VisitPITTSBURGH to Host New Midsize Show Roundtable by Lippman Connects
August 24, 2022
Lippman Connects, producer of information-sharing and networking experiences for the convention and exhibition industry, added to its portfolio the Midsize Show Roundtable (MSR), set to take place Nov. 17 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh.
MSR will be an information-sharing and networking event for executives, directors, show managers, marketing managers, sales managers and department managers making decisions for shows with less than 125,000 net square feet of exhibit space.
The event will include a networking reception and dinner on Nov. 16, and the next morning, MSR attendees will meet for breakfast and a keynote address by an industry expert. The agenda will feature frank discussions facilitated by Sam Lippman, president of Lippman Connects, and will cover management, marketing, sales and show operations. A complimentary room night and all meals are included.
Participants will also receive a copy of the Best Practices Research Report, prepared by Lippman Connects and Evolio Marketing.
According to Andrew Ortale, chief sales officer for VisitPITTSBURGH, the CVB is supporting MSR because helping midsize shows prosper and grow is one of the organization’s missions.
“I attended Lippman Connects events when I was a show organizer, so I know that midsize shows will greatly benefit from having their own roundtable,” Ortale said.
VisitPITTSBURGH is the ideal host sponsor for MSR because Ortale and his team thoroughly understand the needs and concerns of midsize shows, according to Lippman.
“They will bring extensive knowledge to the MSR experience,” Lippman said.
The roster of sponsors also includes Evolio Marketing, EXPOCAD, GES, mdg, a Freeman Company, Naylor Association Solutions and Trade Show News Network (TSNN).
Lippman Connects Roundtables are a series of events set in several U.S. locations that focus on attendee acquisition, exhibit sales, midsize shows and large shows. The portfolio includes Exhibition and Convention Executives Forum, Attendee Acquisition Roundtable, Exhibit Sales Roundtable, Midsize Show Roundtable, Large Show Roundtable and Digital Summit.
All in-person Lippman Connects Roundtables are limited to 30 participants each to maximize peer-to-peer information exchange and are designed to offer key benchmarks, trends, data and other insights, while allowing attendees to network, make valuable career contacts and exchange best practices.
To learn more about Lippman Connects roundtables and register for MSR or other events, go here.
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Partner Voices
Overview:
The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality.
In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.
“We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.”
Amenities:
The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.
The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience
The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need.
Gold Key Members
The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events.
OCCC Events:
This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.
The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:
AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023
200,000 Attendees
$257 Million in Economic Impact
MEGACON 2023
160,000 Attendees
$205 Million in Economic Impact
Open Championship Series 2023
69,500 Attendees
$89 Million in Economic Impact
Sunshine Classic 2023
42,000 Attendees
$54 Million in Economic Impact
Premiere Orlando 2023
42,000 Attendees
$108 Million in Economic Impact
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