Dmg events, an international exhibition company, has appointed Andy Stuart as the new vice president for its Design and Hospitality Division for the Middle East and Asia. 

Stuart will take over responsibility from Mike Allsopp following his retirement in September this year., said a statement.

He will oversee the current portfolio of marketing leading events, developing and evolving the division with expansion into new territories and sectors, it said.

Dmg events owns and operates the region’s leading interior design events including INDEX, which celebrated 25 years of serving the market this year.

In addition the portfolio includes The Hotel Show, Workspace and the newly launched Covering Middle East brand.   The Hotel Show hosted in Dubai is the region’s largest gathering of the expanding hospitality segment.   

Simon Mellor, president - dmg events Middle East and Asia, said: “dmg events offers real depth and opportunity for international companies seeking to connect with the ever growing and sophisticated Middle East design and hospitality sectors.  With events in Saudi, Kuwait and a number of launches planned within the region we’re very active.

“We’re excited that Andy Stuart is joining the business in Dubai, he’s a real talent and someone we’re looking forward to collaborating with.  I am confident that Andy will add real value and a new dimension to the teams in Dubai.” - TradeArabia News Service