03 Mar 2020 --- Several global food and beverage trade shows have been rescheduled or indefinitely postponed due to health concerns in light of COVID-19. Many companies are concerned about contracting the virus within typical event parameters – asymptomatic transmission via large crowds of people handshaking and food sampling within confined quarters. This has spiraled into a heated debate on social media regarding refund claims and booth compensation demands from both factions as it is still uncertain how attendees can make up for their investments in their exhibitions for the shows.
