Clarion Events Inc. acquires Information Forecast, Inc.
Chicago — Acquisition of Clarion Events Information Forecasting Company (Infocast), adds its range of events to Clarion's energy events portfolio, which includes DISTRIBUTECH International, POWERGEN International and Enlit Europe as well as other market-leading events around the world. Infocast has a 30-year history of producing events and conferences in the United States focusing on emerging markets, cutting-edge technologies and untapped audiences, and this transaction strengthens Clarion's commitment to the entire energy ecosystem. The strategic acquisition adds events including the New York Energy Summit, Texas Clean Energy, Southeast Renewables and Global Clean Hydrogen: U.S. Production and International Markets to strengthen Clarion's portfolio. related. Truelink Capital to acquire GES for $535 million Desiree Hanson, Clarion Events' chief commercial officer for North America, will continue to lead the North American business and help with the integration and growth of Infocast. News of this acquisition follows Clarion's announcement of the launch of The Clarion Events Collaborative: Elevating Association Events, designed to maximize the value…
Highlights of the 15th TSE Gold 100 Awards and Summit
Santa Barbara, California — 15day The annual Trade Show Executive (TSE) Gold 100 Awards and Summit celebrated the largest trade show of 2023 over a week at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara in sunny Santa Barbara. Approximately 200 show organizers and vendors spent time networking, learning from other leaders at the Education Summit and enjoying experiential events while celebrating the Gold 100 winners and Grand Prize recipients at the Gold 100 Awards Gala. Beautiful views, golden connections This year’s event welcomed attendees in Gold 100 style with a variety of networking and experiential activities. The annual Gold 100 Chairman’s Dinner was hosted by Rick Simon, Chairman of TSE and President and CEO of United Services, and was held at The Wine Collective with food from The Lark. Located in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone, the dinner was designed to welcome attendees who arrived early. Attendees can also tour Vega Vineyards and Farm and enjoy the beauty of Santa Barbara. Attendees…
Top Items on Your Trade Show Checklist
A trade show checklist can help even a novice marketer or sales representative prepare to achieve their goals at the next trade show. A checklist may seem like a basic idea, but it can actually be the difference between life and death. Harvard Business Review The report (2017) states that people in high-risk jobs, such as astronauts and surgeons, often use checklists as a best practice. In fact, surgical checklists have been shown to reduce the risk of death by 47%! The point is, everyone, especially the busiest among us, needs help with executive planning. These planning and organizational processes can both improve your work outcomes and relieve unnecessary stress. That’s why we’ve compiled this guide to help you create a thorough checklist before your next trade show. 3 Reasons You Need a Trade Show Checklist There are three main reasons why an exhibition checklist is a fantastic idea for any industry professional. It helps you make a plan. Carefully…
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