Tom Brennan
Americas Editor · Based in Chicago, USA · 14+ years experience
Tom Brennan leads AFFAEL's Americas desk from Chicago. A veteran of 15+ years on the US trade show circuit, he covers CES, CONEXPO, and the business of exhibiting.
Coverage areas
- Technology
- Construction
- Retail
- Aerospace & Defense
- Americas
Recent bylines by Tom Brennan
- Kiev International Exhibition Center Anchors Ukrainian Trade Recovery
Kiev International Exhibition Center schedules 10 exhibitions for 2026, including major events in food, energy, and technology sectors. The venue's roster signals Ukraine's push for economic recovery… · - Canada Hosts 20 Major Trade Fairs Across Manufacturing, Packaging Sectors
Canada operates 20 major trade exhibitions focused on manufacturing, packaging, and industrial engineering. Toronto leads the circuit with specialized shows targeting design technology, plastics proc… · - Mexico Hosts 20 Major Trade Fairs Across Manufacturing, Pharma Sectors
Mexico operates 20 major trade fairs across manufacturing, packaging, and pharmaceutical sectors. Guadalajara leads industrial events while specialized shows span from Mexico City to Cancún, serving… · - Hong Kong Convention Centre Commands Asia-Pacific Trade Circuit
Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre processes 2.4 million visitors annually across 10 major trade fairs, leveraging the city's zero-tariff policy and five-hour flight access to 3 billion consume… · - Brazil Hosts 20 Major Trade Fairs Across Industrial Sectors
Brazil will host 20 major B2B trade fairs through 2027, leveraging its $2.6 trillion economy to anchor regional events in oil, gas, manufacturing, and environmental technologies. The industrial focus… ·