“Every day, as we plan and deliver the world’s most successful travel events, abbreviations permeate our interactions and operations. For example, we help our customers to secure booths in our events in SQM or SQFT (square meters or square…
Trade Show Executive’s People in the News Roundup: October 2024
RX promoted Toni Piela to Head of Strategy and M&A, RX USA. Piela was previously Vice President of Corporate Development and M&A at RX and has worked for the company since 2009.
Trade Show Executive - Diving Into RX’s Strategy
CHICAGO — RX, the global exhibitions division of RELX, is experiencing growth in its business, which is comprised of its 400-plus events across more than 40 industry sectors around the world.RX reported impressive revenue growth throughout 2023 —…
The economic impact generated by fairs and exhibitions in Mexico
Luiz Bellini, CEO of RX Mexico, explained that the trade fair and exhibition industry in Mexico is a key sector that not only boosts the local economy, but also generates a significant impact in various areas.
Lifelong learning is the key to success
"Last week I discussed how executive leaders can holster their organisations by investing in their workforces professional development." Marie Browne talks to Trade Show Executive.
UFI Announces Chris Skeith as the Organization’s Next CEO
“Chris’s long and stalwart service at AEO has earned him the credibility to elevate UFI’s performance to new heights for our members,” said Hugh Jones, CEO of RX, and the President-Elect of the 2024-2025 period for UFI.
This Year’s Cannes Yachting Festival Sails to Success
CANNES — The prestigious RX’s Cannes Yachting Festival concluded on Sept. 15 after six successful days. It is reported that there were 55,000 visitors, the same number as last year. A global audience from more than 130 different countries were in…
Inside the strategic mind of RX
Peter Lindsay, RX’s global chief strategy officer, is reflecting on a year in the role.“It’s a big company, and we cover a lot of regions. The role has already taken me to places I had never been to, and I’ve loved meeting so many different people…
UFI Americas Conference unites industry leaders in Monterrey
UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, reports the successful conclusion of the 2024 UFI Americas Conference, which brought together over 170 exhibition industry leaders and stakeholders from across the Americas and…
Helen Sheppard, Sustainability Director, Reed Exhibitions
Can you tell us about your journey into corporate responsibility and sustainability? What experiences have shaped your approach to sustainability in the events industry?Like many people when I finished university, I didn’t quite know what I wanted…
RX UK appoints head of visitor strategy
RX UK has appointed Rosi Viljoen as head of visitor strategy. This newly created role will develop ‘High Value Visitor (HVV)’ strategies and activations across all of RX UK’s events. Viljoen will initially focus on leading the RX Hosted Buyer…
WTM London 2024 set to be biggest to date
World Travel Market London (WTM) says this year’s event will be the largest to date, with an expected 7% growth and expansion into new halls at ExCeL London. Taking place from 5-7 November, WTM expects to showcase around 4,000 exhibitors…