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The UFI European Conference 2026 is set to be held from June 3–5, 2026 in İzmir, Türkiye, bringing together exhibition industry professionals from across Europe and beyond for a key regional gathering. Organised by UFI – The Global Association...
Roof India 2026, one of the most prominent platforms for the roofing and allied construction industries,organised by Informa Markets, is currently underway and concludes today, April 25, 2026, at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, Bengaluru. Held from April 23–25,...
The inaugural edition of VIV Select India 2026 concluded successfully, marking a significant milestone as the globally established VIV Worldwide platform made its debut in India. Held from April 22-24, 2026 at Yashobhoomi Convention and Expo Centre, New Delhi,...
RideAsia EV 2026 officially opens today at Bharat Mandapam (Pragati Maidan), New Delhi, marking the beginning of a three-day showcase dedicated to India’s fast-growing electric mobility sector. The exhibition will run from 24th to 26th April 2026, bringing together...
The South Korean city of Pohang is set to host the PATA Youth Symposium on May 11, 2026, bringing together young tourism professionals, students, and industry stakeholders to explore the future of the travel and tourism sector. Organised by...
The 7th edition of RideAsia EV 2026 is set to take place from 24th to 26th April 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, positioning itself as one of the most significant platforms for India’s rapidly evolving electric vehicle industry....
The inaugural Aqua North East Expo 2026 is set to take place from September 17–19, 2026 at the Maniram Dewan Trade Centre in Guwahati, positioning itself as a key platform to drive growth, innovation, and investment in the aquaculture...
Exhicon Events Media Solutions Limited has announced the signing of a strategic Design & Construction along with Operations & Maintenance (O&M) partnership for a new Exhibition & Convention Centre at MMLP Indore, further strengthening its footprint in India’s rapidly...
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has introduced a modern, integrated website for the Department of Commerce (DoC), aimed at strengthening digital service delivery and improving accessibility for exporters, importers, and other stakeholders. The platform has been developed in...
Jamshedpur is set to host a significant education-focused event as Admissions Fair 2026 brings together leading universities and higher education institutions from across India. Scheduled for April 21–22, 2026, the fair will take place at Alcor Hotel, Bistupur, offering...
Food & Hospitality Asia (FHA) 2026 is set to take place from April 21–24, 2026, at the Singapore Expo, reaffirming its position as one of Asia’s largest and most influential trade events for the food, beverage, and hospitality sectors....
The 41st Annual Convention of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) is set to take place in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, in September 2026, positioning the coastal city as a major hub for India’s travel trade and tourism dialogue....
Global events organiser RX Global has announced the launch of WTM Spotlight India, a new B2B travel marketplace designed to connect international travel suppliers with India’s rapidly expanding travel and tourism market. The initiative marks a strategic expansion of...
Informa plc has officially announced the appointment of David Lynn as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer of inD, its Dubai-based partnership with the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The appointment marks a significant step in strengthening the region’s B2B...
The China International Consumer Products Expo 2026 is currently underway in Haikou, Hainan Province, reaffirming its position as one of Asia-Pacific’s most influential trade exhibitions for consumer goods. Running from April 13–18, 2026, at the Hainan International Convention and...
The International Conference on Future of Aviation and Aerospace (FOAA) 2026 is set to take place on April 18, 2026, in Bengaluru, bringing together some of the most influential voices from across the global aviation and aerospace ecosystem. Hosted...
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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...
Vikram Singh Chauhan, Founder and CEO at Nile Hospitality
NILE Hospitality was built to combine global brand discipline with deep local market insight
ES. Your career spans global hotel brands and leadership roles before founding Nile Hospitality. What inspired you to take the entrepreneurial...
Edgar Sanjuán, Founder & CEO, Emogg Analytics
ES. What inspired you to found Emogg, and how did your early background in biology and industrial design shape the company’s mission?
Edgar Sanjuán. The origin of the story is quite unique. Let me explain....
Nazeeba Zarin, Managing Director, PDA Ventures Pvt Ltd
Trade events are not just shows; they are catalysts for industry transformation.
ES. Can you share your journey into the exhibitions and global trade events space, and what inspired you to take on leadership roles...
Naveen Rizvi, Executive Director, ICE-Incentive Conference and Event Management
ES. Looking back at your early professional years, what experiences most decisively shaped your leadership philosophy in the meetings and conferences industry?
Naveen Rizvi. My initial years in the industry shaped me by putting me...
Phil Chung, CEO, Kinexin Convention Management, Yashobhoomi Operating Company
ES. How would you describe 2025 as a year for Yashobhoomi? Could you share insights into the number, scale, and diversity of events hosted at the venue during the year?
Phil Chung. 2025 was a...
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