Retirement. It’s a concept I have spent very little time thinking about… until the last six months.
If you had asked me six months ago when I was going to retire from this industry I would have asked you why I should do that when I still really enjoy what I am doing.
On Location, a nationwide provider of labor and management services for exhibits, events, activations, and branded environments, proudly announces that Ty Macaulay, Director of National Operations, has been named an EDPA Future Leader by the Experiential Designers and Producers Association (EDPA).
Ivette Flower brings more than 25 years of sales leadership experience and a lifelong love of the organized chaos that defines the tradeshow industry. Somehow, she always finds her way back to the tradeshow world. With over 10 years as a Senior Account Executive at Skyline Exhibits in the San Diego and Denver markets, Ivette consistently proved herself as a top performer, earning multiple Presidents Circle honors along the way.
Smart, easy money was made on Taylor Swift’s 2024 Eras concert tour that packed stadiums with thousands of “Swifties” and brought $2 billion in revenue, opening investors’ eyes to lucrative opportunities in live events.
Venues and destinations across Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, and the Middle East close out 2025 with strong results and forward-looking commitments. From record revenues and major capital investments to expanded exhibition footprints and new association partnerships, operators are positioning for sustained demand in meetings, conventions, and live events.
I am pleased to announce that the Quarter 1 2026 issue for Exhibit City News is officially live. You can access the edition by the link on our homepage or here. For those of you who will receive our physical print, look forward to it in the coming weeks.
Org design isn’t an HR project. It’s a leadership responsibility, and most companies get it wrong.
Convention centers, venues, and event suppliers across the United States close out 2025 with record attendance, major capital projects, and new industry recognition. From convention center expansions and hotel renovations to award wins and operational upgrades, the developments reflect continued domestic demand for meetings, conventions, and live events heading into 2026.
As 2025 moved into its second half, the tradeshow industry faced sharper operational pressures alongside continued innovation and growth. This second installment of Exhibit City News’ Year in Review highlights a selection of the most-read stories from Quarter 3 and Quarter 4, reflecting how workforce challenges, sustainability execution, technology adoption, and destination investment shaped the industry’s closing months.
Orbus is proud to announce it has been recognized by PPAI technology partner SAGE as a 2026 A-rated supplier. This is Orbus’ 10th consecutive year of being among the top suppliers in the industry, which reflects its unwavering commitment to excellence in service, quality, ingenuity, and reliability.
More events today stretch across multiple buildings and city blocks. It’s exciting growth, but it also adds a challenge: how to keep the brand experience consistent when every venue looks and feels different.
In Memoriam: James S. Hanlon. September 14, 1960 – December 9, 2025. James S. Hanlon of Glen Ellyn, Illinois, died on December 9, 2025. He was born in Levittown, Pennsylvania.
