The stage is all set for a powerful gathering as the very first ET MICE & Wedding Tourism Summit and Awards, an initiative by ETTravelWorld, kick starts on June 27 at the Pullman New Delhi Aerocity. The highly anticipated event will bring together a mix of corporates, industry experts, professionals, and enthusiasts from the dynamic sectors of MICE and wedding.
The event brings the industry players a unique opportunity to engage with buyers and planners, forging new business prospects and synergies. With over 200 delegates from various regions of India and overseas, including travel agents, tour operators, destination management companies, and hoteliers, attendees will have the chance to establish fruitful partnerships and broaden their professional networks within the MICE and wedding industries.
The event takes on from the recovery of the MICE segment, which has emerged as a pivotal catalyst for economic growth, fostering business connections, and driving innovation in a post-pandemic world. The global MICE market exceeded USD 808 billion in 2019, with India contributing a substantial INR 37,576 crore, primarily from Meetings, Incentives, and Conferences. The industry’s potential knows no bounds.
Moreover, the wedding segment has showcased unparalleled resilience post-pandemic. Globally, weddings hold a significant position in the economy, and in India, it thrives as a USD 50-billion industry. The Indian wedding market has defied the odds, witnessing a resounding comeback with a remarkable lineup of 3.2 million events scheduled between November 2022 and February 2023, surpassing last year’s tally of 2.5 million events.
The summit will delve into emerging trends in corporate business travel, exploring the evolving landscape of MICE experiences and the growing grandeur of Indian weddings. It will engage industry stakeholders in insightful discussions and meaningful deliberations. In the evening, the awards ceremony will recognise the trend-setters in the MICE and wedding sectors.
Featuring a distinguished lineup of speakers and thought leaders, the event’s agenda promises to provide valuable insights, knowledge, and perspectives on various facets of the industry. The guests of honour, including Jose Maria Ridao Dominguez, Ambassador, Embassy of Spain in India, and Firat Sunel, Ambassador, Embassy of Türkiye in India, among others, are expected in attendance.
The event has been powered by Saudi Tourism and VFS Global is the co-sponsor. The event partners include Jazeera, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) and Sun International. The event’s Knowledge Partner is EEMA, the hospitality partner is Pullman New Delhi Aerocity and the exhibiting partner is Jaypee Hotels & Resorts. The supporting associations include ETAA and SITE India.
Setting the context for the event, Editor of ETTravelWorld, Navneet Mendiratta, will begin the summit with her welcome address. The agenda includes engaging panel discussions on topics such as the experiential shift in MICE, corporate travel management, focused and sectoral conventions, and events building a strong case for tourism. Additionally, a panel dedicated to destination weddings will explore how they have become a conscious choice rather than a passing trend.
The event will also feature insightful fireside chats and keynote addresses and report presentations by prominent industry experts, such as Ricky Bindra, Group President – Corporate Services, Reliance Industries, Sabbas Joseph, Founder-Director, Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt. Ltd and Roshan Abbas, Host, and Actor Creative Entrepreneur and Event Manager.
Taking the level a notch higher in the evening, the awards ceremony, starting at 7 pm will serve as a platform to acknowledge outstanding contributions in various categories, including event planning, destination management, wedding design, venue management, corporate travel, and more. It will highlight the remarkable efforts and achievements of individuals, organisations and initiatives that have made a significant impact on the MICE and wedding tourism landscape.
Goa Tourism Minister, Rohan Khaunte is expected to attend and inaugurated the awards ceremony.
ETTravelWorld MICE & Wedding Tourism Summit and Awards is poised to be an extraordinary gathering of industry pioneers, presenting a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and celebration of the remarkable achievements in the MICE and wedding sectors.
It is an event that promises to shape the future of these industries, propelling them to new heights of success and innovation.
