Metro and the Metropolitan Exposition-Recreation Commission (MERC) are pleased to announce that Cindy Wallace, who has been serving as interim executive director of both the Oregon Convention Center (OCC) and the Portland Expo Center, has accepted the permanent role of Executive Director for the two venues. Wallace becomes the first woman to lead both OCC and Expo in their combined history.
Spiro, the global experiential agency within GES, today announced its acquisition of 2Heads, a London-based creative agency renowned for innovative brand experiences across North America and Europe.
ESCA gathered its community in Houston for the 2025 Winter Celebration and Awards at The Astorian, honoring leadership, innovation, service, and rising talent across the exhibition industry. The night highlighted scholarship recipients, industry award winners, and the transition to ESCA’s 2026 leadership.
A couple hours into the first day of MJBizCon 2025 in Las Vegas, Quinn Heyrich began to wonder where his customers are hiding. The few people who stopped by Surfside Solution’s modest exhibit booth paused just long enough to dig into a bowl of Lifesaver mints.
Chicago tourism 2025 saw record convention turnout, rising business travel and major new attractions. Chicago tourism 2025 momentum sets the stage for a strong 2026.
The beMatrix Best of beMatrix USA Awards 2025 will stream live on December 17 at 11 a.m. EST, highlighting new categories and showcasing innovation across the exhibit and event industry.
SITE (Society for Incentive Travel Excellence) has appointed Bishop-McCann as its global strategic event partner for a three-year term. Under the agreement, Bishop-McCann will provide key planning services and support delivery of SITE’s portfolio of events worldwide, operating as a true extension of the association’s internal team.
Las Vegas December events will dominate the city in the final month of 2025, with major conventions, holiday shows and citywide developments across the Strip.
submitted by Panama City Beach PANAMA CITY BEACH, Florida — Visit Panama City Beach is pleased to welcome two new team members whose expertise will
Oak View Group (OVG), the provider of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center and Owensboro Sportscenter, are pleased to announce the promotion of J.T. Pedley to Director of Sales and Sponsorships.
Insights From the IMEX 25 in 2025 Report highlights the top shifts in the events industry. Here are five trends with the most impact on tradeshows.
