Datuk Dr M Gandhi (Malaysia)
Founder & Chairman of Bumiati Holdings Sdn Bhd cum President of MACEOS
Datuk Dr M Gandhi is a prominent figure in the Asia Pacific trade exhibition industry, with over 30 years of experience in sectors such as food, renewable energy, infrastructure, defence, and security. As Founder and Chairman of Bumiati Holdings Sdn Bhd, an investment holding company, he focuses on property, agriculture, renewable energy, business events, and tech start-ups. His leadership has enabled multinational companies to expand into India and ASEAN. He founded Kind Malaysia to bridge the corporate world with civil society through exhibitions. Currently, he serves as Director at DSA Group and President of MACEOS for the 2024/2026 term.
11.05 AM | Plenary
DAY 1 (Thursday) 27th February
Unlocking Business Events Expansion Opportunities in Asia Pacific - How Can East ASEAN Leverage to Fuel APAC Growth?
Plenary Session I (55 minutes) : In the global Business Events landscape, the Asia Pacific region shines brightly as a hub of growth and untapped potential. This diverse tapestry of countries boasts unique cultures, varied economic statuses, and advancements in technology, offering abundant opportunities for expanding Business Events. In an increasingly interconnected world fuelled by digitalisation, expansion across Asia Pacific promises to unlock unprecedented levels of innovation, open up new markets, and create synergies that can propel Business Events in this region to new heights.