David Balfour: Redefining Brand Experiences 

In this episode of EventNewsDXB, we sit down with David Balfour, co-founder of LightBlue and one of the pioneers of experiential marketing in the Middle East. David shares his desire to help redefine brand engagement in Dubai - shifting the focus from traditional activations to emotionally driven experiences that resonate long after the event is over.

From big and bold stunts to more intim...

Iain Morrison - Beyond Burnout: The True Cost of Event Excellence

With over 35 years in the event industry, Iain Morrison has seen the effect the industry can have on people first-hand. This week on EventNewsDXB, the founder of The Imagination Collaborative opens up about the pressures facing today’s event professionals - from resource cuts to unrealistic timelines and the silent mental health toll that comes with them.

Iain shares h...

Benoit Honnart - Inside Electra: Building a Turnkey Event Production Powerhouse.

We kick off Season 2 of EventNewsDXB with Benoit Honnart, CEO of Electra, as he pulls back the curtain on the high-stakes world of event production in the Middle East. Behind every spectacular luxury event lies a finely-tuned operation juggling impossible deadlines, creative demands, and logistical nightmares. 

With manufacturing facilities spanning 53,0...

🎙️ This week on the EventNewsDXB podcast, we’re joined by Rudi Buchner, co-founder of Three Monkeys, whose journey from a 10-year-old cable runner at a Pope’s visit in Bavaria to one of Dubai’s most innovative event producers is nothing short of remarkable.

⛑️ When the pandemic brought the industry to a halt, Rudi and his team didn't just pivot - they reimagined what virtual events could be. By applying broadcast-level product...

Rob Statham & Jake Smith: Behind the Pit Wall - F1 And The Power Of Experiential Marketing

🚦 This week, we’re going full throttle into the world of Formula One with Rob Statham  and Jake Smith from The Events House, the creative minds behind some of the most memorable fan zone activations on the global F1 calendar. 

From setting up Giant Jenga at local events to building 4D cinemas for Aramco in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, their j...

Mohammad Al Shehhi: The Emirati Who Quit His Day Job To Start A Wrestling Revolution

What happens when a young Emirati decides to ditch his conventional career path and dive headfirst into the high-flying world of professional wrestling? This week on EventNewsDXB, we're talking to Mohammed Al Shehhi, known to fans as "Shaheen" (Arabic for falcon), who traded 9-5 and office politics for suplexes and theatrical combat.​

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Paul Berger: Built To Impress with Arena Events Group CEO

In this episode, Paul Berger, CEO of Arena Events Group, shares his journey from the advertising world of 1990s Dubai to leading one of the world’s premier event infrastructure companies. From launching the city’s first indoor karting facility to developing Dubai Autodrome and scaling Arena globally, Paul has played a pivotal role in shaping the event landscape.

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EventNewsDXB - Ep. 8 - Amy Morris: Building Creativity And Innovation In The Entertainment Industry.

In this episode of EventNewsDXB, host Ian Carless sits down with Amy Morris, CEO of PopUp Global, to discuss her journey from cruise ship performer to entertainment entrepreneur. 

Amy shares how a Disney cease-and-desist notice led her to pivot her UK-based business, eventually winning a major cruise line contract. She reflects on nav...

EventNewsDXB Ep. 07 Mike Wain: Thriving & Surviving - Balancing Business & Well-Being

EventNewsDXB is supported by Warehouse Four - Dubai's best independent event venue.

Join host Ian Carless and seasoned event professional, Mike Wain, as he shares his insights on Dubai’s ever-evolving event industry and the challenges of entrepreneurship. 

It's a candid discussion that shed's light on the rise and fal...

EventNewsDXB Ep. 6 - Maxine English: A Maverick's Journey From Dubai To The West End

EventNewsDXB is supported by Warehouse Four - Dubai's best independent event venue.

What if you could bring some of Dubai's 'anything's possible' attitude to the heart of London's iconic West End? That's exactly what this week's guest did! Join host Ian Carless as he sits down with Maxine English, the mave...

EventNewsDXB Ep.5 - Ean Thorley: From MTV to Mega Events! A 30-Year Journey in Entertainment.

EventNewsDXB is supported by Warehouse Four - Dubai's best independent event venue.

In this episode, Ean Thorley, founder of Whatever Live, talks to EventNewsDXB host, Ian Carless, about his journey from MTV intern to Executive Producer of some of the world’s biggest music award shows. From launching MTV Asia, Hong Kong and Ch...

EventNewsDXB Ep.4 - Dan Bolton: Candid Reflections on Surviving Adversity

EventNewsDXB is supported by Warehouse Four - Dubai's best independent event venue.

Join host Ian Carless and guest Dan Bolton as they explore Dan's transformative journey in Dubai's dynamic event industry, showcasing his resilience through challenges and setbacks.

From his humble beginnings as a circus performer, Dan discusses the realities of sc...

EventNewsDXB Ep 1 - Stefan Wieland: Navigating the Middle East Event Industry

EventNewsDXB is supported by Warehouse Four - Dubai's best independent event venue.

Host Ian Carless talks to one of Dubai's most prominent event figures, Stefan Wieland, about a career spanning over two decades, including the creation of 'EINO' - the Events Industry Night Out - a thriving event industry community, which has gr...

EventNewsDXB Ep 2 - Mark Breakspear: From Snowboarding to Event Excellence

EventNewsDXB is supported by Warehouse Four - Dubai's best independent event venue.

Join host Ian Carless and DLC Event's Mark Breakspear as he recounts his progression from snowboard instructor to Sales and Operations Manager, where he's played a pivotal role in the rise of DLC Events as a leader in simultaneous interpretation and dis...

EventNewsDXB Ep.3 - Tyler Davis-Smith: From Stage to Spotlight & Turning Adversity Into Success.

EventNewsDXB is supported by Warehouse Four - Dubai's best independent event venue.

Join host Ian Carless as he talks to Tyler Davis-Smith, founder of Energie Entertainment, about his journey from aspiring performer in the UK to building a thriving entertainment agency in Dubai.

Hear how he turned adversity in...