Articles tagged “emerald”

By combining Emerald and Questex, the private equity firm will create a company with more than 160 events across North America. The deal underscores growing confidence in live events, but Apollo will need to prove that bigger truly means better for exhibitors and attendees.

After a 2025 spree of acquisitions targeting high-growth markets, Emerald is now attracting buyers of its own.

At the highest end of incentive travel, polish and perfection are losing their edge. Intimacy, human connection, and authenticity are most desired.  

Major events industry players including Emerald, Freeman, and Impact XM are expanding their global reach and diversifying offerings. 

Ren Akinci is executive vice president, people and culture officer at Emerald. Her passion lies with making diversity, inclusion, and equity an intentional focus for companies.

Emerald has acquired its third female-led company in the past year. With diversity, equity, and inclusion a focus, 50 percent of Emerald’s leadership team identifies as female and 20 percent as a person of color.