Messe Düsseldorf India (MDI) undergoes a generational shift in its management, as Thomas Schlitt steps down after nine years as Managing Director. Effective April 1, 2024, Millie Arthur Contractor and Ajay Kumar Gulati will succeed him. Both aim to build on the company’s past successes, having been integral parts of the MDI team in recent years. Their objective is to further strengthen Messe Düsseldorf’s market position in India, a rapidly growing economy, to benefit its customers, partners, and shareholders.
Under Thomas Schlitt’s leadership, MDI experienced significant growth over the past nine years. Strategic partnerships were established, and the company expanded its portfolio with successful events such as glasspro INDIA, ProWine Mumbai, Valve World Expo India, In-Store Asia, and the FAMDENT Shows and Awards.
Success Story of MDI
MDI provides a vital platform for both local and international companies to engage in India’s burgeoning market. With India projected to lead among the top 10 economies until 2026, exhibitions in this key market serve as prime showcases for Düsseldorf/North Rhine-Westphalia’s global exhibition hub. Over the past decade, India has been the second-largest visitor nation outside Europe to Düsseldorf’s trade fairs, with 115,351 visitors attending from India.
Wolfram N. Diener, CEO of Messe Düsseldorf, expresses gratitude to Thomas Schlitt for his contributions to MDI’s growth and success, acknowledging his dedication, strategic vision, and leadership qualities.
Handover of the Baton
As of April 1, 2024, Millie Arthur Contractor and Ajay Kumar Gulati will take over as General Managers of MDI. Both have been instrumental in the company’s success, with Millie Contractor leading sales operations since 2016 and Ajay Gulati overseeing finance and company secretarial functions. They are poised to continue MDI’s growth trajectory.
Ready to Launch
Millie Contractor and Ajay Gulati express their excitement for their new roles and their commitment to sustaining MDI’s growth momentum. They aim to build on the company’s achievements under Thomas Schlitt’s leadership and lead MDI into a new era of success.
Wolfram N. Diener extends his best wishes to the new management and the entire team of MDI, expressing confidence in their ability to drive the company to greater heights of achievement, innovation, and excellence.
Impact Analysis by BrainADZ Exhibits:
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Continuity in Growth Trajectory: The smooth transition in management at Messe Düsseldorf India ensures continuity in the company’s growth trajectory, providing stability and confidence to its stakeholders and contributing to the sustained expansion of the exhibition industry in India.
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Enhanced Leadership Dynamics: The appointment of Millie Arthur Contractor and Ajay Kumar Gulati brings a fresh perspective and renewed energy to MDI, potentially fostering innovative approaches and strategies that could drive further growth and competitiveness in the exhibition sector.
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