Post by Laurent Noel

A few weeks ago, I shared the news of my departure from Comexposium after an extraordinary chapter. Today, I have the joy of opening the next one. I am officially launching NOEL CONSULTING — an advisory firm dedicated to helping trade show organizers, investment funds and media groups grow their portfolios, structure strategic partnerships, and execute acquisitions that create lasting value. Thirty years in this industry have taught me one thing: in a world where events are increasingly global, growth never comes from a single market or a single playbook. It comes from understanding people, navigating cultures, and earning trust — one partnership at a time. From building Atoz Marketing Services in 1990s Prague, to driving international expansion at RX, Hyve and Comexposium, I have had the privilege of operating in 25 countries across 4 continents. The relationships and the network built along the way are the foundation of what I now put to work for my clients. To the teams at Comexposium — colleagues, partners, and to the wider community of our industry — thank you. These years have been a remarkable journey, and what we built together I carry forward with me. If you are an organizer, an investor or an operator thinking about your next move — international expansion, a strategic partnership, an acquisition, or portfolio growth — let's talk. The next chapter starts now.