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Thursday, August 5, 2010
Bruce Rauner Named Chairman of Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau

Mayor Daley appointee tasked 'to restore Chicago's competitive edge.'

Thursday, August 5, 2010
Questex Media Group Launches New Event

Portals, Content & Collaboration Summit added to appointment-based event group.

Friday, July 30, 2010
Nielsen Tradeshows Doing More with Less

Segment’s profits more than double through first half.

Friday, July 30, 2010
UBM Buys Child and Baby Event in Asia

Company reports first half earnings results.

Thursday, July 29, 2010
Number of Sponsors Down, Annual Show Revenue Forecasted Lower at Reed Exhibitions

Event producer does expect to see biennial show revenue bump this year, however.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Exhibition and Conference M&A Down Through First Half

JEGI: Deal volume sinks 40 percent, value slips 25 percent.

Thursday, June 24, 2010
New Expo Targeting Work-At-Home Market Launches

Event takes a hybrid consumer and trade approach.

Tuesday, June 8, 2010
What I Think About the Word “Trade”

Sadly, our industry isn’t always great at unifying itself and being heard. Part of the problem, I’m sure, stems from our segmentation. Are we the exhibition industry? The meeting industry? The association industry? We’re so disjointed and represented by so many varying organizations that we don’t really have recognition in the business community as one “industry.”

Thursday, May 27, 2010
Strategic “Giving” Alliances

We’re hearing more and more about different events aligning themselves with special charities of their choice during the shows. Our organization, Colorado Garden Show, is a 501c3 and our shows are technically our form of fundraising for our grant and scholarship program. Although we raise funds for our own charitable works, we have also started to work with other charities at our show to boost their public profiles and support their causes.

Wednesday, May 12, 2010
An American Idol Show

It’s Wednesday and you know what that means at my house — American Idol...

Monday, May 3, 2010
5 Ways to Make the Most of a Celebrity Appearance

Having celebrities perform or speak at your show creates real excitement and buzz around the event. Attendees always notice when a music star, actor or personality comes to their meeting or conference, and celebrities can be an effective way to get across key company messages to this highly targeted audience.

Monday, May 3, 2010

Pacing Ahead

While other companies are scaling back and canceling shows, Canon Communications keeps growing, growing, growing. The events are sponsored by Electronics Design News, a Canon publication recently acquired from Reed Business Information.

Monday, May 3, 2010
Waste Not

Many show organizers, and facilities, still don’t know they can donate surplus food from their events to food banks — with no liability. The Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act, which was signed into law by President Clinton in October of 1996, protects food donors from civil and criminal liability at national and state levels.

Thursday, April 1, 2010
Cool Sites for Special Events

Located on the top floor of the Palms Casino Resort, Alizé features a dramatic, 280-degree view of the famous Las Vegas Strip. Named after the gentle trade winds that sweep the French Caribbean Islands, Alizé features 16-foot floor-to-ceiling windows and a U-shaped dining area. A perfect venue for special events and corporate meetings, intimate dining is available for groups of 10 to 60, or the entire restaurant can be rented to host up to 120 guests.

Thursday, April 1, 2010
Promote Press Interviews With a Media Hub

Want to create a spot on the show floor where bloggers and press can interview attendees and exhibitors? Take a cue from Wired Magazine,which worked with Precision Event Group to offer select show-goers and members of the press at CES 2010 a chance to rejuvenate from the busy trade show floor at its Recharge Lounge, a concept it first launched in San Diego at Comic-Con International last summer.

Thursday, April 1, 2010
Streamline Show Management with Software

Show management software providers have developed a range of technologies that make it easier than ever for organizers to simplify their operations. Here’s a roundup of some of the current offerings.

Monday, March 1, 2010
Cool Sites for Special Events

From cocktail receptions to corporate meetings, 33’s unique combination of elegant modern decor and award-winning contemporary American cuisine makes it an ideal venue for special events. The Boston venue’s decor features LED-lit stair walls, purple heart floors, rolling maple ceilings, and brick arches. The multi-functional venue can accommodate private and semi-private groups of up to 500.

Thursday, February 25, 2010
9 Ways to Cut Costs Now

Although the worst of the recession may be behind us, many organizers are still challenged with delivering quality shows on reduced budgets. It’s more important than ever these days to find ways to produce meetings more cost effectively. Here are a few cost-savings tips to try at your next show.

Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Cheat Sheet: Data Mining

Data mining can help you make the most of the information you have about your attendees, exhibitors and prospects. Here’s how to find the mother lode.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Know Your Intellectual Property Rights

Your show has been established for years, and attendees know it well. But then, mysteriously, another show pops up with a name very similar to yours. It causes confusion among prospective attendees looking for info on your show online, and presents new marketing challenges for your team. It’s a hassle, yes, but you may also have legal options to protect your brand. EXPO got the scoop from intellectual property rights attorney Dutro “Bruce” Campbell at the National Association of Consumer Shows annual convention in Memphis. Here’s an intellectual property primer.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Renegotiate Your Room Rates

With the down economy leading to reduced attendance at shows across the industry, many organizers are going back to their hotel partners to renegotiate room rates and blocks. So what's the best way to broach the subject? EXPO checked in with a few industry vets to find out how to strike the best deal for both parties.

Friday, May 1, 2009
Create Rewarding Awards Programs

Awards programs offer benefits for both show organizers and exhibitors. Want to create your own awards program? Here are some pointers to jump-start the process.

Friday, May 1, 2009
Producing Effective Poster Sessions

Think a poster session might work at your event, or looking for ways to improve your existing session? Check out these tips from industry experts.

Friday, May 1, 2009
Spice Up Spouse Programs

Want to jazz up your next spouse program? Ditch the traditional museum or theater tours and consider one of these fun and interactive alternatives:

Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Cheat Sheet: Winning With Webinars

Yes, travel and marketing budgets are shrinking, but all is not lost. Many organizers are finding that Webinars can help promote events, educate exhibitors and buyers and keep and grow customers, as well as extend a show's brand year-round.