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London is set to strengthen its position as a global hub for event technology and MICE innovation as the Event Technology Forum 2026 takes place on 11 May 2026 at the Hilton London Canary Wharf. Organised by Forum Events...
Saina Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. is set to host the upcoming edition of the TAFS Show Jaipur 2026 on 12-13 May 2026 at the Hotel Marigold Convention Hall in Sitapura, Jaipur. Positioned as a focused B2B sourcing platform, the event...
The 19th edition of CPHI India and PMEC India is set to take place in November 2026 across two separate venues in Delhi-NCR, reflecting the rapid growth and evolving needs of the pharmaceutical industry. Organised by Informa Markets India,...
The 4th edition of the India Ports & Logistics Conference 2026 is being held from May 5-6, 2026 at the Hotel Four Seasons Mumbai, with the event concluding today. Organised by Informa Markets, the conference is focused on unlocking...
How Intelligent Registration is Redefining Scale, Speed, and Experience in Global Events
The first impression of an event no longer begins inside the venue—it begins at the entry gate. Across the global MICE landscape, registration and entry systems have evolved...
At every exhibition, the spotlight is on brands—their products, messaging, and presence. Yet behind every successful booth stands a far less visible force: the stall fabricator. These professionals are not merely builders, but engineers, planners, and problem-solvers operating under...
India’s participation as the Guest of Honour at the Bogotá International Book Fair 2026 concluded on a historic and impactful note, marking a major milestone in cultural diplomacy and global literary engagement. Organised by the Ministry of Education Government...
The second edition of Valve World Expo India 2026 is set to take place on June 11-12, 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, positioning itself as a premier platform for the industrial valve and flow control sector. Building on...
India ITME Society has announced the launch of Textile Horizons 2026, a two-day international conference scheduled for December 5-6, 2026, at India Exposition Mart Ltd (IEML), Greater Noida. The conference will be held alongside India ITME 2026, the country’s...
The 5th edition of the BBB International Expo & Summit on the Bioenergy Value Chain is set to take place from May 7-9, 2026, at the India International Convention & Expo Centre (IICC), Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Positioned as a...
India Energy Storage Week 2026 (IESW) has been postponed, with organisers announcing revised dates of July 8-10, 2026. The event, which was earlier scheduled to take place from May 5-7, will now be held at Yashobhoomi (IICC) in Hall...
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has appointed noted filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker as the Festival Director for the 57th edition of the International Film Festival of India, scheduled to be held in Goa in November 2026. The announcement marks...
ExCeL London has recorded one of its highest-ever seven-day attendances since hosting the 2012 London Olympic Games, underlining the strong resurgence of the live events industry. During the period from April 19 to 26, 2026, the venue welcomed approximately...
Bharat Buildcon 2026 has been strategically rescheduled, with new dates announced as June 18-21, 2026. The decision has been taken in alignment with stakeholder recommendations and the current global geopolitical situation, ensuring a more secure, seamless, and impactful experience...
The 7th HRAWI Conclave & Awards 2026, organised by the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India, successfully concluded on April 29, 2026, at Regenta - The World in Surat, Gujarat. The flagship event brought together a wide spectrum...
Three of the world’s leading events and exhibition industry bodies - EMECA, ICCA, and UFI, have signed a landmark agreement to unify their European advocacy under a single umbrella, forming the European Events and Exhibition Industry Alliance (EEEIA).
This move...
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Dr. Smita Nagarkoti, Executive Director, Carpet Export Promotion Council (CEPC)
ES. As a woman leader in the export promotion ecosystem, what key experiences have shaped your journey and leadership approach at CEPC?
Dr. Smita Nagarkoti. My journey as a woman leader has been shaped by...
G S Dhillon, Director, Udan Media & Communications Pvt Ltd
ES. What key decisions or experiences have shaped your leadership journey in building platforms within the mobility and EV space?
G S Dhillon. One of the most defining decisions in my leadership journey has been...
Riyaz Khambati, Co-founder & COO, Maverix Worldwide
ES. With your deep expertise in staging, automation, and rigging at Maverix Worldwide, how do you balance technical precision with creative storytelling to deliver seamless large-scale experiences?
Riyaz Khambati. At Maverix Worldwide, we thrive on...
Vipan Mehta, Chairman, IRE 2026
ES. What key milestones in your career have shaped your leadership approach and vision today?
Vipan Mehta. My journey in the industry has been shaped by hands-on experience, continuous learning since 1972 and strong stakeholder...
Ravinder Sethi, CMD, R.E. Rogers India Pvt Ltd
ES. You have completed four decades with RE Rogers India. Can you take us through your journey, the highs, challenges and how it all began?
Ravinder Sethi. It truly feels like yesterday when my wife...
Vipul Agarwal, Managing Partner, Expro Events & Exhibits
ES. Expro Events & Exhibits carries a legacy spanning decades. Could you take us through this journey and highlight some key milestones that have shaped the organisation?
Vipul Agarwal. Our journey at Expro Events &...
Jatinder Chugh, Partner, Fab India
ES. Since the early 1990s, what key milestones have defined your journey from fabrication to executing large-scale infrastructure projects?
Jatinder Chugh. My journey has been built on strong engineering fundamentals and hands-on experience. Starting with...
Jaswant Singh, Managing Director, ad:tech India
Where Innovation Meets Real Connections
ES. You have played a pivotal role in shaping Comexposium India's presence and leading platforms like ad:tech and iMedia - can you take us through your professional journey and the...
Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets India Pvt Ltd
Exhibitions are powerful ecosystems driving connection, innovation, and growth
ES. What key leadership insights have you gained while driving large-scale industry platforms across diverse sectors at Informa Markets India?
Yogesh Mudras. At Informa Markets in India,...
Dr. Chetna Sethi, Owner & CEO, Luminous Connections LLC
ES. Can you share with us the story behind your transition from clinical occupational therapy to focusing on organizational culture and burnout prevention?
Dr. Chetna Sethi. After earning my Occupational Therapy degree, I knew early...
Guillaume Lecacheux, Managing Director, The Works International
ES. Congratulations on The Works receiving the Indo-French Year of Innovation Award for the Aranyani Pavilion project! Could you start by telling us about the project, inspiration behind the pavilion and how sustainability was...
Angela Herberholz, Founder, Herberholz Mediation Services
ES. You’ve spent 15+ years working at the intersection of mediation, conflict management and the business events world — can you share how your journey evolved from exhibition and event management into founding Herberholz...
Sebastian Witt, Partner, jwc
ES. Your latest jwc report (the Global Industry Performance Review – GIPR) suggests the global exhibition industry is stabilising with moderate growth expected across most regions. How would you describe the current phase of...
Panittha Buri, Vice Chairperson, Bhiraj Buri Group & President, UFI, The Global Association of...
ES. Could you share your journey into the exhibition and events industry, and what key experiences have shaped your leadership approach over the years?
Panittha Buri. My professional journey began much earlier than I realised...
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Adeline Vancauwelaert, COO, UFI
1-What made you fall in love with this industry? Could you elaborate on some standout highlights or significant milestones you've reached over the years?
I...
EXPO REAL to launch new event in Asia in 2026
EXPO REAL, Europe's leading trade fair for property and investment, is expanding its portfolio to include an event in Asia. EXPO REAL Asia Pacific...
HKTDC to launch Spring Virtual Expo and Guided SME Support Helping to capture new...
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted business activity and supply chains across the globe, with numerous trade fairs and events around the world being postponed...
dmg events’ new Jeddah Construct expo to propel building sector progress in the $100...
dmg events is set to launch the Jeddah Construct expo in 2024 as part of its phased expansion plan. The newest addition to its...
ISEEVENTUS uses pioneering self-service technology from Coconnex to revolutionise Event Rebooking in India
India’s largest elevator and escalator show ISEE 2024 held in Mumbai, India from 5th to 7th December 2024, organised by ISEEVENTUS achieved a significant...
CONEX South 2025: South India’s Leading Construction & Infrastructure Expo Returns to Chennai
CONEX South 2025 is all set to unfold at the Chennai Trade Centre from 29th to 31st August 2025, poised to be the leading...
DefExpo 2020 will be the biggest ever defence exhibition: Rajnath Singh
“The Defence Expo 2020 will be a historic one for Uttar Pradesh. The state will become a destination for defence manufacturing and aerospace manufacturing....
PM Narendra Modi Likely To Inaugurate Aero India 2019
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate Aero India 2019, which will feature a ‘startup day’ involving a ‘drone olympics’, besides Indian American...
