Is the increased level of mergers and acquisitions good for the industry?
Partner Session - Stand C32

Is the increased level of mergers and acquisitions good for the industry?

Partner Sessions
Wednesday, Jun 24, 2026
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM | Europe/London

Session

TMS | C32
English
About

The events industry is seeing a growing number of mergers, acquisitions and consolidations. But what does this mean for innovation, competition, talent, company culture and client choice? Industry leaders debate whether this trend is strengthening the sector or creating new challenges for businesses, employees and customers.

Speakers: Rick Stainton, CEO, The Power of Events; Lee Harris, CEO, Fresh; Charlee Gough, CEO, MCI; Gavin Farley, CEO, asembl; Will Case, Executive Creative Director, CT; Martin Brown, CEO, Elephants Child

*Please Note: This session is not a part of The Meetings Show Education Programme, it be being conducted in partnership with The Power of Events and will take place at their stand.