The 2nd Edition of the MICE Leadership Summit brought together senior leaders, policymakers, industry experts, associations, and stakeholders from across the global Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) ecosystem for a day of strategic dialogue, collaboration, and networking.
Hosted at HITEX Exhibition Centre, Hyderabad, the summit welcomed over 300 attendees and featured 20+ distinguished speakers and panellists across six insightful conference sessions. The discussions focused on India’s growing prominence in the global MICE landscape and Telangana’s vision to strengthen its position as a leading convention and business events destination. Through thought-provoking sessions and expert-led discussions, the summit fostered meaningful conversations on the future of India’s MICE industry.
A curated day of ministerial addresses, global keynotes, panel discussions, and high-level networking.
Pre-summit networking among senior delegates, ministers and global organisers.
Welcome and opening remarks
President
Telangana’s Global Vision: Establishing Telangana as India’s Premier Convention Capital
Minister for Tourism and Culture
Govt of Telangana
A global perspective on India’s position in the international MICE landscape.
In this session, Adeline Vancauwelaert will deliver a concise snapshot of the global exhibitions industry today. Representing UFI, her keynote will focus specifically on the exhibitions sector, offering insights into key global trends, evolving market dynamics, and emerging opportunities shaping the industry. She will also touch upon the challenges faced by the sector and outline important priorities for its continued growth and development.
In this session, Sebastian will deliver a concise snapshot of the global exhibitions industry today, followed by an assessment of India’s current standing and future potential within it. He will highlight what India is getting right, where the gaps remain, and the key priorities the industry must focus on to firmly establish India as a top-tier global MICE destination.
This ministerial level panel will explore the strategic and economic importance of attracting global association meetings and India’s opportunity to strengthen its position as a competitive international host destination. The discussion will focus on key drivers of destination choice, policy alignment, infrastructure readiness, and cross sector collaboration required to compete effectively on the global stage and deliver long term economic and knowledge impact.
Senior Regional Director - Middle East
Additional Secretary & Director General
Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
Chief Executive Officer
Private networking and strategic engagement among decision makers.
Convention venue leaders explore policy, infrastructure and connectivity improvements needed to anchor integrated MICE ecosystems
Sr. Group Director and Publisher
General Manager
Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre and Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre
General Manager
Sr. Director & Head Marketing
Vice President - Business Development
Managing Director
High-level networking among ministers, CEOs, investors and global organisers.
Chief Events Officer (MICE), (Author-Speaker-Coach)
LUXXURY MICE TRAVEL, New Delhi, India
Chief Events Officer (MICE), (Author-Speaker-Coach)
Group Director and Member of Management Board
President
CEO
Competitive bid strategy, the role of government incentives and how India can strengthen its global positioning.
Senior Regional Director - Middle East
Vice President - Business Development
General Manager
Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & Hyderabad International Convention Centre
General Manager
Principal Secretary/Commissioner of Tourism
Government of Tamil Nadu
Vice Chairman
Private networking and strategic engagement among decision makers.
This session focuses on quality, safety, and standards across the fabrication, AV, logistics, and design ecosystem – tying into how marquee events like G20 and DefExpo were executed and what it took behind the scenes.
Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Lesotho & Founder
CMD
Founder Director
Mero Form India Pvt Ltd
Assistant Secretary General
FICCI
Managing Director
The Road Ahead: Telangana and India’s Global Convention Leadership.
An exclusive networking evening for meaningful connections, conversations and collaborations.
Global leaders, policymakers and industry veterans shaping the future of MICE in India.
Minister for Tourism and Culture
Govt of Telangana
Additional Secretary & Director General
Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
Chief Operating Officer
UFI - The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry
Chief Operating Officer
Partner and Senior Consultant
President
Chief Executive Officer
Senior Regional Director - Middle East
CMD
Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Lesotho & Founder
Vice President - Business Development
General Manager
Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & Hyderabad International Convention Centre
General Manager
Sr. Director & Head Marketing
Group Director and Member of Management Board
President
General Manager
Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre and Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre
General Manager
Founder Director
CEO
Sr. Group Director and Publisher
Managing Director
Assistant Secretary General
Chief Events Officer (MICE), (Author-Speaker-Coach)
LUXXURY MICE TRAVEL, New Delhi, India
Chief Events Officer (MICE), (Author-Speaker-Coach)
Principal Secretary/Commissioner of Tourism
Government of Tamil Nadu
Vice Chairman
Managing Director
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INDIA FOR MICE connects every sector that powers the events economy.
INDIA FOR MICE connects every sector that powers the events economy.
Five-star hotel groups, resort chains and boutique properties showcasing their MICE infrastructure and accommodation partnerships.
Airlines, airport authorities, ground transport providers and travel management companies supporting corporate and MICE travel.
Convention centres, exhibition halls and integrated MICE destinations presenting world-class event infrastructure.
Event management platforms, hybrid event tools, AI engagement solutions and smart venue systems.
State tourism boards, city marketing organisations and international destination bureaus promoting MICE opportunities.
Destination management companies and professional conference organisers delivering end-to-end event services.
Major organisations from the pharmaceutical, IT, FMCG, BFSI and manufacturing sectors.
Companies specialising in incentive travel, corporate rewards, loyalty programmes and corporate gifting solutions.
Position your organisation at the centre of India’s most senior MICE gathering.
Hyderabad International Trade Expositions Limited (HITEX) is one of India’s leading venues for international exhibitions, conventions, corporate events and large-scale business gatherings, offering world-class infrastructure to host major industry platforms and global conferences.
In addition to being a premier venue, HITEX also organises several flagship exhibitions and industry expos, creating platforms for businesses, professionals and industry leaders to connect, showcase innovations, exchange knowledge and foster collaboration.
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