This Week in Exhibit Industry News

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Last week’s PCMA Convening Leaders continued to draw media attention this week, with summaries of sessions and reviews of the entire event. BizBash covered the often-sensitive subject of virtual meetings and face-to-face events, while on PCMA 365, Richard Saul Wurman, founder of the TED Conference, shared some of his insights on successful meetings.

In other show news, the World Dairy Expo is expanding rapidly but still can’t keep up with the demand for exhibit space. EXPO reports that the show coming up in Madison, Wisconsin this October will expand by 26,000 square feet, yet still leaves 275 companies on a waiting list!

More Labor Controversy at McCormick Place

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In a surprise move, a federal judge struck down some of the labor reforms which were enacted last year in Chicago that gave exhibitors more rights. Check out this article from TSNN and stay tuned as this situation unfolds!

What Were the Top 250 Trade Shows in 2010?

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TSNN recently released the list of the top shows and show cities in the U.S. — Did your favorites make the list?

Industry Update: McCormick Place Reforms

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Here’s a follow-up to our recent episode on McCormick Place labor issues. In late April, the interim board proposed a number of reforms. Click here to read more.

Working with Show Labor

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Show labor has been a hot topic lately, especially relating to shows at McCormick Place in Chicago. In this episode, guest Frank Vavpotic from CEP Exhibit Productions shares some perspective and insider tips based on his years of experience in the Chicago trade show world.

Duration:  18 min. 14 sec.
Size:  22.1 MB

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