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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...
WTM Africa 2026 has marked a significant milestone with record-breaking participation, reinforcing its position as Africa’s leading B2B travel trade exhibition. Held from April 13–15, 2026, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, the event brought together global tourism...
drink technology Delhi 2026 is set to take place from April 22–24, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, positioning itself as a key international platform for the beverage, dairy, and liquid food industry. Organized by Messe München India, the event is...
IFAT Delhi 2026 is set to take place from April 22–24, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, positioning itself as one of India’s leading trade fairs dedicated to environmental technologies. Organized by Messe München India Pvt. Ltd., the event will serve...
A strategic meeting for Rendez-vous en France 2026 was successfully held in Nice Côte d’Azur, positioning the destination at the forefront of global tourism promotion and MICE engagement. The 19th edition of the event stands as France’s largest B2B...
In an official announcement, Bharat Steel 2026 has been postponed until further notice due to the evolving global situation, including the ongoing West Asia crisis. The decision reflects the organizers’ priority to ensure the safety, security, and overall experience...
Airport 360 Expo 2026 is set to take place on April 23–24, 2026, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, emerging as India’s most comprehensive platform dedicated to the airport and aviation ecosystem. Organized by Media Fusion, the two-day...
The highly anticipated Skift Asia Forum 2026, organized by Skift, is set to take place on April 28–29, 2026, at the Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel in Bangkok. Bringing together global leaders from across travel, tourism, hospitality, aviation, and technology,...
Ranchi is set to host a major education-focused event as Admissions Fair 2026 prepares to bring together over 35 leading universities and higher education institutions from across India. Scheduled for April 14–15, 2026, the fair will take place at...
CyberSec India Expo 2026 is set to take place from April 23–24, 2026, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, bringing together key stakeholders from across the cybersecurity ecosystem. Now in its second edition, the expo is positioned as a leading...
TBEX North America 2026 is set to take place from June 23–26, 2026, in Richmond, Virginia, positioning the city as a key global hub for travel creators, tourism boards, and industry professionals. Hosted at the Greater Richmond Convention Center,...
GITEX AI Asia 2026 is set to return on 9–10 April at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, reinforcing its position as one of Asia’s most influential platforms for technology, startups, and digital investment. Positioned at the heart of Asia’s innovation...
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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...
Deepak Bohra, MD, Vaarta Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd
Our events connect the right buyers with the right suppliers.
ES. You have played a key role in growing Vaarta Trade Fairs into a recognised exhibition organiser in India. What inspired you to enter the...
Sanyal Desai, CEO, Radeecal Communications
We don’t just organise exhibitions: we build industry ecosystems.
ES. As the CEO of Radeecal Communications, how do you define the core vision that drives your organization in the exhibition industry
Sanyal Desai. At Radeecal Communications,...
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