The Malaysian Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (MACEOS) unveiled its latest Executive Committee lineup during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 23 May 2024 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC).
Datuk Dr. M Gandhi, Founder and Chairman of Bumiati Holding Sdn Bhd, has been appointed as the new President of MACEOS, succeeding Francis Teo for the 2024/2026 term.
Outgoing President Francis Teo congratulated Datuk Dr. M Gandhi and shared, “Thanks to the wonderful engagement and cooperation from everyone, the past two terms that I helmed MACEOS, have been highly rewarding. I am proud of our members for pulling through what remains till this day one of the toughest periods in business events, the COVID-19 pandemic. But I’m glad to say that we lived through it, survived it, and are thriving today!”
During the AGM, Teo recapped the association’s achievements under his leadership from 2020 to 2024. Notable milestones included the launch of the MACEOS Strategic Roadmap 2022-2030, the rollout of the SafeBE certification programme during the pandemic, and the introduction of the inaugural Business Events Forum in Sabah.
Azman Tambi Chik, Chief Executive Officer of MyCEB, extended his heartfelt congratulations to Datuk Dr. M Gandhi and the new Executive Committee. He stated, “MyCEB has always been committed to supporting the growth and success of the Business Events industry and its players. We eagerly look forward to collaborating and elevating the BE industry to new heights.
