Business Testimonials

Industry leaders from around the world agree, Las Vegas is the World's Meeting Place. Here's what they have to say:

"You can be attending the busiest trade show, such as CES, DSE or InfoComm, and if your dinner group expands from 4 to 8, in some cities that would mean trouble. In Vegas, I have my choice of hundreds of ultra-high quality venues that can accommodate most expense account budgets and last-minute changes and requirements. I always have my choice of monorail, shuttle bus or an abundant stream of taxis to get to and from a show at any of the large venues. I can land and be at the convention center in less than 45 minutes, and the security lines at the airport are the fastest I've encountered at any large airport."

Tom Nix
CEO Scala Inc.

"Our first year at World of Concrete was beyond anything we imagined. We left the show with sales, distributors, solid leads, multiple media interviews and valuable connections."

Stuart Johnson
President of Phoenix Curb Machines, speaking about World of Concrete 2012 in Las Vegas

"This was one of the most informative conferences our organization has ever hosted. We are fortunate and grateful for the participation and attendance of so many important business leaders willing to share their experiences and insights."

Marc Rubinstein

President of International Association of Gaming Advisors

"This is the best trade show I've ever seen in Vegas. There were lots of things happening, all kinds of traffic, lots of excitement. We were constantly talking to people, they were happy to see us and we were just as happy to see them."

Carolyn Anderson

President and CEO of SECCES Productions, about IMEX America

"(The show is) very well-run. I think they have an awesome selection of exhibitors, and everyone is very nice. I hope to see it again next year - it can only get better!"

Angelo Gangone 

Executive Vice President Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers, on AWFS Fair 2011.

"We were very happy with the results of this year's fair. As a matter of fact, we had the most exhibitors re-sign (for their 2013 exhibit space) on site, since our show relocated to Las Vegas in 2005, and it appears that we may once again be on the road to growth for 2013." 

Jason Morey

Marketing Manager Bandit Industries

"The (Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade) show was amazing and we will be signing up for next year's show. We received over 280 leads and are so grateful. The owner of the company was there and he was very pleased with the turnout and complimented on how well organized the entire show was."

Susan Montoya

Susan Montoya Frozen Chillers

"Attendees at trade shows in Las Vegas simply spend more time on the trade show floor. These entertainment options prompt visitors to extend their stay in Las Vegas, and that translates into more time on the floor. "

Tony Calanca

Executive Vice President Advanstar Communications, Inc., Darien, Connecticut

"Las Vegas is a premier destination. In fact, he says, in the trade show world, it doesn't get any better than this. Everything-figuratively speaking-is under one roof. There are an almost infinite number of hotel and entertainment options. The quality of restaurants exceeds what you can find almost anywhere else. And the facilities are world-class. "

Tom Rennie

Senior Product Marketing Executive Canon USA

"Las Vegas is a very easy place for us to do business. What matters most, though, is the impression that partners and customers take with them on the flight home. Samsung is dedicated to providing our customers with innovative and quality products backed by unbeatable service. Exciting new products are essential to our work, as is staging them in the most exciting and appealing meeting venue. That's Las Vegas. "

Doug Albregts

Vice President Samsung Enterprise Business Division

"We get a huge benefit in exhibiting at a trade show with so many attendees coming to Las Vegas. It certainly makes the experience worthwhile. "

Rick Fox

CEO FOX IV Technologies

"In my experience, Las Vegas is the perfect conference destination for company builders. With great restaurants, unique hotels and exceptional entertainment, Vegas provides a variety of facilities, amenities, travel options and price ranges that help manage my top and bottom lines. Las Vegas offers the best atmosphere to get business done and celebrate your success - all in one place. "

Bonnie Laiderman

President Veternas Home Care, LLC

"People come to Las Vegas expecting fun which is the true reason meetings there are so successful. Las Vegas is a premier global attraction, yet it's also the easiest, most effective place to hold a meeting that I know..."

Jim Bazet

Chairman and CEO Cobra Electronics

"Las Vegas was great for our meeting and the turnout was more than 90 percent since most people wanted to go there. The event was a success."

Dr. Robert Niecestro

Consultant Keryx Biopharmaceuticals

"Digital Signage Expo 2010, held in Las Vegas in February, had its largest attendance to date with 4,979 attendees including exhibitors. This is up 21% versus 2009. Equally important, we had our highest quality attendance including all-important end users of digital signage, up 44% from 2009. Based on our day-to-day attendance stats, we also believe they stayed longer than 2009. In addition, we had 778 (15.6%) foreign visitors from 59 countries, another record for DSE. Canada was number one, but we had strong attendance from many other parts of the world."

Angelo Varrone

CEO ExpoNation LLC

"Thank you so very much ARIA and MGM Mirage for hosting the 2010 Annual Business Conference for HelmsBriscoe. Walking into the ARIA Resort & Casino, in the new $8.5 billion City Center complex in Las Vegas, is amazing. What stands out is not the casino but the breathtaking design, art, architecture, its shimmering cascades of curving glass and artful angles, iconic designs of metal and stone, art collections, the fact that this place is really awesome. Wednesday evening we had the amazing Opening Welcome Reception & Dinner at the beautiful Caesar's Palace, with Julius Caesar, Cleopatra, and all the Knights welcoming us. The Hilton Worldwide Dinner started with a delightful reception with delicious appetizers and cocktails. The seated dinner to kick off our ABC conference was delightful, delicious and the presentation was the BEST. I Validate you!"

Sue Wilcynski

Manager, Global Accounts HelmsBriscoe

"Las Vegas offers one of the very best incentive destinations in the United States. Our qualifiers absolutely love to visit this destination and working hard to win a Las Vegas incentive is good for our business too! Las Vegas sells itself and the promotional support of LVCVA is outstanding which allows us to frame the best promotional teasers to keep the sales momentum going. We have found the entertainment, customer experience, food & beverage choices to be first rate and one of the best values on the planet."

Mark Mosley

Division Manager - Texas Region Allstate Insurance Company

"Our global system of franchisees represents over 50 countries, so our convention destination selection has to be a winner. Given the nature of Las Vegas as a world-class meeting and events city, travel hub and entertainment mecca, we will continue hosting our best customers and suppliers there on a regular basis. Our attendees come to our conferences for many reasons, Las Vegas covers all bases."

Dave Masterson

Chief Technology Officer/World Expo Chairperson United Franchise Group

"We had a terrific Las Vegas show; there are definitely signs of an increase in business as many retail stores that we deal with were buying, and buying with great confidence."

Jeff Cohen

Jeff Cohen N. Green & Sons

"The (Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade) show was awesome! I plan to make it an ongoing part of my company's marketing plan to exhibit at your show every year going forward. The show was a tremendous experience and it was very gratifying and successful on many levels for me and my dawning company. I met several distributors and retailers that want to take on my vodka."

Robert Reagan

Robert Reagan Vlixir Beverage Company

"We return every year to learn about new products, reconnect with our favorite vendors and have a great time! The amount and variety of products and services on the trade show floor is overwhelming - in a good way."

Michael Roussin

Owner Sommelier Bacchus Bartending (Salt Lake City)