~ EXHIBITOR Magazine, a renowned industry publication, has recently announced the recipients of its 2026 Centers of Excellence Awards. Among the prestigious list is the Greater Tacoma Convention Center, which has been recognized for the sixth time as one of the best convention centers in North America.

The evaluation process for these awards was rigorous and comprehensive, with convention centers being assessed on various criteria in five key areas: Facility & Functionality, Location & Accommodations, Service & Execution, Expansions & Upgrades, and Honors & Awards. This involved a survey of event organizers and exhibit managers who have recently held events at each facility, as well as a thorough review of event spaces, amenities, nearby attractions, and innovations by a panel of corporate exhibit managers.

According to Emily Olson, editor of EXHIBITOR magazine, the Centers of Excellence Awards are crucial for helping exhibit managers identify exhibitor-friendly venues that can enhance their trade show experiences. She emphasized that even small details such as loading dock size and internet service quality can greatly impact exhibitors' overall satisfaction. The facilities that made it to this year's list have proven their ability to host successful trade shows and events while providing top-notch service and state-of-the-art accommodations.

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The Greater Tacoma Convention Center was recognized alongside other notable convention centers in cities such as Anaheim, Chicago, Denver, Honolulu, Los Angeles, Miami Beach, San Diego, and Washington D.C. Since its opening in 2004, the center has been a major economic driver for the city of Tacoma. It attracts over 100,000 visitors annually and has welcomed a total of nearly 2.6 million guests over the years. Its cumulative economic impact is estimated at $675 million.

In 2024 alone, events held at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center generated an impressive $23 million in economic benefit and supported almost 19,000 hotel room nights throughout Pierce County. This includes neighboring cities such as Fife, University Place, and Lakewood.

Exhibitor Group, a leader in trade show and corporate event marketing education, is the publisher of EXHIBITOR magazine. This award-winning publication features best practices in trade show marketing. The Centers of Excellence Awards were launched in 2019 to recognize and celebrate the top convention centers in North America for their excellence in hosting trade shows and events. To learn more about these awards and the winners, visit www.ExhibitorOnline.com.

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