In case you missed it: Part 1 shares our opinion on the best casino trade shows for hospitality professionals that you will for sure want to attend!
In the hospitality industry there is no shortage of trade shows to attend; it can almost feel overwhelming at times. But as any designer, owner, or vendor, knows -- you want to make sure attendance is worth your while.
Quite literally, this means that the connections you make and the leads you generate are worth more to your business than the travel expenses, registrational expenses, marketing/ promotional expenses, and other funds you pump into the trade show.
Hospitality Trade Shows to Focus On
Due to the sheer inundation of opportunities to attend hospitality trade shows, we’ve compiled a list of all the ones you don’t want to miss -- in our opinion, of course.
This list focuses specifically on hotel hospitality trade shows and conferences in North America that we believe are worth your time, money, and effort to attend.
NEWH Regional Trade shows
Where it is: Dallas, Texas
When it is: October 9, 2018
Why you don’t want to miss it:
The Network of Executive Women in Hospitality regional trade shows are a great way to network, as well as pick and choose areas of the United States you most want to focus on -- as there are a variety of shows throughout the year to choose from.
For more details on why we loved the show, and highlights that you can expect when you go, check out our post about the NEWH Orlando show.
How to register:
You can use this link to look at future shows and register online for the October 2018 show. We’ll be there too! Be sure to be on the look-out for our booth.
BDNY: A Boutique Design Trade Fair
Where it is: Jacob K. Javits Center, New York, New York
When it is: November 11-12, 2018
Why you don’t want to miss it:
BDNY is all about the latest in hospitality design -- so of course you don’t want to miss it! BDNY promises to connect the most innovative manufacturers with the most impressive designers, all in one place, and it always lives up to the claim.
Not only will you be able to network with higher-ups in the industry, but you will be able to learn about new materials, inventions, textiles, design trends, and more. The combination of exhibition and education offers a uniquely valuable experience.
This year will be our 3rd year exhibiting at BDNY! Stay tuned for specific booth details.
How to register:
You can use this link to register online now!
BITAC Purchasing and Design East
Where it is: Southampton, Bermuda
When it is: July 15, 2018
Why you don’t want to miss it:
The BITAC Purchasing and Design conference is one of the most valuable conferences on this list. Why? It’s 2+ days of education, relationship-building, and uninterrupted private meetings between decision-makers and vendors.
The balance between traditional trade show atmosphere and the unique, personal, networking experiences is what makes this show extra valuable.
The conference also features a lot of educational opportunities to connect on design related trends in the hospitality industry -- making it the ultimate conference for designers.
How to register:
You can use this link to register online now!
Hospitality Industry Expo & Conference (HD Expo)
Where it is: Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, NV
When it is: May 15 -17, 2019
Why you don’t want to miss it:
The HD Expo is one of the largest trade shows in the industry. The show is dedicated to connecting interior designers, architects, developers, specifiers and purchasing firms with the best available project resources. In 2017, “Over 97% of attendees reported finding new products, with many exhibitors selecting HD Expo as their launch pad for new hospitality products and design concepts.”
How to register:
You can use this link to register online now!
