Fairfest Media Appoints Simon Press as Managing Director – International

Fairfest Media has announced the appointment of Simon Press as Managing Director – International, marking a significant step in the company’s global growth strategy following its recent acquisition of WTE Miami.

In this newly created role, Simon will lead Fairfest’s international portfolio, with a focus on scaling WTE Miami into a leading global travel trade event. He will also play a key role in bringing high-potential international event IPs to India, one of the fastest-growing exhibition markets globally.

Simon brings over two decades of experience in launching, scaling, and managing large-scale 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 roles at globally recognised travel industry exhibitions, overseeing 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.”