16 August - Rhubarb's London acquisition, Heike Mahmoud's return to Berlin and Paris' Olympic surge
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AIPC 's FutureForce to tackle problem of staff retention
Breakout: AIPC's Future Shapers program addresses the challenges of staff retention in the industry. The initiative focusses on creating a centralised digital platform to connect convention centre professionals, offer career guidance, and enhance recruitment efforts.
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Rhubarb Hospitality Collection acquires The Brewery on Chiswell Street in London
Breakout: Rhubarb Hospitality Collection has acquired The Brewery, a historic event venue in London. This acquisition expands Rhubarb's portfolio and enhances its position in the premium events market.
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Return to Berlin for Heike Mahmoud, CMP Fellow
Breakout: The Estrel Berlin, Europe’s largest hotel, entertainment and congress complex, has announced Heike Mahmoud as its new chief operating officer (COO). Mahmoud returns to the capital from CCH-Congress Center Hamburg, which she has been responsible for strategic and operational leadership since 2018. She takes up the new post with immediate effect.
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External events a major asset to Dubai World Trade Centre in H1 2024
Breakout: Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has announced a strong performance for its Hospitality division in the first half of 2024. The results show a significant increase in number of guests at external events.
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Paris sees surge in visitor numbers during Olympics
Breakout: The significant increase in visitor numbers to Paris during the Olympics, driven by the city's successful hosting of the event. This surge has positively impacted the local economy, particularly the hospitality and tourism sectors, and reinforces Paris's status as a major global destination.
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