e Exhibitor Advocate announces the appointment of Kimberly Taylor to its board of directors. Taylor brings representation from the exhibiting side of the defense segment.
The financial landscape of the live events industry is changing fast, and everyone in the global events ecosystem is trying to adapt to mounting cost
Welcome back to “A Look Back at ECN Tradeshow History.” This month, the archives move from pandemic recovery to digital reinvention and long-running industry change.
Better Stands by Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE) marked its first year with more than 70 members using the program across Europe, North America, South
It is with profound sadness that Absolute Exhibits announces the passing of our co-founder, Chairwoman, and President, Jan Koren, who passed away last week surrounded by her family.
In Memoriam: Joseph L. Rubey Jr. July 31, 1959 – May 15, 2026May 2026 Joseph L. Rubey Jr. died on Friday, May 15, 2026, after
For years, experiential marketing and out-of-home advertising operated as entirely separate disciplines. Experiential was built for emotional connection—live events, brand activations, immersive consumer moments. Out-of-home advertising (OOH) was built for reach—mass visibility across highways, urban corridors, and high-traffic markets. The two rarely intersected in any meaningful way.
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 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.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to shape how general contractors design floorplans, manage logistics, forecast budgets and execute strategy, highlighting its strategic role in the tradeshow and expo industry. From design tools to scheduling software, AI is demonstrating its current and future influence.
