19-Sep-2018
Indian Exhibitions, Conferences & Event Services Association (IESA) Chennai Chapter in association with EEMA and powered by Wings Convention Centre, is hosting one of India’s largest event Expo,“1st Edition of Chennai India Expo Shop 2018” in Chennai, on 21 September and 22 September 2018. The two-day expo will be held in Wings Convention Centre, YMCA Ground, Royapettah, Chennai, expected to witness over 2000 business visitors.
The expo will be inaugurated by the "Nawabzada Mohammed Asif Ali - Dewan to Prince of Arcot, in the presence of Ms. VR. Subbulaxmi - Managing Director, Chennai Trade Centre, special invitees, Shri. M Shahul Hameed - Joint Director, Fire and Rescue Services, Northern Region, Shri. Sanjeev Pasricha - Executive Vice President, EEMA, Gp Capt. R Vijay Kumar (retd.), VSM - Executive Director, Madras Management Association and Shri. Arun Samuel, Chairman & Managing Director, Wings Group Of Companies (Convention Centre), Shri. HK Bhattad – President, IESA, Shri. Vasisht - General Secretary IESA and Tarun Sardana - Treasurer IESA.
Also, Sunttosh NM - President, S John Prabhu - Secretary, Goutham - Treasurer, James Anandh - Vice President, Arjun - Joint Secretary all from IESA Chennai Chapter, and many other eminent personalities from the events community of India, will also be a part of the inaugural ceremony.
This Expo’s objectives are very simple, “Destination Chennai” is at the very heart of it. The event enablers of Chennai have joined hands to showcase the range of facilities, equipment and abundant talent available for the exponential growth of Chennai’s event industry.
In providing a platform for the Event, Conference, Exhibition, Wedding Managers and service providers, be it Venue, Infrastructure, Decor, Stall Fabrication, Light & Sound, Furniture, Safety Product, Flooring Service and various others can share their experience and exchange ideas in order to maximise their potential for success. The Expo also aims to facilitate and encourage a collaborative approach, between the established players and startups from across the country and the world.
Commenting on the expo, Mr Sunttosh NM, President, IESA Chennai Chapter, said, “On behalf of IESA Chennai Chapter, we are glad to bring this Expo for the first time to Chennai. In association with EEMA and various other bodies and organisations, it will play a vital role in creating an institutional change at the grassroots level, to help grow the events industry of Chennai.”
He added, “This Expo is not just a platform for the development of event industry but also allows them to showcase the ingenuity, innovation and highlight the quality of our services to secure Chennai as a preferred destination for MICE investment.”
Mr. Arun Samuel, Chairman & Managing Director, Wings Brand Activations (I) Pvt. Ltd., said, “Wings Convention Centre is happy to join hands with IESA Chennai Chapter, to promote the event management industry in Chennai. Through this, the 1st Edition of Chennai India Expo Shop 2018, we can create awareness towards unified service providers and spread joy to all the event industry in the City.”
Mr. John Prabhu S, Secretary, IESA Chennai Chapter, said, “It has been a period of exponential growth in the association. The events community of Tamil Nadu has overwhelmingly embraced the IESA Chennai Chapter and the Expo, and have been contributing to the successful execution of the Expo. The enthusiasm has been infectious, and has also energized other associations in wanting to collaborate with IESA Chennai Chapter.”
Mr. Goutham, Treasurer IESA Chennai Chapter, said, “At IESA Chennai Chapter, we strongly believe in working closely with our members to create a healthy and collaborative atmosphere. The quantum of business references and sourcing of services has been growing.”
He added, “We believe, the Expo, with the opportunity to showcase even more range of products and services will aid in this growth.”
Mr. James Anandh, Vice President IESA Chennai Chapter, said, “Today, the service industry thrives on positive customer experience and with increased competition it has become too challenging task to meet the growing demands.”
He added, “Keeping the above in mind, Chennai Expo aims to help the industry people stay ahead of the competition by being updated with new initiatives and suggestions based on customer feedback and industry trends.”
Through this Expo, IESA creates a widespread awareness of the opportunities Tamil Nadu has to offer, in the areas of event, conference, exhibition and wedding industry. This Expo, not only provides support to the event, conference, exhibition and wedding industry, but also independent service specialists like DJs, MCs, Insurances, Logistics, Sports and varied other event community players.
This Expo offers the first-ever opportunity to the Events Consumers, be they corporates, institutions, individual or anyone looking to explore this medium, moreover, it will be a quick walkthrough for event fraternity to explorethe potential this city offers.This would certainly make anyone visiting, a more informed Events consumer, thereby helping get the best out your budgets.
Check out more about event at Eventaa Upcoming event section: Chennai India Expo Shop 2018
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