Metal Industry Trades Gather at METALCON

In one month, the only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction will gather in the “city of lights,” Las Vegas. Exhibitors and attendees from all four corners of the world will come together for three days to meet, network, share ideas, learn, train, and work together to further advance the metal construction industry.

“*Meet the Press” at METALCON 2022; Photo Credit: McBoat Photography*

METALCON is thrilled to once again offer an EXCLUSIVE opportunity to its exhibitors at this year’s event by bringing editors and reporters from 13 leading industry trade publications for a special “Meet the Press” event. Exhibitors will have the opportunity to scheduled one-on-one, 10-minute meetings with as many publications as they want to pitch a new product, service, or solution, or perhaps a unique insight into trends taking place in the industry today.

“MEET THE PRESS” AT METALCON 2023

The “Meet the Press” event will take place on the show’s last day, Friday, October 20, between 8.30 a.m. and 10.30 a.m. on the show floor. The following leading industry publications will be available:

Building Enclosures
Frame Building News
Garage, Shed & Carport Builder
Metal Architecture
Metal Builder
Metal Construction News
Metal Roofing Magazine
Rollforming Magazine
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Magazine
Roofing Supply Pro
Rural Builder Magazine
Walls & Ceilings

HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

Exhibitors can book appointments via an online calendar hosted on the METALCON website or via the METALCON app. Follow this link — Meet the Press Sign Up — and sign up for a time slot with the various publications. Interviews are available on a first-come, first-served basis and must be scheduled in advance of the show. Don’t delay – jump on this one-of-a-kind opportunity today!

METALCON Vice President, Judy Geller, shares, “We first introduced this popular event last year and based on positive feedback from all parties, we are excited to offer this exclusive exhibitor benefit again. Where else can you meet the key individuals shaping news and information in the metal construction industry today―all in one place and at one time? We hope our exhibitors take full advantage of this unique opportunity.”

METALCON takes place at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Wednesday, Oct. 18 – Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, with pre-show workshops beginning on Tuesday, Oct. 17. REGISTER TODAY! Use code DISCOVER for $20 off your registration.

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