Industry Sends Their Messages For Exhibition Excellence Awards

Congratulations for the great event. Well done and kudos to your team for inspiring the industry in these times.

Sonia Prashar, Managing Director, NürnbergMesse India

Heartiest Congratulations to you and your colleagues for one of the finest Awards function yet. The industry owes you a huge gratitude for bringing everyone under one roof after such difficult times. More important was seeing everyone full of life , satisfied, interacting , networking and smiling. Always remain the simple servant of the industry.

Ravinder Sethi, CMD, R.E.Rogers India Pvt. Ltd.

Irrespective of Industry status, Exhibition Industry in India is a key growth driver contributing the growth of varied industries. Recognizing a talent will not only motivate the performers but will also boost the next generation to level up their standards and compete with global industry. A great move by Exhibition Showcase and congratulations to the entire think tank behind this initiative.

Milind Dixit, Managing Director, Koelnmesse Ya Tradefair Pvt. Ltd.

I think that the Exhibition Excellence Awards is a wonderful initiative taken by Mr. Raghav Khosla and his team from Exhibition Showcase and their other magazines. EEA is a great unifier, bringing together all the stake holders of the different aspects of the exhibition industry like the organizers of exhibitions, vendors, venues, service providers, MICE Hotels, Convention Centres, etc. This initiative has the support of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India, UFI - The global association of exhibition industry, National Small Industries Corporation, IEIA - the Voice of the Indian Exhibition Industry, IAEE, AFECA, IESA, ICPB, SITE India, PATA India, TAAI, NIMA, ADTOI, IATTE for the 6th edition of Exhibition Excellence Awards 2022. This gives a huge exposure and awareness for the good work done by all the stake holders of the exhibition industry and gives them tremendous encouragement and zeal to do better in their field of excellence. This brings immense recognition of the contribution of various organizations of the exhibition industry of India on the global stage.

Prakash Shah, Chairman, G.S. Marketing Associates

Every industry needs awards and recognition to highlight the hard work done by its professionals. The exhibition Excellence Awards has played a pivotal role in being a facilitator for the event industry in India. Having these awards also gives us significance as an industry. The Exhibition Excellence Awards have played a role over the years in identifying and acknowledging different aspects of the ecosystem and their contribution to making this industry a success. We look forward to these awards becoming bigger and serving as an encouragement to the younger generation that joins our industry to become event professionals. We hope that EEA goes beyond an award in India and becomes an international standard creator in the coming years.

Atul K. Todi, Co – Founder at FLOOR

Exhibition Showcase stands for Consistency and professionalism. The passion and the drive of the team is indeed commendable and with the able guidance of Raghav ji, Exhibition Excellence Awards has indeed turned iconic and is today a true representation of the Exhibition Industry. Adapting to trends, leveraging and aiding in recognizing the contributors of the Expo Industry is a praise worthy initiative. Wishing Exhibition Excellence Awards scale greater heights in becoming the torch bearer of our industry.

Deepak Swaminathan, Founder & CEO at Media Point

The Exhibition Excellence Awards is India's only nomination-based recognition initiative for the exhibition & convention industry. They have been upheld by the Ministry of Skill Development, Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of MSME, ASSOCHAM, PHDCCI, Indian Exhibition Industry, and many more prominent associations in their previous editions. After a gap of_two years, the EEA is back with a bang & have become glorious extravaganza like never before! The Exhibition Excellence Awards is for sure an incredible platform for perceiving the unrecognized yet truly great individuals of the Indian exhibition industry for their contributions.

Barun Gupta, President, Site India Chapter

Exhibition Excellence is the only Award function which has not only sustained over the years but has achieved new heights year after year.

Chander Mansharamani, Managing Director, Alpcord Network

EEA has been a motivating factor since the inception, when no one even recognized the exhibition segment, EEA was the first one to take a step forward and also represent Indian exhibition Industry on the global stage. I would call EEA an ‘umbrella' of the exhibition industry.

Pawan Shankar, MD, Fashionista

This is a relevant platform to showcase the good work that is being done by the exhibitions industry and we are happy to be shortlisted/win some of these awards. This recognition will go a long way in motivating our teams to keep pushing the bar of excellence.

Bhupinder Singh, CEO, Messe Muenchen India

It is a much needed award ceremony as it recognises the best people in one of the toughest business one can do. I personally congratulate the organizers to have come come up with a great Idea like this, it gives us a opportunity to know each other in this Industry & helps us for a global recognition.

Sreekanth Urs, Managing Director - GES India Inc

EEA is a great platform to recognize efforts and contributions of individuals and commemorate them with an award as it motivates them and others to do better as these awards give them a platform and greater reach which otherwise would have not been there. Really appreciate the efforts put into it to bring everyone together.

Jatinder Kapur, Managing Director – N.K. Kapur & Co. Pvt. Ltd.

Its a great initiative for recognising the contribution of Industry, it as well gives Boost to other to “RAISE THE BAR HIGHER”

Dharampal Singh Malhotra, Executive Director - Namdhari Business Group

EEA is doing a wonderful work as they give recognition to the hard work and efforts of the industry at a fabulous platform and is growing in popularity with each passing year. Organisation that is practical, committed and transparent.

Rajeev Massey, Chief Operating Officer, Jaipur Jewellery Show

Nesco holds the Awards with great importance and respect. It is imperative to maintain good benchmarks for different aspects, in the industry.

Krishna S. Patel, Chairman, NESCO

Exhibition Excellence Awards is certainly an iconic initiative of Mr. Raghav Khosla which has brought the Indian exhibition industry into the limelight on the global stage. EEA has given tremendous recognition to the Indian exhibition organizers and the service providers for their continuous achievements. Further, it has brought all the stakeholders on one platform to network, collaborate, and get inspired by each other's work. The time has come to collaborate and work with each other and build our strengths to create further global opportunities in India.

Vivek Shukla, Director & CEO Afairs Exhibitions & Media Pvt.Ltd

As the name suggests, we believe that Exhibition Excellence Awards is truly an excellent and iconic initiative from the industry, to the industry. Appreciation always works, but when it comes from your own industry, it matters a lot.

Prem Anveshi, Managing Director, Futurex Trade Fair & Events Pvt. Ltd

Exhibition Excellence Awards have become an very important event supported by leading industry associations such as IEIA. It is also an excellent forum for connecting with industry peers.

Ubaid Ahmad, Senior Director, IMTMA & Marketing Head - Bangalore International Exhibition Centre

The Exhibition Excellence Awards (EEA) have become synonymous with the Indian exhibition and convention sector. The EEA has established a pioneering reputation and has made a significant contribution to the global promotion of the Indian exhibition business.

Ravi Boratkar, Managing Director, MMACTIV Sci Tech Communications Pvt. Ltd

Exhibition Showcase has been instrumental in keeping the industry connected, informed and forward-looking throughout the pandemic, and for that the entire industry is in your debt. In a similar vein, the Exhibition Excellence Awards 2022 continue to encourage the industry to look ahead, be positive and remain focussed on our goals of creating platforms that benefit society, the country, and the world at large.

Chandrika Behl, MD, Exhibitions India Group

Exhibition Excellence Awards is a great initiative where established brands are being recognized for their work and even new companies are being encouraged to get recognized & improve their standards. This kind of the global stage pushes local companies to go global and set their bars high. We believe that the way Exhibition Excellence Awards are designed is very admiring as a result it purely gives genuine opportunity for being recognized at all the level who are performing well.

Sanyal Desai, CEO, Radeecal Communications

I have followed Exhibition Excellence Awards since it’s early inception and witnessed the growth of the initiative. It is a much needed initiative and is moving rapidly not only in the way of recognizing and awarding the good work and talent in the Indian MICE Industry but also is playing a key role in structuring the sector. It has truly bought the Indian MICE Industry on the global platform and has provided the much needed push in the industry stakeholders to work harder and better to ensure they are worthy of the accolades. The category formations and the selections covers the entire industry very well and has helped in bringing the entire fraternity together. ITE Group India congratulates and complements Mr. Raghav and the entire team at Exhibition Showcase for the remarkable achievement and wishes them the best for the future to continue to play their part in promotion of Indian MICE Industry all over the world.

Ashish Sharma, Director, ITE India Pvt Ltd, Noida Haat

With the Exhibition Industry Awards organised by Exhibition Showcase into its sixth edition, the event is now institutionalised and appears to have developed an international following. The current edition being held in the background of the industry emerging from the shadows of Covid, is likely to contribute in a large way in normalising the scenario and returning to business as usual.

Anil Arora, President, Print-Packaging.com (P) Ltd.

It's an excellent initiative. Industry needs recognition and contributions of the stakeholders must be acknowledged at the global level.

Balvinder Singh Sawhney, Asst. Secretary General, FICCI

I feel exhibition excellence awards is a remarkable initiative, to recognize the achievements of the exhibition industry. It is always a great moment for winners, the mix of pleasure & proud feeling when their efforts are being acknowledge at a big industry platform. My best wishes for the whole team of Exhibition Showcase.

Gagan Sahni, Director-Business Development , Hyve India

I really think that this is a fantastic initiative undertaken by ‘Exhibition Showcase’. These awards not only celebrate the best in the exhibitions industry but also provide an amazing networking opportunity for the fraternity to interact with one another. These awards motivate us to do better and let us look at the innovative work done by our colleagues and contemporaries. Post the pandemic it has become really important to inspire and influence the industry by celebrating the work of torchbearers and stars of the exhibition industry and exhibition excellence awards are doing just that. It is a true celebration of the spirit of the exhibition industry

Aakash Dhote, Founder & CEO, Blue Apple Digimedia

Exhibition Excellence Awards is a grand initiative to recognise the efforts and contribution of the Indian exhibition industry on global stage, It not only provides recognition but also motivation to do better work in the future.

Deepak Sakpal, Director, Saibaba Ambulance

I understand that this is not just an ordinary award ceremony but a institution in itself for the promotion and glorification of our exhibition industry. My salutations!

Anil Gautam, Owner, Gautam Art

We as organisers have been executing events even at the peak of the Covid in 2020-21. Considering the kind of efforts made by our industry to keep the wheel churning has been tremendous. As a human perspective, everyone needs appreciate for the exceptional efforts one is putting on any project. Exhibition Excellence Awards is one such platform which is not only motivating us but at the same time, it brings us to the forefront of the industry. Because of such initiatives, India is being recognised as an important MICE destination. There has been an influx of many international organisers in India in the last decade or so and there are many more eyeing the Indian market. I really wish all the best to the organisers of the Exhibition Excellence Awards.

Naveen Seth, Assistant Secretary General, PHD Chamber of Commerce and industry

We believe in EEA, and its fantastic initiative to promote, support and appreciate industry work and culture.

Sumit Joshi Head - Marketing & Sales at JECC - Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre

Excerpts From The Opening Remarks - Sonia Prashar, President, IEIA

Dear industry, welcome to the 2022 edition of the Exhibition Excellence Awards. It is extremely heartening to see the community converge in such good numbers and feels great to see the revival of our Industry – exhibitions are back, events are back and the Exhibition Excellence Awards are back as well. Wishing all the nominees the very best. This is a celebration of your efforts and hardwork. These awards are also a testament to the fact that this Industry is like a phoenix - our resilience in the face of challenges and our spirit in the face of adversity always makes us bounce right back. The last few months have been very encouraging for the exhibition Industry and the exhibitor and visitor response has been phenomenal which is a very positive sign. It reinstates that the fact face to face interactions are here to stay.

From an Industry perspective we are on the right trajectory with our several initiatives around Industry Connect, Skilling as well as Information dissemination. These platforms have kept the Industry connected and have inspired us to grow and take the lead in making our forums on par with the international standards.The next few months are crucial as we reinstate our events to their former glory, as travel becomes easier and our international exhibitors and visitors also come back in full numbers. So, all in all things look positive, our mood is upbeat and we look forward to a great event, some nice interactions and fruitful times ahead for our Industry. Finally, congratulations to Exhibition Showcase for serving the industry so passionately.

Message From Adeline Vancauwelaert, COO, UFI

I am very honoured to be a part and to support the Exhibition Excellence Awards. EEA acknowledge some industry leader for their exemplary contribution to the industry. The awards highlight outstanding initiatives and celebrate the exhibition industry. The pace of recovery is accelerating thanks to our industry’s flexibility, resilience, and ability to work together. People need face to face event to grow their businesses. Exhibition industry is people business, and the entire community is eager to reconnect after 2 years apart from each other.

Exhibition Industry revenues are expected to grow across all markets in 2022. However, our industry is facing some challenges. There is 3 major areas that we need to reimagine as we prepare for recovery: Reimagine business models, reimagine the delegate experience, reimagine talent & capabilities. But these challenges are providing the industry with great opportunities !

The Exhibition Excellence Awards are an initiative to recognise the unsung heroes of the Indian exhibition industry and to acknowledge their contribution. Congratulations to the nominees and winners of The Exhibition Excellence Awards.

Since years, UFI is a strong partner of Exhibition Showcase. Being the Global Association of the Exhibitions Industry, it is essential for UFI to collaborate and support Exhibition Showcase. It offers a complete media platform for Exhibitions in Asia and as a global industry reinforce our role in local markets.