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Sep 23, 2015
The Comexposium Group acquired the Digital Marketing division (dmg events Digital Marketing) of dmg::events, which operates ad:tech, iMedia and the Digital Collective series of business-to-business events in the United States, Japan, India, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
“Digital marketing is a rapidly growing sector which falls within the Group’s international development strategy, and increases a portfolio of leading events which match our existing events: the Mobile Media Summit, Digital Marketing One‐to‐One, E‐Commerce and E‐ Commerce One‐to‐One. It… more
Sep 22, 2015
The recent staging of PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2015, 5th International Packaging and Printing Exhibition for Asia, attracted 300 exhibitors from 20 countries and 14,615 visitors from 50 nations to Bangkok.
Jointly organized by The Thai Packaging Association, The Thai Printing Association and Messe Düsseldorf Asia, the event presented a wide array of the latest developments for the packaging and printing supply chain.
“We are very pleased with the success of the exhibition, also in light of the recent safety and security concerns in Bangkok. On closing, we registered strong visitor… more
Sep 22, 2015
Diversified Communications promoted Stuart Bailey to managing director of Diversified Communications Hong Kong LLC from his current position of general manager.
Stuart Bailey joined Diversified through an acquisition in April 2009. At that time, the company only had one event – Restaurant & Bar HK, with the Retail Asia Expo launching in late 2009.
Today, Diversified Communications HK organizes five trade exhibitions and three conferences, including Natural & Organic Products Asia, Learning & Teaching Expo and HR Summit & Expo Hong Kong.
Expansion has come through a combination… more
Sep 22, 2015
Global Sources' 2015 fall trade show series will kick off at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong on Oct. 11. The shows will be staged in three phases, with 4,500 exhibitors showcasing products in around 8,000 booths.
President of Global Sources Electronics Group Tommy Wong said: "I am extremely proud that this fall marks our 10th anniversary of hosting trade shows in Hong Kong and these are the largest-ever events since debuting in Hong Kong in 2006.”
He added, "Within the past decade, Global Sources trade shows have joined the ranks of the leading sourcing events in the region and have… more
Sep 22, 2015
The most recognized face in weather – The Weather Channel’s Jim Cantore – will step away from his reporting on all of the top events for the past 25 years, including Hurricane Katrina and Super Storm Sandy, to emcee the TSNN Awards’ gala celebration Nov. 7 in Atlanta.
"The Weather Channel's own Jim Cantore, headquartered here in Atlanta, is an excellent choice to emcee the 6th Annual TSNN Awards," said Mark Sussman, director of Trade Show Sales, Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau.
He added, “Weather plays an important role in the execution of trade shows and… more
Sep 22, 2015
As World Routes draws to a close on the African continent, the Province of KwaZulu-Natal in Durban, South Africa, officially has handed the event over to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport in Chengdu, China for 2016.
Speaking at the close of the 21st World Route Development Forum in Durban today, Huang Ping, minister of Chengdu Municipal Government, said: "Hosting World Routes in Chengdu gives us the opportunity to demonstrate, on a global stage, our success in building a national-level aviation hub serving international and domestic airlines.”
He added… more
Sep 22, 2015
The Sunday Times published a report stating that UBM plc is moving ahead with plans to sell its PR Newswire division. The asset disposal is expected to result in UBM netting approximately US$750 million. PR Newswire is a leading global distributor of press releases, publicity material and marketing news.
PR Newswire is forecast to post revenues of US$320 million this year and deliver profits of US$87 million. The Sunday Times also reported that U.S.-based investment bank, Evercore, had been appointed to manage the sale and that private equity firm, GTCR was expected to be a leading bidder.
Sep 22, 2015
Mega Expo (formerly Kenfair), a Hong Kong-based exhibition and event organiser, announced its financial results for the year ended 30th June 2015. The company reported total revenues of US$24 million, down 8.5% year-on-year. Despite the drop in revenue, Mega Expo recorded a profit of US$5.9 million, up from US$1.8 million in the previous year. Diluted earnings per share in the year were HK$0.2046 (US$0.026).
In the previous financial year, more than 95% of Mega Expo’s revenue came from organising exhibitions (US$23 million). Revenues from exhibitions were down year-on-year 8.1%. The remaining… more
Sep 22, 2015
The 34th edition of Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, co-organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Ltd., ran from 8th to 12nd September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).
The Watch & Clock Fair featured more than 780 exhibitors from 23 countries and regions, with first time exhibitors from Bermuda, Denmark, Lebanon, Russia and Spain. The five-day event attracted over 19,600 buyers, up about 2% compared with the previous year. Encouraging… more
Sep 21, 2015
More than 150 trade show leaders, industry suppliers, investment bankers, media and economists gathered last week at the JW Marriott in Chicago to look deep into a crystal ball for the Center for Exhibition Industry Research’s Predict: Annual Exhibition Industry Outlook Conference.
Britton Jones, president and CEO of Business Journals Inc. and chairman of CEIR, greeted everyone and said, “Thank you for taking the time to be here in Chicago for our biggest event yet.”
The purpose of CEIR Predict is exactly what it sounds like; the sessions focused on where the industry is now and where it’s… more
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.
Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.
Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.
The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.
MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.
MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.