This April will see the return of the Conference and Hospitality Show (CHS), which is set to be the biggest show yet in CHS Groupโs history.
Taking place on April 24 at the Leeds first direct arena, 35 per cent of the exhibitors are brand new additions for 2018.
Now in its ninth year, new exhibitors include the likes of Lime Venues Portfolio, The Grand Brighton, Visit Bristol and Venues of Excellence, along with a range of independent hotels, tech and event suppliers and a diverse selection of groups.
โWe are absolutely delighted to bring the CHS18 back to Leeds and re-affirm our commitment to the city as a fantastic conferencing destination,โ said Emma Cartmell, CEO of CHS Group.
โNot only does the first direct arena provide us with a brilliant venue, but we are indebted to the organisations that have provided continual support for the show. LeedsBID, Conference Leeds and Leeds Hotels and Venues Association, along with local suppliers and media partners, which have all been a key part of our journey.โ
This year will also see the introduction of the showโs first industry meet-ups held throughout the day at the VIP Rockstar Bar, offering visitors an opportunity to speak to industry professionals one-on-one.
The meet-ups are designed to host a range of industry groups, including the Association of Independent Event Agents (AIEA), Delegate Wranglers, EventProfs who Learn (EWL) and a meet-up specifically for PAs from across the UK.
Cartmell added: โWeโve got plenty of exciting new additions for CHS18, including hosting a series of industry โmeet upsโ in the VIP bar, which we hope will be a great success.
โVisitor sign-ups are already higher than any year previously and itโs great to see a number of high calibre buyers included in that โ roll on CHS18.โ
Complimentary VIP tickets are available for event planners, venue finders, PA/EAs.
Make sure you come and visit PA Life over on stand number A27.
