GES Worldwide Network

GES provides exhibition and event services in the most active and popular meeting, exhibition and event destination markets across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. GES has full service operations in 16 U.S. cities, eight Canadian cities and four cities in the United Kingdom. We are proud to produce many of the world’s most recognized exhibitions including the International CES®, Spring Fair Birmingham, Canadian International Auto Show, International Council of Shopping Centers, MAGIC, The WSA Show, and CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE.

The strength of our company is our team of dedicated employees – 1,800 industry professionals who are ready to deliver the highest level of customer service and innovative solutions known to the industry.

GES is a wholly owned subsidiary of Phoenix-based Viad Corp, a publicly held corporation traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol VVI. We pride ourselves in maintaining the highest standard of business practices and valuing integrity as the key component of our company values. Our parent-company has been honored as one of Forbes 2007 Top 100 companies for Audit Integrity.

Our Values

At GES, we operate our business with a foundation of Core Values which include Integrity, One Team, Great Service, Growth, Innovation, Courage and Winning. At GES, we live these values everyday. These values are and will continue to be the foundation of our company.

Discernible Differences

The team of dedicated GES employees is proud of the discernible differences we provide our clients. At GES, we separate ourselves from the competition by providing Superior Service, Technology Leadership, Operational Excellence, Superior Products & Services, Creative Design, Comprehensive Consultation, Industry Advocacy and Financial Integrity.

The S.U.R.E. Way!

At GES, we have a commitment to great service as one of our Core Values and we deliver customer service The S.U.R.E.^SM way! Our employees are trained to deliver great service to each exhibitor with a Sense of Urgency, Responsiveness and Empathy and our employees are recognized and rewarded for the great service they provide.

GES Worldwide Network

The GES Worldwide Network makes going international easy. With offices in every major exhibition market in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, the GES Worldwide Network can seamlessly coordinate your international needs - a benefit only GES can offer.

Having the GES Worldwide Network handle your overseas exhibition allows you a single point of contact and a team who speaks your language and has the experience to handle the complexities of your international event. By working with GES for your international exhibition and event needs, all of your details are coordinated through the GES Worldwide Network resulting in improved communication and coordination.

Operational Excellence

The GES team is dedicated to Operational Excellence which we define as "Planning and executing the job right - the first time, on time!" Operational excellence involves integrated planning, strong execution, maintaining a safe and secure workplace and providing great customer service.

Safe Environment

GES is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure workplace for our clients and employees. By maintaining a safe work environment, our clients can feel secure in knowing that GES is their contractor of choice.

Commitment to Green

GES is committed to be good stewards of our environment. Since 1990, GES has been recycling carpet and has been committed to decreasing waste and using environmentally-friendly products whenever possible. GES continues to raise the bar, seeking environmental solutions that make sense for the company, our clients and the environment, and GES is working with vendors to encourage development and availability of more eco-friendly, cost effective alternatives.

Technology Leadership

GES has a history of leadership in innovation and continues to lead the way in development of new technology with a focus on customer service.

1995	GES automated freight receiving
1997	GES introduced small package receiving
1997	GES introduced Interkit
2000	GES launched WAM! The Wireless Ambassador®
2001	GES opened the GES National Servicenter®
2003	GES launched GES Interactive Venue^SM
2004	GES launched GES Online
2004	GES launched GES ExhibitSelect® - Booth Builder Application
2004	GES launched TSE. Trade Show Electrical® Website
2005	GES launched GES Logistics Online Shipment Tracking
2007	GES launched GES IntelliKit^SM
2007	GES began development of GESC.O.R.E.^SM

GES is currently in development of a state-of-the-art show services system that we call GESCORE^SM - GES Central Operating & Reporting Environment. GESCORE^SM includes three distinct systems: Freight Receiving which will replace GES' current freight receiving system; Show Services Reinvention, which will completely replace GES' show services system; and GESCORE Connect^SM which is designed specifically for show organizers and their exhibitors.

GESCORE Connect^SM provides show organizers with online access into the planning and development of their exhibition. Show organizers can review, approve and annotate designs and graphics, exchange vital show information with their account manager, and review their budget and invoice. The show organizers can also access key exhibitor data like order history, service inquiries and exhibitor manual shipping status, all from any computer with web-access.

GES recently launched IntelliKit^SM and we are proud that this product is a finalist for the prestigious 2007 MAX Awards in the Enterprise category. This product transforms the way exhibitors order services, saving exhibitors time and improving accuracy. GES IntelliKit^SM replaces the traditional exhibitor service manuals and automates the exhibitor order process, allowing exhibitors to place electronic order interactively while viewing the kit on their desktop or laptop.

When you choose GES, you benefit from our nearly 70 years of experience and our commitment to moving the industry forward. Discover how GES can enhance your exhibition or event experience - locally, nationally or internationally.