2017 TOP US TRADE SHOWS

The 2017 TSNN Top Trade Show List is exclusively sponsored by Expocad and the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center.

For a complete 2017 TSNN Top Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
151
NAA Education Conference & Exposition

The largest show in the multifamily housing industry that has it all -- 60+ education sessions, keynote speakers, networking with close to 10,000 people, a trade show with more than 450 companies showcasing the latest and greatest in the industry.

Organizer: National Apartment Association
# Exhibitors: 514
# Attendees: 5,521
06/21/2017 to 06/24/2017
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 116,800
152
American Heart Association Scientific Sessions

The AHA's Scientific Sessions is the world's largest convention for scientists and healthcare professionals devoted to the science of cardiovascular disease and stroke. Programming provides continuing medical education through communication of timely and significant advances in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease from many perspectives. This annual meeting provides four days of comprehensive, unparalleled education through the more than 4,000 presentations given by some of the world's top leaders in the areas of cardiovascular disease - as well as a chance to experience more than 200 exhibitors showcasing the latest cardiovascular technology and resources.

Organizer: American Heart Association
# Exhibitors: 195
# Attendees: 11,940
11/11/2017 to 11/15/2017
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 116,000
153
CAMEX 2017 - Campus Market Expo

CAMEX is Campus Market EXpo: The largest conference and trade show in the campus store industry. Where college and high school store buyers, and bookstore, gift and sporting goods buyers come together to buy from old favorites and new and unique vendors, learn in industry-focused educational sessions and special events, and network with peers from across the country.

Organizer: National Association of College Stores
# Exhibitors: 503
# Attendees: 1,595
03/05/2017 to 03/07/2017
Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center Salt Lake City
NSF: 115,500
154
ACC.17: American College of Cardiology Annual Scientific Session & Expo

The ACC Expo is the global marketplace for cardiovascular innovation. Physicians, scientists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other key leaders in the cardiovascular field visit the Expo to see the latest advances and solutions in CV care.

Organizer: American College of Cardiology (ACC)/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 280
# Attendees: 12,901
03/17/2017 to 03/19/2017
Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington, DC
NSF: 115,000
155
ASI Show Orlando

ASI Show Orlando – in time for the start of the sales year – gives suppliers and distributors in the promotional product industry the first opportunity on the East coast to make connections and grow their business. The ASI Show incorporates one full day of education along with two exhibit days, and a host of networking events, including the ever popular ASI Show Bash.

Organizer: ASI Show (Advertising Specialty Institute)
# Exhibitors: 689
# Attendees: 5,612
01/18/2017 to 01/20/2017
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 112,005
156
National Black MBA Association Annual Conference & Expo

The National Black MBA Association, Inc. Annual Conference & Exposition hosts the largest career fair in the country. Dedicated to serving it's members, NBMBAA partners with Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 Companies as well as top business schools to recruit talent for open positions and to fill their pipeline for future opportunities.

Organizer: National Black MBA Association, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 287
# Attendees: 6,717
09/26/2017 to 09/30/2017
Pennsylvania Convention Center Philadelphia
NSF: 112,000
157
ASHP Mid-Year Clinical Meeting & Exhibition

ASHP represents pharmacists who serve as patient care providers in acute and ambulatory settings. The organization's more than 43,000 members include pharmacists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians. For over 70 years, ASHP has been at the forefront of efforts to improve medication use and enhance patient safety.

Organizer: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors: 367
# Attendees: 20,163
12/03/2017 to 12/07/2017
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 111,200
158
WINDPOWER Conference & Exhibition

AWEA WINDPOWER® Conference & Exhibition is the annual conference and exhibition for the U.S. wind industry hosted by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA). Professionals from all over the world come here to network, learn and advance their organizational missions. It’s the place in North America to collaborate with colleagues and peers—innovators, thought leaders and policy makers—to chart wind energy’s course into the future. Developers, manufacturers, financiers, owners & operators, regulators, legal representatives, safety professionals, suppliers, utilities, construction companies, and more gather each year to generate actionable ideas for expanding the wind energy economy through technology and collaboration.

Organizer: American Wind Energy Association (AWEA)
# Exhibitors: 399
# Attendees: 3,898
05/22/2017 to 05/25/2017
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 110,425
159
NJ State League of Municipalities Annual Conference

Held each November in Atlantic City at the Atlantic City Convention Center, the conference is an invaluable learning experience which yields benefits throughout the year. Delegates have the opportunity to learn at approximately 125 panels, clinics, workshops, and other sessions conducted by the League and the 21 allied associations of technical and professional employees. Commercial, government and association exhibits display the latest products and services for municipal government in over 1,000 exhibit booths.

Organizer: NJ State League of Municipalities
# Exhibitors: 730
# Attendees: 16,000
11/14/2017 to 11/16/2017
Atlantic City Convention Center Altantic City
NSF: 110,400
160
Nursery/Landscape EXPO

Tradeshow for the horticulture industry serving all aspects of the industry including all plant materials from greenhouse to trees of all sizes. Also includes all hardline/hardscape products that assist in the beautification of the outdoors.

Organizer: Texas Nursery & Landscape Association (TNLA)
# Exhibitors: 521
# Attendees: 4,307
08/10/2017 to 08/12/2017
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
NSF: 110,300
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