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Discover the MeetEngland Impact Network – harnessing intellectual capital and strengthening England’s global competitiveness
MeetEngland, part of VisitEngland, has launched the MeetEngland Impact Network. Held at the historic Cutlers’ Hall in Sheffield on 12 February, representatives from 15 cities across the country joined 19 ambassadors and five industry colleagues to celebrate the experts, innovators and thought leaders who help position England as a world-leading knowledge destination. The MeetEngland Impact… Read more
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The Business of Acquisitions: At what point does consolidation create a shortage of shows to acquire?
Steve Monnington, CEO of Mayfield Merger Strategies, summarises the biggest transaction of the month and explores the circular relationship between founders and the larger acquisitive organisers. How 2026 M&A has started Another six exhibitions and three event services acquisitions continue M&A momentum. The biggest news of the month is the mega merger of Informa’s B2B… Read more
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EICC board appoints Judy Rae as Non-Executive Director
The board of the world-class Edinburgh conference and events venue, Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) has appointed Judy Rae as a non-executive director. Announcing the appointment, EICC board chair, Cllr Lezley Marion Cameron said: “We are delighted to welcome Judy to the EICC board at this exciting and challenging time for the company and the business events… Read more
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The Business of Acquisitions: Competing with private equity to buy shows
Steve Monnington, CEO of Mayfield Merger Strategies, summarises the frenetic M&A activity in December and talks to two acquisitive organisers who don’t have the luxury of Private Equity funding. Read more
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Government to review business events sector following Select Committee inquiry
The recent Culture, Media and Sport (CMS) Select Committee inquiry into the UK’s Major Events sector will result in a series of recommendations being presented to government to strengthen the business events sector and support new opportunities for growth and collaboration. The inquiry took place in Parliament on 09 December and was chaired by Dame Caroline Dineage DBE MP. The committee comprised an influential group… Read more
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ICC Wales, The Celtic Manor Resort and The Parkgate Hotel join leading industry association
ICC Wales, The Celtic Manor Resort and The Parkgate Hotel have joined industry association beam, further enhancing the portfolio’s voice as a key player within the UK’s meetings and events industry. beam is one of the UK’s leading associations for the business, events, accommodation, and meetings industry. As members, the three South Wales venues will have access to a wide… Read more