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The **National Sheriffs' Association (NSA) Winter Conference** is an annual gathering of the nation's sheriffs and law enforcement leadership held in Washington, DC. At the conference, attendees join high-level leadership from federal agencies, members of Congress, and active sheriffs who come together to explore current legislation, learn about relevant topics, and examine trending technologies and products. The conference draws a highly influential public-safety audience, including NSA's most active sheriffs, members of Congress, federal agency officials, leaders from Homeland Security, representatives from the FBI, CIA, and policing agencies, first responders, and other key law enforcement professionals. Attendees come to address the most pressing challenges facing law enforcement, discover innovative public-safety solutions, explore new products and technologies firsthand, and strengthen relationships with peers and industry partners. Held in the first quarter of the year, the Winter Conference is a focused, high-impact event where all programming, networking, and exhibits are conveniently located under one roof. For companies serving the law enforcement and first-responder communities, it offers direct, face-to-face access to the decision-makers who influence and control critical agency budgets — making it a valuable event for both attendees and exhibitors alike.

The **RMAI Annual Conference** is the flagship event of **Receivables Management Association International (RMAI)**, the nonprofit trade association representing the receivables management industry. The 2027 edition marks the **30th Annual RMAI Conference**, held February 8–11, 2027 at the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. RMAI positions the event as the premier gathering for professionals across the debt buying, collections, and receivables management sector. Attendees include debt buyers, collection agencies, law firms, originating creditors, brokers, and the technology and service providers that support the industry. The program blends comprehensive education sessions covering legislative, regulatory, and legal updates with extensive networking, from evening receptions and facilitated lunches to a golf outing and casual meet-ups in the Exhibit Hall. With more than 1,600 attendees expected, the conference is designed for lead generation, brand exposure, and relationship-building. Companies exhibit and sponsor to reach a highly targeted, highly engaged audience, while attendees gain cutting-edge industry expertise and connect with colleagues heading into the new year.

The **SPE International Polyolefins Conference (IPOC)** is widely regarded as the preeminent polyolefins conference in the United States and one of the largest of its kind in the world. Organized by the **Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) South Texas Section** in collaboration with several SPE technical divisions, it has been dedicated to the polyolefins industry since 1975, held annually at the Galveston Island Convention Center on the Texas Gulf Coast. The conference draws hundreds of industry professionals from around the globe, including producers, suppliers, processors, marketers, application developers, regulators, and thought leaders. Its comprehensive technical program spans the full breadth of polyolefins science and technology, from fundamental catalysis to the sustainable disposal and reuse of the materials the industry produces. Attendees benefit from cutting-edge technical presentations, plenary keynote sessions, an exhibition hall of industry suppliers, student poster competitions, networking socials, and tutorials for those new to the field. The event is offered both in person and virtually, and both in-person and online participants gain access to a mobile or web app to view speaker presentations for up to six months after the conference — making it an essential gathering for anyone connected to the polyolefins value chain.

The **CTAT Winter Leadership Conference** (part of Texas Career Education programming) is a professional development event hosted by the **Career & Technical Association of Texas (CTAT)** for the state's career and technical education (CTE) community. Held each February in San Antonio, it convenes CTE administrators, career counselors, Education Service Center (ESC) personnel, and district leaders for several days of learning and networking. The program centers on best practices and strategies for comprehensive CTE program management, college and career guidance, effective business and industry partnerships, and alignment with postsecondary and workforce opportunities. Attendees choose from in-depth pre-conference workshops and dozens of breakout sessions, and connect with exhibitors offering tools to enhance productivity and curriculum. It is worth attending for CTE leaders who want fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and a statewide network of like-minded educators. As CTAT describes it, participants join Texas CTE leaders in San Antonio for transformative learning and connections that flow back into their districts for years to come.

The **Academic Surgical Congress (ASC)** is the premier annual scientific meeting for academic surgery, jointly hosted by the **Association for Academic Surgery (AAS)** and the **Society of University Surgeons (SUS)**. The 22nd Annual ASC takes place **February 9-11, 2027**, at the **Washington Hilton** in Washington, D.C. The Congress brings together surgeon-scientists, faculty, residents, fellows, and medical students from around the world to present and discuss the latest research across every discipline of academic surgery. Presented work spans basic and translational science, clinical outcomes, health services research, surgical education, health policy, global health, and leadership. Pre-Congress offerings include the AAS/SUS Surgical Investigators' Course (February 7-8, 2027) and the SUS Mid-Career Course (February 8, 2027). Over more than two decades, the ASC has become the leading gathering place for academic surgeons, offering unmatched opportunities for scientific exchange, professional development, and networking with peers. Attendees benefit from a diverse, rigorously peer-reviewed program, CME credit, and the chance to have research considered for prestigious AAS and SUS awards, making it a must-attend event for anyone advancing a career in surgical science.

The **Agribusiness Showcase & Conference** is the flagship annual event of the **Agribusiness Association of Iowa (AAI)**, billed as the place "Where Agribusiness Meets." Held in Altoona, Iowa, just outside Des Moines, the two-day gathering pairs an educational conference program with what the association calls the best trade show in the Midwest. The event brings together agribusiness professionals from across the value chain of agriculture — including agronomists, grain elevator and retail facility operators, commercial applicators, input and equipment suppliers, and ag-service providers. Attendees explore innovative tools to grow their businesses, sharpen their industry knowledge, train new employees, and hear from influential speakers and leaders of national agriculture partner organizations. With nearly 500 attendees, the Showcase is a strong opportunity to network with the Iowa agribusiness community, discover new products and services on the trade show floor, and recognize industry leaders through programs such as the Iowa Agribusiness Impact Award. For exhibitors and sponsors, it offers focused access to decision-makers in one of the nation's leading agricultural states.

AIoT World Expo is a B2B technology event dedicated to the convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT). Organized by Technology Marketing Corporation (TMC) in partnership with Crossfire Media, it runs as a collocated event within the ITEXPO #TECHSUPERSHOW at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from February 9-11, 2027. The show explores how AI is transforming IoT deployments across industries, covering the full stack from sensors and connectivity to edge computing, AI models, platforms and enterprise applications. Programming emphasizes applied, production-ready use cases rather than experimentation alone, spanning digital twins, predictive maintenance, real-time supply-chain optimization, adaptive manufacturing, energy-smart buildings and remote health monitoring. Attendees include corporate executives, IT and OT professionals, developers, engineers, data analysts and channel executives. Because AIoT World Expo shares the expo floor and conference ecosystem with ITEXPO and its collocated events, attendees gain access to a much larger #TECHSUPERSHOW of buyers, resellers and solution providers—making it a strong destination for vendor research, side-by-side product comparison, peer-led case studies and business development in three focused days.

Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA) is the flagship U.S. trade show and conference dedicated to solar, energy storage, EV charging infrastructure, and clean energy manufacturing. It is the flagship event dedicated to clean energy professionals, bringing together a diverse audience from across the USA to explore the latest innovations in solar and energy storage — from photovoltaics (PV) and racking systems to storage solutions, software, and EV charging infrastructure. The event draws a broad cross-section of the industry. It brings together contractors, manufacturers, developers, distributors, engineers, installers, integrators, buyers, and decision-makers under one roof. Alongside a large exhibit hall, IESNA pairs a robust conference program with hands-on activities and extensive networking. For attendees and exhibitors alike, IESNA offers a focused platform to source products, learn from industry leaders, and build partnerships. In addition to the expansive exhibit hall, the event offers educational opportunities and networking meals and happy hours, with an AI-powered matchmaking tool and mobile app to enhance connections.

ITEXPO is a long-running B2B technology trade show and conference held annually in South Florida as the anchor event of the #TECHSUPERSHOW. The 2027 edition takes place February 9-11 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where ITEXPO offers the enterprise mid-market, resellers, service providers and beyond an in-depth look at the communications and technology solutions and trends shaping the future. ITEXPO is the forum where technology decisions are made to produce better business outcomes, serving as the annual South Florida meeting point where thousands of influential tech buyers and resellers sit face-to-face with hundreds of manufacturers and solutions providers in one place. The show draws a cross-section of the technology ecosystem. Attendees include enterprise and SMB telecom and IT professionals, MSP and channel C-levels and business owners, service providers and carriers, and industry suppliers and solutions providers. Programming spans the industry's most important topics, including unified communications, cloud, AI and generative AI, managed services, cybersecurity, customer experience, and networking. It is positioned as a one-stop event for upgrading your skill set, meeting colleagues, and getting a first look at the industry's latest innovations.

The **National LICA Winter Convention** is the annual winter gathering of the **Land Improvement Contractors of America (LICA)**, a national association of environmentally conscious earthmoving and land improvement contractors. The Land Improvement Contractors of America is an organization of earth moving contractors who care about the environment, started in 1950 by concerned contractors who worked to conserve the land and water resources. The 2027 convention runs February 9-13, 2027 in Chandler, Arizona. The event brings together contractors, industry partners, and associate members from LICA's coast-to-coast network for meetings, education, and networking. LICA contractors provide a wide range of services: grading, excavating, drainage, landscaping, paving, wetland development and site preparation just to name a few. Attendees typically include business owners, operators, and the equipment and material suppliers who serve them. The 2027 National LICA Winter Convention will be held at the Gila River Resort at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, Arizona. Set against the Sonoran Desert, the resort offers a unique blend of modern amenities, scenic views, and a relaxed atmosphere, creating the perfect setting for meetings, networking, and time with fellow members. It is worth attending for professional development, association business, and connecting with peers across the land improvement industry.

LAUNCH powered by Carolinas Credit Union League is a two-day conference and trade show serving the credit union community across North and South Carolina. The event is an invaluable resource for the region's credit union community, ideal for most levels and departments within a credit union, including specialists, managers and executives in the areas of operations, compliance, security, IT, communications, and more. LAUNCH is valuable for education, networking, team building and offers a unique opportunity to find out how to meet tomorrow's challenges today, featuring roundtables, workshops, breakout sessions, competitions, the exhibit hall, an awards gala and more. The exhibit hall connects attendees with technology providers, data specialists, and advisors focused specifically on the credit union industry. LAUNCH 2026 marked a 10th anniversary success, drawing more than 400 people in attendance, with leaders from 47 different credit unions coming together with over 80 different service providers and advisors. With a low all-access price point, it delivers strong value for professional development and vendor evaluation. The next edition takes place **February 9-10, 2027** in Concord, NC.

MD&M West (Medical Design & Manufacturing West) is the West Coast's largest advanced manufacturing event, held annually at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. Formerly known as Informa Markets Engineering West (IME West), it unites five powerful industry sectors—MedTech, Automation, Design & Manufacturing, Plastics, and Packaging—creating the West Coast's most comprehensive manufacturing event. The show is built for professionals across the entire manufacturing lifecycle. It is a renowned B2B platform for leading engineers, manufacturers, R&D specialists, professional buyers, managers and executives. Attendees come to discover breakthrough technologies, source new suppliers, and connect with experts who can solve pressing production and design challenges—all under one roof. Whether you're advancing medical device development, optimizing production efficiency, or revolutionizing packaging solutions, MD&M West is where manufacturing excellence and business growth converge. The event pairs a large exhibition floor with a robust conference and education program, making it a single destination for the complete manufacturing supply chain.

Minnesota Pork Congress is a swine-specific trade show and education event held annually in Mankato, Minnesota. Billed as the Midwest's premier pork industry gathering, it features a wide variety of trade show exhibitors, timely seminars, and social activities designed exclusively for pig farmers and pork industry stakeholders. The event draws pork producers, agribusiness professionals, veterinarians, allied industry suppliers, and others invested in the swine sector. Attendees walk the trade show floor to connect with exhibitors offering the latest equipment, genetics, animal health products, and services, while educational seminars deliver practical, up-to-date information on production, animal care, and industry issues. Hosted by the Minnesota Pork Board and the Minnesota Pork Producers Association, Pork Congress combines commerce, learning, and networking in one venue. It is worth attending for the concentration of swine-focused vendors, the seminar program, and the chance to network with peers from across Minnesota and the broader Midwest pork industry.

World Ag Expo® is billed as the largest annual agricultural exposition of its kind, held each February at the International Agri-Center® in Tulare, California, in the heart of one of the most productive agricultural counties in the United States. Over three days, it brings agriculture buyers and sellers together, providing a platform for networking, education, and business. The show hosts **over 1,200 exhibitors** displaying cutting-edge agricultural technology and equipment across **2.6 million square feet** of exhibit space. Attendees include dairy producers, farmers, ranchers, agribusiness professionals, and international delegations, with an estimated average of **100,000 individuals from more than 70 countries** attending each year. Beyond the exhibit grounds, the event offers free educational seminars, agriculture tours, and specialized pavilions. Whether you want to learn about innovative products, network with industry peers, or see the future of agriculture up close, World Ag Expo® is a marquee gathering for anyone connected to the global ag industry.

BUILDEX Vancouver is British Columbia's leading trade show and conference for the design, construction and real estate community, bringing together professionals from across the built environment. Held over two days at the Vancouver Convention Centre West, the event combines a large expo hall with a robust educational conference program. Its 2027 theme centres on designing the future, building for resilience and managing for success. The show unites BC's ICI (institutional, commercial, industrial) and residential construction sectors. Attendees include architects, engineers, interior designers, contractors, developers, city planners, property and facility managers, and other decision-makers. From young professionals to industry veterans, and from startups to multinational companies, it is a hub for connecting with peers and discovering new products and solutions. BUILDEX is worth attending for its blend of learning, sourcing and networking. Visitors can explore hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest products and technologies, attend accredited educational sessions on code and policy updates, sustainable design and risk management, and take part in more than ten networking events. Select sessions are accredited for continuing education credits by professional bodies including AIBC, IDCEC, BC Housing, PMI and BOMI.

The **Canadian Concrete Expo (CCE)** is billed as Canada's only national trade show dedicated to the concrete, construction, and aggregates industries. The two-day event brings the entire concrete community together under one roof at The International Centre near Toronto Pearson International Airport, combining a large exhibition floor with conference sessions and live equipment demonstrations. CCE draws a broad cross-section of industry professionals, including concrete and ready-mix producers, contractors, developers, general contractors, engineers, architects, specifiers, and government representatives. The show is an ideal environment to source new suppliers, reconnect with industry contacts, get hands-on with the latest equipment, and take advantage of exclusive show offers. Beyond the show floor, attendees can experience the latest technology and industry advances through expert-led conference sessions and continuous live demos. With featured areas such as the Equipment & Product Demonstration Area and the Forming, Shoring & Scaffolding Pavilion, CCE offers a practical, productive setting for learning, networking, and doing business across Canada's concrete construction sector.

Carbon Capture Technology Expo North America is a two-day trade show and conference dedicated to carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS). Carbon Capture Technology Expo is dedicated to discussing the increasing role that CCUS will play in the transition to a net-zero carbon economy, with leading experts discussing the latest advances in technology for carbon capture, storage and transport, as well as ways of utilizing CO2 to produce net-zero fuels and for other manufacturing processes. The event draws a broad professional audience. It brings together leading engineering firms, technology manufacturers and suppliers, energy firms, the oil and gas sector, heavy industry, chemical companies, manufacturing organizations, research groups and NGOs, consultants, and government bodies to accelerate the deployment and commercialization of carbon-removal technologies. The expo is worth attending for its combination of a free-to-attend exhibition and a paid technical conference. Highlights include a free-to-attend expo, five conference tracks, co-location with Hydrogen Technology Expo, and a two-day format. It is billed as North America's first event platform to discuss how CCUS will play a key role in meeting global carbon emission targets, where attendees can meet companies pioneering the technology, find new suppliers and engineering partners, hear the latest research, and network with industry experts.

Hydrogen Technology Expo North America is a two-day exhibition and conference dedicated exclusively to advanced technologies for the hydrogen and fuel cell industry. The event brings together the entire hydrogen value chain to focus on solutions for low-carbon hydrogen production, storage, distribution, and applications across stationary and mobile uses. It is co-located with the Carbon Capture Technology Expo North America, giving attendees access to both events on a single pass. The show draws a highly targeted, senior-level audience from across the energy ecosystem — hydrogen and ammonia producers, energy majors, oil and gas, utilities, engineering firms, heavy industry, steel, chemicals, pipeline operators, ports, automotive, aviation, maritime, and rail. Attendees come to source the latest electrolyzers, storage systems, fuel cells, infrastructure, advanced materials, components, and test and evaluation tools, and to network with peers advancing decarbonization projects. With a free-to-attend exhibition floor featuring over 400 exhibitors, a five-track conference, and thousands of industry professionals in attendance, the event is positioned as North America's leading trade fair and conference for the hydrogen and fuel cell sector. It is a strong choice for anyone looking to evaluate suppliers, learn from industry leaders, and accelerate a low-carbon hydrogen strategy.

The **Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show®** is one of the world's largest showcases for boats, yachts, and marine products, held annually in Miami and Miami Beach, Florida. The show brings together the world's largest collection of boats, yachts, marine accessories, and on-water experiences, with displays ranging from kayaks to superyachts. It is owned by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and the International Yacht Brokers Association (IYBA) and produced by Informa Markets. The show spans multiple venues connected by a single ticket. At the Miami Beach Convention Center, visitors find boats up to 49 feet, engine manufacturers, marine accessories, electronics, and retail pavilions; the Progressive Boat Show Experience at Pride Park offers experiential lifestyle activations, entertainment, innovative cuisine, and educational seminars. The Miami Beach Yacht Collection on Collins Avenue showcases powerboats and motor yachts from 30' to 125', yacht tenders, engines, and accessories, while Sailor's Cove at IGY Yacht Haven Grande Miami is an enclave for sailing boats and accessories. The event draws boating enthusiasts, buyers, dealers, brokers, and marine-industry professionals from around the world. As the longest-running boat show in Florida and one of the largest boat shows in the world, it has played a defining role in shaping the recreational boating industry.

The **National Psychopharmacology Update™** is an annual continuing medical education conference presented by the **Nevada Psychiatric Association (NPA)**, a district branch of the American Psychiatric Association. The conference is the largest of its kind in the United States, focused on the psychopharmacological treatment of psychiatric disorders. The 2027 event marks the **32nd annual** edition. Whether you are a psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, primary care physician, student, resident, fellow, or other mental health professional, you will benefit from the latest information and research on the psychopharmacological treatment of various psychiatric disorders, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, ADHD, and more. The NPA Psychopharmacology Update offers a year's worth of CME/CE credits, a full-day pre-conference on Women's Mental Health Throughout the Lifespan, daily Innovation Theaters, networking opportunities, and a showcase of the industry's leaders of services and products. The conference is offered both virtually and in person, though organizers highly encourage attending in person in Las Vegas.

Routes Americas is the leading air service development forum for the Americas, connecting senior decision-makers from airlines, airports, destinations and aviation stakeholders across North America, Latin America and the Caribbean. The 2027 edition takes place in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from 10–12 February 2027. Described as the only air service development event uniting the region, it provides a focused platform for building high-value relationships with a qualified audience of route development professionals. Over three business days, delegates take part in a structured programme of pre-scheduled face-to-face meetings, a conference featuring airline CEOs and industry experts, and networking events. Attendees include representatives from major carriers such as American Airlines, United, JetBlue, Copa Airlines, WestJet, Azul and LATAM, alongside airports and tourism authorities seeking new and expanded routes. The event is worth attending for anyone involved in route planning, network strategy, airport marketing or destination development. It offers direct access to the people who shape the region's air connectivity, exclusive market insight, and an efficient meetings system that maximises the value of time spent on-site — all set against the backdrop of San Juan, a major gateway between the Americas and the Caribbean.

The **Southeast Aviation Show**, officially the **South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) Annual Airports Conference**, is one of the largest state aviation events in the Southeast. Held over three days, it brings airport professionals and corporate partners together to learn the latest in aviation technology and management practices, connect with peers, and hear what's upcoming from state and federal agencies. The conference draws a focused audience of airport directors and managers, commissioners, government officials, consultants, airport partners, and aviation enthusiasts from across South Carolina. The program blends education sessions, industry and regulatory updates, project showcases, and networking, and offers Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for attendees who need continuing education credit. Set against South Carolina's coastline at a beachfront resort, the 2027 edition offers three days of education, networking, and industry insight. It is worth attending for anyone involved in growing and operating airports in the state — providing direct access to the S.C. Aeronautics Commission, FAA updates, and the vendors and consultants who serve the aviation community.

The **TMEA Clinic/Convention** is the annual gathering of the Texas Music Educators Association and one of the largest music education events in the nation. Each year, nearly 30,000 attendees gather in San Antonio for the TMEA Clinic/Convention, bringing together music educators, students, families, visitors, and exhibitors for an experience of professional development, performances, and networking. The convention serves music educators at every level and discipline. All music educators—whether a conductor, private lesson instructor, professional musician, or college student member—are welcome to attend, including educators from public and private institutions and those joining from outside of Texas. Students, families, and non-educator visitors may also attend the exhibit hall and performances. Attendees come for a deep slate of learning and inspiration. With over 300 clinics for music educators in every teaching level and discipline, the convention is a leading destination for professional development, and over 100 inspiring performances feature choral and instrumental ensembles, from elementary through college levels, along with top professional groups. The event is also home to the TMEA All-State ensembles, whose rehearsals and concerts are a highlight of the week.