Emerald Expositions LLC

Emerald Expositions LLC, now operating as Emerald, is one of the largest organizers of business-to-business trade shows and conferences in the United States. The company was formed in 2013 when Onex Corporation acquired Nielsen Expositions for approximately $950 million, creating a standalone entity focused on B2B events. Emerald operates more than 140 annual events and multiple digital media platforms across diverse industries including design, construction, food, technology, jewelry, sports, healthcare, and military sectors. The company connects over 500,000 global attendees and exhibitors annually, occupying more than 6.5 million square feet of exhibition space. Emerald completed its initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange in 2017 under ticker symbol EEX, raising about $264 million. The company has expanded through strategic acquisitions including George Little Management in 2014, EH Media in 2018, and G3 Communications in 2019. Emerald officially rebranded from Emerald Expositions to Emerald in 2020. The company serves as a critical hub for commerce, networking, and professional development, influencing trends across multiple sectors through its integrated market platforms that combine live events with digital media properties.

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