
How to Win at CES: Creativity Infused with Modularity
Standing out at CES isn’t just a wish but a crucial requirement for success. And when you have a prime location at the entryway to the exhibit hall? The stakes are even higher.

Standing out at CES isn’t just a wish but a crucial requirement for success. And when you have a prime location at the entryway to the exhibit hall? The stakes are even higher.

Have we as a culture really changed that much in 100 years? Have we really advanced as a society? Has technology really had the great impact we think it has?


Michael Verne Parrott, 86, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, died Sunday, March 29, 2026. Born March 2, 1940, in Marshall, MN, he was the eldest son of Robert Belgrove and Paula Verne Parrott, also of Fort Wayne. A 1958 graduate of Southside High School, Parrott earned his BA from Carleton College and MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He was an officer in the US Air Force and was awarded the American Spirit of Honor Medal in 1964, completing his service at the 122nd Tactical Fighter Wing of the Indiana National Guard.

Las Vegas briefs this month track two forces moving in opposite directions: big-show volume inside the halls and softer demand signals outside them. April’s calendar

Artificial intelligence is showing up across the tradeshow industry, from early design work and planning to marketing and day-to-day operations. At the same time, recent research has raised concerns about how frequent reliance on these tools may affect problem solving, judgment, and independent thinking, particularly among younger workers who engage with them most often.

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The Expo Group, an Architect Connecting Communities leader in exhibitions, exhibits and events, announces a strategic partnership with Explori aimed at elevating industry standards for

International briefs this month track meeting and venue operations across Asia-Pacific and Europe, with updates on conference scale, facility upgrades, and sustainability programs. UFI drew

The potential use of AI in convention centers touches on many areas: from predictive maintenance to enhanced protection against cyber-attacks. Marina Bay Sands Singapore is using robots for back-of-house deliveries, and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center uses a digital twin to enhance operations and customer excellence.

Overlooking the scenic San Antonio River Walk, the Henry B. González Convention Center (HBGCC) (900 E. Market Street) stands as a centerpiece of the city’s vibrant downtown and one of Texas’s premier event venues. Built as the San Antonio Convention Center in 1968 for Hemisfair ‘68, its name was changed in 1977 to honor Congressman Henry B. González, a respected civic leader who championed the city’s development.

Join us in Munich from June 16-19, 2026, for the IFES World Summit 2026 as we come together under the theme “Navigating Change, Shaping What’s