Why Exhibit

Be Part of the Largest Gathering of Perioperative Nurses in the World

Why Exhibit

Join us April 11-14, 2026 in New Orleans, LA to connect with thousands of OR executives, managerial leaders, staff nurses, and other perioperative professionals while showcasing your solutions, gaining intel for product development, and fostering new customer relationships.

AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo is your top platform to educate, network, and innovate with the best and brightest in perioperative care. 

Who Attends

Reach highly engaged attendees at the largest surgical conference in the world.

  • 79% of attendees influence buying decisions in their facility
  • 43% of attendees have director, manager and leadership positions
  • 15% of attendees work in an outpatient setting
  • 23% of attendees are age 40 and under

How You’ll Connect

At AORN Expo, you’re met with an engaged audience from both outpatient and inpatient facilities, ready to learn how your product or service will improve clinical practice. 
  • Participate in 13 exclusive Expo Hall hours
  • Have fun with attendees at the lively Expo Hall Opening Reception
  • Reach decision makers and buying influencers through in-booth education, advertising, engagement opportunities, and exclusive sponsorships
  • Career-related exhibits with educational resources, publications, and recruiters

Establish Rapport with Ambulatory Nurses & Leaders

With 15-20% of attendees actively working in an outpatient facility, you will have the opportunity to engage and connect with this crucial demographic on the exhibit floor and through various sponsorship opportunities available in the popular Ambulatory Hub.

What our Exhibitors are Saying

"AORN is a fantastic show. We love it and have been doing it since we started our company. It is so good."

– 2025 Exhibitor

"AORN's Reverse Trade Show component was a very productive day and getting one on one time with customers and prospects is very valuable."

– 2025 Exhibitor

"Great conference, we walked away with 480 leads!"

– 2025 Exhibitor

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Start getting the lay of the land in the Expo Hall by viewing the floorplan. And don't forget - your presence can reach far beyond your exhibit booth. Learn about advertising, sponsorship opportunities, and other ways to maximize your time and ROI at AORN Expo.