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.
The Vomela Companies, a leading North American provider of visual communications, graphics, and experiential events, announced the acquisition of Moss Inc., a globally recognized producer of premium event and retail graphics, complex structures, and custom installations for innovative brand experiences. This strategic move combines two powerhouses serving the live events and experiential industry.
The Raleigh Convention Center is making substantial progress toward welcoming events back after a fire on the evening of Monday, December 1st. The fire damaged portions of the roof, but thanks to the quick action of the first responders with the Raleigh Fire Department, everyone in the building at the time exited safely, and the interior of the building was unharmed by the fire.
Access TCA has acquired Orlando-based Top Shelf Exhibits, Inc., a full-service exhibit design, fabrication, and rental company, focusing on providing high-touch service and unique design. Top Shelf is known for its affordable solutions and show-floor expertise.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Biz New Orleans has named New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) President and CEO Jim Cook to its 2025 “New Orleans 500” list. The annual publication recognizes the most influential business leaders and professionals whose work is shaping the region’s economy and future.
Asia-Pacific and Middle East convention centers report major wins, new congress launches, and growing sector investment, reinforcing the region’s expanding global role in meetings and events through 2025–2026.
AE&ES earned the Vegas Chamber’s Veteran-Owned Business of the Year award, celebrating the company’s growth, service-first culture, and longtime impact on the Las Vegas business community.
The International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Association of Korean Exhibition Industry (AKEI).
