Calendar of Events

International Hospitality Forum, 25-27 October 2010, Amman-Jordan

IHF is Jordan’s premier international trade event for the hospitality sector. It aims to bring together the leaders in the hospitality and foodservice industry in Jordan and the region to view the latest products and services, exchange constructive ideas and upgrade culinary standards. IHF has established itself as a professional event in Jordan through its innovative approach and wide ranging programme that has a great impact on all aspects of the hospitality industry.

IHF 2010 features:

• An international trade exhibition for the hospitality and foodservice sector.

• Seminars, workshops and meetings related to tourism, hospitality and foodservice Industries.

• Culinary Art Show Featuring cooking, pastry and carving competitions.

• Table Setting Display.

• Bartenders’ Competition.

• Bed-Making Competition.

• And much more.

IHF 2010 will be held at Amman Exhibitions Park opposite Dunes Club. IHF is a trade show that is open to trade visitors and professionals only.

Event Planning & Management Conference, 24-25 January 2011

Event Planning & Management Conference is a two-day event tailored to meet the requirements of the local and regional events industry. It provides a great platform for learning, sharing knowledge & experience and networking with industry professionals. The Conference will explore a number of key topics through interactive discussions and case studies presented by expert speakers from around the world.

The Conference aims to achieve the following objectives:

• Enhance Jordan’s position as a MICE destination.

• Build and raise local capacity in professional event management .

• Raise the competitiveness of Jordan’s events industry and its support services.

Topics addressed at the Conference include the latest information on:

• Event Planning & Management.

• Event Marketing & Sponsorship.

• Human Resource Development.

• Event Technology.

• Trends in the Events Industry including Greening Events.

The Conference is aimed at professionals involved in the delivery of a wide range of events including meetings, conferences, exhibitions, corporate events, incentives, training, concerts & festivals, sporting events, parades, award ceremonies, weddings, … & others.

The Conference targets delegates from Jordan, Syria, Lebanon and other regional countries in the following fields:

• Chambers of commerce, trade & professional associations

• Conference organizers

• Cultural organizations

• Diplomatic missions

• Educational institutions

• Event and Exhibition organizers

• Government agencies and tourism authorities

• Hotels

• Meeting planners & corporate entities

• PR, advertising and marketing companies

• Service providers & suppliers

• Sports federations and clubs

• Tour operators and DMCs

• Venues (exhibition halls, museums ...)

• Wedding planners

The Wedding Show, 7-9 April 2011, Amman – Jordan

Jordan’s 6th annual Wedding Show features a wide range of products & services for brides & grooms-to-be; elegant fashion and jewellery shows; wedding cake competition; live music & entertainment; table setting contests; floral arrangements and a lot more. The Show is complimented by a series of presentations over the 3-day event on how to plan for the big day and on all aspects affecting a happy lasting life.

Think Green 4 Conference, May 2011, Amman – Jordan

The 4th annual Think Green Conference aims to bring together key stakeholders in the design & construction industry in Jordan and the region to encourage the adoption of Green Buildings and sustainable design & construction methods, in order to direct investments into efficient, cost effective and sustainable buildings that will reduce the use of non-renewable energy resources and minimise environmental impact.

Conference Objectives:

• Promote Green Building principles and practices and accelerate their adoption in Jordan in order to move forward towards increased sustainable economic development.
• Facilitate technology transfer of environmentally-friendly technologies and share best practices from around the world.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration between major stakeholders including the Government, private sector and academia.

Family Business Conference, June 2011, Amman-Jordan

The 2nd Family Business Conference is a 2-day conference that aims to encourage greater understanding of family business dynamics and the challenges they face in order to accomplish greater business success and sustainability leading to a higher impact on economic development. The Conference will feature presentations and panel discussions by expert speakers from around the world with plenty of case studies, interactive dialogue and networking opportunities.