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2024 Corporate Event Awards
Honoring Excellence in Event-Marketing Strategy and Execution
In 2023, many corporations were struggling with pandemic-related economic uncertainty that resulted in some budget cuts and a bit of belt-tightening. For less creative design teams, that situation might have hampered their ability to put on a stellar event. But EXHIBITOR magazine's 21st annual Corporate Event Awards features three companies that were able to do more with less. They created engaging, interactive, enriching experiences our judges called “memorable,” “grand,” and “impressive.” These events prove that you can't attach a price tag to inspiration.
THE WINNERS

Whirlwind Wanderlust
Virtuoso Ltd.
The Future of Global Trade
Alibaba.com (part of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.)
Mission: Impossible
Atlassian Corp.
 
 
 
2024 JUDGES

Valerie Bihet
founder, Vibe Agency
Miami

Matt Jones
former marketing executive, GE Appliances
Louisville, KY

Doug Mertz, CTSM
trade show communications manager, Corteva Inc. (dba Corteva Agriscience)
Johnston, IA

Todd Paulson
partner and chief creative officer, Knock Inc.
Minneapolis

Reginaldo Reyes
vice president brand experience and environmental design, Knock Inc.
Minneapolis
EXHIBITOR sends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Reginaldo, who passed away on April 22, 2024.

Thomas Serrano
CEO and founder, Exclamation Group
New York

Jessica Simon, CTSM
manager, marketing support and events, S&C Electric Co.
Chicago
Editorial
Fight for Your Right
Those of us who have the privilege of participating in the legislative process have an obligation to do so.
Exhibitor Q & A
International Exhibiting
I'm working with an in-country exhibit house in Europe to design and build my first international booth.
Exhibitor Q & A
AI and Exhibitions
Can you provide some real-life examples of how I can use artificial intelligence (AI) in my exhibit program?
Ask Dan
Introverts
I'm an introvert who has to work our trade show booth. How do I cope with this and not seem unfriendly?
Exhibiting 101
Rule-Breaking Breakdown
In this guide, we tell you which rules are made to be broken, when to break them, and how to do it with grace.
Ammunition
Ideas That Work
Hue Knows, Wall of Shame, Hidden Depths, and more
Products
New Tools
Trim Kit for Infrared Heaters, Self-Service Virtual Interactive Avatar, and more
Photo Gallery
Flower Power
Inspired by fishermen's nets, the AIPH pavilion was an ingenious lattice holding diverse plants.
Portfolio
Leisure Suite
Six examples of in-booth lounges that caught attendees' eyes and lured them in.
Ten by 10
Requests for Proposals
We asked 10 experts to share their views and opinions on Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Fixing Snafus
The Elevator to Success
Part of my group was missing somewhere between the second and third floors!
Quiz
Pulped Fiction
In this month's quiz we test your knowledge of the TV shows and movies where trade shows played a starring role.
Archive
Captive Audience
1955: Rupert Parachute Company Inc. shows off seat belts at the Chicago Auto Show
Presentations
Meeting Seating
What's wrong with straight rows and front-facing chairs? Plenty.
Event Awards
EXHIBITOR Magazine's 21st Annual Corporate Event Awards
Honoring Excellence in Event-Marketing Strategy and Execution
Event Awards
Whirlwind Wanderlust
People say that travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.
Event Awards
The Future of Global Trade
At its first U.S.-focused conference, Alibaba.com attracted more than 1,300 B2B pros and 7 million livestream viewers.
Event Awards
Mission: Impossible
Atlassian went into Team '23 determined to create an elevated experience for attendees.
Event Awards
Honorable Mentions 2024
This year, judges recognized four events with Honorable Mention awards. Prepare to be inspired by these creative and impactful affairs.
Case Study
Beyond Convention
Hamilton Exhibits goes back to the future with a retro-futuristic design that resulted in a 52 percent increase in leads