Clarion Events Expands Energy Portfolio with Acquisition of Infocast and Its 18 Events

October 31, 2024
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Clarion Events, a privately owned event and exhibition organizer based in London, UK, announced the acquisition of Infocast, organizer of 18 renewable energy events such as Clean Energy Investment Summit, Transmission & Interconnection Summit and NY Energy Summit—to name a few. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. 

This strategic addition bolsters Clarion’s portfolio in the global energy sector, which includes trade shows like DISTRIBUTECH International and their regional development-focused events, GridTech Connect, POWERGEN International, Enlit Europe, Enlit Asia, and the African Energy Forum. 

Based on 2023 revenues, Clarion was ranked as the third largest independent global exhibition organizer, according to a recently released report from Stax.  

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Deeper dive: Infocast is known for its Confex (conference exchange) model plus its five flagship events that have continued growth of audience and sponsorship, according to Clarion. These flagship events include: Solar + Wind, Projects & MoneyERCOT Market Summit, and Southeast Renewables.  

 

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The 2024 Solar + Wind Finance & Investment Summit, one of Infocast's flagship events, took place March 10–13 at the Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, in Phoenix. 
 

What they are saying: Clarion Events North America President Liz Irving said, “The acquisition of Infocast aligns our strengths and cultures, enabling us to deliver unmatched value to our customers and industries.” Infocast President Cindy Kim said, "We are excited to join the Clarion Events North America portfolio. Their dedication to the customers and industries they serve, alongside their culture of customer centricity and innovation, align with our business focus." 

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Clarion Events North America President Liz Irving

 

Why it matters: 

Expanding Reach: Infocast’s events, focused on deal-making in the renewable energy market, align with Clarion’s energy portfolio. Clarion’s total portfolio includes 125 events and media brands across a range of vertical markets. 

Growth & Innovation: Infocast, a 30-year-old private company owned by William Meyer, gains the resources to drive further growth, innovation, and international reach. Clarion Events employs nearly 2,000 people in 12 countries around the globe while Infocast has 18 employees who are remotely located across the U.S. 

 

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Networking at the 2024 Solar + Wind event. The 2025 event will return March 16-19 to the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix.
 

Leadership in Action: Clarion Events North America Chief Commercial Officer Desiree Hanson will lead integration efforts to enhance Clarion’s impact across the energy ecosystem. Backed by PE firm The Blackstone Group, Clarion Events North America, which is the U.S. division of Clarion Events, has offices in Shelton, CT; Tulsa, OK; and Rochelle Park, NJ.  

 

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Clarion Events North America Chief Commercial Officer Desiree Hanson will lead integration efforts.

Photos: Courtesy of Clarion 

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