Imex Frankfurt 2015 organisers have announced that 34 new groups of hosted buyers have been invited, boosting the number of buyers to 4,000 on last year’s 3,964. First-time buyers from the Middle East, Asia and the United States have been confirmed along with 20 new stands from tech suppliers, hotels and DMCs.
This year’s show, from May 19-21, promises to have a more streamlined appointment booking process. Once registered, buyers can access an online
diary where they can make appointments and contact exhibitors via an integrated messaging service. Buyers can also take part in group appointments offered by larger stands.
Imex’s Association Day will be held on May 18 with 300 international association buyers set to take part in educational sessions offered by ICCA (International Congress and Convention Association), the Professional Convention Management Association and the American Society of Association Executives.
Corporate@IMEX will launch its third consecutive year of education and networking events for corporate meeting and event planners.
The show, which is in its 12th year, will hold Creative Thursday on the final day, offering quick-fire sessions on innovation and ideas. Two new seminars will be available on Thursday geared toward young professionals and
senior planners.
