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The AFAIRS MBA Expo New Delhi 2026 is scheduled to be held on 11 January 2026 at the Eros Hotel, Nehru Place, New Delhi, offering MBA aspirants a focused platform to explore management education opportunities in India and abroad....
The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 is slated to take place from 4–7 May 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) in the United Arab Emirates, bringing together global leaders and stakeholders in travel and tourism to shape...
AFAIRS MBA Expo Gurugram 2026 is scheduled to take place on January 10, 2026, bringing together management aspirants and leading business schools on a single platform in Gurugram. The one-day education expo will be organised by Afairs Exhibitions &...
FRUIT LOGISTICA, widely recognised as the world’s leading trade show for the fresh produce sector, is scheduled to take place from 4–6 February 2026 at the Messe Berlin exhibition grounds in Berlin, Germany. The event, operating under the theme...
As the global exhibitions and business events industry moves into 2026, UFI- The Global Association of Exhibition Industry, has identified five major trends that are set to influence how organisations plan, operate, and deliver value. At the heart of...
The 8th edition of the India Boat & Marine Show (IBMS 2026) is poised to bring together key stakeholders from the marine, boating, leisure and water sports sectors from January 29–31, 2026 at the Bolgatty Palace Event Centre in...
CES 2026, the world’s leading technology event, will take place from January 6–9, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. CES will be owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, and will serve as a global platform enabling...
The 9th edition of the IIOO Expo 2026 - India’s leading optical and ophthalmic trade exhibition - is scheduled to take place from 10 to 12 January 2026 at the CIDCO Exhibition & Convention Centre in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. Organised...
EFY Expo Pune 2026, a leading B2B exhibition and conference for the electronics industry, is scheduled to take place from 8 to 10 January 2026 at the Messe Global Convention Center (Laxmi Lawns), Pune. The event is organised by...
The Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA) will organise IMTEX FORMING 2026, Asia’s largest exhibition dedicated to metal forming and manufacturing technologies, from 21 to 25 January 2026 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru. The five-day exhibition...
The 74th India International Garment Fair (IIGF), one of Asia’s leading B2B apparel sourcing exhibitions, is scheduled to take place from 23–25 January 2026 at Hall No. 2, Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi. Organised by the Apparel Export Promotion Council...
The AIMExpo is scheduled to take place from January 7 to 9, 2026, at the Anaheim Convention Center. The event is organized by the Motorcycle Industry Council and is open exclusively to qualified industry professionals, including manufacturers, dealers, distributors,...
The Dakota Farm Show will take place from January 6 to 8, 2026, at the USD DakotaDome in Vermillion, South Dakota. The event is open to visitors with free admission and parking. It is organized by Midwest Shows, Inc....
ASI Show 2026, organised by the Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI), will take place from January 5–7, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, USA. Recognised as an important business gathering for the promotional products sector, the show brings together distributors, suppliers, and...
The India Fashion Forum (IFF) 2026 will take place from 28 to 29 January 2026 at Sheraton Grand, Whitefield, Bengaluru, India which is organized by IMAGES MULTIMEDIA PRIVATE LIMITED. The event will mark the 25th edition of the annual...
The Industrial Engineering & Manufacturing Expo 2026 will be held from 9 to 12 January 2026 at the LABHGANGA Exhibition Centre , Indore India. The exhibition is being organised by Future Events and is expected to serve as a...
Interviews
Laura Purdy, CEM, CMM Emeritus, General Manager, Exhibition Place
Leading the future
of sustainable exhibitions
ES. How have your diverse experiences in the exhibition and event management industry influenced your leadership approach at Exhibition Place?
Laura Purdy. I have had the unique opportunity to develop my...
Panittha Buri, Vice Chairperson of Bhiraj Buri Group & President Of UFI 2025 –...
Connecting Vision with Action: The Future of Sustainable Exhibitions
ES. What are the key milestones and defining moments in your career that have shaped your leadership approach at Bhiraj Buri Group particularly with BITEC?
Panittha Buri....
Tanya Pinchuk, Co-Founder and CEO, ExpoPlatform
Turning Data into Connection: The Smart Event Vision of ExpoPlatform
ES. Starting ExpoPlatform in 2013, what was the initial gap in the exhibition industry you aimed to address, and how has your vision evolved since...
Phil Chung, CEO, KINEXIN-IICC Yashobhoomi Operating Company
India is Ready. Yashobhoomi is Leading
ES. Yashobhoomi has quickly emerged as a landmark for India’s MICE and exhibition sector. How do you see its growing importance in positioning India as a global destination for...
Chris Skeith OBE, CEO & Managing Director, UFI
UFI at 100: Shaping the Future of Exhibitions
ES. UFI is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. What does this milestone mean for the organization, and how do you envision UFI's role in the next...
Michael Kruppe, CEO/General Manager, Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)
ES. SNIEC has been a benchmark for operational excellence and customer-centricity. What are some of the core principles or strategies that have helped you sustain such high standards year after year?
Michael Kruppe. The principle...
CV Bhaskar, Owner, Show Space Events Pvt. Ltd.
Showspace has built a strong reputation in India’s event and exhibition industry. Can you share your journey in establishing Showspace and what inspired you to enter this dynamic sector?
Showspace was founded in...
Sanjeev Kr Sharma, ED, The Indian Silk Export Promotion Council
ES. What strategic objectives does ISEPC aim to achieve through international exhibitions?
Sanjeev Kr Sharma. The Indian Silk Export Promotion Council (ISEPC) aims to enhance the global presence of Indian silk through international exhibitions. Its...
Seema Srivastava, Executive Director India-International Textile Machinery Exhibition Society
ES. Could you share your journey with India ITME Society and how it has shaped your professional path over the years?
Seema Srivastava. My association with India ITME Society is now 16 years long and...
Mahesh N. Sanil, ED, Powerloom Development & Export Promotion Council (PDEXCIL)
ES. You have a rich background in the textile industry. Could you share the key milestones that led you to your current role as Executive Director of PDEXCIL?
Mahesh N. Sanil. My journey in the...
Shamal Pote, Director National Events, The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council
ES. Would you like to begin by sharing a bit about your journey to becoming Director of National Events at GJEPC – what inspired you to take on this role?
Shamal Pote. My professional journey...
Hasan Saifi, Founder & CEO, Novatech Expo
Designing Experiences, Building Connections
ES. Tell us about the journey of Novatech Expo and the vision behind it
Hasan Saifi. Novatech Expo was founded with a clear vision to redefine how exhibitions are experienced in India...
PVN Vidyasagar, Executive Vice President, EEMA
EEMAGINE: Growing Together Leading Forward
ES. You’ve led Catpro Events for over 27 years and now serve as EEMA’s EVP. How has your leadership experience shaped your contributions to India’s events industry?
PVN Vidyasagar. My experience...
Jaideep Gandhi, President, Fragrance and Flavours Association of India (FAFAI)
“Scenting the Future: Innovation, Sustainability, and Global Impact”
ES. As President of FAFAI, what is your overarching vision for the association’s growth and impact over the next five years?
Jaideep Gandhi. To position FAFAI as a...
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