2015 Top 250 US Trade Shows

For a complete 2015 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
169
GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo GlassBuild America is the gathering place for the entire glass, window and door industries in North America. Organized by the National Glass Association (NGA)/Window and Door Dealers Alliance (WDDA), which has produced meetings and trade shows for over 50 years, GlassBuild America offers a comprehensive and united audience. NGA/WDDA has secured show partnerships with American Architectural Manufacturers Association, Glass Association of North America, and the Insulating Glass Manufactures Alliance to attract a variety of industry segments.
Organizer: National Glass Association (NGA)
# Exhibitors:364
# Attendees:7,634
09/16/2015 to 09/18/2015
Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta
NSF: 111,580
170
NJ State League of Municipalities Annual Conference

Held each November in Atlantic City at the Atlantic City Convention Center, the conference is an invaluable learning experience which yields benefits throughout the year. Delegates have the opportunity to learn at approximately 125 panels, clinics, workshops, and other sessions conducted by the League and the 21 allied associations of technical and professional employees. Commercial, government and association exhibits display the latest products and services for municipal government in over 1,000 exhibit booths.

Organizer: NJ State League of Municipalities
# Exhibitors:725
# Attendees:16,000
11/17/2015 to 11/19/2015
Atlantic City Convention Center Altantic City
NSF: 110,400
171
National Black MBA Association Annual Conference & Expo The National Black MBA Association, Inc. Annual Conference & Exposition hosts the largest career fair in the country. Dedicated to serving it's members, NBMBAA partners with Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 Companies as well as top business schools to recruit talent for open positions and to fill their pipeline for future opportunities.
Organizer: National Black MBA Association, Inc.
# Exhibitors:275
# Attendees:5,123
09/22/2015 to 09/26/2015
Orange County Convention Center Orlando
NSF: 110,000
172
ASHP Mid-Year Clinical Meeting & Exhibition ASHP represents pharmacists who serve as patient care providers in acute and ambulatory settings. The organization's more than 43,000 members include pharmacists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians. For over 70 years, ASHP has been at the forefront of efforts to improve medication use and enhance patient safety.
Organizer: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists/SPARGO, Inc.
# Exhibitors:356
# Attendees:17,120
12/06/2015 to 12/10/2015
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans
NSF: 109,700
173
Denver International Western/English Apparel & Equipment Market - Jan. Trade Only. Exhibitors are Sales Reps, Manufacturers and Company Principles of western products. This includes anything for both the horse and rider. Attendees are professional buyers for retail stores and must qualify to enter the Market.
Organizer: Western & English Sales Association
# Exhibitors:770
# Attendees:4,462
01/16/2015 to 01/20/2015
Denver Merchandise Mart Denver
NSF: 109,103
174
Denver International Western/English Apparel & Equipment Market - Sept. Trade Only. Exhibitors are Sales Reps, Manufacturers and Company Principles of western products. This includes anything for both the horse and rider. Attendees are professional buyers for retail stores and must qualify to enter the Market.
Organizer: Western & English Sales Association
# Exhibitors:770
# Attendees:4,500
09/11/2015 to 09/13/2015
Denver Merchandise Mart Denver
NSF: 109,103
175
Nursery/Landscape EXPO Tradeshow for the horticulture industry serving all aspects of the industry including all plant materials from greenhouse to trees of all sizes. Also includes all hardline/hardscape products that assist in the the beautification of the outdoors.
Organizer: Texas Nursery & Landscape Association (TNLA)
# Exhibitors:532
# Attendees:3,352
08/13/2015 to 08/15/2015
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
NSF: 109,100
176
OFC The Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exposition/National Fiber Optics Engineers Conference (OFC/NFOEC) is the largest global event for optical communications and networking professionals. OFC/NFOEC attracts researchers, engineers, executives and other professionals from service providers and carriers, systems companies, equipment manufacturers, enterprise users, and universities and research institutions around the world. From technical presentations to business and market programming, OFC/NFOEC covers cloud and data center networking, 100G/400G network design, flexible grid networks, optical/wireless network convergence, and many more hot topic areas. The OFC/NFOEC show floor features more than 550 leading telecom and optical communications companies—from network and test equipment vendors to sub-system and component manufacturers, plus software, fiber cable and specialty fiber manufacturers.
Organizer: The Optical Society
# Exhibitors:560
# Attendees:
03/22/2015 to 03/24/2015
Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim
NSF: 106,500
177
International Pizza Expo International Pizza Expo is the largest annual gathering of pizzeria professionals in the world. With more than 90 seminars, workshops, competitions and networking events, 8,000 attendees and 450 exhibitors in more than 1,100 booths, this is a “must-attend” event for operators and suppliers alike.
Organizer: Emerald Expositions
# Exhibitors:474
# Attendees:6,842
03/24/2015 to 03/26/2015
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas
NSF: 106,500
178
HOUSTEX

HOUSTEX connects you with key decision-makers throughout Texas and several southern states in the oil and gas, industrial and commercial machinery, fabricated metal stampings and aircraft/aerospace industries. These manufacturers visit HOUSTEX to find the latest equipment and technologies, network with industry experts and stay ahead of their competition.

Organizer: Society of Manufacturing Engineers SME
# Exhibitors:356
# Attendees:4,332
02/24/2015 to 02/26/2015
George R. Brown Convention Center Houston
NSF: 105,082
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