Card shows keep getting bigger — but how are the best operators keeping up with the scale? With 400–600 tables, 8K+ attendees, and serious floor activity, the modern show is a different animal. Dan Bliss from Front Row Card Show joins the conversation to break down how they manage rapid growth, vendor mix, security measures, and why vintage remains a powerful draw.

Highlights

Expansion from Vegas to 7 major cities with strong collector turnout

How wristbanding, vendor controls, and on-site police keep shows secure

400–600 table scale and 8K+ attendee crowds

Real numbers: six-figure deals on the floor including a $300K 1952 Topps set

Balancing Pokémon growth without losing the sports card identity

Collector talk: eye appeal, storytelling, and why some lower-grade cards are irreplaceable

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