Michael R. Joncek October 7, 1968 – March 1, 2026 Michael Robert Joncek of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away on March 1, 2026, at
Of the common questions asked in the tradeshow, exhibitions, and events industry the most asked is this: how do we let people know we exist? Furthermore, how do we inspire and help cultivate the community to help it grow? Education has often been the answer sought, whether that is in mentorship or training programs. Of these programs, one has stood out and in 2025 it celebrated a pivotal milestone.
Exhibitus is excited to announce that the company will present The Power of Plus+ at EXHIBITORLIVE 2026, an industry-leading conference and expo for experiential and event marketing professionals. Building on the company’s current ad campaign, which speaks to combining two elements to create more, Exhibitus will offer audiences experiences that demonstrate how The Power of Plus+ turns strategy, creativity, execution, and data into brand stories with results.
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Excel London has unveiled four strategic roles within its Operations Leadership Team, designed to further enhance its venue facilities, services and resilience, and place greater emphasis on customer experience.
The Deondo Company, the exclusive provider of NOOK Event Pods® in North America, is pleased to announce two new additions to their team. Known for creating quiet, private spaces amidst the noise of exhibit halls, The Deondo Company continues to innovate in the event industry by hiring experienced professionals to enhance their offerings.
ColorCraft is saddened to share the passing of Carlos Vives, a longtime Fabrication Technician whose craftsmanship and dedication helped shape countless projects produced by the company.
At the end of February, I attended my first EuroShop. Held in Düsseldorf, Germany, this premier international retail expo takes place once every three years. According to Messe Düsseldorf, the 2026 edition welcomed more than 81,000 trade visitors from 141 countries and featured 1,840 exhibitors from 61 countries across 14 halls. There was no shortage of innovation, conversation, and, of course, beautiful stands.
An old friend and colleague sent me a message after reading something I wrote recently on LinkedIn about the tradeshow industry. One line stuck with me. He said, “Our industry is so different now because you and Jack introduced the exit pathway for Nth Degree through private equity. It forced the industry to become more disciplined. Numbers matter.”
