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As the #InternationalMICESummit kicks off, this infographic highlights key stats about Saudi Arabia’s growing MICE sector #IMS24 #ExpandingHorizons International MICE Summit Saudi Conventions & Exhibitions General Authority

The recently concluded International MICE Summit highlighted the growing importance of this sector, especially amidst the unprecedented opportunities now available in Saudi Arabia. The summit served as a pivotal platform for industry professionals, fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and innovation. Its impact on the sector and its workforce is profound, as it not only showcased Saudi Arabia's potential as a global hub for exhibitions and conferences but also emphasized the country's commitment to advancing this dynamic industry.

🌟 The conference sector is evolving! 🌍 Abdullah Al-Harbi, CEO of Eye of Riyadh, emphasises the vast opportunities available in the MICE

At the inaugural International MICE Summit, held in Saudi Arabia last month, 12 major events were announced and RX Global, Messe Muenchen and Clarion Events revealed plans to establish offices in the country. “Exhibitions and conferences are poised to thrive in KSA [Kingdom of Saudi Arabia] in the coming years,” Jochen Witt, President and CEO of jwc GmbH, said. “The pace of change in KSA is remarkable. We’ve been working there for four years, and every time I visit, it feels like the landscape has shifted yet again. In terms of market size, China will remain Asia’s largest, but KSA’s growth rates are set to outpace most countries globally.” Learn more about this new event, which was hosted by the Saudi Conventions & Exhibitions General Authority: https://lnkd.in/gY_Ukdrn #events #KSA #tradeshows 

Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau signs agreement with INCON to host educational programmes to enhance the MICE sector  #UAE #InAbuDhabi #INCON  Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau

International MICE Summit concludes in Riyadh, marking a new era of global collaboration and industry transformation https://lnkd.in/dji-uEZi

The first-ever International MICE Summit (IMS24) has sparked transformative changes in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector, with 19 key announcements made on a dynamic opening day, introducing major new exhibitions to Saudi Arabia. Global event giants, including RX Global, Messe Munich, and Clarion, revealed plans to open new offices in Saudi Arabia, supporting the Kingdom’s ambitious event expansion goals over the next decade. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/gUs5p8Aj International MICE Summit RX Global Clarion Events Ahmed Al Khateeb Messe Düsseldorf GmbH Richard Attias & Associates Raghav Khosla Dharam Dutt Tarang Khosla

I was invited to speak on a panel at the International MICE Summit by His Excellency Fahd bin Abdulmohsen Al-Rasheed, the Chairman of Saudi Conventions & Exhibitions General Authority. I felt honoured to be sharing the panel with several distinguished leaders in the exhibitions sector, and to be interviewed by Richard Attias who has had a remarkable career, including co-creating and producing brands like World Economic Forum and FII. To summarise my points: ✅ The market gives you the conditions to launch well. Growth as we've seen with Tahaluf can only happen in Saudi Arabia. ✅ Continuity and retention of talent are key to delivering excellent events. ✅ Put your faith in content and end user experience. ✅ Invest in young Saudi talent if you want to scale your business in the Kingdom. My takeaway from the Summit is that all eyes are on Saudi. Four years ago when we launched @Hack I said in my opening speech that Saudi is now a global hub for events. The attendance of so many global leaders in the events trade looking to expand their business in the Kingdom is continued proof that that's the case.

🌟 Saudi Arabia: The New Hub for the Events Industry? 🌟 I had the privilege of following the exciting updates from the first International MICE Summit (IMS2024) in Saudi Arabia, where major announcements were made that signal a new chapter for the events world. The summit, held just yesterday, hosted over 1,000 influential events professionals and featured key speakers including Saudi Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb. What a landmark moment for the Kingdom! 🇸🇦 Three global events leaders - RX Global, Messe Munich, and Clarion - are setting up new offices in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant commitment to the region. This comes alongside the announcement of 12 major events launching in the Kingdom, such as Money20/20, FIBO, and the International Hardware Show. For those of us in the events industry, this is a clear sign that Saudi Arabia is aiming to become a pivotal hub for conferences and exhibitions on a global scale. 📈 Chairman of the Saudi Conventions & Exhibitions General Authority, His Excellency Fahd Al Rasheed, has declared this the beginning of a new chapter for our industry. With these developments, it's no surprise that many are wondering if Saudi Arabia will soon rival other global events hubs. Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the future of events looks incredibly bright in the Kingdom. What are your thoughts on Saudi Arabia's new role in the events industry? 🌍✨ #EventPros #MICE2024 #SaudiArabiaEvents

INCON is thrilled to announce that the Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau has signed a three year education partnership with INCON to enhance education and collaboration within the MICE sector in the Middle East. The agreement was signed during the ICCA congress by Mubarak AlShamsi and Nicole Walker, CEO of Arinex Pty Ltd and Co-Chair of INCON. Supported by AHMED EL SHAL INCON Dean, Jurriaen Sleijster and Sungmin Hwang. During this partnership Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau - ADCEB will tap into a wealth of global expertise and thought leadership while INCON Partners and their teams from around the world will have the opportunity to explore Abu Dhabi as a prime MICE destination, driving business development and growth opportunities for ADCEB and its partners. The next step is to organise the INCON University in Abu Dhabi April 2025! Arinex Pty Ltd, AIM Group International, Business Travel Consulting, Conference Partners International - PCO, CPO HANSER SERVICE GmbH, DEKON Group, East Star Event Management, ICOM, Ortra Ltd. Openerdoc 오프너디오씨, Smithbucklin, MCI #inconexcellence #abudhabi