ExpoPlatform has appointed Chris Haddow as its new Chief Growth Officer to build upon its global partnerships and drive long-term expansion.  Chris will lead the event technology provider’s expansion through innovative product development, marketing and sales. He brings more than a decade of experience in associated sectors, having held senior revenue and global sales roles …

ExpoPlatform has appointed Céline Laukemann as Head of Partnerships to spearhead growth of its AI-powered speed networking. Céline’s focus will be on scaling NetWorks, a standalone product designed to trigger business opportunities which benefit organizers of small-to-largescale exhibitions and conferences. She has more 20 years of expertise in leading go-to-market strategies, with over a decade …

Welcome to the Week in Events. Your top story is that Hannover Fairs Turkey has created a new company in Dubai as it seeks to strengthen its position in the region. The Deutsche Messe subsidiary has appointed Mehtap Gürsoy as new managing director as part of the move. Other top stories this edition include: IMEX …

Meetings are the beating heart of any event. Formats may differ – from high-speed networking to curated board sessions – but their success depends on one thing. That is meaningful human connection, enhanced by smart technology. Here’s how each meeting format is evolving into a smarter and more rewarding experience for organizers, exhibitors and attendees …

Seamless trade show event management software is key to delivering engaging and value-driven smart events. Organizers must provide a platform that empowers exhibitors and sponsors to prove ROI. The software must also ensure that attendees have a seamless and enhanced experience online and offline. This article will cover the main attributes of event management software: …

Increasing sustainability at events is an important target for event organizers – a trend which is set to continue. But how much of a possibility it really is for the events industry is a topic of debate. There is an expectation for businesses of all kinds to be making some progress in reducing their carbon …

An advanced event organizer mobile app is key to extending your live shows into the digital space. They empower visitors to connect, share content and retrieve leads in real-time. This is the true hybrid experience – in-person connection, enhanced by technology. This guide will explore the main features: Highlight your brand and key messaging on your …

Welcome to the Week in Events. Your top story is that GITEX is to launch events in four more cities to help ensure progress AI “serves all humanity”. The announcement was made during the landmark 45th edition of the show, with the development to include shows across four continents. It comes as GITEX Global in …

A new AI-powered tool has been developed to create a full strategic analysis of any show in minutes – and it’s being given away for free. Baris Onay, founder of Precision Communities, created the Event Strategy Bot to help organisers quickly understand and benchmark their events.  It was born from his own consulting work with …

Welcome to the Week in Events. Your top story is that Messe Dusseldorf has entered into a strategic partnershing in the Middle East. The agreement with Nadd AlShiba PR & Event Management has seen the organizer acquire a stake AccessAbilities Expo. This is hoped to increase the global reach of Messe Dusseldorf’s own event in …

Eventprofs are winding up for one of the most important business tradeshows of the year as IMEX America gets set to open its doors. This year’s edition will the largest for floor space to date, with many exhibitors expanding booth space thanks to strong forecasts for attendee interest. Thousands are expected to descend on Las …

CloserStill Media has expanded its technology portfolio with the takeover of  a leading cyber security event in the US. The acquisition of Billington Cybersecurity comes amid a period of growth in presence for the organizer across the region. That’s your top story. Here are the other headlines in your Week in Events news roundup: RX’s …

RX has launched a new edition of World Travel Market for Saudi Arabia. The inaugural WTM Spotlight is a new brand in the WTM portfolio which is set to take place in Riyadh next year. It comes as Messe Frankfurt also announces a move in the market, while UFI has announced approval of a global events …

Informa has retained its top spot in the Stax revenue rankings, as Messe Frankfurt joins the podium. The table shows Informa and RX remain the largest exhibition organizers in 2024, with Clarion slipping into fourth position. Both Hyve and dmg Events joined the top 10 after huge growth over the year – respectively acquisitive and …

Accessibility in events is high on the priority list for event professionals. It is hot a topic during trade show sessions and is the subject of in-depth industry research projects. The subject is important enough to warrant European legislation requiring event organizers and venues to meet specific standards. This article will dive into the following: …