
Chris Konecki Named General Manager of McCormick Place
The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) has named Chris Konecki general manager of McCormick Place, effective Aug. 24. Konecki returns to the Chicago convention

The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) has named Chris Konecki general manager of McCormick Place, effective Aug. 24. Konecki returns to the Chicago convention

Freeman has launched Simply Curated Exhibits, a new line of rental exhibits designed to give exhibitors modern options with a simpler purchasing and planning process.

Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) marked Dragon Con’s 40th anniversary with a special event unveiling the official street pole banners for the 2026 convention.

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has opened entries for the 2026 Battle of the Builders. This year, the program adds a Motorcycle category through

Advanced Systems Group (ASG) has appointed Eran Binyamin Zeitoun senior technical program manager. Zeitoun will support a new ASG business initiative focused on media asset

Purple Exhibits has appointed Joey Bartman lead account manager for all Orlando, Florida, tradeshow projects. Bartman moves into the expanded role after managing several large

Synergy Design Group has ranked No. 2,194 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 after posting 154 percent revenue growth over three years. The annual list ranks

Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has named Daniel Treuman national sales manager, citywide support and development, East Coast. Treuman moves into the role after

TranslateAble has launched a Booth Interpreter Program that places language professionals alongside exhibitor teams at international tradeshows to help them communicate with buyers and visitors.

ZenSpace Event Solutions has installed reservable private meeting pods at Moscone Center in San Francisco, giving attendees space for calls, small meetings, and focused work

Major events are playing a larger role in business travel as companies use live experiences to build client relationships and pursue new business, according to

Geoffrey Sauer has been appointed chief executive officer and president of Messe Düsseldorf North America (MDNA), effective Aug. 17. He will lead the Chicago-based subsidiary’s