India 2012 was held at the Pragati Maidan in New Delhi Oct. 29-Nov. 1.
Visitor numbers were up 33 percent from the 2010 edition, while more than 200 local and international exhibitors, including 49 first time participants, showcased their products at the event. According to Tarsus, 53 percent of exhibitors have already confirmed their return at the 2014 edition with many also committing to bigger stalls.
Jade Grace, event director of Labelexpo… more
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.
Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.
Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.
The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.
MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.
MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.