Join Connor Dance at Booth 248 during the International Association of Venue Managers' VenueConnect 2025, July 28–31, 2025, at the New Orleans Convention Center. This year marks the 100th annual VenueConnect, the premier conference and trade show for venue professionals across arenas, theaters, convention centers, performing arts centers, universities, amphitheaters, and more.
What is IAVM and VenueConnect?
The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) is the leading global association for venue professionals, encompassing facility operations, programming, safety, security, marketing, and education across the live events industry. Their flagship VenueConnect event combines high-impact education sessions, networking, and an exhibitor-filled trade show—designed to help venue operators and allied industry partners accelerate growth in revenue, guest experience, and operational excellence
Why VenueConnect Matters for Dance, Theater & Education
Within IAVM’s ecosystem of venues, theaters, dance programs, and educational institutions, VenueConnect provides invaluable insight into venue design, accessibility, and programming for performing arts spaces. The conference includes sessions and awards focusing on educational outreach, community involvement, and accessible programming—key topics for dance and theater professionals.
Meet the Connor Dance Team at Booth 248
Swing by Booth 248 to connect with the Connor Dance experts and explore how our integrated flooring solutions support performing arts venues, dance studios, and educational environments. Whether you’re planning a new facility, upgrading rehearsal spaces, or outfitting your main stage, our team can guide you to the ideal solution.
Products Featured & Benefits:
1. Connor Dance Studio Subfloors
Designed for sprung elasticity, shock absorption, and consistent response.
Available in Pro Forma I, II, and III systems, tailored by usage, loading, and discipline.
Offers lateral forgiveness and reduced fatigue—ideal for dancers working en pointe, contemporary movement, or high-impact rehearsals.
2. Connor Dance Marley Vinyl Flooring
Available in multiple finishes: Canvas 2.0 mm, Prima 4.5 mm, Prima 7.5 mm.
Engineered for slip resistance, dimensional stability, shock absorption, and dancer safety.
Proven performer in studios and stages with rigorous use. Projects include Ruth Page Center for the Arts, Chandler High School Dance Room, Forney HS, and Joel Hall Dancers & Center.
3. Connor Stage & Theater Systems
Modular stage flooring and theater solutions built for durability, load support, and performance flexibility.
Designed to complement our sub‑floors and marley vinyl for a fully integrated dance/stage system.
Why Visit Booth 248?
Hands-on demos: Feel the performance of our Marley vinyl layered over Pro Forma sub‑floors.
Project consultation: Work with our specialists to plan for studios, stages, and education spaces.
Venue & theater expertise: Learn how Connor Dance supports theater programming, dance education, and venue safety with market-leading flooring systems.
Final Thoughts
Whether your venue hosts dance recitals, musical theater, ballet programs, touring companies, or educational workshops, Connor Dance delivers an expertly engineered flooring system designed to enhance performance, protect artistry, and support longevity. We’re excited to showcase our complete solution lineup at IAVM VenueConnect 2025. Visit Booth 248 to meet our team, explore product demos, and discover how Connor Dance can help elevate your facility or program.
We look forward to seeing you in New Orleans at Booth 248—where dance, safety, performance, and innovation meet.
About Connor Dance:
Connor® Sports’ dance division delivers end-to-end flooring solutions; sprung sub‑floors, Marley vinyl, and modular stage systems for venues, studios, and theaters worldwide. Learn more at Connor Dance.