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October 12, 2025By: Tuhin SarkarIMEX America 2025 has set new records, showcasing a vibrant, thriving global business events sector. The show saw a remarkable attendance, with over 17,000 participants, underscoring the growth of the events industry. This year’s edition proved to be a resounding success, offering invaluable networking opportunities and proving its importance to the business world.IMEX America Sets Record-Breaking Attendance with 17,000 ParticipantsThe biggest edition of IMEX America closed on a high note, achieving record attendance from October 7-9, 2025. With over 17,000 attendees, the show shattered previous participation records. Exhibitors and buyers gathered to take part in the largest exhibition floor ever, showcasing the thriving global business events sector.For the first time, the number of buyers exceeded expectations, with 6,000 global buyers in attendance, including 4,700 hosted buyers. These professionals were ready to strike deals, reflecting the growing importance of the IMEX platform in fostering business opportunities within the industry.Advertisement Unprecedented Business Connections and Meetings at IMEX AmericaBuyers at IMEX America engaged in over 90,000 scheduled meetings across the three-day event. A significant portion of these—over 77,000—were pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings, ensuring that exhibitors and buyers maximized their time at the show.The event was an invaluable space for businesses to meet and strike deals, with many buyers coming business-ready. As Charlene Lopez from Discover Atlanta explains, IMEX America delivers more ROI than any other event they attend all year. The event’s reputation as a business-focused platform is evident, with numerous companies securing deals that promise substantial returns.The Record-Breaking Success of IMEX America’s ROIOne of the main draws of IMEX America is the tangible ROI it offers to exhibitors and buyers alike. According to Juan Camacho of Virgin Voyages, the show has been the source of some of their most valuable connections. Camacho attributes over $3 million in business directly to leads generated at IMEX America. This high return on investment has led to the event becoming a staple in the industry calendar for many businesses.The event provides not just a place to meet but an opportunity …
