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Aug 06, 2012
The subsidiary of Malaysia-based Star Publications, I.Star Ideas Factory, has acquired the business and assets of events organiser CNM Events Marketing for US$14.2 million. As part of the deal, CNM Events will provide a profit before tax guarantee of at least US$9.5 million over three years after the deal is complete. CNM Events’ portfolio of events and exhibitions include The Star Education Fair, The Star Property Fair and CHEER cheerleading competition. The company’s other major focus is on home and lifestyle, and it is also the owner of the Perfect Livin and Perfect Lifestyle… more
Aug 06, 2012
The IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. together with India-based Pixie Consulting Solutions will jointly launch the International Sugar, Rice, Maize & Agriculture Expo – ISRMAX Asia 2012. The event will run Aug. 29-31 at Hall 8 of the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center. ISRMAX Asia is supported by the Rice Department of Thailand’s Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Office of Cane and Sugar Board, under the Thai Ministry of Industry, and the Thai Rice Exporter Association. The event will showcase products and services from pre to post harvest in the field of… more
Aug 04, 2012
Aspire Media, parent company of Interweave, was acquired by F+W Media from private equity firms Frontenac Company and Catalyst Investors and several members of the Interweave management team.   Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Walter Florence, a managing director of Frontenac Company, has joined the F+W Media board of directors, concurrent with the acquisition.   The Jordan, Edmiston Group, Inc. of New York represented Aspire Media in the transaction.   Interweave is a leading multiplatform print and digital art and craft enthusiast media company founded in 1975 and… more
Aug 04, 2012
For the “Best of Show” award, we are leaving it up to you to tell us why you think your show is the BEST.   This is the second year for this special award, and five nominees will be invited to the TSNN Awards: Celebrating Trade Show Excellence Nov. 2-4 in Louisville, Ky.   The overall winner will be announced at the gala awards celebration Nov. 3 Submit your show HERE.   There is no specific criterion for the award. Be creative!   What challenge(s) did the show face? What was the “Best of Show” solution(s)? And what were the overall results and… more
Aug 01, 2012
With the Outdoor Retailer semiannual trade shows outgrowing their home at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City already an issue, the Outdoor Industry Association, one of the shows’ organizers, also recently expressed its discontent with Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert’s public land policies in the state. OIA’s concerns include the governor’s lawsuit challenging the federal government over jurisdiction of the federal public lands and some road claims within national parks, monuments and wilderness areas that would allow motorized vehicles on dirt trails.… more
Jul 30, 2012
David Dubois, current president and CEO of the Forth Worth (Texas) Convention & Visitors Bureau, has been named the new president of the International Association of Exhibitions & Events. Doreen Biela, IAEE’s chair, announced the news, and Dubois’ appointment will be effective in October after current IAEE president Steven Hacker retires. "IAEE is fortunate to have enjoyed a lengthy CEO transition period, which permitted us to engage in a very comprehensive national search for our next chief staff executive and ensure a seamless leadership transition,” Biela… more
Jul 30, 2012
Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute, owner and producer of the PACK EXPO trade shows, has sold out its PACK EXPO International on tap Oct. 28-31 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. “The sold out status of PACK EXPO speaks volumes to its value as a showcase for the packaging and processing industries,” said Charles D. Yuska, president & CEO, PMMI. He added, “With space completely gone three months out, the show has surpassed even our expectations.” PACK EXPO International 2012 will be the largest edition of the show since 2002, with a record 1,800 plus… more
Jul 30, 2012
Summer might be a slow time for actual trade shows being held, but it’s been a busy time for new hires, signaling a boost in business. The Georgia World Congress Center recently announced the selection of Mark Adams as director of sales for the 3.9 million square foot facility. "We are all looking forward to the addition of Mark Adams to our GWCC team,” said Mark Zimmerman, general manager of the convention center. He added, “I am confident that with his experience he will make an immediate impact on our sales program.” Adams joins the GWCC after working as… more
Jul 30, 2012
NAB Show, in partnership with BPL Broadcast, will debut Connected Media World, an exhibit area set to launch at the 2013 NAB Show April 6-11 in Las Vegas.   “As consumers continue to connect with media and entertainment in new and different ways, it's imperative for content owners and distributors to understand how this evolution impacts business and the overall consumer experience,” said Chris Brown, NAB executive vice president, Conventions and Business Operations.     The new exhibit area will showcase technologies and services that are advancing how… more
Jul 30, 2012
Experient scored a coveted contract being chosen as the preferred partner for Nielsen Expositions for event registration and lead management services for 31 shows annually for a five-year term.   “Nielsen is excited to partner with a reputable, industry leader,” said Cindy Sample, Nielsen Expositions’ operations director.   She added, “Experient’s high level of customer service and technologically advanced solutions have exceeded our expectations thus far. We are looking forward to many years of continued success.”   Shawn Pierce, Experient… more
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