UFI's Open Seminar in Asia Debuts Feb. 28 in Jakarta
January 22, 2013
The 8th UFI Open Seminar in Asia in Jakarta, produced by UFI, The Global Association for the Exhibition Industry, will kick off Feb. 28- March 1, featuring sessions with leaders in the industry.
"This is the 8th edition of the UFI Open Seminar in Asia, and it is the first time we have taken the event to Indonesia,” said Mark Cochrane, UFI’s regional manager Asia/Pacific. “Growth in South-East Asian exhibition markets has easily outpaced the rest of the region in recent years and we expect that trend to continue in 2013.”
He added, “In addition to the opportunity to network with more than 200 exhibition industry professionals, attendees will hear the views of industry leaders such as Stephen Tan, CEO of Singapore Exhibition Services, Jacques Racine, president of Sherpa Solutions and Benedict Soh, executive chairman of Kingsmen Creative. For anyone with an interest in the Asian exhibition industry, this is the most important event of the year!"
The event opens with UFI’s Managing Director Paul Woodward giving remarks, followed by Manu Bhaskaran, CEO and founding director, Centennial Asia Advisors Pte Ltd, Singapore, discussing “ASEAN in 2015: Where Are We Headed.”
Bhaskaran’s talk will assess the near term and long term prospects for Asian economies. It will also include an assessment of where Asian economic integration stands with a view on the progress made in establishing an ASEAN Economic Community by 2015.
Next up Cliff Wallace, chairman, Shenyang New World Expo (Management), China, who previously headed the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre as well, will head a session called “The Venue Landscape in Asia: An Appraisal.”
Attendees also will have the opportunity to hear from Stephen Tan, CEO, Singapore Exhibition Services & President, Allworld Exhibitions Alliance, Singapore, discussing his years of experience operating a leading exhibition organiser in South-East Asia as well as opportunities in emerging markets such as Indonesia, Myanmar and others.
In the one of the final sessions of the day, Steve Monnington, owner and founder of Mayfield Media Strategies, U.K., will talk about international partnerships.
The next day is filled with informative sessions focusing on technology, including mobile trends, as well as the changing role of exhibition contractors.
Partner Voices
Overview:
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In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.
“We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.”
Amenities:
The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.
The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience
The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need.
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OCCC Events:
This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.
The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:
AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023
200,000 Attendees
$257 Million in Economic Impact
MEGACON 2023
160,000 Attendees
$205 Million in Economic Impact
Open Championship Series 2023
69,500 Attendees
$89 Million in Economic Impact
Sunshine Classic 2023
42,000 Attendees
$54 Million in Economic Impact
Premiere Orlando 2023
42,000 Attendees
$108 Million in Economic Impact
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