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What makes Seattle stand out as a trade show and convention destination? Visit Seattle Chief Sales Officer Kelly Saling joins TSNN’s Danica Tormohlen at IMEX America 2026 to discuss the Seattle Convention Center, sustainable events and new possibilities for event organizers. Saling shares how the Summit and Arch buildings give planners more options for designing trade shows, corporate meetings and association events. She also explains how Visit Seattle’s “Mother Nature City” campaign connects the city’s urban experience with its access to nature—including a trade show booth plant wall reused across four events. In this TSNN News Desk interview:
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Explore Summit’s natural light, outdoor spaces and areas designed for connection
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Learn how organizers can use Summit and Arch together
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Hear how sustainability shapes Seattle’s approach to events
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Discover downtown Seattle’s walkability, hotels, dining and waterfront access
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Get ideas for creative event layouts and foundation fundraising
For a deeper dive into what’s trending in Seattle for trade shows, watch the full interview.
