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Where the MICE Industry Met
More intentional. More efficient. More impactful than ever before.
Louisville was more than a destination—it was a powerful reminder of what happens when the industry comes together. The energy, the meetings, and the outcomes reinforced what’s possible when connections happen face-to-face. Momentum is already building for 2027. Make sure you’re in the room when Connect Spring Marketplace takes over Wynn Las Vegas.
ICYMI, Connect Spring Marketplace is headed to Wynn Las Vegas 🎲
Don’t miss your chance to be there—register now to lock in our lowest buyer & supplier rates.
This Was More Than an Event.
Connect Spring Marketplace delivered the strategic connections, insider knowledge, and tangible outcomes that turned potential into performance.
Deals. Delivered.
Conversations turned into contracts during thousands of pre-scheduled, face-to-face meetings that redefined how the industry does business.
Wisdom. Weaponized.
From big-picture trends to tactical takeaways, our speakers delivered insights designed to spark action and drive results.
Relationships. Redefined.
Intentional networking experiences brought the right people together, fueling conversations, partnerships, and momentum across the industry.
Connect Spring Marketplace 2026 By the Numbers
Beyond promises—here’s the measurable proof of our marketplace power.
Projected 1:1 Meetings
Projected Attendees
Projected Hosted Buyers
Projected First Time Buyers
Don’t Just Attend. Own the Room.
This is where the industry’s most valuable buyers show up ready to connect—and make decisions. As a sponsor, you’re not on the sidelines, you’re at the center of it all. Put your brand in front of the right people, at the right moment, and make every interaction count.
Savannah Montgomery
Manager, Events and Hospitality
Salesforce
This is how you plan an event! Everything is thought of from pre-registration to the closing events. Be ready to come home energized and buzzing from the week's events!
How to Attend
Explore our registration options and choose the one that's right for you.
Supplier
Gain access to a targeted audience of buyers with significant purchasing power.
If you're looking to secure contracts from buyers that control spend in the conference, tradeshow, meetings, and sports industry, you qualify as a Connect supplier.
As a Connect supplier, you'll participate in scheduled one-on-one marketplace appointments and have the opportunity to showcase your offerings to a captive buyer. You'll also benefit from all of Connect Spring Marketplace's unique offerings.
Your supplier badge includes:
✅ 3-Day access to our dynamic event experience
✅ Entrance to Connect Spring Marketplace networking events
✅ 4+ hours of educational content
✅ Up to 25 guaranteed marketplace appointments with qualified Connect Hosted Buyers
Hosted Buyer
Meet one-on-one with suppliers capable of meeting your unique needs.
If you're a meeting and event professional looking to source and select vendors for your upcoming event, you could qualify as a Connect Hosted Buyer.
As a Connect Hosted Buyer, you'll participate in scheduled one-on-one marketplace appointments with highly-vetted suppliers from across the nation. We'll cover the cost of your travel and hotel accommodations so you can enjoy access to Connect Spring Marketplace's unique offerings.
Your Hosted Buyer badge includes:
✅ 3-Day access to our dynamic event experience
✅ Entrance to Connect Spring Marketplace networking events
✅ 4+ hours of educational content
✅ Up to 45 marketplace appointments with qualified Connect Suppliers
