Pictures by Jonathan ‘ JT ’ Taylor at Aniseed Photo
International Confex wins hearts and minds
Back in its usual spot in the calendar and in the hearts of the events industry , International Confex returned to ExCeL on 8-9 March
For thousands of events professionals streaming through the doors of ExCeL on 8-9 March , the return of International Confex to its usual place in the calendar was a welcome indicator of industry ’ s return to full health .
The aisles were packed with organisers and suppliers were keen to be back at their event – with many saying the success of Confex was a barometer of the health the sector as a whole .
All the exhibitors said they made great connections . Reports of deals worth £ 180,000 were flying around the halls .
International Confex was co-located
“ Thank you not only for the best Confex yet , but for supporting the sector through a challenging couple of years .” with Mash Media ’ s Event Production Show , the Publishing Show and the PA Shows to bring the events industry together .
Chair of the Business Visits & Events Partnership ( BVEP ), Chris Skeith OBE said : “ International Confex is back , and I mean back back . I ’ ve attended Confex for many years , and I can ’ t remember the last time there was such a buzz amongst the visitors and exhibitors which is a great indicator for the whole business events sector going forward . All the right people were there , members , friends and acquaintances both old and new .
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