Who We Are

Founded in 1930, the Healthcare Convention & Exhibitors Association (HCEA) is a non-profit trade association representing organizations united by a common desire to increase the effectiveness and quality of healthcare conventions and exhibitions as an educational and marketing medium. In 2020, the Executive Committee made the decision to transition to a 100% volunteer model to ensure the financial viability of HCEA through the pandemic. In 2026, reestablishing paid leadership and management is a top priority. In any case, HCEA belongs to our members.

 

Our Mission

To improve the effectiveness and promote the value of all conventions, meetings and exhibitions for the healthcare industry.

 

Our Purpose

  • To increase the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare conventions and exhibits as an educational and marketing medium
  • To promote the value of healthcare exhibits and industry as an integral part of these medical meetings
  • To foster better understanding and cooperation between industry and healthcare associations
  • To provide information and services useful to industry and healthcare associations in improving the quality of conventions and exhibit programs
  • To create opportunities the professional development of our members