Connect Summer Marketplace
Expodeck United States · Tampa

Connect Summer Marketplace

Dates
August 24, 2026 – August 26, 2026
Venue
Tampa Convention Center
Location
Tampa, United States
Dates
August 24, 2026 – August 26, 2026
Venue
Tampa Convention Center
Location
Tampa, United States

About This Expo

Connect Summer Marketplace is a premier B2B event and international business networking platform specifically tailored for the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) industry. It unites industry leaders, solution providers, and decision-makers across multiple sectors, fostering collaboration and growth. This event is essential for professionals responsible for planning, sourcing, selling, or powering events at scale, including event organizers, meeting planners, hoteliers, and technology providers, as well as buyers with direct purchasing power. Participants can expect to meet the right people, close deals faster, and achieve measurable results. Exhibitors benefit significantly from pre-scheduled meetings and direct access to pre-qualified hosted buyers who are actively sourcing and managing substantial budgets, ensuring a strong return on investment through curated one-on-one appointments.

Highlights

5 items
01
MICE Industry Focus
Premier B2B event and international networking platform for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions professionals.
02
Pre-Scheduled Meetings
Drive revenue and close deals faster with curated one-on-one appointments with qualified buyers.
03
Hosted Buyer Program
Access pre-qualified hosted buyers with substantial budgets, ensuring high ROI for exhibitors.
04
Diverse Marketplace Tracks
Connect with buyers and suppliers across Association, Corporate, International, Specialty, and Sports event types.
05
Onsite MPAC Certification
Opportunity to complete the Meeting Professional Audiovisual Certificate through integrated sessions.
3,094
Attendees
125
Exhibitors
3,595
Net Area · ㎡

FAQ

5 questions
The event is for professionals planning, sourcing, selling, or powering events at scale, including event organizers, meeting planners, hoteliers, and procurement agencies. It also targets buyers with direct purchasing power.
Hosted Buyers participate in up to 45 curated 9-minute one-on-one meetings with participating suppliers. A $200 deposit is fully refunded upon completion of assigned appointments.
Yes, attendees can complete the Meeting Professional Audiovisual Certificate (MPAC) onsite through sessions integrated directly into the event schedule.
Suppliers can book hotel rooms, but they should note that blocks close on August 3.
The event covers Marketplace Tracks including Association, Corporate, International, Specialty, and Sports event types.