The Shows’ Successful Return to the Javits Center Ignited by New Onsite Experiences

NEW YORK, March 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Beauty Show (IBS New York) and the International Esthetics, Cosmetics, & Spa Conference (IECSC New York) made an unprecedented return to the Javits Center with exciting new onsite experiences and three jam-packed days of the best in beauty and spa. Over thirty thousand professionals attended to walk through miles of exhibits, learn the latest industry trends and techniques from prominent artists and skilled estheticians, and acquire business-building skills to take their crafts and careers to the next level.

Over 500 brands showcased their newest products and innovations in the nearly 100,000 square feet co-located space. The 2023 Shows kicked off with ribbon cuttings at the Shows’ entrances. Taking part in the events were executives from Questex, Circadia (sponsors of the IECSC New York ribbon cutting) and Tondeo (sponsors of the IBS New York ribbon cutting).

Exhibitors at IBS New York 2023 included: Amika, Andis, Chi by Farouk, DNA Hairtools and Extensions, Gelish + Morgan Taylor, HALOCOUTURE Extensions, KANAR, MAC Cosmetics, Morfose Cosmetics, Olaplex, Parlux, Turbo Power and many more! For the full list, click here.

Exhibitors at IECSC New York 2023 included: Circadia, Eminence Organic Skin Care, HydraFacial, Geneo, FarmHouse Fresh, LightStim+, MerryLaz, Silhouet-Tone USA, Procell Therapies, Repechage and more! For the full list, click here.

As always, attendees had the opportunity to shop for products for their salons and spas at professionals‐only pricing and to network with industry leaders.

“2023 marked a new chapter for both IBS and IECSC New York, propelled by the success of our new onsite experiences which were conceived as a way to celebrate and support our attendees,” said Elizabeth Fantetti, Partnership & Event Director, Questex’s Beauty & Spa Group. “The feedback from everyone who took part in this year’s New York Shows – from the exhibitors to the speakers to the attendees – has been overwhelmingly positive. We can’t wait to build on this success and continue to grow.”

NEW ONSITE EXPERIENCES at the 2023 SHOWS:

THE POWERHOUSE PAVILION: Celebrating Black Beauty Entrepreneurs – located on the IBS New York show floor, this pavilion provided the opportunity to showcase, celebrate, and empower Black beauty industry entrepreneurs. Sponsored by Myavana, the space featured a gallery highlighting some of the most successful Black beauty entrepreneurs over the years, incorporated education panels, and had beauty industry business consultants available to provide guidance for any attendee looking to boost their career.LOOK & LEARN STAGE – also located on the IBS New York show floor, was a veritable social network for trends and education. Attendees watched demonstrations of the latest techniques by renowned artists while lounging and enjoying cocktails with colleagues and friends, displayed their artistic skills on the Graffiti Wall sponsored by Andis, and enjoyed a 360-degree selfie pandemonium sponsored by After Pose, all while the deejay played the latest hits.HEALTHY YOU PAVILION – located on the IECSC New York show floor, this area gave attendees the opportunity to “Say Yes to a Healthy You” while experiencing the latest in health and wellness products from top brands like Sugarbear Vitamin Care. Plus, attendees could stop by the Recharge & Hydrate Lounge to relax, regroup, and reconnect with friends and colleagues.

In addition, the IECSC show floor featured the Studio Stage, a demonstration area developed for exhibitors to present the latest and greatest products and technologies.

An incredible list of speakers and educators took part in this year’s Shows, including:

IBS New York

Candy Shaw (AKA thebalaylama) – the world’s foremost authority on balayage education. She teaches a fast, efficient, no-nonsense method of hair paintingKeya Neal (Kolour Kulture) – an industry activist, DEI Strategist, Kolour Koach, Texture Specialist, KeyNote Speaker, ABCH Certified, and Intercoiffure memberMonaé Everett – a celebrity hair stylist, author and educator with 20 years of experienceGilad Goldstein  – as part of the Ulta Design Team, Gilad creates online Salon Education for stylists globallyIvan Zoot (Clipper Guy) – shares technical cutting, business building and career success education at trade shows and events

For a full list of IBS New York speakers click here.

IECSC New York

Savanna Boda – a Clinical Educator for iS Clinical and SkinPen, and is the in-house esthetician for Dermascope magazine Dr. Susan Lovelle (Dr. Susan, The Thrive Architect) – teaches busy women how to flourish by mastering their energy, weight, and hormones. She’s the Founder of Premiere Wellness, a comprehensive lifestyle health company that serves clients globallyCrystal Ochemba-Powell – an experienced Licensed Esthetician, Makeup Artist, Business Coach and Licensed Continuing Education Provider with a combined ten years of experience in both business marketing and the beauty industryMary Nielsen – after 14 years with a surgical group, plus ten years owning a thriving med-spa and over ten years running a private aesthetics school, with multiple books under her name and countless articles in esthetics journals, to say that Mary Nielsen is passionate about the Aesthetics industry is an understatementE’toshia McFarland – a Licensed Esthetician, award-winning educator, and spa owner of Faces By Etosh

For a full list of IECSC New York speakers, click here.

Exhibitors, speakers, and attendees from both the Spa and Beauty industries shared testimonials of their experiences at this year’s Show:

Michael Pugliese, Circadia“We love exhibiting at IECSC. There is a huge audience always hungry for education, the classes are always standing room only and filled with people not only from New York, but from all over the country and the world. It’s a great way to connect with the aesthetics industry.”  Jeff Fuhr, BAMS“We’re getting a lot of new clients and the opportunity that we found here has been nothing short of excellent. It’s packed here and we’ll be here for the foreseeable future.” Cornell McBride, President and CEO, McBride Research Laboratories (and featured “game changer” in the Powerhouse Pavilion gallery)   “The Powerhouse Pavilion is truly motivating and inspiring for recognizing game changers in the beauty industry. It’s important to have the discussion and understand the history in order to move forward. The conversations that take place in this pavilion will help breaks down barriers. IBS is at the forefront of change.” Alexandra Fox – Attendee“We took a big risk and came from Toronto, and the Shows went beyond our expectations. We learned a lot, saw tons of vendors, found things to add to our studio – we had no idea we were missing.”

For more information, on IBS New York, visit ibsnewyork.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

For more information on IECSC New York, visit iecscnewyork.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Upcoming Events

Additional networking and educational opportunities for beauty and wellness professionals are available at IBS Las Vegas and IECSC Las Vegas, taking place June 24-26, 2023 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Visit ibslasvegas.com or iecsclasvegas.com for more information. Also, IECSC Florida will take place October 15-16, 2023 at the Palm Beach Convention Center. Visit iecscflorida.com for more information.

About IBS New York

Produced by Questex and presented by American Salon, IBS New York is the longest running professional beauty event in the country. IBS New York is for professionals only and reaches a wide cross‐section of participants including salon owners and managers, hair stylists, hair colorists, cosmetologists, makeup artists, nail technicians, beauty and hair product manufacturers and distributors. Connecting serious beauty professionals with the best in the industry, the show brings hundreds of top beauty brands together under one roof for free educational classes by industry legends, workshops, and exclusive show-floor discounts. For more information, visit ibsnewyork.com.

About IECSC

Produced by Questex, 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, 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: travel, 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. 

Contact: Amanda Brokaw
Email: amanda@brokawpr.com
Phone: 917.238.0204

NEW YORK, March 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Hotel Management today announces the inaugural “Forty Over 40” list, which showcases strong, passionate leaders in the hospitality industry who are age 40 plus.

For the first time, Hotel Management opened up its call for nominations to the greater industry in order to capture true talent forty or over that deserves widespread recognition for their dedication to the field.

More than 115 nominations were received, and 40 professionals were chosen by Hotel Management’s senior editorial staff for their dedication and outstanding achievements. They are:

Kurt Alexander, President, Omni Hotels & Resorts
Mark Alvarez, Chief People & Culture Officer, HP Hotels
Matthew Barba, Chief Operating Officer, Charlestowne Hotels
Sam Barnwell, Vice President Operations & Development, Hotel Investment Services
Alycia Bilbrey, Regional Director of Operations, National Hospitality Services
Rik Blyth, Vice President & General Manager, La Fonda on the Plaza
John Brewster, Chief Engineer, SpringHill Suites Franklin (Tenn.) Cool Springs
Lynda Campbell, Vice President of Operations, 5 Senses Hospitality
Brian Cooke, Vice President of Food & Beverage, Driftwood Hospitality
Liz Dahlager, Executive Vice President, Mereté Hotel Management
Carol Davies, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Driftwood Hospitality Management
David Duncan, CEO & President, First Hospitality
Sarah Eustis, Founder & CEO, Main Street Hospitality
Jenni Gaherty, Regional Director of Sales, HHM
Gary Gobin, Director of Operations, hihotels by Hospitality International
David Gould, President of Operations, Superhost Hospitality
Tinisha Green, Revenue Strategist, Crown Hotel & Travel Management
Felicia Haynes, Director of Sales, Embassy Suites Memphis
Rhett Hirko, Senior VP, Revenue Optimization & Distribution, Preferred Travel Group
Lawrence Horwitz, Executive Vice President, Historic Hotels of America & Historic Hotels Worldwide
Brent Jackson, President, Jackson Hotel Management
Sue James, Senior Director, Hilton Worldwide Sales Asia, Hilton
Thomas Kirkland, CEO & Founder, TEKMAK Development
Willis Loughhead, General Manager, The Algonquin Hotel, Times Square
Simon Mais, Chief Operating Officer, EOS Hospitality
David Mariotti, Area General Manager, Remington Hotels
James Meminger, Vice President of eCommerce, HHM
Brian Mock, General Manager, Ideal Hospitality
Kirk Pederson, President, Sightline Hospitality
Jack Poling, General Manager, Hampton Inn Wheeling
Michelle Sedlak, Area Director of Sales, Aimbridge Hospitality
Daymain Smith, CEO & Founder, Synergy Hospitality Group
Richard Squires, Managing Partner, Lennox Capital Partners
Samantha Stallings, Corporate Director – Sales & Culture, HD-Hospitality
Lisa Starks, Director of Human Resources, Crestline Hotels & Resorts
Carolina Torres, Area Director of Sales & Marketing, Economos Properties
Kirt Trivedi, President & Managing Partner, Anant Operations
Hubert Viriot, CEO, YOTEL
Mihir Wankawala, Managing Director, The Wankawala Organization
Shanna Wright, Vice President of Distribution Services, Red Roof

“Millennials—and now those even younger—have received much attention as of late for their contributions to the industry, but Gen X and above are still in the prime of their careers,” said Elaine Simon, Senior Managing Editor with Questex Hospitality and Hotel Management. “HM’s inaugural Forty Over 40 project celebrates some of the most amazing over-40 hoteliers in the business today, ranging from general managers and directors of sales up to CEOs and company founders. We are so excited to present this group to the industry at large and are happy to announce that it will be an annual project going forward. Congratulations to our first Forty Over 40 winners!“

The 2023 “Forty Over 40” winners are featured in the March print issue of Hotel Management. Visit www.hotelmanagement.net to learn more.

About Hotel Management, a Division of Questex Hospitality Group
Hotel Management is a leading B2B centralized print and online source for the latest news, trends and analysis across the hospitality industry. Stay up-to-date on breaking news in global and local investment, development, technology, operations, food & beverage and design.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, 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 Contacts
Elaine Simon
Senior Managing Editor
212-895-8431
esimon@questex.com

Michelle MacLeod
Marketing Manager
617-219-8346
mmacleod@questex.com

Vibe Conference’s Official Charity, Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE), Raised More Than $117,000 for Families in the Food and Beverage Industry Facing Terminal Illnesses or Sudden Losses

NEW YORK, March 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Last week, Questex’s Vibe Conference, the premiere on-premise beverage conference for beverage executives, attracted almost 900 attendees including chain restaurants, hotels, cruise lines, airlines, distributors, consultants, and agencies, a 17% increase compared to 2022. The conference was held at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina in San Diego, California.

Tim McLucas, Vice President of Bar & Restaurant Group, said, “Vibe 2023 was the largest event in our 14-year history, attracting the largest number of first-time operator attendees, which demonstrates how strongly this industry is rebounding and retooling for future growth. We’ve closely aligned the Vibe Conference agenda with the needs of the industry and are delighted to see such positive collaboration among operators, distributors, suppliers, and industry professionals, plus announce a new 2024 location which will enable continued event growth.”

Throughout the three days, attendees learned about the latest beverage trends through education workshops, beverage tastings, research sessions and networking opportunities.

In addition, Tony Abou-Ganim, The Modern Mixologist and Kathy Casey Food Studios–Liquid Kitchen were recipients of the Industry Awards.

CORE Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) is a 501(c)(3) a national non-profit and the charity of choice for the Vibe Conference. It was founded by members of the beverage vertical. CORE raised a total of $117,801 for families in the food and beverage industry facing terminal illnesses or sudden losses. 

Vibe Conference 2024 will take place February 26-28 at Town & Country in San Diego, California. For sponsorship opportunities contact the Vibe Conference team here.

To learn more about the Vibe Conference, visit: https://www.vibeconference.com.

About Vibe Conference
Vibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. The top on-premise conference is held annually and involves high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2024 conference will be held at Town & Country Resort San Diego February 26-28.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, 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
Michelle Osborne
Questex
mosborne@questex.com
617.219.8305

Industry Veterans and Influencers in Digital Signage, Digital-out-of-Home and Digital Media Experiences Will Shape Event

NEW YORK, March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Digital Signage Experience (DSE), the preeminent event and digital platform for the digital signage industry, today unveils the DSE 2023 Advisory Board. DSE takes place December 2-5, 2023, in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall.

The Advisory Board is a mix of industry veterans and influencers in digital signage, digital-out-of-home and digital media experiences whose insight and perspectives will shape the 2023 event.

The new Advisory Board members include:

Cheryl Catteral, Creative Director, Moment FactoryPaul Fleuranges, Ad Director, NY Port AuthorityJimmy Hunt, SVP, Sales & Business Development, SpectrioMirek Kren, COO, signageOSJeanne Lewis, Senior Marketing and Events Manager, SonyAnne McKnight, Senior Director, Business Development, BrandPoint ServicesBryan Meszaros, CEO, OpenEye GlobalZuzana Yalcin, Marketing Director, easescreen

The returning Advisory Board members include:

Stephanie Gutnik, Global Head of DOOH, YahooRick Robinson, Chief Strategy Officer, Project X MediaMarcos Terenzio, VP, Creative & Strategy, iGotcha MediaJackie Walker, Digital Signage Subject Matter Expert and Strategy Lead, Publicis SapientBrad Gleeson, Managing Partner, TargetPath and DSE Executive Producer

“We are thrilled to have these industry thought leaders offer their time, energy and ideas as advisory board members for DSE 2023,” said Brad Gleeson, DSE Executive Producer and Advisory Board coordinator. “We welcome these amazing new members to the board and thank the four returning members that helped so much with the return of DSE last year. Their direct experience with the event will contribute to an incredible event this year. We look forward to all of these digital signage and DOOH industry leaders helping us to create another fantastic program for the industry for 2023.”

To learn more about DSE 2023 and get on the list, visit www.digitalsignageexperience.com.

The 2023 Call for Speakers is now open. Submit your proposal here by March 15, 2023.

Stay connected to DSE on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

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. DSE takes place December 2-5, 2023 in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

About Questex

Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, 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

Sonal Patel

Digital Signage Experience (DSE)

917 858 0390

sonal@sonal.io

The call for submissions is open through May 4

NEW YORK, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Fierce Pharma today announces the call for submissions for the 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 live awards takes place during the Annual Digital Pharma East Conference, September 12-14 in Philadelphia, PA. The call for submissions is open through May 4. Click here to enter.

The awards program categories include:

Digital Campaign – Non-Social MediaInnovation ChallengeMedical Conference or Event MarketingMulticultural CampaignNew Brand LaunchOnline Video or FilmPharma TVPodcast or AudioPrint for ConsumerProfessional MarketingPublic 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 conference include Health Union, who will be presenting the Social Health Awards and DeepIntent, the Digital Campaign – Non-Social Media category sponsor.

For sponsorship opportunities contact Angelique Alcover at aalcover@questex.com.

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: travel, 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 
Dominique Kelly
Fierce Pharma
dkelly@questex.com

NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vibe Conference, the premier on-premise beverage conference for chain beverage executives, today announces the top adult beverage suppliers at the 2023 Supplier Awards.

For more than ten years, the Supplier Awards has invited beverage operators to rate their respective supplier companies on key attributes including business-building support as well as service and support performance through live interviews. To ensure efficient, fair and unbiased balloting and analysis, results were analyzed by food and beverage industry research and consulting firm CM Profit Group. Winners were then identified in four categories including beer, wine, spirits and non-alcohol beverages, categorized by total annual case volume. 

The 2023 Supplier Awards winners:

BEER

Large company:  Molson Coors Beverage CompanyMedium company: Boston Beer Company Small company: New Belgium Brewing 

WINE

Large company:  E&J Gallo WineryMedium company: Ste Michelle Wine EstatesSmall company: J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines  

SPIRITS

Large company: Bacardi USAMedium company: Campari Group Small company: Remy Cointreau

NON-ALCOHOL

Large company: Red Bull North AmericaMedium company: American Beverage MarketersSmall company: Fever Tree

“Congratulations to the 2023 awards winners,” said Tom Fox, Partner, CM Profit Group. “The Supplier Awards program is based on research from the annual CM Profit On Premise Partnering Study. More than 40 operators participated in the live interviews where they rated their respective supplier companies.”

About CM Profit Group
CM Profit Group works in the areas of National Account research, training and consulting primarily for beverage alcohol suppliers and distributors. The annual PARTNERING STUDY is syndicated research. CM Profit Group clients have included virtually every major (and many smaller) beverage alcohol supplier in the United States. http://www.cmprofit.com 

About Vibe Conference
Vibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. The top on-premise conference is held annually and involves high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2023 conference is held February 27-March 1 at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, 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
Michelle Osborne
Questex
mosborne@questex.com
617.219.8305

NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vibe Conference, the premier on-premise beverage conference for chain beverage executives, today announces that Tony Abou-Ganim of The Modern Mixologist and Kathy Casey of Kathy Casey Food Studios–Liquid Kitchen have been awarded the 2023 Industry Awards. The Vibe Conference takes place February 27-March 1 at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina.

“Congrats to Tony Abou-Ganim and Kathy Casey on their 2023 Industry Awards. We applaud them on the contributions they have made to our industry,” said Tim McLucas, Vice President, Bar & Restaurant.

Abou-Ganim is widely regarded as one of the pioneering and leading bar professionals in the world. Today, Abou-Ganim is partnering with Chef Shawn McClain in two restaurants, Libertine Social in Las Vegas and Highlands in Detroit and also collaborates with Levy Restaurants on various arenas, along with T-Mobile and Allegiant stadium in Las Vegas. Abou-Ganim grew up in the bar business and his initial introduction to the business was steeped in the tradition of classic cocktails and professional barmanship. He honed his skills served as the opening bartender at Po, Mario Batali’s first restaurant and opened Harry Denton’s Starlight Room atop the Sir Francis Drake Hotel where he developed his first specialty cocktail menu featuring several of his original cocktail recipes. He also developed the cocktail program for the new Bellagio Las Vegas. Abou-Ganim is the author of The Modern Mixologist: Contemporary Classic Cocktails.

Casey is a leader in trend identification of what’s hot in the culinary and cocktail scene. She is the owner of Kathy Casey Food Studios–Liquid Kitchen, a full-service global agency specializing in food, beverage, and concept development, as well as brand launches, onsite training, and opening assistance. She has been featured on PBS Cooking in the Beautiful Northwest and Small Screen Networks Kathy Casey’s Liquid Kitchen cocktail show. When she’s not dreaming up “the next big thing,” Casey can be found foraging for wild mushrooms, shaking up cocktails using ingredients from her urban garden or searching for the best new tasty travel locations.

To learn more about the Vibe Conference, visit: https://www.vibeconference.com. Stay connected with the Vibe Conference and industry news at https://www.barandrestaurant.com/

About Vibe Conference
Vibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. The top on-premise conference is held annually and involves high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2023 conference will be held February 27-March 1 at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, 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
Michelle Osborne
Questex
mosborne@questex.com
617.219.8305

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Vibe Conference, the premiere on-premise beverage conference for executives, today announces the 2023 Vista Awards. Vibe Vista Awards recognize the top performers in the beverage industry through the creation, training, execution, management, and on-going positive results of beverage programs.

Vibe Vista Awards entries were reviewed by a panel of Johnson & Wales University beverage faculty, staff and alumni and were judged on positive beverage sales initiatives, efficient operational innovations and training and service programs producing high quality standards.

This year’s Vibe Vista Award winners include:

Best Adult Alcohol-Free Beverage Program: Norwegian Cruise Line    Best Beer Program: Buffalo Wild WingsBest Spirits Program: BJ’s Restaurant & BrewhouseBest Wine Program: Norwegian Cruise LineBest Beverage Limited Time Offer: PPX HospitalityBest Beverage Menu: HEI Hotels & ResortsBest Overall: Hotels, Casinos & Cruise Lines: Royal Caribbean InternationalBest Overall: Multi-Unit Chain Restaurants: Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

Tim McLucas, Vice President, Bar & Restaurant, said, “Congratulations to the 2023 Vibe Vista Awards winners. Winners were judged based on positive beverage sales initiatives, efficient operational innovations and training and service programs producing high quality standards. We applaud them on their success.”

To learn more about the Vibe Conference, visit: https://www.vibeconference.com. Stay connected with the Vibe Conference and industry news at https://www.barandrestaurant.com/

About Vibe Conference
Vibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. The top on-premise conference is held annually and involves high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2023 conference will be held February 27-March 1 at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, 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
Michelle Osborne
Questex
mosborne@questex.com
617.219.8305

Join us for the Best in Beauty and Spa, Plus New Onsite Experiences
March 5-7 at the Javits Center

NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Beauty Show (IBS New York) and the International Esthetics, Cosmetics, & Spa Conference (IECSC New York) return to the Javits Convention Center March 5-7, co-locating to offer beauty and wellness professionals nearly 100,000 square feet of exhibit space, where hundreds of brands will be selling at professionals-only prices. In addition to the exciting list of exhibitors and educators, the 2023 New York Shows will feature multiple new onsite experiences that celebrate and support event attendees, while encouraging them to say YES to themselves.

Attendees will have the opportunity to walk through miles of exhibits, learn the latest industry trends and techniques from prominent artists and skilled estheticians, and acquire business-building skills to take their crafts and careers to the next level.

“We’re thrilled to be back in New York City with new onsite experiences and opportunities that encourage and celebrate our attendees and help boost their careers,” said Elizabeth Fantetti, Partnership & Event Director, Questex’s Beauty & Spa Group. “The Shows provide the chance to honor the unsung heroes and hardest working people in the professional beauty and spa industries. We’ve created a space for them to shine, grow and be seen.”

NEW ONSITE EXPERIENCES

THE POWERHOUSE PAVILION: Celebrating Black Beauty Entrepreneurs – located on the IBS New York show floor, this pavilion will showcase, celebrate, and empower Black beauty industry entrepreneurs. Sponsored by Myavana, the space will feature a gallery highlighting some of the most successful beauty entrepreneurs over the years and have beauty industry business consultants available to provide guidance for any attendee looking to boost their careers.LOOK & LEARN STAGE – also located on the IBS New York show floor, attendees can watch renowned artists demonstrate the latest techniques while lounging, networking and enjoying cocktails with colleagues and friends.HEALTHY YOU PAVILION – located on the IECSC New York show floor, this area gives attendees the opportunity to “Say Yes to a Healthy You” while experiencing the latest in health and wellness products from top brands like Sugarbear Vitamin Care. Plus, attendees can stop by the Recharge & Hydrate Lounge to relax, regroup and reconnect with friends and colleagues.

In addition, the IECSC show floor will feature the Studio Stage, a demonstration area developed for exhibitors to present the latest and greatest products and technologies.

The IBS New York 2023 exhibit floor will feature hundreds of high-profile brands, including: Amika, Andis, Chi by Farouk, DNA Hairtools and Extensions, Gelish + Morgan Taylor, HALOCOUTURE Extensions, KANAR, MAC Cosmetics, Morfose Cosmetics, Olaplex, Parlux, Turbo Power and many more! For the full list, click here.

IECSC New York 2023 exhibiting brands will include Circadia, Eminence Organic Skin Care, HydraFacial, Geneo, FarmHouse Fresh, LightStim+, MerryLaz, Silhouet-Tone USA, Procell Therapies, Repechage and more! For the full list, click here.

Over 200 sessions are included free with an Exhibit Hall pass. Hands-on workshops provide a more tactile educational experience for an additional fee. Attendees have access to all free classes at both co-located Shows.

Attendees may register to attend by clicking here. Exhibit Hall passes include all free classes at IBS New York, all Product-Focused Education at IECSC New York, and unlimited access to each exhibit hall. Hands-on Workshops at IBS New York and the curated conference sessions at IECSC New York are available for additional fees. All paid conference sessions include a three-day exhibit hall pass. Press may apply for a media pass here.

2023 SHOW FACTS

WHEN: Sunday, March 5 + Monday, March 6: 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday, March 7: 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

WHERE: Javits Center, 429 11th Ave, New York, NY

INFO: For more information, on IBS New York, visit ibsnewyork.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

For more information on IECSC New York, visit iecscnewyork.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Upcoming Events

Additional networking and educational opportunities for beauty and wellness professionals are available at IBS Las Vegas and IECSC Las Vegas, taking place June 24-26, 2023 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Visit ibslasvegas.com or iecsclasvegas.com for more information. Also, IECSC Florida will take place October 15-16, 2023 at the Palm Beach Convention Center. Visit iecscflorida.com for more information.

About IBS New York

Produced by Questex and presented by American Salon, IBS New York is the longest running professional beauty event in the country. IBS New York is for professionals only and reaches a wide cross‐section of participants including salon owners and managers, hair stylists, hair colorists, cosmetologists, makeup artists, nail technicians, beauty and hair product manufacturers and distributors. Connecting serious beauty professionals with the best in the industry, the show brings hundreds of top beauty brands together under one roof for free educational classes by industry legends, workshops, and exclusive show-floor discounts. For more information, visit ibsnewyork.com.

About IECSC

Produced by Questex, 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, 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: travel, 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 New York and IECSC New York

Amanda@BrokawPR.com

917-238-0204