22 Association leaders to know
EXPO has selected an elite group of association show organizers who lead not only some the largest and most influential shows in the United States, but also some of most entrepreneurial, innovative trade shows we know. If you’re looking for a mentor — whether you run an association or for-profit show, look no further. EXPO profiles the who’s who of association shows in 2007.
By Maxine Golding
July/August 2007

Finding investors to bankroll your business
To budding entrepreneurs, private investment can be a blur of angels, venture capital and private equity, with their differing objectives, time horizons, ownership arrangements, management involvement and, yes, cultures. Here’s how to navigate this complex, sophisticated and highly nuanced marketplace.
By Maxine Golding
July/August 2007

Marketwatch: International attendance 
Despite heightened travel restrictions and stricter visa regulations, more than a third of shows expect international attendance to grow in 2007.
By Danica Tormohlen
July/August 2007

Best Practices: Teamwork in transition
Coverings delivers unified message to move international exhibitors to Chicago.
By Cathy Chatfield-Taylor
July/August 2007

Cheat Sheet: Producing green shows
Tips on what you and your suppliers can do to make your show more environmentally friendly.
By Linda C. Chandler
July/August 2007

5-minute interview: Gogi Gupta, IDG
Chief Technology Officer, IDG World Expo
July/August 2007

From the Editor: It’s the little things
By Danica Tormohlen
July/August 2007