Calendar of Industry Events

A comprehensive listing of industry related events, including trade shows, seminars, conferences, and expos. Click on a section in the table of contents to view current listings.

BUSINESS ON THE INTERNET

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• Employee Services Management Association Annual Conference and Exhibit titled Employee Services: Practical Solutions to Work/Life Issues sponsored by The Employee Services Management Association. This event takes place May 7-10, 2006, at The Tradewinds Island Grand Beach Resort, St. Pete Beach, FL. Contact The Employee Services Management Association at 630-559-0020; fax: 630-559-0025. http://www.esmassn.org. 
  
  
• ICSA Annual Conference & Solutions Fair sponsored by the Inernational Customer Service Association is an annual conference that focuses on customer service management, education, networking and technology. The 2006 date and location will be announced shortly. Contact the International Customer Service Association at 800-360-4272 or 312-321-6800. http://www.icsa.com.
  
  
• Internet Telephony Conference & Expo sponsored by Technology Marketing Corporation; brings together the key players providing products and services for the voice and date communications market. This event will be held January 23-26, 2007, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Contact Technology Marketing Corporation at 800-243-6002 or 203-852-6800; fax: 203-853-2845. http://www.tmcnet.com.
  
  
• The Motivation Show includes the Incentive Travel and Meetings Executives Show (IT&ME) and the National Premium Incentive Show (NP/IS).  Educational sessions cover consumer premiums, employee incentive awards, incentive travel, and performance improvement. This event takes place Sept. 26-28, 2006, at McCormick Place South, Chicago, IL; Contact at 800-752-6312 or 630-434-1216. http://www.motivationshow.com
  
  
• The New York Incentive, Rewards and Recognition Expo and Conference: the brands show has more than 200 exhibitors, including leading brands, performance improvement, and incentive companies specializing in building brands through people and rewards, incentive, and recognition strategies. Educational sessions include case studies, what's hot in leading brand categories, and paid seminars on the link between people and brands. This event takes place May 30-31, 2007, at the New York Sheraton Towers & Suites, New York, NY; Contact at 914-591-7600. http://www.nyirr.com.
  
  
• SOCAP Annual Conference addresses key issues and developments in the consumer affairs/customer service arena. This event is sponsored by the Society of Consumer Affairs and the next symposium takes place May 7-10, 2006, at the JW Marriott Hotel, Washington, DC. Contact the Society of Consumer Affairs at 703-519-3700; fax: 703-549-4886. http://www.socap.org/.
  
  
• National Conference on Operations and Fulfillment, sponsored by the Direct Marketing Association, is an event that features a large number of seminars and exhibitors. A complete attendance brochure can be requested at their web site, and will be sent when available.  This event takes place April 9-12, 2006, at Disney's Coronado Spring Resort, Orlando, FL. Contact at 330-425-9330; fax: 330-963-0319. http://www.ncof.com/.

DIRECT MARKETING

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• Annual Catalog Conference is co-sponsored by the Direct Marketing Association and Catalog Age Magazine. Industry statistics are presented at the catalog industry's largest conference and exhibition. This conference will be held May 8-10, 2006, in Chicago, IL. Contact at 800-559-0620 or 203-358-9900. http://www.catalogconference.com.
  
  
• Direct Marketing...The Key to E-Commerce Success. The annual marketing conference and exposition of Direct Marketing Days includes sessions on Internet marketing basics, affiliate marketing, e-mail lists, e-mail marketing, and targeting on the Internet. This event will take place June 20-22, 2006, at the Jacob Javits Center, New York, NY; Contact at 212-790-1500; fax: 212-302-7643. http://www.dmdays.com.
  
  
• Business to Business Marketing Conference, sponsored by Direct Marketing Association, is an event for marketers selling to business, and offers workshops and resources on this fast-growing area of marketing to business. This event takes place April 19-21, 2006, at the Omni Orlando Resort, ChampionsGate, FL; Contact Direct Marketing Association at 800-927-5007 or 212-768-7277; fax: 212-302-6714. http://www.the-dma.org. 
  
  
• The DMA's Annual Conference & Exhibition, now called DMA'06, is sponsored by the Direct Marketing Association and highlights all that is new in the world of direct marketing: products, services, and media. It will be held October 14-18, 2006, in San Francisco, CA; Contact the Direct Marketing Association at 800-927-5007 or 212-768-7277; fax: 212-302-6714. http://www.the-dma.org.
  
  
• National Center for Database Marketing Conference is a biannual event. In the Summer 2006 it will take place place July 11-13, 2006, in Chicago, IL; and the Winter 2006 date and location will be announced shortly. Contact at 800-559-0620. Go to http://www.ncdmwinter.com/ for winter events and http://www.ncdmsummer.com/ for summer events.

EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION

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• World at Work's 48th Annual Conference offers three days of sessions that address many issues related to incentives and reward practices. An entire track of programs is devoted to rewards and recognition. This event takes place May 7-10, 2006, at the Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA; Contact World at Work at 480-922-2020; fax: 866-816-2962. http://www.worldatwork.org/.
  
  
• The New York Incentive, Rewards and Recognition Expo and Conference: the brands show has more than 200 exhibitors, including leading brands, performance improvement, and incentive companies specializing in building brands through people and rewards, incentive, and recognition strategies. Educational sessions include case studies, what's hot in leading brand categories, and paid seminars on the link between people and brands. This event takes place May 30-31, 2007, at the New York Sheraton Towers & Suites, New York, NY; Contact at 914-591-7600. http://www.nyirr.com

EVENT MARKETING

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• ASAE Annual Meeting and Exposition. The community's premier event, sponsored by the American Society of Association Executives, is made up of a rich exchange of fresh ideas, success stories, proven practices, and solutions to new challenges. Join other association professionals this summer in an effort to move our industry in new and exciting directions. Events include educational sessions, tours, and networking opportunities. This event takes place August 19-22, 2006, at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Boston, MA;  Contact the American Society of Association Executives at 888-950-2723 or 202-371-0940; fax: 202-371-8315. http://www.asaenet.org.
  
  
• Conference For Professional Development (ISES Event World 2006) is an annual conference sponsored by International Special Events Society. This conference will take place August 24-26, 2006, at the Sheraton Waikiki, Honolulu,HI; Contact the International Special Events Society at 800-688-4737 or 312-321-6853; fax: 312-673-6953. http://www.ises.com.
  
  
• The Exhibitor Show sponsored by Exhibitor magazine, The National Conference for Trade Show, and Event Marketing Professionals, is a five-day educational event combined with a trade show featuring the latest products and resources shaping the future of exhibiting and event programs. Anyone who is responsible for planning, managing or implementing any part of an organization's trade show or event marketing function should attend. The conference takes place March 5-9, 2006, and the exhibition is March 6-8, 2006, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV; Contact at 507-289-6556 or 888-235-6155; fax: 507-289-5253. http://www.exhibitornet.com.
  
  
• 23rd Annual IEG Sponsorship Conference is a key show in event marketing. Speakers are industry leaders and marketing executives from major corporations. This event takes place March 12-15, 2006, at the Hilton Chicago, Chicago, IL; Contact IEG at 800-834-4850 or 312-944-1727; fax: 312-944-1897.  http://www.sponsorship.com.
  
  
• MPI Professional Education Conference (PEC). This event, sponsored by Meetings Professional International, focuses on current developments affecting MPI and its members, including economic, political, and social trends. PEC North America 2007 takes place January 21-23, 2007, in New Orleans, LA; PEC Europe 2006 takes place March 26-28, 2006 in Davos, Switzerland; The World Education Congress takes place July 9-11, 2006, in Dallas Texas; Contact Meetings Professional International at 972-702-3000; fax: 972-702-3000. http://www.mpiweb.org.
  
  
• PCMA Annual Meeting. This event, sponsored by Professional Convention Management Association, will take place January 7-10, 2007, in Toronto, Canada; Contact Professional Convention Management Association at 877-827-7262 or 312-423-7262; fax: 312-423-7222. http://www.pcma.org.
  
  
• Promo Expo 2006, sponsored by Promo magazine, includes exhibits as well as seminars on the latest trends in sales promotion. This event takes place October 10-12, 2006, at the Navy Pier, Chicago,IL; Contact Promo Magazine at 800-927-5007 or 203-358-3751. http://www.promoexpo.com/.
  

• The Special Event is an international trade show and conference sponsored by Special Events magazine for event professionals. The exhibit hall is January 10-12, with conferences January 9-12, 2007 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA;  Call 800-288-8606, ext. 3159. http://www.specialevents.com.
  

• The PMA Annual Conference, titled Branding 360- Activating Innovation. This conference, sponsored by the Promotion Marketing Association, Inc., focuses on all aspects of entertainment marketing and is a must for anybody trying to get to know the field. This event will take place March 8-9, 2006, at The Hyatt Regency Hotel, Chicago, IL; Contact the Promotion Marketing Association, Inc, at 212-420-1100; fax: 212-533-7622. http://www.pmalink.org.
  
  
• TS2, the trade show about trade shows, is sponsored by the Trade Show Exhibitors Association. It's the largest, most dynamic trade show and conference for the exhibits and events industry. This event takes place on July 25-27, 2006, at McCormick Place, Chicago, IL; Contact the Trade Show Exhibitors Association.at 800-687-7469 ext. 242. http://www.tsea.org.

GENERAL

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• Conference for Professional Development (ISES Event World 2006) is an annual conference sponsored by International Special Events Society. This conference takes place August 24-26, 2006, at the Sheraton Waikiki, Honolulu,HI; Contact the International Special Events Society at 800-688-4737 or 312-321-6853; fax: 312-673-6953. http://www.ises.com.
  
  
• 23rd Annual IEG Sponsorship Conference is a key show in event marketing. Speakers are industry leaders and marketing executives from major corporations. This event takes place March 12-15, 2006, at the Hilton Chicago, Chicago, IL; Contact IEG at 800-834-4850 or 312-944-1727; fax: 312-944-1897. http://www.sponsorship.com.
  
  
• Promo Expo 2006, sponsored by Promo magazine, includes exhibits as well as seminars on the latest trends in sales promotion. This event takes place October 10-12, 2006, at the Navy Pier, Chicago,IL; Contact Promo Magazine at 800-927-5007 or 203-358-3751. http://www.promoexpo.com/.
  
  
• Basics of Promotion Marketing Seminar is a series of seminars, sponsored by Promotion Marketing Association Inc., designed to help those entering the field understand the basics of promotional marketing. This event will take place June 21-22, 2006, at Club Quarters, Chicago, IL; Contact Promotion Marketing Association Inc. at 212-420-1100; fax: 212-533-7622. http://www.pmalink.org.
  
  
• The Special Event is an international trade show and conference sponsored by Special Events magazine for event professionals. The exhibit hall is January 10-12, with conferences January 9-12, 2007 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA;  Call 800-288-8606, ext. 3159. http://www.specialevents.com.
  
  
• Update Conference, sponsored by Promotion Marketing Association, will focus on emerging consumer segments, channels of distribution, and promotion strategies and technologies. This event takes place March 8-9, 2006, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Chicago, IL; Contact the Promotion Marketing Association at 212-420-1100; fax 212-533-7622. http://www.pmalink.org/.

GOLF MEETINGS

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• The Motivation Show includes the Incentive Travel and Meetings Executives Show (IT&ME) and the National Premium Incentive Show (NP/IS).  Educational sessions cover consumer premiums, employee incentive awards, incentive travel, and performance improvement. Many of the merchandise vendors specialize in golf products. This event takes place Sept. 26-28, 2006, at McCormick Place South, Chicago, IL; Contact at 800-752-6312 or 630-434-1216. http://www.motivationshow.com.
  

• PGA Fall Expo, sponsored by the Professional Golfers Association, is an event that transcends a traditional trade show, including education and panel discussions for buyers and retailers, as well as hands-on demonstration areas and hundreds of exhibitors. This event takes place September 13-14, 2006, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas,NV; Contact at 800-840-5628; fax:203-840-9628. http://www.pgaexpo.com.
  
  
• PGA Merchandise Show 2005. The world's largest golf products exposition,sponsored by the Professional Golfers Association, will take place January 25-26, 2007, at the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL; Contact at 800-840-5628; fax:203-840-9628. http://www.pgaexpo.com/.

INCENTIVE TRAVEL

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• European Incentive & Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition (EIBTM) is the second largest incentive travel exhibition in the world. Although held in Europe, it is attended by many U.S. incentive travel buyers who use foreign destinations. Executives at major companies that use incentive travel might qualify for a special hosted buyer program that helps defray some of the travel costs. This event takes place November 28-30, 2006 at the Fira Gran Via, Montjuic 2, Barcelona, Spain. Contact at +44 (0)121 252 4043. http://www.eibtm.com/.
  
  
• Incentive Travel & Conventions Meetings Asia (IT&CMA) includes a hosted program for qualified incentive travel and meetings buyers. This event takes place October 10-12, 2006 at the Pattaya Exhibition & Convention Hall Pattaya, Thailand. Contact at 65-6395-7575. http://www.itcma.com.sg
  
  
• The Motivation Show includes the Incentive Travel and Meeting Executives Show (ITME), which is probably the world's largest exhibition of its type with over 1,000 exhibitors from around the world. There is no other show in the U.S. for someone planning an incentive travel program. This event takes place Sept. 26-28, 2006, at McCormick Place South, Chicago, IL; Contact at 800-752-6312 or 630-434-1216. http://www.motivationshow.com.
  
  
• The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives (SITE) International Conference takes place November 30- December 3, 2006, in Barcelona, Spain; also, December 6-9, 2007, in Monterray, CA;  Contact The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives at 312-321-5148; fax: 312-527-6783. http://www.site-intl.org.
  
  
• IMEX, the worldwide exhibition for incentive travel, meetings,and events incorporating the Meeting Made in Germany Convention. This event takes place May 30-June 1, 2006 at Hall 8, Messe Frankfurt, Germany; also, April 17-19, 2007 at Hall 8, Messe Frankfurt; Contact at +44 1273 22 7311; fax: +44 1273 22 7312. http://www.imex-frankfurt.com/. 

INCENTIVES

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• American International Toy Fair, the toy manufacturers' trade show, takes place February 12-15, 2006 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, NY;. Contact at 212-675-1141; fax: 212-633-1429. http://www.toy-tma.com.
  
  
• BookExpo America is publishing's biggest showcase and the best place to get ideas on the latest trends in books. This event takes place May 19-21, 2006, at the Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC; Contact at 800-840-5614 or 203-840-5614. http://bookexpo.reedexpo.com.
  
  
• Employee Services Management Association Annual Conference and Exhibit titled Employee Services: Practical Solutions to Work/Life Issues sponsored by The Employee Services Management Association. This event takes place May 7-10, 2006, at The Tradewinds Island Grand Beach Resort, St. Pete Beach, FL. Contact The Employee Services Management Association at 630-559-0020; fax: 630-559-0025. http://www.esmassn.org.
  
  
• IMRA's Annual Membership Meeting & Conference, sponsored by Incentive Manufacturers and Representatives Alliance, takes place March 26-30, 2006, at the Westin Resort, Hilton Head Island, SC;  Contact Incentive Manufacturers and Representatives Alliance at 630-369-7786. http://www.imra1.org.
  
  
• MAGIC International held twice a year is the largest retail show in the garment industry. More than 1,500 companies exhibit, and corporate sales personnel from every major U.S. apparel manufacturer are on hand. This event takes place February 21-24, 2006, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV; Contact at 818-593-5000; fax: 818-593-5020.  http://www.magiconline.com
  
  
• The Motivation Show, which includes the National Premium/ Incentive Show, includes over 2,000 exhibitors of merchandise, travel, business gifts, and ad specialties. This event takes place Sept. 26-28, 2006, at McCormick Place South, Chicago, IL; Contact at 800-752-6312 or 630-434-1216. http://www.motivationshow.com.
  
  
• The New York Incentive, Rewards and Recognition Expo and Conference: the brands show has more than 200 exhibitors, including leading brands, performance improvement, and incentive companies specializing in building brands through people and rewards, incentive, and recognition strategies. Educational sessions include case studies, what's hot in leading brand categories, and paid seminars on the link between people and brands. This event takes place May 30-31, 2007, at the New York Sheraton Towers & Suites, New York, NY; Contact at 914-591-7600. http://www.nyirr.com
  
  
• Promo Marketing Conference & Expo 2006, sponsored by Promo magazine, includes exhibits as well as seminars on the latest trends in sales promotion. This event takes place October 10-12, 2006, at the Navy Pier, Chicago,IL; Contact Promo Magazine at 800-927-5007 or 203-358-3751. http://www.promomagazine.com.
  
  

MARKET RESEARCH

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• American Marketing Association Annual Conference on Market Research. This annual event attracts several hundred marketing research practitioners. Presentations include general session strategic topics and concurrent session case studies. Program includes presentation of the prestigious Charles Coolidge Parlin Award for a body of work in marketing research. An extensive exhibit hall provides an opportunity for attendees to learn what's current in research products and services. Multiple networking opportunities are included. This event takes place September 10-13, 2006 at the Sheraton Hotels and Towers, Chicago, IL; Contact American Marketing Association at 800-AMA-1150. http://www.marketingpower.com.
  
  
• Council of American Survey Research Organizations (CASRO) 31st Annual Conference takes place October 18-20, 2006 at The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey, CA;. Contact Council of American Survey Research Organizations at 631-928-6954; fax: 631-928-6041. http://www.casro.org.
  
  
• Marketing Research Association's 48th Annual Conference takes place June 14-16, 2006, at the JW Marriott, Washington, DC; Contact the Marketing Research Association at 860-682-1000; fax: 860-682-1010. http://www.mra-net.org
  
  

MARKETING STRATEGIES

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• AHAA's 20th Semi-Annual Conference, sponsored by the Association of Hispanic Advertising Agencies, takes place April 5-7, 2006, at the Hyatt Century Plaza Hotel, Los Angeles, CA; Contact the Association of Hispanic Advertising Agencies at 703-610-9014. http://www.ahaa.org.
  
  
• American Marketing Association (AMA) serves marketing and research executives as well as sales, advertising, and promotion people. It holds conferences and provides information on all aspects of marketing, including new product launches. The AMA Marketing Workshop takes place March 13-16, 2006, at the Hyatt Regency Austin, Austin, TX; also, October 23-26, 2006, at the Sheraton San Diego San Diego,CA. The AMA Marketing Boot Camp has many dates and locations scheduled February 9-10, 2006, in Covington, KY; February 16-17, 2006, in San Francisco, CA; March 9-10, 2006, in Boston, MA; March 30-31, 2006, in Philadelphia, PA; Contact AMA at 800-AMA-1150 or 312-542-9000; fax: 312-542-9001.  http://www.marketingpower.com
  
  
• Conference For Professional Development (ISES Event World 2006) is an annual conference sponsored by International Special Events Society. This conference takes place August 24-26, 2006, at the Sheraton Waikiki, Honolulu,HI; Contact the International Special Events Society at 800-688-4737 or 312-321-6853; fax: 312-673-6953. http://www.ises.com.
  
  
• The DMA's Annual Conference and Exhibition, now called DMA'06, sponsored by the Direct Marketing Association, is the largest direct marketing show. Includes a full floor of exhibits as well as professional seminars. This event takes place October 14-18, 2006, in San Francisco, CA; Contact the Direct Marketing Association at 800-927-5007 or 212-768-7277; fax: 212-302-6714. http://www.the-dma.org.
  
  
• 12th Annual Marketing to U.S. Hispanics and Latin Americans Conference. For the latest and most successful strategies in winning over the growing U.S. Hispanic market and new markets in Latin America, sponsored by the Strategic Research Institute. This event will take place January 29-31, 2006, at The Wyndham Miami Beach Resort, Miama Beach, FL; Contact Strategic Research Institute at 212-967-0095. http://www.srinstitute.com.
  
  
• The Exhibitor Show sponsored by Exhibitor magazine, The National Conference for Trade Show, and Event Marketing Professionals, is a five-day educational event combined with a trade show featuring the latest products and resources shaping the future of exhibiting and event programs. Anyone who is responsible for planning, managing or implementing any part of an organization's trade show or event marketing function should attend. The conference takes place March 5-9, 2006, and the exhibition is March 6-8, 2006, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV; Contact at 507-289-6556 or 888-235-6155; fax: 507-289-5253. http://www.exhibitornet.com.
  
  
• 23rd Annual IEG Sponsorship Conference is a key show in event marketing. Speakers are industry leaders and marketing executives from major corporations. This event takes place March 12-15, 2006, at the Hilton Chicago, Chicago, IL; Contact IEG at 800-834-4850 or 312-944-1727; fax: 312-944-1897.  http://www.sponsorship.com.

• The Motivation Show, includes the National Premium Incentive Show(NP/IS). It is the world's largest exhibition of incentive products and services. Its education program covers many aspects of promotion marketing. This event takes place Sept. 26-28, 2006, at McCormick Place South, Chicago IL; Contact at 800-752-6312 or 630-434-1216. http://www.motivationshow.com.
  
  
• NPD 11th Annual Strategic & Operational  Portfolio Management. Developing and managing a portfolio of New Product Development projects is at the heart of a successful business. This in-depth seminar will teach you key approaches to NPD Pipeline and Portfolio Management and enable you to optimize your organization’s results. This event takes place February 27- March 1, 2006, at the Hyatt Regency Pier 66, Fort Lauderdale, FL; Contact New Product Development at 888-670-8200. http://www.iirusa.com.
  
  
• The New York Incentive, Rewards and Recognition Expo and Conference: the brands show has more than 200 exhibitors, including leading brands, performance improvement, and incentive companies specializing in building brands through people and rewards, incentive, and recognition strategies. Educational sessions include case studies, what's hot in leading brand categories, and paid seminars on the link between people and brands. This event takes place May 30-31, 2007, at the New York Sheraton Towers & Suites, New York, NY; Contact at 914-591-7600.  http://www.nyirr.com .
  
  
• Promo Marketing Conference & Expo 2006, sponsored by Promo magazine, includes exhibits as well as seminars on the latest trends in sales promotion. This event takes place October 10-12, 2006, at the Navy Pier, Chicago,IL; Contact Promo Magazine at 800-927-5007 or 203-358-3751. http://www.promoexpo.com/.
  
  
• Basics of Promotion Marketing Seminar, is a series of seminars sponsored by Promotion Marketing Association, Inc. This event takes place January 31-February 1, 2006, at Club Quarters, Chicago, IL; also, June 21-22, 2006, at Club Quarters, Chicago, IL; Contact Promotion Marketing Association, Inc. at 212-420-1100; fax: 212-533-7622. http://www.pmalink.org.
  
  
• The Special Event is an international trade show and conference sponsored by Special Events magazine for event professionals. The exhibit hall is January 10-12, with conferences January 9-12, 2007 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA;  Call 800-288-8606, ext. 3159. http://www.specialevents.com.
  
  
• TS2, the trade show about trade shows, is sponsored by the Trade Show Exhibitors Association. It's the largest, most dynamic trade show and conference for the exhibits and events industry. This event takes place on July 25-27, 2006, at McCormick Place, Chicago, IL; Contact the Trade Show Exhibitors Association at 800-687-7469 ext. 242. http://www.tsea.org.
  
  
• The PMA Annual Conference, titled Branding 360- Activating Innovation. This conference, sponsored by the Promotion Marketing Association, Inc., focuses on all aspects of entertainment marketing and is a must for anybody trying to get to know the field. This event will take place March 8-9, 2006, at The Hyatt Regency Hotel, Chicago, IL; Contact the Promotion Marketing Association, Inc, at 212-420-1100; fax: 212-533-7622. http://www.pmalink.org/.

• ASAE Annual Meeting and Exposition. The community's premier event, sponsored by the American Society of Association Executives, is made up of a rich exchange of fresh ideas, success stories, proven practices, and solutions to new challenges. Join other association professionals this summer in an effort to move our industry in new and exciting directions. Events include educational sessions, tours, and networking opportunities. This event takes place August 19-22, 2006, at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Boston, MA;  Contact the American Society of Association Executives at 888-950-2723 or 202-371-0940; fax: 202-371-8315.  http://www.asaenet.org/. 
  
  
• European Incentive & Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition (EIBTM) is the second largest incentive travel exhibition in the world. Although held in Europe, it is attended by many U.S. incentive travel buyers who use foreign destinations. Executives at major companies that use incentive travel might qualify for a special hosted buyer program that helps defray some of the travel costs. This event takes place November 28-30, 2006 at the Fira Gran Via, Montjuic 2, Barcelona, Spain. Contact at +44 (0)121 252 4043.  http://www.eibtm.com.
  
  
• Meeting Professionals International World Education Congress. This event, sponsored by Meetings Professional International, focuses on current developments affecting MPI and its members, including economic, political, and social trends. This event takes place July 9-11, 2006, in Dallas, TX; ; Contact Meetings Professional International at 972-702-3000; fax: 972-702-3000. http://www.mpiweb.org.
  
  
• The Motivation Show includes the Incentive Travel and Meetings Executives Show (IT&ME) and the National Premium Incentive Show (NP/IS).  Educational sessions cover consumer premiums, employee incentive awards, incentive travel, and performance improvement. This event takes place Sept. 26-28, 2006, at McCormick Place South, Chicago, IL; Contact at 800-752-6312 or 630-434-1216.  http://www.motivationshow.com.
  
  
• The New York Incentive, Rewards and Recognition Expo and Conference: the brands show has more than 200 exhibitors, including leading brands, performance improvement, and incentive companies specializing in building brands through people and rewards, incentive, and recognition strategies. Educational sessions include case studies, what's hot in leading brand categories, and paid seminars on the link between people and brands. This event takes place May 30-31, 2007, at the New York Sheraton Towers & Suites, New York, NY; Contact at 914-591-7600.  http://www.nyirr.com .

• Professional Convention Management Association Annual Meeting This event takes placeJanuary 7-10, 2007, in Toronto, Canada. Contact Professional Convention Management Association at 877-827-7262 or 312-423-7262; fax: 312-423-7222. http://www.pcma.org/.

• Asia Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo. This annual meeting includes a trade show. This expo takes place June 6-7, 2006, at the Melbourne Exhibiton Center, Melbourne, Australia.  Contact at +61 3 9598 5521; fax: 61 3 9598 5533. http://www.aime.com.au.
  
  
• European Incentive & Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition (EIBTM) is the second largest incentive travel exhibition in the world. Although held in Europe, it is attended by many U.S. incentive travel buyers who use foreign destinations. Executives at major companies that use incentive travel might qualify for a special hosted buyer program that helps defray some of the travel costs. This event takes place November 28-30, 2006 at the Fira Gran Via, Montjuic 2, Barcelona, Spain. Contact at +44 (0)121 252 4043. http://www.eibtm.com/.
  
  
• Holiday Showcase, produced by the Association Forum of Chicagoland, a local branch of the American Society of Association Executives. This event takes place December 12, 2006, at the Hyatt Regency, Chicago, IL; Contact at  312-236-2288. http://www.holidayshowcase.org
  
  
• Meeting Professionals International World Education Congress. This event, sponsored by Meetings Professional International, focuses on current developments affecting MPI and its members, including economic, political, and social trends. This event takes place July 9-11, 2006, in Dallas, TX; ; Contact Meetings Professional International at 972-702-3000; fax: 972-702-3000. http://www.mpiweb.org.
  
  
• The Motivation Show includes the Incentive Travel and Meetings Executives Show, which is probably the world's largest exhibition of its type with over 1,000 exhibitors from around the world. There is no other show in the US for someone planning an incentive travel program. This event takes place Sept. 26-28, 2006, at McCormick Place South, Chicago, IL; Contact at 800-752-6312 or 630-434-1216.  http://www.motivationshow.com.
  
  
• The RCMA 34^th Annual World Conference & Exposition, produced by the Religious Conference Management Association, is held yearly. This event takes place January 31-February 3, 2006, in San Jose, CA; also, January 30-February 2, 2007 in Louisville, KY; Contact the Religious Conference Management Association  at 317-632-1888; fax: 317-632-7909. http://www.rcmaweb.org.
  
  
• The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives (SITE) International Conference takes place November 30- December 3, 2006, in Barcelona, Spain; also, December 6-9, 2007, in Monterray, CA;  Contact The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives at 312-321-5148; fax: 312-527-6783. http://www.site-intl.org/.

• European Incentive & Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition (EIBTM) is the second largest incentive travel exhibition in the world. Although held in Europe, it is attended by many U.S. incentive travel buyers who use foreign destinations. Executives at major companies that use incentive travel might qualify for a special hosted buyer program that helps defray some of the travel costs. This event takes place November 28-30, 2006 at the Fira Gran Via, Montjuic 2, Barcelona, Spain. Contact at +44 (0)121 252 4043. http://www.eibtm.com/.

• IMRA's Annual Membership Meeting & Conference, sponsored by Incentive Manufacturers and Representatives Alliance, takes place March 26-30, 2006, at the Westin Resort, Hilton Head Island,SC;  Contact Incentive Manufacturers and Representatives Alliance at 630-369-7786. http://www.imra1.org.
  
  
• Incentive Travel & Conventions Meetings Asia (IT&CMA) includes a hosted program for qualified incentive travel and meetings buyers. This event takes place October 10-12, 2006 at the Pattaya Exhibition & Convention Hall, Pattaya, Thailand. Contact at 65-6395-7575.  http://www.itcma.com.sg
  
  
• The Motivation Show, which includes the National Premium Incentive Show and the Incentive Travel & Meeting Executives Show, includes more than 2,000 exhibitors of merchandise, travel, business gifts, and ad specialties.. There is no other show in the U.S. for someone planning an incentive travel program. This event takes place Sept. 26-28, 2006, at McCormick Place South, Chicago, IL; Contact at 800-752-6312 or 630-434-1216. http://www.motivationshow.com.
  
  
• Meeting Professionals International World Education Congress. This event, sponsored by Meetings Professional International, focuses on current developments affecting MPI and its members, including economic, political, and social trends. This event takes place July 9-11, 2006, in Dallas, TX; ; Contact Meetings Professional International at 972-702-3000; fax: 972-702-3000. http://www.mpi.org.

• The New York Incentive, Rewards and Recognition Expo and Conference: the brands show has more than 200 exhibitors, including leading brands, performance improvement, and incentive companies specializing in building brands through people and rewards, incentive, and recognition strategies. Educational sessions include case studies, what's hot in leading brand categories, and paid seminars on the link between people and brands. This event takes place May 30-31, 2007, at the New York Sheraton Towers & Suites, New York, NY; Contact at 914-591-7600.  http://www.nyirr.com .
  
  
• The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives (SITE) International Conference takes place November 30- December 3, 2006, in Barcelona, Spain; also, December 6-9, 2007, in Monterray, CA;  Contact The Society of Incentive & Travel Executives at 312-321-5148; fax: 312-527-6783. http://www.site-intl.org/.

• Promo Marketing Conference & Expo 2006, sponsored by Promo magazine, includes exhibits as well as seminars on the latest trends in sales promotion. This event takes place October 10-12, 2006, at the Navy Pier, Chicago,IL; Contact Promo Magazine at 800-927-5007 or 203-358-3751. http://www.promoexpo.com/.
  
  
• The PMA Annual Conference, titled Branding 360-Activating Innovation sponsored by the Promotion Marketing Association, covers current trends in sales promotion. This event will take place March 8-9, 2006, at The Hyatt Regency Hotel, Chicago, IL; Contact the Promotion Marketing Association, Inc, at 212-420-1100; fax: 212-533-7622. http://www.pmalink.org.
  
  
• Supermarket Promotion Show, sponsored by the Association of Retail Marketing Services, this event takes place March 11-13, 2006, at McCormick Place North, Chicago, IL; Contact the Association Retail Marketing Services at 732-842-5070; fax: 732-219-1938. http://www.goarms.com/.

• Business to Business Marketing Conference sponsored by Direct Marketing Association, is an event for marketers selling to business, and offers workshops and resources on this fast-growing area of marketing to business. This event takes place April 19-21, 2006, at the Omni Orlando Resort, ChampionsGate, FL; Contact Direct Marketing Association at 800-927-5007 or 212-768-7277; fax: 212-302-6714.  http://www.the-dma.org.
  
  
• Annual Catalog Conference and Exhibition has over 100 sessions, including plenary sessions highlighting key industry trends. Special courses on the Internet. Over 200 exhibits of catalogue-related products and services. This event takes place May 8-10, 2006, in Chicago, IL. Contact Direct Marketing Association at 800-927-5007 or 212-768-7277; fax: 212-302-6714. http://www.the-dma.org.
  
  
• Conference For Professional Development (ISES Event World 2006) is an annual conference sponsored by International Special Events Society. This conference will take place August 24-26, 2006, at the Sheraton Waikiki, Honolulu,HI; Contact the International Special Events Society at 800-688-4737 or 312-321-6853; fax: 312-673-6953. http://www.ises.com.
  
  
• The DMA's Annual Conference and Exhibition, now called DMA'06, sponsored by the Direct Marketing Association,  is the largest direct marketing show. Includes a full floor of exhibits as well as professional seminars. This event takes place October 14-18, 2006, in San Francisco, CA; Contact the Direct Marketing Association at 800-927-5007 or 212-768-7277; fax: 212-302-6714. http://www.the-dma.org. 
  
  
• Direct Marketing...The Key to E-Commerce Success. The 36th annual marketing conference and exposition of Direct Marketing Days in New York includes sessions on Internet marketing basics, affiliate marketing, e-mail lists, e-mail marketing, and targeting on the Internet. This event takes place June 20-22, 2006, at The Jacob Javits Center, New York, NY; Contact Direct Marketing Days at 212.790.1500; fax: 212.302.7643. http://www.dmdays.com.
  
  
• Global Shop 2006, sponsored by the National Association of Store Fixture Manufacturers, comprises the Store Fixturing Show, the Visual Merchandising Show, and the Retail Operations & Construction Expo. This event takes place March 26-28, 2006, at The Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL; Contact  the National Association of Store Fixture Manufacturers at 770-569-1540; fax:770-569-5105. http://www.globalshop.org
  
  
• 23rd Annual IEG Sponsorship Conference is a key show in event marketing. Speakers are industry leaders and marketing executives from major corporations. This event takes place March 12-15, 2006, at the Hilton Chicago, Chicago, IL; Contact IEG at 800-834-4850 or 312-944-1727; fax: 312-944-1897.  http://www.sponsorship.com.
  
  
• Intele-Card Expo. This expo, attended by a core group of individuals that lead the prepaid market, as well as buyers from the promotional, retail, fundraising, transportation, finance, education, and business arenas. This event takes place March 21-23, 2007, at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami, FL; Call 800-883-8353. Go to http://www.intelecard.com.

• Licensing 2006, 25th Annual International Licensing & Merchandising Conference, Exposition & Annual Meeting. If you can only attend one licensing event, this is the one. It is the major event for the licensing industry, with exhibits and an education program covering all aspects of the licensing industry. This event takes place June 20-22, 2006, at The Jacob Javits Center, New York, NY; Contact at 203-882-1300. http://www.licensingshow.com
  

• The Motivation Show, which includes the National Premium Incentive Show and the Incentive Travel & Meeting Executives Show, includes more than 2,000 exhibitors of merchandise, travel, business gifts, and ad specialties.. There is no other show in the U.S. for someone planning an incentive travel program. This event takes place Sept. 26-28, 2006, at McCormick Place South, Chicago, IL; Contact at 800-752-6312 or 630-434-1216. http://www.motivationshow.com.
  
  
• NARMS Annual Meeting, Conference, and Exhibition. This event, sponsored by the National Association for Retail Marketing Services, takes placeApril 1-4, 2006 at Amelia Island Plantation, FL; Contact the National Association for Retail Marketing Services at 888-526-2767 or 715-342-0946; fax:715-342-1943. http://www.narms.com.
  
  
• National Center for Database Marketing Conference is a biannual event. In the Summer 2006 is will take place place July 11-13, 2006, in Chicago, IL; and the Winter 2006 date and location will be announced. Contact at 800-559-0620. Go to http://www.ncdmwinter.com/ for winter events, and http://www.ncdmsummer.com/. for summer events.
  
  
• The New York Incentive, Rewards and Recognition Expo and Conference: the brands show has more than 200 exhibitors, including leading brands, performance improvement, and incentive companies specializing in building brands through people and rewards, incentive, and recognition strategies. Educational sessions include case studies, what's hot in leading brand categories, and paid seminars on the link between people and brands. This event takes place May 30-31, 2007, at the New York Sheraton Towers & Suites, New York, NY; Contact at 914-591-7600.  http://www.nyirr.com .
  
  
• POPAI Digital Networking Event, sponsored by POPAI, brings together users and suppliers of POP materials. December 6, 2005, in London, England. Call 877-835-7236.  http://www.popai.com
  
  
• In Store Marketing Expo (formerly known as the POP Show), held each year in Chicago by the publishers of P-O-P Times, focuses on designers and builders of displays but also includes some manufacturers, brokers, and promotion agencies. This event takes place September 27-28, 2006, McCormick Place, Chicago, IL; Contact at 847-675-7400; fax: 847-675-7494. http://www.popshow.com.
  
  
• Promo Marketing Conference & Expo 2006, sponsored by Promo magazine, includes exhibits as well as seminars on the latest trends in sales promotion. This event takes place October 10-12, 2006, at the Navy Pier, Chicago,IL; Contact Promo Magazine at 800-927-5007 or 203-358-3751.   http://www.promomagazine.com.
  
  
• The PMA Annual Conference, titled Branding 360-Activating Innovation sponsored by the Promotion Marketing Association, covers current trends in sales promotion. This is the national annual conference of the Promotion Marketing Association, whose Pre-conference Workshop will be held beforehand. Topics cover the pressing issues of promotion marketing. Some promotion marketing suppliers will have exhibits. This event will take place March 8-9, 2006, at The Hyatt Regency Hotel, Chicago, IL; Contact the Promotion Marketing Association, Inc, at 212-420-1100; fax: 212-533-7622. http://www.pmalink.org/.

• ASTD Techknowledge 2006. American Society for Training and Development's annual international conference and exposition will be held June 3-7, 2007 in Atlanta,GA; Contact the American Society for Training and Development at 703-683-8100. http://www.astd.org.
  
  
• International Consumer Electronics Show will be held Jan 8-11, 2007, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas,NV; Call 703-907-7605. http://www.cesweb.org.
  
  
• The Motivation Show includes the Incentive Travel and Meetings Executives Show (IT&ME) and the National Premium Incentive Show (NP/IS). This event is the world's largest exhibition of its type, with over 2,000 exhibitors of travel awards, merchandise, business gifts, premiums and advertising specialties. Seminars are also presented. Registration is free to qualified attendees. Educational sessions cover consumer premiums, employee incentive awards, incentive travel, and performance improvement. This event takes place Sept. 26-28, 2006, at McCormick Place South, Chicago, IL; Contact at 800-752-6312 or 630-434-1216. http://www.motivationshow.com
  
  
• The New York Incentive, Rewards and Recognition Expo and Conference: the brands show has more than 200 exhibitors, including leading brands, performance improvement, and incentive companies specializing in building brands through people and rewards, incentive, and recognition strategies. Educational sessions include case studies, what's hot in leading brand categories, and paid seminars on the link between people and brands. This event takes place May 30-31, 2007, at the New York Sheraton Towers & Suites, New York, NY; Contact at 914-591-7600.  http://www.nyirr.com .
  
  
• SMEI . . . We Sell the World! is the Sales & Marketing Executives International annual convention. Professional speakers, trainers, and senior executives from market leading companies will share their sales and marketing know-how. This event takes place September 14-17, 2006 at the Crown Plaza Hotel, Akron, OH; Contact the Sales & Marketing Executives International at 800-999-1414. http://www.smei.org/.

• ATA's Annual Convention, presented by American Teleservices Association takes place April 2-5, 2006, Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill, Washington, DC; Contact American Teleservices Association 317-816-9336; fax:317-218-0323. http://www.ataconnect.org.
  
  
• Call Center Demo and Conference, sponsored by CMP Media, will focus on technology-driven change and customer care. This event takes place February 6-8, 2006, at The Hilton Hotel Downtown, Austin, TX. Contact CMP Media at 888-428-3976; fax:212-600-3080. http://www.ccdemo.com.
  

• Conference for Help Desk Professionals, produced by High Tech High Touch Solutions, covers technology, trends, and service issues. The 2006 dates will be announced shortly.  Contact High Tech High Touch Solutions at 425-398-9292. http://www.hthts.com.
  
  
• Internet Telephony Conference & Expo sponsored by Technology Marketing Corporation; brings together the key players providing products and services for the voice and date communications market. This event will be held January 23-26, 2007, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Contact Technology Marketing Corporation at 800-243-6002 or 203-852-6800; fax: 203-853-2845. http://www.tmcnet.com.
  
  
• The DMA's Annual Conference & Exhibition, now called DMA'06, is sponsored by the Direct Marketing Association and highlights all that is new in the world of direct marketing: products, services, and media. It will be held October 14-18, 2006, in San Francisco, CA; Contact the Direct Marketing Association at 800-927-5007 or 212-768-7277; fax: 212-302-6714. http://www.the-dma.org.
  

• DMA 22nd Annual Teleservices Conference. Topics include technology trends, database marketing, customer segmentation, customer retention, human resource concerns. This event, sponsored by the Direct Marketing Association, takes place June 4-6, 2006 at the Newport Beach Marriott Resort, Newport Beach, CA; Contact the Direct Marketing Association at 212-790-1500 ; fax: 212-790-1400.  http://www.the-dma.org.
  
  
• National Center for Database Marketing Conference is a biannual event. In the Summer 2006 is will take place place July 11-13, 2006, in Chicago, IL; and the Winter 2006 date and location will be announced. Contact at 800-559-0620. Go to http://www.ncdmwinter.com/ for winter events, and http://www.ncdmsummer.com/ for summer events.

• The Exhibitor Show sponsored by Exhibitor magazine, The National Conference for Trade Show, and Event Marketing Professionals, is a five-day educational event combined with a trade show featuring the latest products and resources shaping the future of exhibiting and event programs. Anyone who is responsible for planning, managing or implementing any part of an organization's trade show or event marketing function should attend. The conference takes place March 5-9, 2006, and the exhibition is March 6-8, 2006, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV; Contact at 507-289-6556 or 888-235-6155; fax: 507-289-5253. http://www.exhibitornet.com.
  
  
• IAEM's Annual Meeting - Expo! Expo!, is a trade show primarily for managers of trade shows and expositions sponsored by the International Association for Exhibition Management. This event takes place November 28-30, 2006, in San Diego, CA. Contact the International Association for Exhibition Management at 972-458-8002; fax: 972-458-8119. http://www.iaem.org
  
  
• TS2, the trade show about trade shows, is sponsored by the Trade Show Exhibitors Association. It's the largest, most dynamic trade show and conference for the exhibits and events industry. This event takes place on July 25-27, 2006, at McCormick Place, Chicago, IL; the