Large Capacity Venue With over 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space and multiple large auditoriums including the 4,249-seat Arie Crown Theater, McCormick Place presents a prime opportunity for organizations seeking expansive event hosting capabilities and premium facilities for conferences, expos, and live shows.
Growing Event Portfolio Recent participation in high-profile events such as the Chicago Auto Show, GBTA Convention, and Health and Fitness Expo indicates a diverse and active event schedule, suggesting opportunities for vendors and service providers to partner and offer specialized solutions tailored to large-scale exhibitions and conventions.
Health & Sustainability Focus The achievement of GBAC Star sanitation certification and the launch of Healthy Meetings Chicago demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety, and sustainability, creating avenues for suppliers of eco-friendly and health-focused products and services to engage with the venue's expanding green initiatives.
Technology Integration McCormick Place utilizes modern digital tools such as Microsoft 365, Google Tag Manager, and social media platforms for marketing and operations, highlighting potential for technology vendors to offer advanced event management, data analytics, and digital engagement solutions to optimize event experiences.
Leadership & Growth Under the leadership of industry veteran Kelvin D. Moore since late 2022, and with an annual revenue estimated between $50M and $100M, McCormick Place is positioned for sustained growth, presenting opportunities for strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and value-added services that align with its expanding event and facility management needs.