Ticket Summit®, the leading conference and trade show for the ticketing and live event industry, was recently included in EXPO Magazine's Top 25 Fast-Growth Shows list. The networking conference was ranked 23 overall in the country, for its fast-paced growth as well as integration of innovative technology in its conference design.

According to EXPO Magazine, the list "assesses conferences and expos not just for their size, but also for new strategies, innovative ways of showcasing exhibitors, blockbuster growth, and use of new media and IT." The 25 conferences and trade shows listed cater to a variety of industries, such as hospitality, food, and event services.

"EXPO Magazine ranked each entrant on eight metrics: square foot size, square foot growth, attendee size, attendee growth, exhibitor size, exhibitor growth, revenue growth, and attendees per square foot," according to the magazine. Ticket Summit® was ranked 3rd in revenue growth and 5th in exhibitor growth. Growth for all conferences was determined by comparing 2010 statistics with those from 2011.

Other shows on the list include National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, the World Dairy Expo, the Wedding Salon, and more. PROCESS EXPO, organized by the Food Processing Suppliers Association, was ranked number one overall.

"We are very pleased to have the Ticket Summit® conference and trade show rank among the Top 25 Fast-Growth Shows list," said Dr. Molly A. Mérez, Executive Director, Ticket Summit®. "Providing fresh and relevant conference content, as well as integrating innovative technology, are essential components to creating a unique conference experience. We are honored to have our innovative efforts be recognized alongside other upstanding honorees."

The next Ticket Summit® conference and trade show will be held July 11-13, 2012 at Bellagio Hotel Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, NV.

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