Singapore-based SACEOS Inks Collaboration with UFI
July 30, 2018
In an MOU signed at SMF 2018 between SACEOS and UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, both associations agreed upon a collaboration to develop a joint ‘Asia Pacific Executive Development Programme’ to create new strengths relevant for the future-readiness of exhibition professionals in the region.
This program will be distinguished in its value with industry-first recognized certification for the program.
Both associations aim to announce the launch of the joint ‘Asia Pacific Executive Development Programme’ at the upcoming UFI Asia Pacific Congress 2019 in Japan.
Aloysius Arlando, president-elect, SACEOS, welcomes the co-operation.
“It is the mission of SACEOS to raise the industry’s professional standards and enhance the mastery of skills, over and above what is in the marketplace,” Arlando said.
He added, “The skills, passion and contributions of every individual will drive Singapore's next phase of development towards an advanced economy and inclusive society. Our collaboration with UFI will allow us to collaborate on education, talent development, and peer to peer exchanges - working on the foundational of professional training in exhibition. This enhanced skills development will help Singapore’s MICE professionals in increasing skills elevation and job opportunities.”
Kai Hattendorf, managing director/CEO, UFI, welcomes the co-operation.
He remarked, “It is UFI’s mission to connect and serve the exhibition industry globally. Our collaboration with SACEOS will allow both our associations to do this more efficiently, tapping on research, and nurturing more industry professionals in Asia and globally."
SACEOS is on track to be the centre of excellence for developing skilled talent, imparting knowledge, and creating new opportunities for industry professionals.
This further strengthens Singapore’s position as the Asia-Pacific hub for professional and skills development for the MICE and events industry.
Andrew Phua, Director, Exhibitions and Conferences, Singapore Tourism Board (STB), said: “The new programme will strengthen Singapore’s position as the Asia-Pacific hub for MICE training and development. With more training opportunities in the pipeline, MICE players will be able to deepen their knowledge, expand their skillsets and further elevate the standards of the MICE industry in Singapore and around the region. We invite industry professionals to participate actively to further enhance their capabilities.”
Partner Voices
Overview:
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In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.
“We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.”
Amenities:
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The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience
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OCCC Events:
This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.
The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:
AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023
200,000 Attendees
$257 Million in Economic Impact
MEGACON 2023
160,000 Attendees
$205 Million in Economic Impact
Open Championship Series 2023
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$89 Million in Economic Impact
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$54 Million in Economic Impact
Premiere Orlando 2023
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$108 Million in Economic Impact
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