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May 13, 2015
The winter thaw finally has occurred in some parts of the United States and that includes a flurry of new business contracts being signed in the past few months.
The Massachusetts Dental Society extended its contract with its preferred registration partner, Convention Data Services, through 2017.
Under the agreement, CDS will continue to provide full registration services, membership integration, CEU application, lead management and exhibitor services for the annual Yankee Dental Congress.
“For the past nine years, the Massachusetts Dental Society has chosen to use CDS for registration and… more
May 12, 2015
As part of an ongoing series, TSNN Reporter Traci Browne has been profiling trade show executives and asking them probing questions like it’s the day before your show and there’s a zombie apocalypse – what would your first thought be? She got Mike Blackman to play along this month in our interview series. Traci met Mike at the SISO Executive Conference in Atlantic City, and said, “I knew right away he would be the perfect interview subject.”
Mike Blackman
Managing Director
Integrated Systems Events
30 Years In Industry
Traci Browne: Where did you grow up? What was your adolescent… more
May 12, 2015
Pacific World recently formed a strategic alliance with JTB Global Marketing & Travel Japan’s leading Destination Management Company, starting May 1.
Through this partnership, Pacific World will leverage the strength of JTB Global Marketing & Travels’ incoming business and align themselves to provide leading meetings & events services in Japan.
The strategic alliance will enable Pacific World to showcase Japan as a meetings and incentive destination - to their network of corporate and agency meeting planners worldwide.
Herve Joseph-Antoine, global… more
May 12, 2015
Global Sources has launched its full suite of services for the fashion industry. The fashion industry ecosystem connects a specialized community of buyers and suppliers through content, communication and five media channels -- an online marketplace, a magazine, alerts, a mobile app and trade shows.
Four China Sourcing Fairs, which offer fashion buyers and suppliers high-level networking and sourcing opportunities, will be held April 27-30 at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong.
These are Fashion Accessories, Garments & Textiles, Underwear & Swimwear and the India Sourcing Fair: Garments… more
May 12, 2015
The 30th edition of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council’s (HKTDC) Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair closes today. The exhibition attracted a record number of more than 4,200 exhibitors from 38 countries and territories at the HKCEC venue in Hong Kong’s Wanchai district. To recognise the 30th edition of the event, the HKTDC set-up a special display charting the evolution of the exhibition over the past 30 years.
This year’s event also featured “premium zones” covering topics such as beauty products & accessories, fine porcelain gifts, health & wellness, etc. The exhibition also… more
May 12, 2015
Jointly organised by Messe Düsseldorf Asia and Asian Exhibition Services (AES), the inaugural edition of Bevtec Asia attracted more than 150 exhibiting companies from 24 countries and regions to showcase the latest in the drink manufacturing industry. The three-day trade show was held from 6th to 8th May 2015 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC).
The biennial show hosted exhibitors ranging from water and soft-drink manufacturer, to breweries, wineries and spirit producers. Exhibitor products included laboratory equipment, ingredients, bottling and marketing… more
May 12, 2015
The Taiwan External Trade Development Council’s (TAITRA) flagship MICE promotional programme, MEET TAIWAN, recently introduced the “Taiwan Value Go” and “Taiwan Meeting and Incentive Rewards Program” to serve overseas MICE visitors.
The “Taiwan Value Go” program features the cultural experiences that overseas MICE visitors can enjoy during itineraries which are centred around nine international exhibitions around Taiwan. TAITRA aims to attract meetings and incentives groups by providing local event organisers and partners sponsorships ranging from US$326 to US$3,260 depending on the size of… more
May 12, 2015
The Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) introduced its two brand communication campaigns – Thailand Connect the World and Thailand’s MICE United II – to the Japanese MICE market during its recent roadshow in Tokyo. The bureau also unveiled targeted initiatives for Japan including special financial subsidies and support for mega events.
TCEB announced special financial subsidies of up to around US$30,000 for large corporate meeting groups. There was also a per head incentive for groups engaging in business matching activities. For exhibitions, TCEB unveiled the J-Privilege… more
May 11, 2015
Running a large facility with thousands of visitors coming through can be a challenge in the middle of one of the most severe droughts on record in the state of California, but that’s the daily reality for the Los Angeles Convention Center.
As a result, LACC officials have implemented several water conservation measures, as well as partnered with LA Green.
“Environmental sustainability is an area of critical importance for the Los Angeles Convention Center,” said Brad Gessner, senior vice president of AEG Facilities and General Manager of the Los Angeles Convention Center.
He added, “Water… more
May 11, 2015
Reed Exhibitions’ flagship electronics manufacturing event, NEPCON China, was recently held at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center.
Spanning an exhibition area of 25,000 square meters, more than 450 leading brands from 22 countries and regions exhibited at the show. The three-day show ran April 21-23.
NEPCON China covers the entire surface-mount technology (SMT) sector and electronics manufacturing industry chain.
This year’s supporting activities included forums and seminars covering automotive electronics, new electronics materials, telecommunication electronics,… more
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.
Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.
Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.
The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.
MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.
MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.