Third Annual Event Convenes November 17-19, 2025 in Orlando, FL; Register at https://www.broadbandnationexpo.com/register

NEW YORK, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Broadband Nation Expo today announces that registration is officially open for the third annual event taking place November 17-19, 2025, at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate in Orlando, Florida. Recognized as the nation’s largest meeting ground for end-to-end broadband, the event brings together service providers, equipment manufacturers, technology innovators, and federal, state, and local government leaders to drive collaboration and progress across the broadband ecosystem.

Produced in partnership with the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), Broadband Nation Expo is designed to accelerate high-speed internet access and adoption by showcasing the strategies, funding, and technologies shaping the next generation of broadband in America. Register here.

“Broadband Nation Expo is where service providers, government, communities and industry meet to solve real challenges and drive real progress in closing the digital divide,” said Alejandro Piñero, Senior Director, Broadband, Questex. “With a powerful mix of education, innovation, and networking, this is where the future of broadband takes shape.”

Broadband Nation Expo will deliver a dynamic agenda tailored for all stakeholders. Attendees will learn from over 120 industry and government leaders through pre-event workshops, keynotes, panel sessions and fireside chats. The program will include more than 60 in-depth sessions on the following topics:

• 120+ speakers from industry and government
• 60+ sessions across five key tracks:
  • Future of Fiber
  • Wireless Innovation
  • Connecting Everybody
  • Broadband Funding & Infrastructure Economics
  • Workforce Development
• Technology-agnostic showcase featuring leading suppliers covering fiber, fixed wireless, DOCSIS, satellite, and more
• Pre-event workshop, keynotes, panels, and fireside chats
• Extensive networking, including curated meetings and receptions
• Broadband Nation Connect program offering strategic networking opportunities through eight curated 15-minute meetings with high-level prospects

For additional details and to register, visit Broadband Nation Expo.

Stay connected with the latest updates by following Broadband Nation Expo on LinkedIn and X.

Partnership opportunities for Broadband Nation Expo can be explored by contacting Scott Gruntorad at [email protected].

About TIA
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) – the trusted association for the connected world, represents more than 400 organizations that enable high-speed communication networks and accelerate next-generation technology innovation. As a member-driven organization, TIA advocates for our industry in the U.S. and internationally, develops critical standards, manages technology programs, and improves business performance, all to advance trusted global connectivity.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Charlene Soucy
Broadband Nation Expo
[email protected]

The call for submissions is open through June 19

NEW YORK, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Fierce Pharma today announces the call for submissions for the 2025 Fierce Pharma Marketing Awards, which honors the most compelling, influential and innovative pharma companies and their agencies. The awards program celebrates the innovators and leaders that are making a difference and meeting global health challenges.

The Fierce Pharma Marketing Awards Gala takes place on September 10 during Fierce Pharma Week, September 8-11 in Philadelphia, PA. The call for submissions is open through June 19. Click here to enter.

The awards program categories include:

• Agency of the Year 
• NEW: Best Use of AI
• NEW: Charitable or Philanthropic Campaign
• Digital Campaign – Non-Social Media
• NEW: Influencer-Driven Campaign
• Innovation Challenge
• NEW: Marketer of the Year
• Medical Conference or Event Marketing
• Multicultural Campaign
• New Brand Launch
• Online Video or Film
• Pharma TV
• Podcast or Audio
• Print for Consumer
• Professional Marketing
• Public Relations Campaign
• Social Media for Consumer
• Website for Consumer

The awards are based on creativity, strategy, audience impact, social good, innovation and effectiveness. The submissions will be reviewed and voted on by a hand selected panel of judges who are some of the most innovative thinkers in pharma marketing and advertising today. The judges will determine which companies beat regulation challenges and produced outstanding work. 

Sponsors of the Fierce Pharma Marketing Awards include IQVIA and Doceree.

For sponsorship opportunities contact Angelique Alcover at [email protected].

About Fierce Pharma
Biopharma is a fast-growing world where big ideas come along daily. Our readers rely on Fierce Pharma for the latest news, analysis and data on drugs and the companies that make them. Fierce Pharma covers the pharma waterfront, from late-stage drug development through the entire lifecycle—tracking regulatory approvals, payer negotiations, manufacturing, marketing, patent fights, government investigations and regulation, M&A deals and beyond. Our aim is to analyze the day’s news, showing readers not only what they need to know, but why they need to know it. Beyond the daily, the Fierce Pharma team produces special reports that take stock of the industry’s products and finances, and shed new light on industry trends. 

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here. 

Media Contact 
Linda Lam
Fierce Pharma Marketing Awards
[email protected]

Event Takes Place on June 1-3, 2025 at the New York Marriott Marquis in NYC

NEW YORK, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The 47th annual NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum (NYU IHIF) (formerly NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference), operated by Questex, a leading information services and event company, in partnership with the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) and its Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, today announces the full conference program. NYU IHIF has created tailored sessions and activations for attendees based on their job functions and location. The NYU IHIF takes place on June 1-3, 2025 at the New York Marriott Marquis in NYC.

NYU IHIF delivers unparalleled thought leadership through keynotes, general sessions, workshops and networking events. Top industry executives from CEOs of hotel brands to investors and real estate executives will discuss the latest trends, economic influences, and projections.

“NYU IHIF is where the most influential minds in hospitality and investment come together to shape the future of the industry. In times of uncertainty, there is no greater value than gaining first-hand and timely insights, forging strategic partnerships and connecting with the leaders and decision makers in hospitality,” said Alexi Khajavi, Group President Hospitality and Wellness, Questex. “The tailored pathways we have created help attendees meet the right people, access the best insights and make the most of the conference.”

“This year’s conference features a robust program, bringing together top-tier executives, investors and thought leaders to address the most pressing issues and exciting opportunities shaping the hospitality industry. From market outlooks to emerging technologies, every session is designed to deliver insights and spark conversation,” said Nicolas Graf, Associate Dean of the Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality.

NYU IHIF has developed tailored pathways for delegates:

• General Pathway: From first connections to boardroom insights, this pathway helps attendees connect with new peers, sharpen market perspective and gain direct access to industry leaders shaping hospitality’s future.
• Investor Pathway: With economist keynotes, capital insights and exclusive investor-only networking, the Investor Pathway helps attendees stay focused on what matters – real-time market sentiment, risk-adjusted returns, and the relationships that drive deals.
• Developer Pathway: From rethinking experience-driven design to unlocking new ROI models, the Developer Pathway dives into what it takes to build bold, viable hospitality projects in today’s market. 
• Operator Pathway: From maximizing performance to staying ahead of emerging trends, the Operator Pathway offers AI insights, strategies for resilience and crisis management, and the latest industry thinking with practical solutions. 
• US-EMEA Pathway: Designed for those operating across borders, the EMEA Pathway connects transatlantic market insight with global executive perspective — helping attendees stay ahead of shifts in capital, regulation and opportunity across borders. 

New to the NYU IHIF Conference Program:

• Monday, June 2: Capital Meets connects decision-makers via focused meetings with meaningful discussions between investors, operators, lenders and emerging leaders.
  • 1:30 p.m.: Capital Meets Lenders This session brings together key players in hospitality finance to explore opportunities and unlock new deals.
  • 1:50 p.m.: Capital Meets Next Gen Connect Whether you’re a seasoned leader looking for fresh perspectives or a next-gen professional eager to expand your network, this session fosters meaningful cross-generational connections.
  • 2:10 p.m.: Capital Meets Operators This session is designed to spark the right conversations and build impactful partnerships.
• Tuesday, June 3 at 2;10 p.m.: “Question time: From insights to action — Driving performance and innovation” Questions from the audience are accepted for this audience-led session. Chief Development Officers – Agnes Roquefort, CDO, Accor; Eric B. Jacobs, Chief Global Growth Officer, Aimbridge Hospitality; Noah Silverman, Global Development Officer, Marriott International; and Julienne Smith, Chief Development Officer, The Americas, IHG Hotels & Resorts – will discuss how to turn emerging trends into actionable opportunities and deliver performance for owners. Topics include: anticipating and responding to emerging hospitality, travel and real estate trends, turning insights into innovative opportunities that redefine hospitality development strategies, fostering innovation and delivering performance that meets evolving market demands. The session will be moderated by Eileen Crowley, Vice Chair – US Transportation, Hospitality and Services Leader, Deloitte.

View the complete conference agenda here.

To register to attend the NYU IHIF, click here.

For media registration, contact Meryl Franzman at [email protected].

For sponsorship opportunities, contact Andrew Walmsley [email protected].

Stay connected with the NYU IHIF on LinkedIn, Instagram and X.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

About the NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality
The NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, now celebrating nearly 30 years of academic excellence, is a leading center for the study of hospitality, travel, and tourism. Founded in 1995, the Tisch Center was established in response to the growing need for hospitality and tourism undergraduate and graduate education. Its cutting-edge curricula attract bright, motivated students who seek to become leaders in their fields. The Tisch Center recently launched the Hospitality Innovation Hub (HI Hub), which will foster entrepreneurship and creative solutions for the industries it serves. For more information, visit sps.nyu.edu/tisch.

Media Contacts
Kirsty McKenna
NYU IHIF
[email protected]        

Meryl Franzman
NYU IHIF
[email protected]        

2025 Event Takes Place October 26-28 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. Subscribe for event announcements at www.thehospitalityshow.com.

NEW YORK, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Hospitality Show, the groundbreaking event designed to empower the hospitality industry, has been recognized with two Fastest 50 Grand Awards by Trade Show Executive:

• Fastest-Growing Show by Percentage of Growth in Net Square Feet (79% growth in net square feet)
• Outstanding Fastest 50 Newcomer (49.5% blended growth)

Produced by Questex and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), The Hospitality Show was created to help the industry operate more efficiently and profitably. Designed as a strategic blend of conference and exhibition, it filled a critical void in the industry by bringing hotel owners, operators, management companies, and key industry stakeholders together to address the growing complexity of running hotels. This recognition highlights The Show’s rapid growth and its unique ability to unite the full hospitality ecosystem through an innovative and impactful format.

Key features of the award-winning event:

• Strong attendance: The 2024 event welcomed 4,800 attendees from across the hospitality sector, marking a 26% increase in attendance. Attendees included C-suite executives, owners, operators, management companies, hotel brands and technology leaders.
• Buzzing show floor: The Show featured 460 exhibitors, marking a staggering 43% growth, offering cutting-edge solutions and serving as a prime environment for face-to-face networking and product demonstrations.
• Powerhouse speaker lineup: The event showcased over 100 influential industry leaders, including José Andrés, renowned Chef, Restaurateur, and Humanitarian; Mario Bass, Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer, Visit San Antonio; Leanne Harwood, Senior Vice President, Managing Director of Luxury & Lifestyle Brands, IHG Hotels & Resorts; Geoff Ballotti, President & CEO, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts; and Erin Andrews, FOX Sports Broadcaster. These speakers inspired and engaged attendees, offering invaluable insights into industry challenges and innovations.

The Hospitality Show 2025 will take place October 26-28 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado, with even more opportunities for profit-focused learning, sourcing and networking:

• Robust attendance: 4,500+ attendees expected, with 42% representing hotel owners, operators and managers.
• Expanded networking: Over 14 hours of networking opportunities, from receptions and peer-led discussions to curated 1:1 meetings through the new THS Connect program, helping attendees foster meaningful connections that drive business forward.
• Jam-packed show floor: 400+ industry partners and vendors showcasing tools and solutions to elevate guest experience, engage the workforce, streamline operations and grow profitability.
• Actionable education: 100+ expert speakers delivering practical insights, takeaways and tangible tips across four content stages.

“We are extremely honored to have been recognized by Trade Show Executive for The Hospitality Show two years in a row. We look forward to welcoming hotel owners, operators, management companies and key industry stakeholders to collaborate and address the growing complexity of running hotels this Fall in Denver,” said Alexi Khajavi, Group President, Hospitality and Wellness.

“Since it was launched just a few years ago, The Hospitality Show has proven to be a must-attend event for hotel industry leaders, offering unparalleled opportunities to learn new ways to enhance revenue, optimize operations, and bolster guest satisfaction,” said Rosanna Maietta, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association. “I’m thrilled that the event was recognized by Trade Show Executive for its growing importance and I’m confident that the October 2025 event will be even more powerful for attendees.”

Additionally, last year, The Hospitality Show won the Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Grand Award for best new launch.

To learn more about available sponsorship opportunities, submit an inquiry or download the Sponsorship Prospectus.

For more information, visit www.thehospitalityshow.com. For program updates, sign up to receive The Hospitality Show newsletter here and follow on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

About The Hospitality Show
The Hospitality Show is an event for the entire hospitality ecosystem with one goal: operating hotels more efficiently and profitably. Produced by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Questex, the event brings together top industry leaders, senior executives of hotel brands, owners, operators, management companies, procurement specialists, and their teams. The Hospitality Show 2025 takes place October 26-28 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

About AHLA
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) is the largest hotel association in America, representing more than 30,000 members from all segments of the industry nationwide – including iconic global brands, 80% of all franchised hotels, and the 16 largest hotel companies in the U.S. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AHLA focuses on strategic advocacy, communications support, and workforce development programs to move the industry forward. Learn more at www.ahla.com.

Media Contact:  
Christine Johnson
The Hospitality Show
[email protected]        

Winners to be announced live on June 11 at the StreamTV Show in Denver

NEW YORK, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s StreamTV Show, the ultimate gathering for the streaming television industry, today announces the finalists for the StreamTV Awards – the ultimate celebration of the visionaries and trailblazers transforming the streaming industry. StreamTV Show takes place June 11-13 in Denver, Colorado.

This year’s competition was tougher — and more exciting — than ever. Finalists stood out for their bold innovation, unmatched audience engagement, sharp strategic thinking, revenue growth, and game-changing partnerships.

“Our StreamTV Awards have hit a whole new level this year,” said Kevin Gray, VP and Market Leader, Questex Technology Group. “The surge in applications and the caliber of finalists prove just how fast the streaming landscape is evolving. Congratulations to the incredible leaders and companies who are shaping the future of the industry. We can’t wait to honor them live at the StreamTV Show this June — it’s going to be an unforgettable celebration.”

The 2025 finalists:

Marketing Executive of the Year

• Domenic DiMeglio, Paramount Streaming
• Fern Feistel, Xumo
• Tony Marlow, LG Ad Solutions
• Larissa Stanley, CP Communications, Red House Streaming & RHStv

Content Partnerships Executive of the Year

• Asheem Khondker, The Walt Disney Company
• Amy Leasca, AMC Networks
• Charlie Neiman, Amazon Prime Video
• Rob Thun, DIRECTV
• Stefan Van Engen, Xumo

Technology Executive of the Year

• David Dworin, FreeWheel
• Vibol Hou, Paramount Streaming
• Tony Huidor, Cineverse
• David Rudnick, LG Ad Solutions

Innovation in Advertising

• Ease Live: Powering the Future of Interactive Advertising in Streaming        
• NBCUniversal Advertising & Partnerships
• Redefining the Future of CTV Ads: BrightLine’s Immersive, Interactive, and Fraud-Free Solutions Lead the Way
• Xumo Advertising Management Solution

Innovation in Content Delivery & Distribution

• CaaS by Allrites
• Cerberus Tech Livelink With Gateway Agent
• Schedule Automator: Dynamic creation and optimization of every schedule element by Frequency
• Interra Systems’ ORION with Multiviewer
• MK.IO Beam: Scalable, Reliable, Real-Time – The New Standard in Live Streaming by MediaKind

Innovation in Monetization

• Dynamic Strategy Rules by JWP Connatix
• Ease Live: Interactive Monetization That Enhances the Viewer Experience
• GoGo CTV Ad Server
• The Evergent End-to-End Monetization Platform by Evergent Technologies, Inc.
• ThinkMediaAI by ThinkAnalytics

Innovation in User Experience

• Ease Live: Redefining the Interactive Streaming Experience
• Fallout Global Fan Premiere by LCDigital
• Tennis Channel Multi-View Experience by Foxxum
• ThinkAnalytics: Revolutionizing the User Experience with Personalized Dynamic UI

Marketing Campaign of the Year

• Bird Ballparks by DIRECTV
• Revolutionizing Automotive CTV Advertising: 133% Lift in Vehicle Sales with Strategus & Experian OmniImpact-Driven Campaigns by Strategus
• Shout TV’s Handpicked Horror
• T2 – Women’s Day by Tennis Channel

Emerging Leaders

• Erik Bortz, Xumo
• Marc Forman, Spectrum Reach
• Andrew Kerson, Fubo
• David Kinrich, Roku
• Emily Mosbacher, Philo
• James Patrick, OTT Studio and Sports Studio
• Ioanna Protogiannis, LG Ad Solutions
• Laura Resnick, CBS Sports
• Garrett Winkler, LG Electronics
• Sebastian Quinn, Atmosphere TV

StreamTV Impact Award

• ABC News Live by ABC News
• Freely
• Danny Fisher, FilmRise

FAST Channel of the Year

• Creator Television
• Love The Planet
• MTRSPT1: The Pinnacle of FAST Motorsports Entertainment
• NFL Channel
• Tastemade

Streaming Platform of the Year

• Disney+
• Freely
• Google TV
• Paramount+

The judging panel included experts from the streaming television industry.

Stay in the loop! Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the streaming TV event of the year. Register to attend StreamTV Show here.

About The StreamTV Show
StreamTV Show isn’t just a market and expo – it’s a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is shaped.

Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV is recognized as the largest annual event for the streaming industry. Learn more about the event and the StreamTV Awards at streamtvshow.com.

The StreamTV Show is supported by its official publication, StreamTV Insider, the daily news source for the streaming TV industry. Discover more at streamtvinsider.com.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Charlene Soucy
StreamTV Show
[email protected]

Questex’s International Beauty Show and International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conference Welcome Tan France, Debut Live Fashion Hair Awards Americas Edition, and Showcase 300+ Brands at the Las Vegas Convention Center, June 21-23, 2025

NEW YORK, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Beauty Show (IBS Las Vegas) and the International Esthetics, Cosmetics, & Spa Conference (IECSC Las Vegas) will return to the Las Vegas Convention Center’s West Hall on June 21-23, 2025.

The co-located events, presented by American Salon and American Spa respectively, will feature a powerhouse lineup of celebrity talent, including television personality Tan France delivering the keynote, industry legends Ted Gibson, Jason Backe, and Savanna Boda leading education sessions, plus the premiere of the Live Fashion Hair Awards 2025 (Americas Edition).

“We’ve transformed this year’s Las Vegas event into the ultimate career accelerator for beauty and spa professionals,” said Elizabeth Fantetti Trevorrow, Partnership & Event Director at Questex’s Wellness Group. “From exclusive education to innovative business solutions, we’re delivering everything professionals need to elevate their craft and business.” 

2025 LAS VEGAS EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Celebrity Headliner & Industry Icons

• Tan France Keynote (Saturday, June 21, 9am): “Elevating Your Craft: The Secret to Branding & Bold Entrepreneurship”
• Industry Icons Ted Gibson & Jason Backe Master Classes: “The Tea Talk” and “Color the Cut with Ted and Jason”
• Savanna Boda on “Acne Skills” and “Creating a Brand that Lasts”

See full list of 2025 IBS Speakers & IECSC Speakers.

Live Fashion Hair Experience

• Live Fashion Hair Awards* (Americas Edition): Sunday, June 22, 5:00pm-8:00pm (*Ticket required)
• Master Classes with industry trailblazers Byrd Mena, Alfredo Lewis, Ashlee Norman, Kristy Meakin, Mr. Luis and Kimberly Ibbotson

Show Features

• 200+ free beauty and spa classes with Exhibit Hall pass including Product Focused Demos
• New Business District for salon/spa operational solutions
• What’s New For You Zone featuring latest product innovations
• Say Yes to You Hub with free professional headshots
• 300+ premium brands including Wahl Clipper, DNA Hair Tools, Lashbox LA, Circadia, Eminence Organic Skin Care, HydraFacial, Parlux, Turbo Power, FarmHouse Fresh, MerryLaz, Silhouet-Tone USA, Procell Therapies, Repechage and many more!

See full list of 2025 IBS Exhibitors & IECSC Exhibitors.

Attendees may register to attend the Shows by clicking here.

Exhibit Hall passes include all free classes at IBS Las Vegas, Product-Focused Education at IECSC Las Vegas, and unlimited access to each Exhibit Hall. Premium and VIP Pass experiences which include combined educational sessions and 3-day admission to both expo floors, fast-track badge pick-up, and an exclusive swag bag.

Press may apply for a media pass here.

New for 2025! Content Creators invited to apply for a Creator Pass here.

SHOW HOURS:
Saturday, June 21: 10:30am – 5:00pm; Sunday, June 22: 10:30am – 5:00pm; and Monday, June 23: 10:30am – 3:30pm

SHOW INFO:
For more information on IBS Las Vegas, visit ibslasvegas.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

For more information on IECSC Las Vegas, visit iecsclasvegas.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Upcoming Events
IECSC Florida will take place September 28-29, 2025, at the Palm Beach Convention Center. Visit iecscflorida.com for more information.

About IBS Las Vegas
IBS Las Vegas is a trade show and conference for members of the professional beauty industry. The show is for beauty professionals only and is not open to the general public. The show’s main objective is to educate, in effect opening new doors for beauty professionals. IBS is only open to licensed beauty professionals and currently enrolled cosmetology students and educators. For more information, visit ibslasvegas.com.

About IECSC
The International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conferences (IECSC) are for professionals only and reach a wide cross‐section of participants from spa and wellness product manufacturers and distributors to spa owners, directors and managers, estheticians, massage therapists, cosmetologists, medical estheticians, and dermatologists. With dynamic trade show floors, in-depth conference programs, and presented by American Spa, the IECSC events provide the perfect meeting ground for the world’s most elite and qualified spa professionals looking to meet the top skin, cosmetic and wellness companies. For more information, visit iecsc.com.

About QUESTEX
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here. 

Media Contact
Amanda Brokaw
IBS Las Vegas and IECSC Las Vegas
[email protected]

Judges from across television, film and life sciences join judging panel for CineHealth Awards taking place during Fierce Pharma Week

LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Digital Health Networks, a global leader in healthcare-focused original content production and OTT streaming, is partnering with Questex’s Fierce Pharma Week, a leading event for the life sciences community, dedicated to advancing pharma marketing innovation. The CINEHEALTH Awards ceremony will take place at Fierce Pharma Week on September 10, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA.

Today, Digital Health Networks announces the list of judges for the third annual CINEHEALTH International Health and Wellness Film and Video Festival where “The CINEHEALTH Awards” will be presented in the following categories: Feature Films, Short Films, Episodic Series, Social Media Shorts and Podcasts.

The festival is the largest international film festival focusing exclusively on health and wellness. CINEHEALTH works to bring the community together through patient and HCP engagement using innovative storytelling.

The judging panel consists of individuals who span across the entertainment and healthcare sectors including celebrities and producers as well as life sciences and media executives.

Judges include:
	Kelly Killoran Bensimon:	Real Housewives of New York
	Suzanne Warren:	Producer: Hacksaw Ridge, The Last King of Scotland
	Cindy Cowan:	Producer: Very Dead Things, Red Lights
	Maurice Benard:	Actor: General Hospital
	Victor Parada:	Health Brands Lead: NBCUniversal
	Matthew Glotzer:	SVP: A+E Global Media
	Matt Rotondo:	Head of Brands: Sugar23
	Shawn Booth:	Senior Director: Astrazeneca
	Gabriel Kerr:	Producer: Rock’n Robin Productions
	Dr. Shikha Jain:	University of Illinois Cancer Center, TED Talk Speaker
	T.J. Cimfel:	Chief Creative Officer, Avalere Health / Writer: Don’t Move
	Katie Baldwin:	Vice President: Pfizer
	Dr. Susan Dorfman:	CEO: CMI Media
	Bruno Rosato:	Casting Agent: To Catch a Killer, Get Smart
	Kamya Elawadhi:	Chief Commercial Officer: Doceree
	J.D. Cassidy:	President: Syneos Health
	Erin Fitzgerald:	Chief Marketing Officer: Sermo
	Debra Richman:	Partner: Forward Ventures Group
	Josie Waters:	Consumer & Patient Marketing Expert
	Amie Dover:	Host: Caregivers Guide to Cancer
	Tim Glennon:	CEO: Illuminations Strategy Group
	Chris Carberg:	CEO: Carberg Productions
	Andrea Csabai:	Head of Studio: StoryFile
	Dr. Daniel Carucci:	Chief Medical Officer, McCann Health
	Kaitlyn Belicose:	Practice Leader: Real Chemistry
	Gozde Dinc:	Director: Genentech

The event will culminate in a live red-carpet dinner awards ceremony during Fierce Pharma Week on September 10, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA. Fierce Pharma Week is an immersive, informative, and thought-provoking event featuring top-tier keynote speakers, insightful case studies, engaging panel discussions, and much more. The event is organized by Fierce Pharma.

“We are super excited about this year‘s CINEHEALTH festival!,” said Tracey Yaw, Director of Media Business Affairs for Avalere Health and CineHealth Festival Director. “In our third year, we are literally rolling out the red carpet with additional judges, more content, a red carpet cocktail reception, awards dinner and after party to celebrate our platform for those storytellers who passionately work so hard to have their voices heard and lend it to others who need it.”

“We are thrilled to partner with Digital Health Networks on the third annual CINEHEALTH Awards. The awards program is an excellent fit for our Fierce Pharma Week event, which celebrates and showcases innovation in pharma marketing. We look forward to celebrating all the finalists and winners during the Fierce Pharma Week conference September 8-11, 2025 in Philadelphia,” said Jennifer Woods, Vice President, Fierce Life Sciences Events, Questex.

Registration to attend the event can be reached on the CINEHEALTH website at www.cine-health.com

About Digital Health Networks

Founded in 2018 and made up of key executives from the film, television, agency, medical profession, and pharmaceutical media industries, Digital Health Networks focuses on important consumer health verticals such as cancer, diabetes, chronic pain, autism, healthy ageing, and many others. The network provides inspirational content and human stories that allow people to have an emotional and personal connection while providing educational resources about their conditions.

DHN features thousands of hours of streaming content across its channel portfolio and operates a genre-based studio that produces and distributes original feature films, television series, and live events targeting healthcare communities across the globe. www.dhn.tv

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

For Digital Health Networks Media Inquiries please contact Tracey Yaw, Festival Director, CineHealth:

[email protected]

For Fierce Pharma Week Media Inquiries please contact Linda Lam, Senior Marketing Director, Fierce Pharma Week:

[email protected] 

DSE 2025 Takes Place October 19-21 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront

NEW YORK, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Digital Signage Experience (DSE), the premier event for the digital signage industry, officially opens registration for the event today. Register here.

Reimagined from the ground up, DSE 2025 features a bold new format, a new destination, an invigorating format, and registration options tailored to the diverse needs of the digital signage ecosystem. The event takes place October 19-21, 2025, at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront in California.

“DSE 2025 promises to be a must-attend event packed with actionable insights, innovative technologies and unparalleled networking opportunities. Plus, our new format offers an intimate and immersive setting designed to foster meaningful connections and partnerships,” said David Drain, Event Director for DSE.

DSE’s format is designed to blend high-impact education with hands-on technology showcases, curated networking and experiential activations. The conference program will feature a compelling lineup of keynotes, panel discussions and technical sessions addressing the future of digital signage, AI-driven content strategies, retail media networks, interactive design, sustainability and more. Additionally, the expanded speaker roster will feature top-tier thought leaders, trailblazing creatives and industry disruptors from retail, hospitality, corporate, transportation, education, healthcare and beyond.

DSE 2025 is also introducing new specialized passes for its targeted audience. Options include:

• The End User / Architect Pass is tailored for professionals designing, managing, or deploying digital signage solutions in physical environments
• The Agency / Consultant / Integrator Pass is tailored for professionals shaping strategies, implementing solutions or driving innovation for clients

View the pass options and register here.

For more information visit www.digitalsignageexperience.com.

For sponsor and exhibitor inquiries, contact Kelly Turner at [email protected].

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About Digital Signage Experience (DSE)
Digital Signage Experience (DSE) is the preeminent event and digital platform for the digital signage industry, showcasing innovations in technology, market applications and creative educational content. With an increased focus on reaching key end-user markets for digital solutions and experiences, DSE will harness other audiences and platforms in hotels, hospitality, travel, healthcare, entertainment, education, sensors and communications technology and more.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Charlene Soucy
Senior Director, Marketing | Experiential Technology
Questex
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Influential executives from Warner Bros. Discovery, Lionsgate, Sony, Pluto TV, Paramount+, Tubi and more to join the show in this exclusive program

NEW YORK, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s StreamTV Show, the ultimate gathering for the streaming television industry, today launches StreamTV Connect – an exclusive program aimed at creating real opportunities and partnerships that move the streaming and connected TV industries forward. StreamTV Show takes place June 11-13 in Denver, Colorado. Register here.

Senior-level content buyers, technology leaders, and media buyers from leading companies and exciting startups include:

Warner Bros. Discovery
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Pluto TV
LG Electronics
TelevisaUnivision
Lionsgate 
FuboTV
Paramount+
Tubi
Roku
Frndly TV
And more

“This program is about connecting the right people at the right time,” said Kevin Gray, VP, Experiential Technology, Questex. “By facilitating meaningful 1-to-1 conversations, we’re giving buyers and sellers the platform to forge valuable partnerships that shape the future of streaming.”

As part of the StreamTV Connect Buyer Program, first-time qualifying buyers will receive a complimentary conference pass to attend the StreamTV Show, taking place June 11–13, 2025, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, Colorado. In addition, buyers will receive a $750 travel stipend as a post-show reimbursement to help cover their expenses.

Buyers interested in joining StreamTV Connect can learn more and apply here.

Interested in meeting buyers 1-to-1 and showcase your solutions? Reach out to join the program.

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Don’t miss your chance to be part of the streaming TV event of the year. Register to attend StreamTV Show here.

About The StreamTV Show
StreamTV Show isn’t just a market and expo – it’s a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is shaped.

Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV is widely known as the streaming industry’s largest annual event. For more information, visit http://www.streamtvshow.com. The StreamTV Show is supported by the event’s official publication, StreamTV Insider, the streaming TV industry’s daily monitor. For more information, visit https://www.streamtvinsider.com.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Charlene Soucy
StreamTV Show
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NEW YORK, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Luxury Travel Advisor’s ULTRA Summit from Questex takes place May 5–7 at Chateau Elan Winery & Resort in Braselton, Georgia, with a powerful keynote address from Deloitte’s Deirdre O’Connell, Travel & Hospitality Transformation Leader. Titled “Transformative Forces Reshaping Luxury Travel and Events,” the keynote will offer fresh insights into the evolving dynamics of luxury travel and MICE through the lens of generational change, emerging technologies, and shifting wealth patterns.

The high-impact session anchors an immersive, content-rich agenda at ULTRA Summit, the premier event for North American luxury travel agency owners, managers, and top-producing advisors. Designed to deliver high-level networking, curated one-to-one appointments, and compelling education, the ULTRA Summit serves as a critical platform for defining and navigating the future of luxury travel.

Additional conference highlights Include:

• The Travel Advisor’s Place in An Industry at a Crossroads
  Cameron Sperance, Content/Editorial Director, Questex Travel Group
• Mastering Luxury: Strategies to Elevate Your Travel Business
  Kimberly Floyd, Luxury Travel Advisor, FROSCH, Fernando Gonzales, CEO, First in Service, Amanda Klimak, President & Co-Owner, Largay Travel, and Matt Turner, Editor, Questex Travel Group, Moderator.
• Beyond the Itinerary: The Future of Trust, Well-Being & Sustainability in Luxury Travel & Beyond
  Janice Cardinale VEMM, Founder, Event Minds Matter, Tammy Hsu, CMP, Sustainability Events Manager, S&P Global Intelligence, Cameron Sperance, Content/Editorial Director, Questex Travel Group, Moderator.

The Power of Co-Location: Luxury Travel & MICE Converge
Extensive industry research highlights the rising convergence of luxury leisure and MICE travel, as high-net-worth travelers increasingly demand seamless, high-end experiences that integrate business and leisure elements. New this year, ULTRA Summit will co-locate with the Global Meeting & Incentive Travel Exchange (GMITE), reflecting the growing synergy between luxury leisure and MICE travel. The shared agenda presents expanded business development and learning opportunities, including a joint evening reception on May 6 and integrated sessions during the “Trends & Topics” conference on May 7.

This integration enhances business development opportunities for both sectors and underscores the growing demand for high-touch, experience-driven itineraries that seamlessly blend business and leisure travel.

For more information visit ltaultrasummit.com. For suppliers who wish to reserve a place, click here.

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About Luxury Travel Advisor
Luxury Travel Advisor was founded in 2005, as the only outlet created for the very important luxury segment. Luxury Travel Advisor boasts a readership of 15,000 hand-selected travel advisors who belong to Virtuoso, Signature, American Express, Ensemble and Internova, as well as those hard-to-reach independent luxury travel advisors across the United States and Canada. The readers of Luxury Travel Advisor sell to the most affluent consumers across the world and the ULTRA Summit is the intimate, in-person event where those advisors collaborate with top suppliers on how to navigate a successful business plan for the future. The Dossier newsletter publishes news from LuxuryTravelAdvisor.com twice a week and reaches a broad audience of luxury travel professionals worldwide.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact:
Jennifer Rosen
Sr. Marketing Director
[email protected]
+1 212-400-6233