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SISO Summer Conference

Why Attend the SISO Leadership Conference?

Join top event industry leaders this August (19-21) in Indianapolis, IN for the SISO Leadership Conference - your opportunity to connect, strategize, and lead.

Designed for CEOs, owners, and senior executives, the conference delivers actionable insights, peer learning, and powerful networking opportunities that help you stay ahead of trends, grow your business, and lead with confidence.

Here’s why you should attend:

Unparalleled Networking
Build meaningful relationships with fellow executives and organizers from the world’s most influential trade and consumer shows.

Thought-Provoking Content
Hear from visionary speakers, participate in panel discussions, and explore innovative strategies that address today’s biggest industry challenges.

Real-World Takeaways
Leave with practical ideas, tools, and inspiration you can apply immediately—whether it's scaling your show, integrating new technologies, or building stronger teams.

Global Perspectives
Gain insight from international leaders and diverse viewpoints on leadership, AI, data, inclusion, sales innovation, and future event trends.

Whether you're a long-time SISO member or exploring the value of joining, this is your chance to immerse yourself in the premier leadership event for the exhibition and trade show industry.

Register to attend

Testimonials

  • “Without a doubt the most valuable three days of the year for networking, learning, and meeting colleagues.”
    Tony Calanca, Executive Vice President, UBM
  • “Two of the best acquisitions Access Intelligence had executed came directly from contacts and discussions held at the SISO CEO Summit. Beyond that important networking for transactions, I learn best practices from the best in the industry. The ROI for membership is immeasurable.”
    Don Pazour, CEO, Access Intelligence
  • “The impact of SISO is so much bigger than its size. It feels more like a global council of important tribes than a traditional trade association.”
    David Adler, CEO & Founder, Bizbash Media
  • “Our industry thrives on the personal relationships that face-to-face builds, and the CEO Summit is the ultimate place to build YOUR network!”
    Tom Mitchell, President, Messe Dusseldorf North America
  • “As busy, independent, for-profit organizer, SISO keeps our company connected to all the key players working in this industry and allows great relationships and ongoing learning of best practices from the best in the business. All invaluable assets to help move our business forward."
    Howard Hauben, CEO, H2 Events
  • “The SISO membership represents the entire for-profit tradeshow community and the annual SISO conferences are must-attend events for their educational and networking value.”
    Joel A. Davis, Founder & CEO, JD Events
  • “SISO connects strategic minds through invaluable networking opportunities and face-to-face executive conferences focused on excellence and inspiration.”
    Dana Teague, Vice President, Informa Global Exhibitions
  • “Participating in SISO puts you on the leading edge of the events world.”
    Charles McCurdy, CEO, Informa Global Exhibitions