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Global Growth & Leadership - The Geoff Dickinson Story - CEO dmg events

Join me in this insightful episode as I sit down with Geoff Dickinson, CEO of DMG Events, to explore his incredible career journey, from humble beginnings and studying law to becoming one of the most influential leaders in the global events industry. In this candid interview Geoff talks about his his background, and the fact that he wasn't worried about taking risks because he grew up with limited financial resources. Coming from a place where he had "nothing to lose," he felt that taking risks was easier, as there was little downside. This upbringing gave him an entrepreneurial spirit and made him more open to trying new things. Geoff shares his thoughts on the growth of the exhibition sector around the world with a focus on the UAE and Saudi Arabia, the post-pandemic resurgence of face-to-face events, the importance of mentors, and his strategies for leading a global team. We also delve into his leadership evolution, how he overcomes moments of self-doubt, and the role of entrepreneurship and innovation in his success. Whether you're in the events industry or just love hearing inspiring stories of leadership and growth, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Tune in to hear Geoff’s unique perspective on the future of the events industry, his reflections on a career spanning decades, and his advice for emerging leaders! 02:00 – From Law to Events Geoff reflects on starting his career with a law degree and how he transitioned into media, publishing, and eventually the events industry. 04:30 – Finding Purpose in Events Geoff discusses how he discovered his passion for the events industry and the broader impact of events on global trade and economies. 08:00 – Early Challenges and Entrepreneurial Spirit Geoff talks about his time in Dubai, setting up his own business, and the challenges of cash flow as an entrepreneur. 12:00 – The Importance of Mentors Geoff shares how key individuals have shaped his career and the lessons he’s learned from working with entrepreneurs and business leaders. 14:00 – Joining DMG Events Geoff explains how he came on board at DMG Events, the challenges he faced upon joining, and his approach to resetting the company’s strategy. 17:00 – Growth Strategies Pre-Pandemic Geoff dives into the early growth strategies he employed at DMG Events, particularly focusing on sectors like energy and construction. 23:00 – Post-Pandemic Recovery Geoff discusses how DMG Events rebounded after the pandemic, expanding by 40%, and why he was confident in the return of face-to-face events. 26:00 – Growth in the UAE and Saudi Arabia Geoff outlines the key drivers behind the exhibition industry’s growth in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and how DMG entered these markets. 31:00 – Leadership Evolution Geoff reflects on how his leadership style has evolved over the years and shares the lessons he's learned about leading global teams. 36:00 – The Role of Innovation and Technology A discussion on how technology is shaping the future of events, and why Geoff believes it will enhance rather than replace face-to-face events. 40:00 – UFI Global Congress Preview Geoff gives insights into the upcoming UFI Global Congress in Cologne and what key discussions will likely shape the event. 43:00 – Handling Self-Doubt and Challenges Geoff shares how he deals with moments of self-doubt and the mental toughness required to push through challenging times. 50:00 – Greatest Achievement Geoff reflects on his greatest achievement in his career and why he believes the highlight of his career is working with his current team. The Dan Assor Event Technology Sponsor is Jonas Event Technology - an award-winning event registration supplier for organisers of trade shows, exhibitions and conferences. https://jonas.events/ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Dan Assor Show event industry supporters: Nineteen Group https://www.nineteengroup.com Terrapinn https://www.terrapinn.com The Dan Assor Show Charity Partner is Rays of Sunshine Children's Charity who brighten the lives of seriously ill children across the UK https://raysofsunshine.org.uk/ Subscribe to this channel to be notified first about future episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/danassor You can listen to this podcast and all other episodes on Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/show/7DlQ1go... Speaking, or Sponsorship opportunities email dan@danassormedia.com Connect with Dan on LinkedIn /danassor Website https://www.danassor.com #eventprofs #events #tradeshowsandfairs #exhibitions