The Exhibitor Advocate is proud to announce the recipients of its inaugural Exemplary Service Award: Dominique Cook, Sue Huff, and Glenda Brungardt. These three outstanding leaders are recognized for their exceptional contributions and unwavering commitment to advancing the interests of trade show exhibitors.
A look at the biggest convention-center news from November, including major awards, technology upgrades, community impact programs, and milestone developments across key U.S. regions. This month’s recap highlights how venues nationwide are investing in innovation, supporting local communities, and strengthening the meetings and hospitality industry.
The Las Vegas Convention Center became the epicenter of live entertainment technology once again on December 3-9, 2025, for the annual Live Design International (LDI) Show. Drawing over 16,000 industry professionals and 350+ exhibitors, the event proved that the intersection of theatrical lighting, architectural design, and live production technology continues to grow and thrive.
UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, is pleased to announce that AsiaWorld-Expo has renewed its multi-year UFI Diamond Sponsorship agreement, further strengthening its longstanding partnership with UFI.
Las Vegas’ premier hospitality and events associations came together for the industry’s most anticipated celebration of the year: the 2025 All Association Holiday Party. Held at the stunning LIV nightclub at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the event drew hundreds of industry professionals for an evening of networking, festive entertainment, and holiday cheer.
Europe and the UK are advancing their leadership in global meetings and events with record-breaking attendance, major innovation initiatives and new sector-shaping conferences. From Barcelona’s AI-focused smart city and education-tech gatherings to Antwerp’s blue-economy strategy and London’s high-profile 2027 World Scout Conference win, the region is defining the next era of sustainable, knowledge-driven events.
The Best of beMatrix North America Awards recognized 13 projects during a livestream ceremony held December 17. Now in its eleventh year, the program honored work across tradeshow, retail, outdoor, experiential, and international categories.
Excel London has announced the appointment of Helene Sharrock as its Chief People Officer, a newly created Executive role that reinforces the venue’s continued commitment to its people, culture, and long-term growth ambitions.
ASAE announced that Marc Anderson, a widely respected leader in the global hospitality, tourism, and business events sectors, will join the organization on December 8, 2025, as Managing Director of ASAE Business Services, Inc. (ABSI).
At a time when the events industry is at its busiest, Aluvision is proud to offer focused support to Midwest exhibit and event producers looking for a versatile, modular system and customer service they can rely on. Aluvision welcomes Ben Hendrikse as Regional Sales Executive, Midwest.
Hannover Messe Ankiros Fuarcılık A.Ş., a joint venture of Messe Düsseldorf GmbH and Deutsche Messe AG, has appointed Ozan Hünler as its new General Manager.
