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Said Al Shanfari, UFI president

June 5, 2026Oman meeting leader is new UFI presidentSaid Al Shanfari, CEO of the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC), has been elected as President of UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, for the 2027–28 term.Read More

Phillipe Bijaoui, Accor

February 14, 2023Accor appoints Phillipe Bijaoui to handle Europe and North AfricaHotel group Accor makes key appointment to lead development in Europe and North Africa

Malcolm Leach

February 6, 2023Isla targets growth of carbon measurement platform with new hireEvents industry body isla has appointed Malcolm Leach as its first chief technical officer (CTO).

Paula Rowntree

January 31, 2023Making the most of AIME 2023: 'Mingle like there's no tomorrow'Making the most of AIME 2023: 'Mingle like there's no tomorrow'

Louise Scott

January 30, 2023"Melbourne is a city of experiences and is best explored in person."AIMEbassador interview - Louise Scott

January 17, 2023Northstar names Nick Powell as managing director EMEANorthstar Travel Group, owner of AMI and the largest information services, data, events, and marketing solutions company focused exclusively on the travel industry, has named Nick Powell managing director, EMEA effective today.

Peter King and The Hon John Brumby AO

December 19, 2022King of major Melbourne venue is celebrated for his commitment Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center (MCEC) has celebrated its outgoing chief executive, Peter King for his decade of commitment.

Roslyn McLeod OAM

November 8, 2022Arinex founder honoured for 50-year career at ICCA CongressRoslyn McLeod OAM, founder of professional conference organisation Arinex, was presented with an Honorary Membership of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA).

Jess Zickar

November 1, 2022ICC Sydney appoints CSR manager 'to help planners make better decisions'To aid the venue’s commitment to achieving environmentally sustainable events by 2030, it has hired someone to manage its corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts.

Expert Contributors

October 3, 2022Expert ContributorsThe people powering ami with their knowledge and experience

Claus Raasted, College of Extraordinary Experiences

July 6, 2022Video: 'Innovation requires focus, but focus kills innovation' - Claus RaastedAMI James Lancaster met Claus Raasted, co-founder of the College of Extraordinary Experiences, to talk innovation...Show More