Hosea Andreas Runkat (Indonesia)
Chairman, Indonesia Exhibition Companies Association (ASPERAPI)
Hosea Andreas Runkat serves as Deputy General Manager of the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) since February 2023 and has been Chairman of ASPERAPI since 2019. With extensive experience in management and technical consulting, he has advised major convention centers in Indonesia, including Jogja Expo Centre, Celebes Convention Centre, and Medan Convention Centre. Hosea played a key role in drafting regulations for the standardization of independent convention and exhibition venues and MICE competencies in ASEAN. He actively participates in international MICE organizations such as ICCA, UFI, UIA, and AIPC. Committed to innovation and collaboration, Hosea aims to enhance the MICE industry's growth and global competitiveness, envisioning a brighter future for MICE in Indonesia.
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.
