Interview our resort partners , we are thrilled to be able to host so many of the industry ’ s leaders , top executives , and professionals in Vegas . The exhibition industry is integral to the destination at large , so it makes hosting such an important event that much more special .
What kind of impact do you foresee the UFI Global Congress having on the city ’ s reputation as an events destination and its standing within the global exhibition sector ? Hosting this event is a testament to Las Vegas ’ capabilities as a top destination for business and we trust everyone who attends this year ’ s congress will walk away with a better understanding of what the destination offers , having experienced our world-renowned hospitality first hand .
The UFI Global Congress is an opportunity for professionals in the exhibition sector to network and exchange insights . How do you plan to showcase Las Vegas ’ s unique offerings and facilities to these industry leaders ? Las Vegas is unique for many reasons
but one aspect that makes our city so great for events like this is that we have so much going on in just a few-mile radius . So , if attendees are staying at the ARIA where the congress is being hosted , they can easily explore that stellar property or head down the street to check out any number of amazing hotels , over-the-top nightclubs , or catch one of the A-list headliners that now call Vegas home .
How do you think this event will contribute to the growth and advancement of the exhibition sector not only in Las Vegas but also across the United States ? It ’ s always important to get people together to share ideas , collaborate , learn , and make connections . By bringing leaders , change-makers , and passionate professionals together in one place , it moves an industry forward .
Las Vegas is constantly evolving , so what exciting new developments can UFI delegates look forward to experiencing in the city ? There is so much to explore and discover here in Vegas . We have several new hotels that have opened in the last few years including Circa Resort & Casino located downtown , Resorts World Las Vegas and Virgin Hotels , located at the former Hard Rock Hotel location . All of which have a long list of restaurants , venues , and entertainment to check out .
I also recommend delegates experience the Sphere while here . Opening in late September with a residency by U2 , this technologically advanced venue is set to change the way we do entertainment with the highest-resolution LED screen on Earth , advanced acoustics and an infrasound haptic system that will allow guests to feel sound . The exterior is also wrapped with 53,883sqm of programmable lighting , which has taken the internet by storm when it was lit for the first time this past July .
Finally , could you summarise the broader vision that LVCVA has for Las Vegas ’ s role in the global business events landscape and how events like the UFI Global Congress align with that vision ? Our vision for Las Vegas is to continue to deliver on our reputation as the number one destination for meetings and events . To continually evolve , innovate and surprise our visitors with something new and exciting each time they visit .
We strive to be the best at what we do , whether that ’ s serving the most mouth-watering meal a guest has ever had , seeing a mind-blowing act on stage , or attending a meeting or conference that changed the way they do business .
Hosting an event like the UFI Global Congress aligns with that vison because you are bringing together the best of the best to innovate , challenge and evolve , much like Vegas itself . We strive to be a catalyst for inspiration and exploration . EW
www . exhibitionworld . co . uk Issue 5 2023 33