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SISO Summer Conference

The SISO Leadership Conference is the premier annual event for CEOs, business owners, senior managers, and first-line executives in the exhibition and events industry. Designed to address real-world strategic challenges, the conference offers a high-level platform to explore innovative thinking, share case studies, and learn from peers navigating similar issues.

Held in dynamic urban locations across the U.S., the Leadership Conference combines insightful, executive-focused content with exceptional networking opportunities. It’s the go-to forum for both top-level decision-makers and their rising leaders to connect, collaborate, and strengthen their understanding of the value of SISO membership.

SISO itself is financially strong, entrepreneurial, and forward-thinking. This event reflects those values by creating a space where members—whether from global corporations or fast-growing independents—can engage with industry trailblazers, stay ahead of trends, and gain real insight into how successful deals are made. Participation in the Leadership Conference empowers companies to grow, innovate, and lead the future of the event industry.

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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