Opinion

Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance welcomes US Supreme Court tariff decision
The Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA), the public policy voice of the US business and professional events industry…

Investors now think AI is really positive for trade shows
By Philip Soar, chairman of Nineteen Group and CloserStill Media We are all closely following AI developments (particularly if…

An early mover making big dreams come true
CEO dmg Events and former UFI past president Geoff Dickinson talks pioneering work in the Arabian Gulf, making human connections…

The M&A Brief: Gabriella Rimmer (Plural Strategy) shares insights on the selling process
At the EN Indy Expo & Awards, Gabriella Rimmer took to the stage with Mike Seaman to discuss how business owners can…

Exhibition evolution: The 2025 Global Industry Performance unveiled
The exhibition industry has entered a new phase following several years of pandemic-induced volatility. The upcoming Global…

From space to services: new htf report maps ongoing structural shift in exhibition revenues
A new report from htf consulting highlights a fundamental reshaping of how exhibition organisers generate sales. The 5S Report…

TCEB: Asian guardian of a ‘trusted gateway’ to events
Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) new president Dr Supawan Teerarat, tells EW about the bureau’s vision for…

Shaping a future-proof Messe model
In this exclusive, Kai Hattendorf delves behind the recent news headline to explore how a German Messe is re-programming its…

Shaping success: The Media Production & Technology Show
The Media Production & Technology Show (MPTS) has long been a barometer for innovation in the media and broadcasting sector…

Why are top exhibition companies seeing financial growth?
In his latest blog, CloserStill Media and Nineteen Group chairman Phil Soar explores the recent financial performance of leading…

Maximise your exhibition stand ROI
With over 20 years of brand marketing experience across three continents, Miami-based strategist Mike Silver, managing director…