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MARITZ ACQUIRES CONVENTION DATA SERVICES (CDS) FROM FREEMAN
ST. LOUIS (July 8, 2024) – Maritz, a leader in meetings and event management, acquired Convention Data Services (CDS), a registration, on-site and lead services partner for top trade shows and association events on July 1 from Freeman.
Convention Data Services Becomes Strategic Full-Service Registration and Integration Partner for Informa Markets’ North American Event Portfolio
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESSWIRE / April 25, 2024 / Convention Data Services (CDS) announces Informa Markets, the world's leading B2B event organizer, has selected CDS as their official vendor for full-service registration, integrations and lead management services for all events under the North American portfolio. The partnership, which launched in January, has already been fruitful, with first quarter events already showing improved registration wait times.
Messe Frankfurt selects Convention Data Services for Full-Service Registration, Contact Center, and Lead Management Services for The Clean Show for 2025 and 2027
Messe Frankfurt has selected Convention Data Services (CDS) to provide registration, contact center, and lead management services for 2025 and 2027 for their biennial event, The Clean Show.
MHI Inks Renewal Deal with Convention Data Services for Registration, Integrations, Session Tracking, Contact Center, and Lead Management Services for 5 Years from 2024-2028
MHI has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for five years from 2024 to 2028. CDS will provide full-service registration, integrations, session tracking, contact center, and lead management services for their biennial industry-leading events, MODEX and ProMat.
CDS Makes Updates to Executive Leadership Team
Convention Data Services (CDS) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Casey McMullen as Vice President of Innovation and Technology and the promotions of Ken Ferreira to Vice President of Client Solutions and Kathy Tracey to Vice President of Client Success. In their new executive roles, Ken Ferreira and Kathy Tracey will lead CDS’ Sales Department in its transition to a Customer Success model.
IAAPA selects Convention Data Services for Registration, Lead Management, Integrations and Contact Center Services for 2023
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has selected Convention Data Services (CDS) to provide registration, lead management, integrations and contact center services for the 2023 editions of IAAPA Expo and IAAPA Expo Europe.
National Safety Council Inks Renewal Deal with Convention Data Services for Registration, Integrations, Attendee Lists, Contact Center and Lead Management Services for 4 Years from 2023-2026
The National Safety Council (NSC) has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for four years from 2023 to 2026. CDS will provide full-service registration, integrations, attendee lists, contact center and lead management services for the NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo as well as the NSC Safety Congress & Expo, the largest annual event for safety, health and environmental professionals featuring more than 800 exhibiting companies.
American Clean Power Association Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services for Registration, Integrations, Contact Center Services, and Lead Management Services for 3 Years from 2023-2025
The American Clean Power Association has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for three years from the start of 2023 to December 2025. CDS will provide full-service registration, integrations, contact center services, and lead management services for their CLEANPOWER Conference and Exhibition as well as self-service registration for their smaller meetings.
Convention Data Services Inks Deal with The Toy Association for Registration, Lead Management, Integrations, and Contact Center Services from 2023–2025
The Toy Association has selected Convention Data Services (CDS) to provide registration, lead management, integrations and contact center services for Toy Fair for three years from 2023 to 2025.
The American Sportfishing Association Selects Convention Data Services for Registration, Integrations, Lead Management, and Contact Center Services for 4 Years From 2023 to 2026
The American Sportfishing Association has selected Convention Data Services (CDS) to provide full-service registration, integrations, lead management, and contact center services for 4 years from 2023 to 2026 for their annual event, International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades (ICAST).
AAO Selects Convention Data Services for Registration, Integrations, Lead Management, and Contact Center Services for 3 Years From 2023 to 2025
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for three years through 2025. CDS will provide full-service registration, integrations, lead management, and contact center services for their Annual Session and Winter Conference, as well as self-service registration for their smaller meetings.
ASCRS Selects Convention Data Services for Registration, Integrations, Lead Management, and Contact Center Services for 5 Years From 2023 to 2027
The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for five years through 2027. CDS will provide full-service registration, integrations, lead management, and contact center services for the ASCRS Annual Meeting, as well as self-service registration for their smaller meetings.
IPC Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services for Five Years through 2029
IPC International, Inc. (IPC) has renewed its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for five years from 2025 to 2029. CDS will provide full-service registration, integrations, lead management, sessions and access control, and contact center services, as well as self-service registration for their smaller events.
PMMI Renews Partnership with Convention Data Services for Registration, Integrations, Lead Management, and Contact Center Services for Five Years from 2023 to 2028
PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for five years from 2023 to 2028. CDS will provide full service registration, lead management, integrations, data analytics, and contact center services for their PACK EXPO portfolio of trade shows.
Convention Data Services Inks Multi-show Deal with Clarion Events North America for Registration, Lead Management, Integrations, and Contact Center Services from 2023–2025
Clarion Events North America has selected Convention Data Services (CDS) to provide registration, lead management, integrations, and contact center services for nearly 30 shows annually for three years from 2023 to 2025.
SHRM Selects Convention Data Services for Registration, Integrations and Lead Management Through 2024
SHRM, the Society for Human Resource Management, has selected Convention Data Services (CDS) to provide registration, integrations and lead management for their Annual Conference and Expo and several other events. SHRM’s Annual Conference and Expo is the world’s largest human resources event.
American Pet Products Association Selects Convention Data Services for Registration, Integrations and Lead Management Through 2024
The American Pet Products Association has selected Convention Data Services (CDS) as its new trusted registration partner. The contract calls for CDS to provide full registration, lead retrieval and integrations services for their event, Global Pet Expo, the largest annual event of the pet industry.
Alex Young to Lead Event Services at Convention Data Services
Bourne, MA – July 7, 2021: Convention Data Services (CDS), a Freeman company, the global leader in registration and digital event solutions, is excited to announce the addition of Alex Young to its Event Services team. Alex will lead the services team in delivering the highest level of service, focused on optimal client satisfaction. As client needs continue to shift, Alex will work with CDS leadership to ensure a first-class registration experience.
Massachusetts Dental Society Renews Partnership with Convention Data Services
Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) renewed its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for two years through 2023. CDS will provide registration, lead management, CE survey and certificate application, and data analytics for the Yankee Dental Congress.
CDS Welcomes Industry Veteran Ian Twentey as VP Business Development
Convention Data Services (CDS), a Freeman company, the global leader in registration and digital event solutions, is excited to announce strategic changes to its sales organization. To support CDS’s continued growth, Ian Twentey, will assume the position of VP, Business Development.
IEEE and Horizon House Partner with Convention Data Services for Five Years
IEEE’s show management company, Horizon House has selected Convention Data Services (CDS) to provide registration, lead management, session tracking, and contact center for the International Microwave Symposium (IMS).
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers Partners with Convention Data Services and TurnoutNow for Three Years
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers has selected Convention Data Services (CDS) and TurnoutNow (TON) to provide registration, housing, lead management, beacon tracking, and data analytics for their Utility Expo that will be held in 2021 and 2023.
LightFair Selects Convention Data Services as Registration, Lead Management, and Integrations Partner
Convention Data Services (CDS) was selected by LightFair International for a four-year contract, 2021-2024, to provide registration, lead management, and integrations for their marquis event, LightFair.
MHI Selects Convention Data Services as Registration Partner
Convention Data Services (CDS) was selected by MHI, Material Handling Institute, for a three-year contract from 2021 through 2023. CDS will provide registration, lead management, integrations, and contact center for ProMat 2021 & 2023 and MODEX 2022.
Convention Data Services Launches Digital Badge Solution for Touchless Event Registration
Convention Data Services (CDS) today announced the launch of DigiBadge, a new event check-in solution managed directly from a personal mobile device. DigiBadge enables show organizers to provide a safe, touchless, and highly efficient self-check-in registration solution for attendees. This new solution is a fundamental part of CDS’ Touchless Toolkit, created to support the health and safety of all event-goers.
Convention Data Services Welcomes New Washington, DC Region Sales Account Executive Aimee McBride
Convention Data Services (CDS) announced today that Aimee McBride has been named Sales Account Executive for the Washington, DC area. McBride, a 13-year industry veteran, will oversee client relationships and account management. The appointment affirms CDS’ continued focus and development of a key market within the tradeshow industry.
The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo (CAMX) Renews Partnership with Convention Data Services for Three Years
The American Composites Manufacturing Association (ACMA) and the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE), co-producers of the Composites and Advanced Materials Expo (CAMX) have renewed its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) to provide full-service registration, lead management and integrations for CAMX 2020 through 2023.
Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering Selects Convention Data Services for Registration and Lead Management for Three Years
The Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE) extended their partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) to provide registration, session tracking, lead management and integrations for SAMPE Conference & Exhibition for three years through 2023.
DBC Pri-Med, LLC Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services for Four Years
DBC Pri-Med, LLC has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for four years through 2023. CDS will provide registration, integrations and lead management for over 30 annual and regional conferences in major cities across the United States.
Radiological Society of North America Partners with Convention Data Services for Three Years
The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) has selected Convention Data Services (CDS) and one of our housing partners, onPeak, to provide registration, housing, lead management, and data analytics for their Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting for three years through 2022.
LRP Media Group Selects Convention Data Services for Registration, Integrations and Lead Retrieval Through 2025
Convention Data Services has been chosen by LRP Media Group to provide registration, integrations, lead management and CME/CEU survey applications for Future of Education Technology Conference, Health & Benefits Leadership Conference, LRP’s National Institute on Legal Issues of Educating Individuals with Disabilities®, Federal Dispute Resolution Training, Academic ESports Conference & Expo, HR Technology Conference & Exposition®, Select HR Tech and UBTech for five years through 2025.
DDW Administration Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services for Two Years
The DDW Administration (DDW) has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for two years through 2021. CDS will provide registration, integrations, lead management and contact center for Digestive Disease Week.
Access Intelligence, LLC Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services for Three Years
Access Intelligence, LLC has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for three years through 2023. CDS will provide registration, integrations and lead management for SATELLITE 2020.
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services for Four Years
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE) has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for four years through 2024. CDS will provide registration, integrations, data analytics and contact center for IEEE PES T&D Conference and Exposition.
Messe Frankfurt Inc. Selects Convention Data Services For Registration and Integration Through 2022
Convention Data Services (CDS) was selected by Messe Frankfurt Inc. (MFI) as their new trusted registration partner for Techtextil North America and Texprocess Americas. CDS will provide full registration services, lead management and integrations for three years, through 2022.
Water Quality Association Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services for Three Years
The Water Quality Association (WQA) has extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for three years through 2022. CDS will provide registration, integrations, lead management and contact center for WQA Convention & Exposition.
International Sign Association Selects Convention Data Services for Registration, Integration Through 2023
International Sign Association (ISA) extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) through 2023. CDS will provide full-service registration, lead management, integrations, data analysis and session tracking.
Freeman Acquires Event Registration and Digital Services Provider Convention Data Services
Freeman®, the world’s leading provider of live events and brand experiences, announced today that it has acquired Convention Data Services (CDS), a trusted event registration, business intelligence, and lead management company servicing top show organizers worldwide.
International Carwash Association Selects Convention Data Services for Registration and Lead Management for Three Years
International Carwash Association (ICA) extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for three years through 2022. CDS will provide registration, lead management, integrations, contact center and session tracking for The Car Wash Show™.
Society for Neuroscience Selects Convention Data Services for Registration, Integration Through 2023
Convention Data Services (CDS) has been selected by Society for Neuroscience (SfN) to provide full-service registration, integration, lead management, session tracking and lead retrieval for their annual show, Neuroscience, for four years through 2023.
American Association for Respiratory Care Renews Partnership with Convention Data Services for Five Years
Convention Data Services (CDS) has been selected by American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) to provide full-serve registration for the annual Congress event, extending their contract 5 years through 2025. CDS will also offer lead retrieval, session tracking, and integrations as well as self-serve registration for various additional conferences.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services
American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for two years through 2021. CDS will provide full-service registration, integrations and lead management for AIChE Annual Meeting and AIChE Spring Meeting.
American Society of Echocardiography Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services
The American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for three years through 2022. CDS will provide registration and lead management for the ASE Scientific Sessions.
SPIE Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services
SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics, extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for three years through 2023. CDS will provide registration, integrations, onsite services and lead management for the following SPIE conferences: Photonics West, Defense + Commercial Sensing, Optics + Photonics, Advanced Lithography, and Optifab.
Convention Data Services Hosts Annual On-Site Big Brothers Big Sisters Celebration
Convention Data Services (CDS) hosted their second Big Brothers Big Sisters end-of-school year celebration at their headquarters in Bourne.
Society of Women Engineers Selects Convention Data Services as Registration, Lead Management and Integrations Partner
Convention Data Services (CDS) was selected by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) to provide registration, lead management and integrations for the organization’s 2019 annual conference.
ASI Show Selects Convention Data Services for Registration and Lead Management for Three Years
Convention Data Services has been selected by ASI Show to provide registration, lead management and integrations for ASI Show in Orlando, Fort Worth and Chicago and the ASI Roadshows for three years through 2022.
School Nutrition Association Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services
School Nutrition Association (SNA) extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for three years through 2023. CDS will provide full-service registration, lead management, and integrations for SNA Annual National Conference (ANC).
AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services
AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for three years through 2022. CDS will provide registration, lead management, integrations, and contact call center for the biennial IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS).
Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show Extends Partnership with Convention Data Services
The Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS) extended its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for five years through 2024. CDS will provide registration, integration with housing, lead management, and contact center for MANTS.
PMMI Renews Partnership with Convention Data Services
PMMI renewed its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for two years through 2020. CDS will provide registration, lead management and data analytics for PACK EXPO Las Vegas, PACK EXPO East and PACK EXPO International.
Gardner Business Media Selects Convention Data Services as Registration and Lead Management Partner
Convention Data Services (CDS) was selected by Gardner Business Media (GBM) to provide registration, lead management and integrations for the Precision Machining Technology Show (PMTS) and Amerimold for four years through 2021. Additionally, CDS will provide self-registration for smaller shows, including Extrusion and Additive Manufacturing Conference. GBM is the premier publisher for the heart of manufacturing in North America–providing unique, one-of-a-kind relevant information of keen interest to the people who power plants, shops and factories.
AALL Renews Partnership with Convention Data Services
The American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) renewed its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) for two years through 2020. CDS will provide registration, lead management and integrations for the AALL Annual Meeting & Conference.
American Society of Human Genetics Renews Contract with Convention Data Services
The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG)—the primary professional membership organization for human genetics specialists worldwide—renewed its contract with Convention Data Services (CDS) for two years through 2020. CDS will provide full-service registration, integrations and lead management for the annual ASHG Meeting.
Randall-Reilly Selects Convention Data Services as Registration, Lead Management and Integrations Partner
Convention Data Services (CDS) was selected by Randall-Reilly for a two-year contract through 2020 to provide registration, lead management and integrations for the Great American Trucking Show.
AAPM Renews Partnership with Convention Data Services
The American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) renewed its partnership with Convention Data Services (CDS) in an unprecedented five-year contract. CDS provides online and onsite registration as well as lead retrieval services for the AAPM Annual Meeting, with annual attendance of approximately 4,400 individuals. Additionally, CDS provides a separate exhibitor registration portal and contact center.