Global CEO summit cements Singapore’s reputation for business events

Business events organisers convened at the Asia CEO Summit on 3-5 October 2023, hosted at JW Marriott Singapore South Beach, to discuss investing in conferences, trade shows, and exhibitions to meet the demand of Asian businesses. The gathering of global industry leaders reflects the confidence and positive outlook in the economic growth of Southeast Asia. Richard Ireland, president, SACEOS, says: “The demand for business events in Southeast Asia is stronger than it has ever been as large-scale international events like conferences, exhibitions, and trade shows continue to make a resounding comeback.” The Summit was co-organised by the Association of Event Organisers (AEO), the Singapore Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers (SACEOS), the Society for Independent Show Organisers (SISO) and UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry. Among the global event organisers in attendance at the Asia CEO Summit are Informa Markets, RX, Clarion Events, Comexposium, and Messe Düsseldorf. The three-day in-person summit facilitated thought leadership panel discussions by global industry experts, covering topics such as recovery and growth in Asia and beyond, the impact of China’s reopening, India’s market entrance strategies and growth opportunities, and Sustainability development in the exhibition industry. Michael Duck, president, UFI, says: “When it matters, people meet. This is true for every industry the events sector serves with trade shows and conferences. The Asia CEO Summit is an excellent opportunity for the leaders of our own industry to come together – from across Asia and beyond.”