will be tackled during the session will be how best to navigate the impact of soaring supply chain costs coupled with falling consumer spending power . Speakers will include Joanna Wales , Association of Independent Festivals CEO John Rostron , Boomtown head of production Lana Elsworthy and WeGroup CEO Nick Morgan .
Among the many other key subjects that will be brought into focus over the two days will be the opportunities presented by new event production technology , inspiring sustainable event solutions , and how best to engage brands with live events .
There will also be a case study of The 1975 ’ s ‘ carbon removed ’ shows at The O2 arena , with the session including representatives from partners AEG Europe , A Greener Future and UK-based climate tech startup CUR8 .
Another conference session will be dedicated to exploring Scotland ’ s live events landscape . From the legacy of the UCI World Cycling Championship to the anticipated impact of the opening of Edinburgh ’ s first major arena , the panel will discuss the challenges and opportunities north of the border . Speakers will include Paul Bush , Kate Carter , P & J Live managing director Rob Wicks and Watchtower Group festivals director Sam Joss .
Among the other event industry leaders to take to the stage during the twoday conference will be Association For Electronic Music COO Finlay Johnson , Music Declares Emergency cofounder Lewis Jamieson , Live Nation Entertainment UK & Ireland head of sustainability Victoria Chapman , Team Love head of sustainability Pauline Bourdon , Buro Happold global experience Lead Goc O ’ Callaghan , El Dorado festival director Kate Osler , Wild Fields director Ben Street , S & C Productions co-founder and head of partnerships Chris Jammer , AEG Europe director of sustainability Sam Booth , ASM Global UK partnerships director Lauren Tones , Paradise London creative director and founder Nick Jekyll , Music Support CEO Joe Hastings and tour manager Suzi Green .
Access All Areas content director Christopher Barrett said , “ We have worked tirelessly to create a diverse and informative conference offering that covers all the key corners of our vibrant and innovative industry .
“ Aside from the main stage conference , the EPS exhibition will showcase the latest and greatest offerings from event suppliers across all disciplines , while attendees will be offered further opportunities to gain insights and network at The Knowledge Hub and The Future Stage .”
Helping us set the scene in style for twodays of networking , debate and knowledge sharing in the main stage area is the Arena Group , which has designed and built a sloped seating system to accommodate you , while Just Smile oversee AV and production duties and Titchfield Group ’ s signage and graphics will have hopefully made the area a breeze to find .
Our ambition with the Event Production Show main stage conference is to provide a platform for event professionals from every sector of the live industry to demonstrate new products , share new ideas and gain insight that is helpful to your business and career . We hope it plays at least a small part in helping to forge a more connected and cohesive approach to opportunities and challenges . We look forward to seeing you there .