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EXSA announces formation of Events Working Group

The Exhibition and Event Association of Southern Africa (EXSA) is excited to announce the establishment of the EXSA Events Working Group (EWG), a pioneering initiative aimed at revolutionising the events industry.

Under the experienced leadership of Angelique Smith, founder and chief executive officer of Event Synthesis, the EXSA EWG is set to become a cornerstone of innovation, collaboration and professional excellence.

Key objectives of the EXSA Events Working Group:

• Upholding professionalism and ethics

The group is dedicated to fostering a high level of professionalism, ethics, and integrity among all members, reinforcing the credibility of the EXSA EWG in the industry.

• Enabling effective site inspections

The group will streamline the site inspection process, ensuring thorough and effective evaluations, to meet the diverse needs of events and their stakeholders.

• Industry engagement and knowledge sharing

Members will actively participate in industry-related seminars, workshops and congresses. This engagement will facilitate the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge on current and emerging trends in the events, tourism and hospitality sectors.

• Establishing an effective networking platform

The EWG will create a dynamic and efficient network platform to foster connections within the events industry, promoting collaboration and resource sharing among members.

• Database of preferred service providers

A comprehensive database of trusted service providers will be established and maintained, offering secondary events, tourism, and hospitality services to EXSA members.

• Leveraging combined purchasing power

By observing and utilising the collective purchasing power of EXSA members, the EWG aims to negotiate better deals and maximise incentives, benefitting all members.

• Enforcing a code of ethics

A strict code of ethics and conduct will be enforced, supporting the professional status and reputation of the EXSA EWG and its members.

Angelique Smith, founder and chief executive officer of Event Synthesis.

Leadership

Ms Smith, a visionary leader in the events industry, and the driving force behind Event Synthesis, will lead the EXSA EWG. With her extensive experience and commitment to excellence, Ms Smith is well-positioned to guide the group towards achieving its ambitious goals.

“We are thrilled to launch the EXSA Events Working Group and to have Angelique at the helm,”said Lee-Ann Alder, association manager of EXSA.“Her expertise and dedication to the industry will undoubtedly drive the group towards creating a more connected, informed and professional events community.”

For more information about the EXSA Events Working Group, please contact Angelique Smith at +27 (0)60 970 7653 or angie@esiglobal.co.za.

The launch of the EXSA Event Working Group (EWG) took place at the University of Johannesburg during the recent EXSA Connect. Seen at the launch, from left: Lee-Ann Alder, EXSA association manager; John Arvanitakis, founder and chief executive officer, Chat'r Xperience; Angelique Smith, chair of the EXSA EWG and Theodorah Modise, coordinator: events, University of Johannesburg Library.