News
Oct 07, 2013
The 16th edition of Pet Fair Asia, organised by VNU Exhibitions Asia, concluded this year to a 48 percent growth in total exhibition space reaching 37,000 m2. The four-day show ran from 22nd to 25th August 2013 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center – with the last two days open to the public.
VNU reported the attendance of 602 exhibitors, up 19 percent from the 506 recorded in 2012. In terms of visitors, some 15,173 trade visitors attended the show, up 9 percent from 2012. According to VNU, 87 percednt of trade visitors were local Chinese with 13 percent… more
Oct 07, 2013
International event organiser, Informa plc, has signed a cooperation agreement with the China Container Industry Association (CCIA) to launch Intermodal Asia 2014. The event will also be supported by the China International Marine Containers (CIMC) – a member company of the CCIA and reportedly the world’s largest container manufacturer.
The inaugural event will run from 1st to 3rd April 2014 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. According to Informa, the event will include an exhibition and various conference sessions held in both Mandarin and English. A… more
Oct 07, 2013
Singapore Exhibition Services (SES), a member company of the Allworld Exhibitions Group, will launch a new trade show next year – OGmTech2014, the International Exhibition on Manufacturing Technology for Oil & Gas.
OGmTech will take place from 2nd to 5th December 2014 at the Marina Bay Sands’ Sands Expo and Convention Center. The four day trade show will feature the latest technologies, equipment and solutions for the oil and gas industry. OGmTech will also run concurrently with the oil and gas business event OSEA2014.
William Lim, project director of machinery events at SES… more
Oct 06, 2013
Just days before the official ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the grand opening of Cleveland’s Global Center for Health Innovation, venue management company SMG has been recommended for not only that venue’s contract, but also the one for the adjacent Cleveland Convention Center.
Merchandise Mart Properties Inc. guided the process of opening the two centers, but recommended to the Cuyahoga County officials that SMG take over management of the venues going forward.
If approved, SMG will assume management Nov. 15.
“SMG is delighted to partner with Cuyahoga County to manage… more
Oct 06, 2013
After surviving tough economic times in the European Union, the recent biennial Labelexpo Europe 2013 show scored record-breaking attendance numbers, as well as increases in exhibitors and showfloor size, compared with the 2011 event.
This year’s show, owned by U.K.-based Tarsus Group, was held Sept. 24-27, covering seven halls at Brussels Expo in Belgium and attracting 31,795 attendees, up 11 percent, compared with 2011. Attendees also came from 158 countries, up from 123 in the previous show.
There also were just under 600 exhibitors, an increase from 550 in 2011, spread out on a 33… more
Oct 06, 2013
Bizzabo has set the bar a bit higher with their easy to set up, cost-effective event app with a focus on social sharing and networking.
The basic app, which is free to event organizers and their attendees, has all the features organizers are looking for such as schedule, speaker bios, event information and maps. But its social engagement features and networking function are what keeps the attendees engaged.
The app is integrated with LinkedIn, so attendees need only connect to their LinkedIn account to create their networking profile. Bizzabo then makes recommendations on people to meet… more
Oct 06, 2013
Digital marketers need to keep tuned into digital advertising trends to stay ahead of the game. However, with a tremendous amount of data being collected and reported upon, it’s not always easy to keep track of the key trends. We reviewed the most important studies released recently to create this list of the top five digital advertising trends all savvy marketers should stay focused on:
Word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, often referred to as earned advertising, are still the most influential. 84% of global respondents across 58 countries to the Nielsen Trust In… more
Oct 06, 2013
Bizzabo has set the bar a bit higher with their easy to set up, cost-effective event app with a focus on social sharing and networking.
The basic app, which is free to event organizers and their attendees, has all the features organizers are looking for such as schedule, speaker bios, event information and maps. But its social engagement features and networking function are what keeps the attendees engaged.
The app is integrated with LinkedIn, so attendees need only connect to their LinkedIn account to create their networking profile. Bizzabo then makes recommendations on people to meet… more
Oct 06, 2013
Digital marketers need to keep tuned into digital advertising trends to stay ahead of the game. However, with a tremendous amount of data being collected and reported upon, it’s not always easy to keep track of the key trends. We reviewed the most important studies released recently to create this list of the top five digital advertising trends all savvy marketers should stay focused on:
Word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, often referred to as earned advertising, are still the most influential. 84% of global respondents across 58 countries to the Nielsen Trust In… more
Oct 03, 2013
Women were at the top of their game this year, winning all five tiered categories for The Expo Group’s 2013 Show Manager of the Year Awards.
Winners were judged by trade show industry professionals in categories based on the number of booths at their show.
The award winners will be celebrated at the 2013 TSNN Awards Nov. 1-3 in Reno, Nev., during the gala celebration dinner at the Peppermill Reno Resort Casino.
Here are this year’s winners:
Tier I, 150 booths or less: Cheretta Clerkley, director of marketing and corporate relations for the American Society for Parenteral and… 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.