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Firms being ‘conscious’ about who attends events is positive
Firms being more “conscious” about who they send to tradeshows is a benefit for the events industry, according to an association leader. Kinsey Fabrizio, new president of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), highlighted how companies selecting key decision-makers and senior leaders to send to tradeshows means they can get the most out of their participation. …
ExpoPlatform partners DLG as event tech provider
ExpoPlatform has entered a partnership as technology provider for DLG – organizer of AGRITECHNICA and EuroTier – to provide attendees with a “second-to-none” networking experience. The agreement with the international agricultural and food industries organizer starts with two events in 2024 – including EuroTier, the leading international trade fair for professional animal farming and livestock …
Eventprofs must ‘innovate and delight’ to tackle cost hikes
Creating innovative experiences to “delight” attendees is key to tackling surging costs faced by organizers, according to an industry leader. Greg Topalian has recently become the chairman of Clarion Events North America, having been CEO of the division for six years. One of the biggest challenges he sees facing the industry right now is the …
DWTC records 25% jump in visitors
A record 2.47 million attendees flocked to Dubai World Trade Centre events in 2023, marking a 25% jump from the previous year. The organiser’s annual report reveals figures which underscore its support for Dubai’s global business and trade prominence. Get the complete details below. Here are the full headlines of this week’s event news updates: …
What Europe’s AI Act could mean for eventprofs
The European Union is on the brink of introducing a world-first legal framework for AI, with potential consequences for event organizers. New legislation – the Artificial Intelligence Act – has been endorsed by MEPs with 523 votes in favour, 46 against and 49 abstentions. It is aimed at mitigating risks associated with AI while fostering …
Informa smashes targets as revenue tops £3bn
Informa has surpassed its 2023 targets with underlying revenue growth of 30% to exceed £3 billion. The industry group also revised upward its 2024 revenue and profit outlook on strong business growth and brand expansion in IMEA (India, Middle East & Africa). Read more about it below. Here are the full headlines of this week’s …
New event tech strategist appointed
ExpoPlatform has appointed an event technology strategist as it continues to grow its expert industry-experienced leadership team. Valentina Anastasio, based in Italy, takes on the new role having previously worked at Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna for almost 10 years. The appointment will see her spearhead strategy development to improve the success of the technology provider’s customers, …
Events collective strengthens advocacy efforts
A leading events industry collective has strengthened its global advocacy efforts by adding new member associations. The partnerships will help the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) to extend its geographical reach and provide an impetus to implement its policies. Read more about it below. Here are the full headlines of this week’s event news updates: …
The trouble with attracting talent to events
The meetings and events industry is booming, driven by pent-up demand and a renewed value placed on in-person connections. However, attracting and retaining industry talent remains a challenge. UFI’s latest Barometer survey shows that over half of companies in the exhibition industry are planning to increase hiring in 2024. A total of 52% of polled …
Innovation key to tackling drop in industry mood – UFI
Innovation in event services will be key to satisfying customers’ demand for more value in 2024 and beyond, according to a new UFI report. Our latest Chart of the Month – using data from the global exhibition organiser’s association – reveals a drop in contentment for industry partners across a range of areas. We deconstruct …