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AHR Expo México is the largest air conditioning, heating, ventilation and refrigeration (**HVACR**) trade show in Latin America. Its 2026 edition takes place at **Expo Guadalajara** in Guadalajara, Jalisco, bringing together manufacturers, distributors, contractors, installers, engineers and buyers under one roof. The exhibition floor spans roughly **20,000 m²** and features more than **440 exhibiting companies** showcasing the latest equipment, components and technologies across the entire HVACR ecosystem. The show draws a professional, business-focused audience of over **13,000 attendees** from around 40 countries, with a large share being decision-makers with purchasing power. Alongside the exhibit floor, visitors can attend certified **ASHRAE conferences**, the New Technologies Theater, live podcasts and daily networking activities. It is worth attending for anyone looking to source new products, stay current on energy efficiency and sustainability trends, earn technical education credits, and build B2B relationships. Admission is **free with online pre-registration**, making it an efficient, low-cost opportunity to cover the whole regional market in three days.

The **AAMVA Annual International Conference (AIC)** is the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators' premier annual event, bringing together jurisdictions, industry, and federal partners to share experiences and learn from one another. The 2026 edition takes place in **Providence, Rhode Island**, and showcases the latest trends across the motor vehicle and law enforcement community. The conference is built for administrators in motor vehicle and law enforcement agencies, private-industry safety partners, and stakeholders whose missions align with these agencies. Sessions cover a wide range of topics tailored to the AAMVA community, from driver licensing and vehicle titling to identity security, fraud prevention, and emerging technologies such as mobile driver's licenses and automated vehicles. Beyond the educational program, the AIC offers a distinctive networking environment where chief administrators can learn and grow alongside colleagues from across North America. Attendees can also enjoy Providence itself — its thriving arts scene, the historic East Side with cobblestone streets and 18th- and 19th-century homes, and the celebrated Federal Hill dining district. It is a valuable opportunity to reconnect with peers, meet new contacts, and learn from the community's most innovative leaders.

BioTechX USA is a two-day biotechnology congress held in Boston that brings together the pharmaceutical, academic, and clinical communities. The event connects pharma, academia, and clinicians to drive diagnostics, precision medicine, and digital transformation, mapping the complete pipeline from research to clinical execution. The program spans multiple focused tracks. The agenda covers AI in drug development, precision medicine, big data in oncology, digital transformation, real world evidence, and rare disease genomics. Attendees include scientists, data and AI leaders, R&D executives, clinicians, and solution providers from leading pharma companies, biotechs, and academic institutions. BioTechX USA is worth attending for its blend of high-level content and deal-making. The congress bridges the gap between pharma, academia, and clinicians to foster meaningful collaborations across diagnostics, precision medicine, digital transformation, data management, AI, and innovation. Networking sits at the heart of BioTechX, with the congress offering built-in one-to-one networking across two days.

**CHAINge: North America 2026** is a major supply chain management conference organized by the **Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)**. CHAINge: North America 2026 is a major supply chain conference taking place in Long Beach, California. Built around the theme **Innovation, Education, Collaboration for Better Supply Chains**, the two-day event brings together supply chain and operations professionals from across North America and beyond. ASCM's global supply chain event invites top leaders and innovators for two days of strategy, insights, and connections that drive real results. Attendees explore key issues shaping the profession, and the intended audience includes industry executives, emerging supply chain leaders, and supply chain champions. The program is designed to be hands-on and practical. Through dynamic panel discussions and hands-on roundtables, attendees engage directly with industry trailblazers and fellow professionals to explore strategies shaping the future of supply chain across North America—from automation and AI to sustainability and end-to-end visibility. APICS-certified professionals can also earn up to 16 maintenance points toward their certification by participating in conference sessions, workshops, and networking activities.

SAE International's Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress & Exhibition (COMVEC) is a three-day forum for the commercial vehicle industry. It is described as the only North American event that addresses vehicles and equipment spanning the on-highway, off-highway, agricultural, construction, industrial, military and mining sectors. SAE International's COMVEC is the premier forum where global leaders in on-highway, off-highway and defense sectors come together in a neutral setting to tackle the challenges shaping tomorrow's commercial vehicle industry. The event draws engineers, technical experts, executives, researchers, and young and emerging professionals from across the commercial vehicle value chain. Attendees join the worldwide CV community in Schaumburg, Illinois, for an unmatched three-day, in-person experience, where they exchange knowledge, explore cutting-edge research and technology, and stay ahead of evolving standards and regulations. Attendees gain access to keynote presentations, executive panel discussions, a robust exhibition, extensive networking opportunities, special events, and dedicated activities for young and emerging professionals. It is worth attending for anyone looking to stay current on commercial mobility trends and connect with the decision-makers driving the sector forward.

The **EDUCAUSE Annual Conference** is the premier gathering for higher education technology professionals. The conference connects the best thinkers in higher education technology, bringing together professionals and technology providers from around the world to network, share ideas, grow professionally, and discover solutions to today's challenges. It is billed as the largest gathering of higher ed IT peers—people you can relate to, learn from, and stay connected to throughout the year. The event serves CIOs and senior technology leaders, IT staff, teaching and learning professionals, cybersecurity and privacy experts, and edtech vendors who serve colleges and universities. Attendees explore themes spanning artificial intelligence, digital transformation, analytics, cybersecurity, and student success. The 2026 program runs as a hybrid experience. The 2026 EDUCAUSE Annual Conference will be held in person in Denver, CO, September 29–October 2, followed by an online event on October 14–15. Attendees can choose the immersive in-person experience in Denver or participate online, and in-person conference attendees gain access to the online conference after the Denver event.

The **NRPA Annual Conference** is the flagship event of the National Recreation and Park Association and the largest annual gathering of the park and recreation community. For more than 50 years, the conference has been where the park and recreation community comes together to learn, connect and grow, whether by exploring the latest products in the interactive exhibit hall, earning CEUs in engaging education sessions, or sharing ideas with peers from across the country. The event draws park and recreation professionals from across the country, including agency directors, municipal officials, recreation staff, educators, students, and commercial suppliers serving the field. Attendees can learn from industry leaders, build meaningful connections by networking with peers, solve challenges by exploring more than 500 booths and interactive exhibits, and earn Continuing Education Units through hundreds of education sessions tailored to their career journey. The 2026 conference is themed "The Power Of" parks and recreation and the people who make it all possible, celebrating how parks and recreation brings us together, strengthens health and well-being, and builds more resilient, connected communities. With keynote speakers, wide-ranging education tracks, networking events, and a bustling exhibit hall, it is a valuable destination for anyone advancing the parks and recreation profession.

World Dairy Expo is an international dairy industry event held annually in Madison, Wisconsin, that combines a large commercial trade show, an elite dairy cattle show, and an extensive education program under one roof. World Dairy Expo hosts the world's largest dairy-focused trade show, featuring over 450 companies from 15 countries, and was honored by Trade Show Executive as one of the Top 100 Trade Shows of 2024. The event draws dairy producers, herd owners, veterinarians, nutritionists, allied-industry professionals, students and international visitors from around the globe. Known for its iconic colored shavings and elite competition, World Dairy Expo is home to a world-class dairy cattle show that features the best cattle in North America, with over 1,800 dairy cattle exhibitors traveling to Madison to showcase their genetics. Beyond commerce and competition, attendees come for professional development. World Dairy Expo provides over 40 educational opportunities throughout the week in various topics and formats, ranging from expert-led seminars to peer learning. It is billed as the must-attend event for everyone in the global dairy community.

Academy 2026 Anaheim is the annual meeting of the American Academy of Optometry (AAOpt), one of the two flagship optometry events in the United States. The American Academy of Optometry annual meeting is one of the two flagship US optometry events, alongside the AOA's Optometry's Meeting held each summer, and Academy 2026 takes place September 30 through October 3 at the Anaheim Convention Center. The meeting will offer more than 300 hours of continuing education, along with new research and clinical insights designed to advance patient care. The defining feature of the Academy meeting is its research and clinical science emphasis. This is where clinical research gets presented, debated, and put into context for practicing clinicians. Attendees include practicing optometrists across every subspecialty, along with researchers, optometry-school faculty, residents, students, and paraoptometric staff, plus a strong international contingent. Bringing together leaders in eye care, research, and vision science, the meeting is a premier destination for professionals seeking cutting-edge education. With hundreds of CE hours, hands-on workshops, section symposia, and a substantial exhibit hall, it is worth attending for anyone committed to advancing patient care and staying current with the evidence base of modern optometric practice.

The **Retail Supply Chain & Logistics Expo** is a retail-focused supply chain and logistics event that brings together retailers, brands, and solution providers to explore innovations in warehousing, fulfilment, last-mile delivery, and distribution. The New York edition takes place on **September 30 & October 1, 2026** at the **Jacob K. Javits Convention Center**, giving attendees a chance to connect directly with industry leaders and suppliers and discover strategies for streamlining logistics, improving efficiency, and enhancing customer satisfaction. The show gathers everyone from independent retailers and supply chain startups to major chains, all looking to source the latest technology and equipment to transform their supply chain and logistics strategies. Visitors can explore transport technologies, warehouse automation, robotics, AI, delivery and shipping solutions, and fulfilment services across the show floor. Attendees benefit from keynote sessions delivered by influential industry figures, inspiring seminar sessions, speed networking, and a free ticket that also unlocks three co-located events — White & Private Label Expo, Smart Retail Tech Expo, and E-commerce, Packaging & Labelling Expo. Together these create a single destination for retail and e-commerce innovation, making the expo worthwhile for anyone aiming to reduce costs, improve customer experience, and stay competitive in retail.

The Small Business Expo Los Angeles is a one-day B2B networking event, conference and trade show for small business owners, entrepreneurs and startups. It is held in the greater Los Angeles region at the Pasadena Convention Center, where thousands of professionals gather each year to learn, connect and find resources to grow their businesses. The show combines an exhibitor hall of business-service vendors with expert-led workshops, keynote presentations and structured networking. Attendees can shop for new products and services, meet potential clients and partners, and hear from industry leaders on topics such as AI-driven marketing, small business finance and growth strategy. It is worth attending because it is positioned as one of the largest business events in Los Angeles, drawing entrepreneurs, industry leaders and vendors under one roof. Signature features include speed networking sessions and the color-coded Get Dotted® badge system that helps attendees quickly identify and connect with people in relevant industries. General admission is free, with paid premium passes available for added perks.

The Food Tech Summit & Expo is Latin America's leading trade event for ingredients, additives, solutions, processing and packaging serving the food and beverage (A&B) industry. Held in Mexico City, it combines a large exhibition floor with an extensive program of technical conferences, an international congress and high-level networking, all designed to generate business within the sector. The show draws food and beverage professionals from across the region — R&D and product development specialists, buyers, procurement teams, quality and food-safety managers, plant and packaging engineers, and executives — who come to source ingredients, discover innovations and stay current on industry trends. The exhibition brings together suppliers across categories such as functional ingredients, flavors, colorants, sweeteners, hydrocolloids, dairy derivatives, processing machinery, packaging and food safety. It is worth attending for its scale and its content depth: more than 500 exhibitors, over 55 free technical conferences, an international Summit with global speakers, and dedicated networking spaces. Free visitor registration makes the exhibition and the Food Tech Talks accessible, while paid Gold Passes unlock the premium Summit experience.

The **White & Private Label Expo** is a large-scale product sourcing trade show held in New York City. It brings together hundreds of manufacturers with thousands of retailers, online sellers, and ecommerce professionals, connecting attendees with white label suppliers and private label manufacturers across key sectors. Buyers can source everything from low minimum-order-quantity (MOQ) white label products to large-scale custom private label production. The event is aimed at retailers, e-commerce entrepreneurs, online sellers, and business owners looking to start, grow, or scale their retail operations. Alongside the exhibition, a hand-selected group of industry experts deliver seminars and keynote sessions on e-commerce, retail, white label, and logistics. The White & Private Label Expo is co-located with three other leading retail and e-commerce events — Smart Retail Tech, E-commerce Packaging and Labeling, and Retail Supply Chain & Logistics Expo — and a single free ticket grants access to all four shows. Held at the Javits Center, the combined event serves as a one-stop destination for retail and ecommerce solutions, from product sourcing to delivery and everything in between.

The IGCS Annual Global Meeting is the flagship scientific congress of the International Gynecologic Cancer Society, a worldwide organization that has, since 1985, worked to advance the prevention, treatment and study of gynecologic cancer and to improve quality of life for affected women. The 2026 edition (IGCS 2026) convenes the global gynecologic oncology community in Montréal, Canada, from October 1-3, 2026. The meeting draws a multidisciplinary international audience — gynecologic oncologists, surgeons, radiation and medical oncologists, pathologists, nurses, researchers, students, residents, fellows-in-training and patient advocates. Attendees exchange the latest research, review evolving clinical practice, and build cross-border collaborations. The program spans plenary abstract sessions, master and surgical sessions, debates, surgical film screenings and poster presentations, with the ability to earn CME credits. It is worth attending for its combination of cutting-edge science, hands-on educational workshops, and unmatched global networking. Delegates can also join specialized sessions such as the Early Career Network Workshop, Radiation Contouring Workshop and the Advocacy Summit, making it valuable for practitioners at every career stage committed to advancing women's health.

The **Association for Vascular Access (AVA) Annual Scientific Meeting** is the premier gathering for the vascular access community. AVA is an organization of healthcare professionals founded in 1985 to support and promote the specialty of vascular access, with a mission to build interprofessional leaders in vascular access to advance knowledge, practice, advocacy, and collaboration to improve outcomes. 2026 marks the 40th Annual AVA Scientific Meeting—a milestone gathering at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas, bringing together more than 1,300 professionals and 60–70 industry partners for world-class education, hands-on training, networking, and collaboration. AVA members represent diverse disciplines—nursing, medicine, radiology, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, research, education, and industry—and attendees join from around the globe with expertise across specialties such as interventional radiology, pediatrics, oncology, nephrology, infectious disease, anesthesiology, and surgery. The meeting is worth attending for its blend of cutting-edge clinical science, practical skills training, and access to the latest vascular access technologies. The program features engaging general sessions on clinical research, professional development, innovation, and evidence-based practice; interactive breakout sessions and workshops; abstract and poster presentations; and Platinum Showcases and exhibits highlighting the latest technologies.

The **Psychiatric Society of Virginia (PSV) Fall Meeting** is a statewide continuing medical education conference for psychiatric physicians and mental health professionals. PSV is a professional medical organization that represents psychiatric physicians across Virginia and serves as a district branch of the American Psychiatric Association. The 2026 Fall Meeting takes place October 2-3, 2026, at Delta Hotels Richmond Downtown in Richmond, Virginia. The meeting brings together practicing psychiatrists, residents, fellows, and medical students for clinical education, networking, and scientific poster presentations. Attendees earn CME credit while engaging with faculty, industry exhibitors, and legislators on the latest advances in psychiatry and mental health care. Beyond the educational program, the event offers a welcome reception, dedicated exhibit hours, and a resident and medical-student poster competition supported by the PSV Foundation. It is worth attending for the combination of practical clinical education, statewide professional networking, and PSV's advocacy focus on mental health issues and the advancement of psychiatry.

The NCPA Annual Convention & Expo is the flagship annual gathering of the National Community Pharmacists Association, billed as the only national business show dedicated to independent community pharmacists and their teams. The 2026 edition takes place October 3–6 in Kansas City, Missouri, with pre-convention Growth and Profitability programs on October 1–2 and the Expo Hall open October 4–5. The event draws independent pharmacy owners, managers, staff pharmacists, technicians, and student pharmacists. NCPA describes it as offering peer-to-peer business education, roughly 15 hours of continuing education (CE), and extensive networking, paired with one of the most diverse expo halls in the industry, where companies showcase products and services designed to make pharmacies more efficient and profitable. Education at the 2026 convention is slated to cover growing the business, incorporating AI, strengthening the bottom line, expanding patient care services, navigating emerging technologies, and advocating more effectively for independent pharmacy. For owners looking for practical, ready-to-use strategies from peers who understand their business, it is positioned as a can't-miss annual event.

The National Franchise Show in Calgary — also known as the Calgary Franchise Show — is a two-day consumer event for anyone interested in owning their own business. On October 3 & 4, 2026, the Calgary Franchise Show invites consumers wanting to start their own business to attend this two-day event. Billed as Calgary's largest "Own Your Own Business" event, it brings established franchise brands and brand-new opportunities together under one roof. The show is built around face-to-face meetings. Proven, money making businesses that are now expanding in Calgary are on hand to meet new potential owners, giving attendees the chance to ask questions and get information in a no-pressure environment. Opportunities span every industry and investment level, with both full- and part-time options available. It is worth attending because franchising lowers the risk of going it alone. Buying a franchise or proven business opportunity eliminates much of the hard work of opening a business independently and helps avoid much of the risk of starting a new business. Prospective owners can compare brands side by side and attend free educational seminars, all in a single weekend.

The Pathologists' Meeting — known as CAP26 — is the annual meeting of the College of American Pathologists (CAP), one of the world's leading professional pathology organizations. This flagship event brings together pathologists, laboratory professionals, educators, and researchers to advance excellence in pathology and laboratory medicine, with a comprehensive program of scientific sessions, educational workshops, poster presentations, and networking opportunities. The program is built around the latest in **diagnostic techniques, quality standards, and innovations in clinical and anatomic pathology**. The annual meeting serves as a key forum for sharing best practices, discussing emerging trends in laboratory medicine, and fostering professional development across diverse subspecialties in pathology. Attendance is worthwhile for practicing pathologists, lab directors, residents, and industry partners seeking CME education and connections. The event provides a valuable platform for collaboration and exchange among practitioners from hospitals, academic institutions, and research centers, helping shape the future of pathology, support high-quality patient care, and strengthen the global laboratory medicine community.