When I launched Idea International more than twenty years ago, I was frustrated with hearing, "It can't be done," or "That's not the way we do it here," from country... read more →
Jakarta is a dynamic market that is definitely in growth mode. Moreover, it is a maturing market with a growing number of shows. Labor is plentiful, and the major attraction... read more →
While the global buzz right now is still about Paris, when the excitement subsides, all eyes will turn to Japan—not just Japan but Osaka, where I live. EXPO 2025 is... read more →
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Kim Beland Brings her Experience and Expertise to Idea International Contact: Christopher Dorn, cdorn@idea-intl.com Launching her career in a seemingly traditional project manager role, Kimberly Beland became,... read more →
Among the largest in Europe, Fira de Barcelona has two large venues that provide 400,000 sqm of exhibition area. Research shows that 75% of North American B2B companies find attending... read more →
The signs are positive: in-person events are back and, in some cases, already exceeding 2019 numbers. Attendees are eager to network and learn. We’ve missed the human contact that live... read more →
Twenty years of delivering peace of mind half a world away! What was going on 20 years ago? Myspace was the coolest thing around, and Zuckerberg launched Facebook The original... read more →
Are You Ready for the Year of the Dragon? Welcome to the year of the dragon, the most important sign of the lunar zodiac. Traditional beliefs held that emperors descended... read more →
When people are craving connection and community, we are happy that our industry brings people together. Happiest of Holidays!
“Hi, Chris,” said the caller. “My company wants to expand our markets into Asia. I’m not sure where to start, but an industry friend of mine suggested I call you.... read more →