Darren Johnson held the positions of CEO and divisional managing director at Reed Exhibitions prior to this new appointment. Photo Credit: ADNEC Group
ADNEC Group has appointed Darren Johnson as CEO of Capital Events, a
subsidiary of ADNEC Group, a leading event organising powerhouse.
ADNEC Group’s strategic objectives include the growth of business
tourism by organising and drawing major new events to the UAE, hosted in
Abu Dhabi. Johnson will develop Capital Events as an international
organiser platform, to strengthen the Group’s competitiveness and ensure
operational success.
Johnson brings extensive experience and expertise to the events
industry, with a track record in driving growth and achieving results.
He is a strategic leader who is adept at managing rapid development and
driving organisational efficiency through improvement of business
operations.
Prior to joining ADNEC Group, Johnson held the positions of CEO and
divisional managing director at Reed Exhibitions. He has also served on
the Board of several major companies and industry forums.
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, managing director and group CEO of ADNEC
Group, said: “I would like to extend a warm welcome to Darren and wish
him great success in his new role. With his wealth of experience and
unique skills, I am confident that Darren will make a valuable
contribution to the success to Capital Events. We look forward to
continuing the company’s journey of success, which ensures offering its
clients world-class services, in accordance with the highest
international standards.
Darren Johnson, CEO of Capital Events, said: “I am thrilled to take
on this new challenge to drive the Capital Events to new realms of
excellence and success. Capital Events has cemented its position as one
of the leading events companies in the region. I look forward to
developing the company’s portfolio of high-profile events and
exhibitions, while providing our exhibitors and stakeholders with best
in-class events capabilities.”
Capital Events shows include eight international ones organised by
the group: the International Defence Exhibition & Conference (IDEX),
the Naval Defence & Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX), the
Unmanned Systems Exhibition & Conference (UMEX), the Simulation and
Training Exhibition (SIMTEX), the International Exhibition of National
Security and Resilience (ISNR), the Global Media Congress, the Abu Dhabi
International Boat Show (ADIBS), and Abu Dhabi International Food
Exhibition (ADIFE).