On-demand webinar
Confex events: Why this show format is changing the game
Red light or green light? Recently, the confex event format has got a solid green light from organizers, as its popularity grows.
Confex events are a unique combination of conference, exhibition and - in some cases - even hosted buyer meeting programs in one event.
This webinar will detail why confex events are changing the game and what organizers should do to capitalize on this mega trend.
Join our expert panellists who have several years' experience in delivering some of the world's biggest confex events where we will explore:
- Why confex events are growing: Learn why 19% of organizers either plan to run, or are interested in running confex events, according to new research
- Discover the leading lights: Listen to real-life case studies from confex organizers to see which shows are blazing a trail
- Tips and tricks: Get the inside track on what confex organizers are doing differently to everyone else, then get actionable insights to use them in your show
- Why organizers love confexs: Low churn rate and market defensibility are just two of the benefits, discover more on this webinar
- Future predictions: Discover how confex events will evolve and what it means for traditional event formats, like conferences and exhibitions
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Panellists include:
Jessica Natinsky, SVP of Group Strategy, Hyve Group
Hyve Group, which runs several major confex events like Bett and Shoptalk, saw 60% growth in 2024.
Jessica's role at the international organzier is to champion organic growth by implementing strategy, which includes the formulation of M&A, product and go-to-market strategies.
Before joining Hyve, she spent six fast-paced years in the world of strategy consulting working at L.E.K. Consulting.
Before joining Hyve, she spent six fast-paced years in the world of strategy consulting working at L.E.K. Consulting.
Marco Giberti, Founder and CEO, Vesuvio Ventures
Marco is a successful entrepreneur and investor with over 25 years of intensive experience in media, technology, and the live events industry.
He is the Founder and CEO of Vesuvio Ventures, where he works with startups, venture and private equity investors, and corporate innovators serving as a coach, advisor, interim executive, board member or angel investor.
His businesses have included Mind Trainer (acquired by RX), Mind Opener (acquired by Pearson) and e-mind (acquired by Liberty Media).
Sophie Holt, Event Strategy Consultant and Former Managing Director, Explori
Sophie works with some of the world’s largest show organizers to help them understand how they can leverage data to work harder for their attendees and exhibitors.
From targeted marketing initiatives, to reducing risk, to identifying areas for growth, she helps show teams step into the shoes of their customers to see new opportunities.
She developed and authored the annual Global Insight Reports in partnership with UFI and SISO to bring the voices of millions of event attendees to life for the industry.
Previously she was the MD of event data specialists Explori and led the marketing team at fast-growing B2B organizer Closerstill Media.
Hosted by:
Hew Leith, SVP of Marketing, Grip
Hew heads up marketing at Grip and has over 20 years’ experience in planning and running B2B events. He previously founded an event tech startup and is passionate about bringing people together in-person.