EEMA Holds Its First Member Meeting In Jaipur, Announces New Initiatives
The Event and Entertainment Management Association ( EEMA ) held its highly anticipated first member meeting for Jaipur in 2023, marking a significant milestone in re-energizing and activating the event industry in Rajasthan. The event, held at a prestigious venue in Jaipur, brought together industry leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts to discuss strategies for growth and innovation.
Suman Raina of Miltsaar Entertainments Pvt. Ltd., a distinguished platinum EEMA member, as the State Head for Rajasthan. With her extensive industry experience, EEMA is confident in her taking the event management community in Rajasthan to new heights “I am filled with enthusiasm regarding the unity within the events industry as a cohesive entity,” said newly appointed State Head EEMA Rajasthan. “EEMA not only provides us with valuable resources and industry knowledge but also enables us to actively contribute to the collective progress of the event management community. I urge myself and the fraternity to uphold the theme of sustainability and strive to create a positive impact on every event we organize. Being part of EEMA allows us to successfully accomplish this objective.”
Several notable dignitaries from EEMA attended the event, including Samit Garg, President; P. V. N. Vidyasagar; Exe. Vice President; Vinod Janardhan, General Secretary; Ankur Kalra, Treasurer; and Vipul Pandhi, Vice President - North. Their presence underscored the importance of the meeting and demonstrated the commitment of EEMA's leadership to the growth and development of the event industry in Rajasthan.
The meeting became a revolutionary landmark with a series of game-changing initiatives to empower and uplift event professionals in the region. The meeting commenced with a high-impact consultation led by Samit Garg, the esteemed President of EEMA, who shared valuable insights and trends shaping the events landscape. This was followed by key announcements made by Vipul Pandhi, Vice President of EEMA North Zone.
“The EEMA Rajasthan Meeting brought together our folks and partners there after a long time,” exclaimed Samit Garg. “During the meet, we had the opportunity to engage in in-depth conversations and exchange ideas on the latest trends, challenges, and advancements possible in the business. We also shared the collective vision of EEMA with all the stakeholders and what we have successfully been able to achieve in the past 8 months.”
The member meeting set the stage for a series of transformative initiatives that will shape the future of event management in Rajasthan. EEMA North unveiled two ground breaking programs aimed at elevating industry standards and providing valuable benefits to its members.
Firstly, the introduction of the Unique Event ID (UEID) will revolutionize the careers of event professionals, offering exclusive access to a prestigious community of industry leaders. This carefully crafted program caters to both aspiring newcomers and seasoned veterans, providing unparalleled networking opportunities and access to resources that will drive professional growth.
Additionally, the EEMA Recommended Partner (ERP) Program aims to recognize and promote partners who consistently deliver exceptional work at competitive prices. Through this program, EEMA members will receive preferential treatment, reliability, and cost benefits when collaborating with ERP-certified partners. The ERP Program sets industry benchmarks, raising the bar for event management services and empowering event managers to achieve excellence and drive growth in their organizations.
EEMA also teased a new initiative, titled ‘Friends of EEMA’ which promises exciting opportunities and collaborations. Further details about this initiative will be shared in the near future, creating anticipation among the event management community in Rajasthan.
The first member meeting for Jaipur was a resounding success, laying a strong foundation for a vibrant and thriving event industry in Rajasthan. With Suman Raina leading the way, EEMA is poised to drive innovation, collaboration, and excellence in the region's events landscape.
In a concluding note, Samit Garg said, “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the participants, speakers, sponsors, and partners who contributed to the success of the event. Their active involvement and dedication played a pivotal role in creating a dynamic and engaging environment that encouraged collaboration & collective growth.”
Attending members express strong support for game-changing initiatives in Rajasthan's event industry.
Mr. Mahavir Sharma from Jaipur Jewellery Show remarked, “The future of the events industry has the potential for over 20% annual growth, year after year. If we need to ensure that India stays at the heart of the events industry and leads the way, all the stakeholders should ensure all the best practices Collectively. ESG and humane sustainability should be the true core of each and everything that we believe in, think of or put into action; both personally and professionally.”
“Rajasthan's strength lies in its people, let's harness that strength through unity and collaboration,” said Pritesh Sharma from Mapsor Experiential Wedding.
