Chris has worked in the events industry for over 20 years, initially creating and developing exhibition audit schemes with media auditor ABC, and latterly holding Director positions with association secretariat company the Events Industry Alliance. As part of this secretariat he creates an environment which encourages engagement and interaction with the members and Boards whilst maintaining membership levels and association budgets. He has a particular focus on facilitating the resolution of industry issues and the creation and adoption of best practice. He also sits on numerous policy and planning groups, such as HSE, BS/ISO, and is a regular speaker at industry events and contributor and commentator in the press.
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Chair of the UKEVENTS Skills & Talent Working Group
Glenn is Principal Lecturer in Events Management at the UK Centre for Events Management (Leeds Beckett University), where he has helped establish events management degrees and masters since 1996. He was Founding Chair of AEME (Association for Events Management Education) where he continues to serve on the Executive Committee as Treasurer, and has represented AEME at UKEVENTS since 2006. He is co-author of the textbook Events Management (Routledge, 4th edition 2023) and co-series editor of the Routledge Events Management series. He serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Convention and Event Tourism and oan the Editorial Advisory Board of Event Management. He is pursuing his PhD which explores the potential use of quality costing as a management tool for the events industry. He is passionate about events management education and research supporting events industry development and the significant role that graduates play.
Susan has been the CEO of NOEA for the past 11 years and their BVEP representative during that time. Her background is in large events; she was Event Director of the Bristol Balloon Fiesta for 16 years, dealing with all aspects of the event from sponsorship, marketing, operations, working with local authorities, and SAGS, to ensuring there were enough toilets! At NOEA, she has worked with their leadership to implement their BuildBackBetter campaign; getting talent back into the industry and providing educational resources for members. She has worked hard through the pandemic to get our industry’s issues heard by government, while supporting initiatives that benefit both. She is passionate about the industry and sits on the executive board for the Mid Somerset Agricultural Show and is Chair of the Livestock Committee.
Meet David, MD at Inloco Events, a seasoned professional with over 35 years of invaluable experience in the hotel and events industry. For the past 28 years, David has been dedicated to event management and venue finding, honing his expertise to perfection.
David's commitment to the industry goes beyond his role at Inloco Events. He also serves on the board of BEAM, formerly known as the HBAA, where he passionately advocates for the industry's diversity and voices its concerns. He believes in the power of data to substantiate the industry's worth in the economy, helping to drive initiatives for greater statistical understanding among members.
With a rich background encompassing both agency and hotel logistics, David understands the importance of compromise and collaboration. He firmly believes that the best results, whether in events or in life, are achieved through collective effort towards the greater good.
David is not just a professional; he's a visionary leader dedicated to elevating the events industry through collaboration, data-driven insights, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Chair of the UKEVENTS Outdoor Events Working Group
Tom brings a wealth of experience to the role, as President of the National Outdoor Event Association (NOEA) and member of the Event Industry Advisory Group, which he joined during its formation at the beginning of the pandemic in 2021. Within both roles, Tom is a key voice behind the importance of retaining and growing talent and skills within the industry, and area that continues to be a focus of his. As Chair of the Outdoor Events Working Group, Tom will lead strategic discussions and initiatives aimed at addressing the evolving landscape of outdoor events. In his role on the Executive Committee, Tom will work alongside industry leaders to shape the future of the events industry in the UK. His dual responsibilities highlight UKEVENTS' commitment to ensuring that the outdoor events sector receives focused attention and dedicated leadership.
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Chair of the UKEVENTS Advocacy & Government Relations Working Group
Michael has chaired the BVEP since its inception in 1999 until May 2020. He now acts as Advocacy & Government Relations and Secretariat liaison. With fifty years' experience in the tourism and hospitality industry, he is a former board member of the Ladbroke Group Plc as Chairman and CEO of Hilton International and a former consultant to CBRE Hotels, the world's leading hospitality real estate advisory firm. He served as Chairman of The Tourism Alliance and continues to be a member of its Board. He was appointed OBE for services to tourism, voted "Personality of the Year" by readers of Meetings & Incentive Travel and awarded the Joint Meetings Industry Council Unity Award, recognising individuals who have made a significant contribution to the advancement of the Meetings Industry and its level of professionalism. In 2021 he was awarded a fellowship by EVCOM.
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Since May 2012 Simon has run a business consultancy specialising in providing strategic services to the events sector. Previously he spent 10 years as Director of Live Events at COI, where he worked on a number of high profile events for a diverse range of government departments and agencies. He has worked in creative industry management and production roles for over 30 years. He is passionate about getting the end-to-end production process right for live events. He believes that bringing people together to share ideas, learning and experience remains one of the most powerful communication tools available today. Widely recognised by the industry over the years for his varied contribution, he serves on the board of Evcom and was chair of the BVEP.