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UFI Blog – The platform for the Exhibition Industry

UFI brings together those who build, maintain, and support the world’s market places: trade show organisers, venue owners and operators, service providers, and national as well as international associations of our industry. The UFI Blog shares the voices of industry professionals around the globe. We invite you to become part of the community, supply your comments and share your ideas. Enjoy reading – Your UFI team



UFI Member Spotlight: Meet Michael Duck of Informa Markets

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As part of our centennial celebrations, we're spotlighting the leaders, innovators, and visionaries who have shaped our association over the years. A long-time member based in Hong Kong, Michael has worn many hats at UFI, including Treasurer and President. True to his favourite saying, “An association is only as good as the efforts the members put into it,” Michael has always led by example.

UFI Member Spotlight: Meet Jessica Sibila of The Exhibitor Advocate

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As part of our centennial celebrations, we're spotlighting the leaders, innovators, and visionaries who have shaped our association over the years. This month, we spoke to Jessica Sibila from the USA. As an association, she knows that collaboration is the key to success. That’s why joining UFI was a natural step for her—to connect across the global exhibition industry.

AI-Powered Automation and Augmentation: A New Era for the Exhibition Industry 

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The exhibition industry is at a pivotal crossroads. Traditionally built on personal interactions, trade shows and business events are now integrating AI-driven automation and augmentation to enhance efficiency and engagement. However, this transformation must be handled with care, trust in AI, creative problem-solving, and a balanced approach to productivity remain critical success factors. 

UFI Member Spotlight: Meet Paulo Octavio of UBRAFE

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As part of our centennial celebrations, we're spotlighting the leaders, innovators, and visionaries who have shaped our association over the years. This month, we sat down with Paulo Octavio Almeida from Brazil. For him, UFI is more than just an institution—it’s a network of faces, partnerships, and shared goals that make the exhibition industry thrive.

UFI Member Spotlight: Meet Rita Chu of Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd.

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As part of our centennial celebrations, we're spotlighting the leaders, innovators, and visionaries who have shaped our association over the years. This month, we spoke with Rita Chu, who is based in Hong Kong SAR. Since joining UFI in 2006, Rita and her father have been instrumental in shaping the Asia-Pacific Chapter, both serving as Chairs and driving the region’s growth.

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