2014 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2014 TSNN Top 250 Trade Shows list that includes contact information please contact John Rice jrice@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
219
NACE|CARS 2014

NACE | CARS is the largest, longest-running North American event serving the automotive service and repair industries. Targeting business owners, management, and technicians, this conference & exposition brings together all market segments for the latest and most comprehensive repair solutions, services, education, products and technology. NACE | CARS is the best source of industry education & training, networking, and world-class exhibits for all segments of the automotive service and repair industry.

Organizer: Stone Fort Group
# Exhibitors:180
# Attendees:8,497
07/31/2014 to 08/01/2014
Cobo Center Detroit
NSF: 61,190
220
APHA Annual Meeting & Exposition

The Public Health Expo is the largest and most comprehensive public health exhibit featuring more than 700 booths of information, state-of-the-art products, and services geared towards public health professionals.

Organizer: American Public Health Association (APHA)
# Exhibitors:464
# Attendees:10,308
11/16/2014 to 11/20/2014
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 60,000
221
JA Winter

For ᅠover 109 years , JA New York has been bringing the industry together -and that includes more than 725 of the world's finest jewelry brands, designers & suppliers representing the full spectrum of market categories and product choices. Vendors range from high-end designers to major manufacturers to rising stars, and encompass every taste, style and price point. JA New York is the comprehensive, one-stop source for the customer-pleasing merchandise.

Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:409
# Attendees:3,660
03/01/2014 to 03/04/2014
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 59,970
222
JA Special Delivery

For ᅠover 109 years , JA New York has been bringing the industry together -and that includes more than 725 of the world's finest jewelry brands, designers & suppliers representing the full spectrum of market categories and product choices. Vendors range from high-end designers to major manufacturers to rising stars, and encompass every taste, style and price point. JA New York is the comprehensive, one-stop source for the customer-pleasing merchandise.

Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:405
# Attendees:3,871
10/26/2014 to 10/28/2014
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center New York
NSF: 59,375
223
KeHe Holiday & Product Innovation Show

KeHE Distributors is a national represented specialty, natural and high end food distribution company. The KeHE Holiday & Product Innovation Show is the one of a kind, hosted buyer show for companies who distribute their products through KeHE to get in person face time with the retailers who purchase their products through KeHE. Retailers are store owners ranging from Meijer and Jewel to a local mom and pop grocery shop down the street. The KeHE Holiday Show focuses on products to be sold for the Holiday Season.

Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors:636
# Attendees:1,629
06/08/2014 to 06/09/2014
McCormick Place Chicago
NSF: 57,600
224
AADE Annual Meeting (American Association of Diabetes Educators)

AADE explores how empowerment and teamwork extends to everyone involved with diabetes education and care. Packed with engaging general session speakers, original education sessions and novel education formats designed to help professionals better integrate the information learned into patient care goals.

Organizer: American Association of Diabetes Educators
# Exhibitors:198
# Attendees:2,540
08/06/2014 to 08/09/2014
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 56,900
225
International Christian Retail Show 2014

The International Christian Retail Show is the largest gathering of Christian retailers and product providers in the world. Attendees include authors, artists, publishers, gift companies, Christian retailers, general market retailers, and international rights and sales representatives. The International Christian Retail Show is the largest gathering of Christian retailers and product providers in the world. Attendees include authors, artists, publishers, gift companies, Christian retailers, general market retailers, and international rights and sales representatives.

Organizer: CBA (Christian Booksellers Association)
# Exhibitors:313
# Attendees:1,520
06/22/2014 to 06/25/2014
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 54,088
226
KeHe Summer Selling & Product Innovation Show

KeHE Distributors is a national represented specialty, natural and high end food distribution company. The KeHE Holiday & Product Innovation Show is the one of a kind, hosted buyer show for companies who distribute their products through KeHE to get in person face time with the retailers who purchase their products through KeHE. Retailers are store owners ranging from Meijer and Jewel to a local mom and pop grocery shop down the street. The KeHE Summer Selling & Product Innovation show focuses on products to be sold for the Summer Season.

Organizer: SmithBucklin
# Exhibitors:555
# Attendees:1,263
02/04/2014 to 02/05/2014
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 54,000
227
DUG East

Houston-based Hart Energy's DUG East trade show and conference for the unconventional resources industry has grown in leaps and bounds, each year steadily drawing more attendees and exhibitors to an ever-expanding showfloor. Unconventional plays across the Appalachian region are developing into unprecedented resource abundance for the U.S. consumer, and these plays are increasing in global importance as well. Experts now predict the Marcellus shale could rank as the biggest natural gas field in the world. It's a remarkable feat of American ingenuity. The 5th DUG East conference and exhibition is the premier conference focused on resource development in the Marcellus and Utica region. This event produced by Hart Energy - the creator of the DUG conference series - attracts more than 3,000 industry professionals from companies working in the Appalachian Basin.

Organizer: Hart Energy
# Exhibitors:321
# Attendees:3,167
06/03/2014 to 06/05/2014
David L. Lawrence Convention Center Pittsburgh
NSF: 52,300
228
SouthPack, Automation Technology Expo (ATX) South, and Various Other Co-Located Shows

Face-to-face community where advanced technology manufacturers find products and services to accelerate projects, and advance their careers by networking with industry peers and thought leaders.

Organizer: UBM Canon
# Exhibitors:323
# Attendees:2,717
04/15/2014 to 04/16/2014
Charlotte Convention Center Charlotte
NSF: 52,090
Partner Voices
Overview: The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality. In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way. “We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.” Amenities: The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.  The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need. Gold Key Members The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events. OCCC Events: This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.  The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:  AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023 200,000 Attendees $257 Million in Economic Impact MEGACON 2023 160,000 Attendees $205 Million in Economic Impact Open Championship Series 2023 69,500 Attendees $89 Million in Economic Impact Sunshine Classic 2023 42,000 Attendees $54 Million in Economic Impact Premiere Orlando 2023 42,000 Attendees $108 Million in Economic Impact