Fairfest Media has announced the appointment of Simon Press as Managing Director – International, marking a major step in the company’s global expansion strategy following its recent acquisition of WTE Miami.
In this newly created role, Press will lead Fairfest Media’s international portfolio, focusing on expanding WTE Miami into a leading global travel trade event. He will also play an important role in bringing high-potential international event IPs to India, one of the fastest-growing exhibition markets in the world.
Press brings more than two decades of experience in launching, scaling, and managing international exhibitions and B2B media brands across Europe and the Middle East. Most recently, he led a portfolio of leading European technology events. Prior to that, he held senior leadership positions at globally recognised travel industry exhibitions, where he oversaw strategy, growth, and international partnerships across multiple markets.
Commenting on the appointment, Sanjiv Agarwal, Chairman & CEO of Fairfest Media, said, “Simon’s appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Fairfest as we expand our global footprint. His extensive experience in leading world-class exhibitions and building global platforms aligns perfectly with our vision. We are confident that under his leadership, WTE Miami will scale rapidly — and I am equally excited about the new opportunities we will unlock together to bring world-class shows to India.”
Simon Press said, “Fairfest has built a remarkable reputation as a leading trade show organiser in Asia, and the acquisition of WTE Miami creates a compelling global platform to build on. I look forward to growing WTE Miami into a truly global event and exploring new opportunities to connect international markets with India’s rapidly expanding exhibition ecosystem.”
With this appointment, Fairfest Media aims to strengthen its presence across the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company is also actively engaging with global event organisers for co-development and co-investment opportunities in high-potential event IPs in India, leveraging its extensive industry network and decades of experience in the market.
