In Memoriam: Joseph L. Rubey Jr.
May 20, 2026
In Memoriam: Joseph L. Rubey Jr. July 31, 1959 – May 15, 2026May 2026 Joseph L. Rubey Jr. died on Friday, May 15, 2026, after
In Memoriam: Joseph L. Rubey Jr. July 31, 1959 – May 15, 2026May 2026 Joseph L. Rubey Jr. died on Friday, May 15, 2026, after
Welcome back to “A Look Back at ECN Tradeshow History.” This month, the archives show an industry balancing recovery, reinvention, and long-term growth. From the
The Experiential Design Authority (TEDA) has announced the finalists for the 2026 ExSys Awards, setting the stage for a July 28 awards ceremony hosted by Exhibit City News (ECN) at Moss Inc. headquarters in Franklin Park, Illinois.
The events industry does not need another reminder that events matter. It needs a better way to explain why they matter to the people who
In Memoriam: Gary Francis Wannemacher August 14, 1950 – May 9, 2026 Gary Francis Wannemacher of Downers Grove, Illinois, died on May 9, 2026, at
Chicago briefs this month track major convention activity, large-scale development, new entertainment dates, and restaurant openings as the city heads into a busy summer calendar.
Las Vegas briefs this month point to steady convention demand, major sports and entertainment planning, and milestone moments for Strip properties as May’s tradeshow calendar
Orlando briefs this month track convention activity at major venues, strong theme park performance, visitor safety planning, and long-term airport investments as Central Florida moves toward a busy summer season.
Las Vegas has lived in two sports lanes lately: Fernando Mendoza owning draft headlines and the Golden Knights grinding through Round 2 of the NHL
Convention center upgrades stack up nationwide, from Wi-Fi 7 and LEED wins to recovery work and new reports, as venues point to strong 2026 demand.
In the tradeshow and live-events industry, work happens under fixed deadlines and in temporary conditions. Crews arrive, build complex environments, and operate with little margin for error. In that context, preparation matters as much as execution. One way the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBC) approaches readiness is through physical, hands-on environments that reflect the constraints of the jobsite.
International briefs this month span venue operations, certifications, sustainability tools, congress growth, destination marketing, and event technology across Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America.
