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INDUSTRY NEWS


Anatomy of a Merger: How Two Conventions Became One
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When the Society for Biomolecular Sciences, Danbury, Conn., and the Association for Laboratory Automation, Schaumburg, Ill., agreed to merge in July 2010, the new combined organization, the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening, set out to merge conventions, too. It was a large undertaking to meld two meetings into one in less than 18 months, but when the new convention debuted this past February it exceeded all expectations. Here is how the SLAS Annual Meeting and Exhibition came to be. More

Association Information and Communication is Now Mobile!

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Revamped Miami Airport Convention Center Debuts
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The Miami Airport Convention Center (MACC) completed a comprehensive overhaul this Spring, and the occasion was marked with a gala grand reopening on 26 April that showed off its potential as a trade show venue. The facility offers 75,000 square feet of prime exhibit space. The 26 April gala was laid out in trade show fashion with booths from exhibition vendors in the Miami area. About 650 corporate meeting and event planners were in attendance. The stars of the progressive tour were the extensive offerings of elaborate hors d'oeuvres and offerings from the Rioja Grille, the new signature restaurant of the adjacent Doubletree Hotel, which itself recently completed a complete renovation. More

New Orleans Convention Center Improves Wireless Access
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Corning MobileAccess, part of Corning Incorporated's telecommunications segment, announced that the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center has implemented the company's distributed antenna system (DAS) throughout the facility, in time for the International CTIA WIRELESS 2012 conference. More

Monroeville Convention Center Welcomes You

The Monroeville Convention Center, Western Pennsylvania’s newest convention center with 100,584 square feet of exhibition space, is located in the heart of Monroeville. In addition to an excellent convention facility, Monroeville offers many popular hotels, fine restaurants and bustling shopping districts. Once you visit, you’ll remember: Greater Monroeville, Greater Opportunities. MORE


It is Gorgeous Outside. Why is Your Event at that Stuffy Convention Center?
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It can be easy to lose sight of the fact that people go to events at least in part (and sometimes entirely) to enjoy themselves. A dose of fresh air tends to help. If your event is happening at a time and location with the right weather conditions, consider hosting at a venue with outdoor options. More

Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney Visits Exhibit Edge in Virginia
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Exhibit Edge, a trade show and exhibit services provider located in Chantilly, Va., recently hosted presidential candidate Mitt Romney and his wife, Ann, for an event honoring women entrepreneurs and small-business owners. More



Helen Brett Scholarship Applications Deadline 1 June!
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The Helen Brett scholarship was established by Robert Kolinek, CEM, CMP, and named for his grandmother, Helen Brett, who was a pioneer in the exhibition industry. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist individuals who are exploring the study of exhibition management with the end goal of advancing their career in this field. The scholarship serves to promote the exhibitions and events industry by attracting college level students into the field of study and encouraging their pursuit with financial support. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis based on field of study, recommendations and educational achievement. Click here for more information about the Helen Brett Scholarship or to apply.

Utah's Beautiful New Convention Center

Incredible architecture, state-of-the-art facilities and breathtaking mountain views make the Utah Valley Convention Center the perfect place for your next meeting or event.


The Institute of Food Technologists Welcomes New Vice President, Meetings and Business Partnerships, Christine M. Klein, CMP
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The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) is pleased to announce Christine M. Klein as the new vice president of meetings and business partnerships team where she will have strategic oversight of IFT's award-winning Annual Meeting and Food Expo, as well as specialty conferences, short courses and other events. She will also oversee the global sales efforts for all of IFT products and services including Food Technology magazine. More

AVI-SPL + PANASONIC
Spectacular projections are essential for any successful event. Panasonic is your source for worldclass projection systems–large and small. And when your projectors need to connect with your other technology, turn to AVI-SPL. Partnering with top tech manufacturers, AVI-SPL crafts the perfect tech solution for your space.
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IAEE Industry News Available Through MultiBriefs App
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IAEE understands the need to deliver timely, relevant news to its members. In partnering with MultiBriefs to create the IAEE Industry News, the association committed itself to providing updates on a weekly basis. The IAEE Industry News is also available on the MultiBriefs app, available for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch in the App Store. Simply search "MultiBriefs" and download the app free. After it is downloaded, you may add the IAEE feed. News is streamed into your iPhone or iPod Touch each week. Android phone users also may access the app by going to the Android Marketplace and searching "MultiBriefs" to access the Android version of the app.

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Register Now for Midyear Meeting
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Registration is open for IAEE's Midyear Meeting: 31 May – 1 June in Washington, D.C. Ample education and networking opportunities are planned specifically for exhibition organizers, exhibit marketers, vendors and suppliers. Click here for more information. More

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Post Intern Positions at ExhibitionIndustryJobs.com
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Finding the right intern can be difficult, but with ExhibitionIndustryJobs.com new internship option you can create an account, view resumes, find recruitment resources, and post internships and jobs. With ExhibitionIndustryJobs.com you could reach thousands of talented exhibitions and events industry professionals. Finding this talent is now easier than ever with ExhibitionIndustryJobs.com. Bookmark ExhibitionIndustryJobs.com today. MORE


Job Listings
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Latest jobs from www.exhibitionindustryjobs.com

Trade Show Sales | Confidential | Norwalk, Conn.
Event Manager | Pasadena Center Operating Company | Pasadena, Calif.
Meeting Planner | SmithBucklin Corporation | Washington, D.C.
Exhibit Sales Representative | Access Intelligence | Houston, Texas
Sales Manager, National Accounts | Atlanta Convention & Visitor Bureau | Atlanta, Ga.


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