The 4th New Delhi NCR MICE Forum concluded successfully at the state-of-the-art Yashobhoomi India International Convention & Expo Centre (IICC), Dwarka, bringing together key decision-makers across India’s growing Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) ecosystem. Organized with venue operations by Kinexin Convention Management, the forum spotlighted ESG compliance, emerging technologies, media collaboration, and investment avenues in the business events industry.
ESG Integration: A Strategic Imperative for MICE Growth
A core theme of this year’s forum was Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance, especially in light of SEBI’s 2022 mandate requiring India’s top 1,000 listed companies to submit Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reports (BRSRs). Discussions emphasized that sustainable event practices, from carbon footprint tracking to waste management and social equity, are becoming non-negotiable in the planning and execution of MICE events.
AI, Blockchain & Tech Innovation Redefining Business Events:
Industry leaders explored the disruptive potential of Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and Smart Venues in enhancing attendee experiences, streamlining operations, and improving event ROI. Participants discussed how AI-powered tools are transforming areas like personalized engagement, real-time analytics, and content delivery—ushering in a new era of digital-first MICE strategies.
The forum also examined the critical need to bridge the communication divide between media outlets and the MICE industry, with representatives from Exhibition Showcase, ACN Magazine, and other platforms emphasizing the importance of storytelling, transparency, and consistent narrative building to elevate India’s position in the global events landscape.
With India poised to become a major player in the global events economy, the forum served as a platform to discuss new investment models, including PPP frameworks, infrastructure financing, and startup engagement within the MICE value chain.
The forum welcomed more than 25 prominent delegates representing a cross-section of the industry, including PS Bedi Logistics, Kin Productions, R2S Events, IEIA (Indian Exhibition Industry Association), Exhibition Showcase, ACN Magazine, Sams Snooze At My Space Pvt. Ltd., CMD Business Club, Paralympic Committee of India.
These stakeholders engaged in dynamic discussions around innovation, sustainability, and business enablement across the events ecosystem.