NEW NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

February 12th, 2026

ET GLOBAL continues to advance its strategic development and further strengthen its leadership structure with a key appointment. Wolfram Diener joins the Board of ET GLOBAL as Non-Executive Director.

With more than 30 years of leadership experience in the global exhibitions, events, and conventions industry, Wolfram Diener brings a combination of operational depth, strategic insight, and commercial expertise to the events and exhibitions space. His career spans senior leadership roles across Europe and Asia. As President & CEO of Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, Diener leads one of the world’s most prominent trade fair organisers, overseeing a global portfolio of more than 70 international events across industry sectors including medical technology, packaging, plastics, printing, and retail. Under his leadership, Messe Düsseldorf has significantly expanded its international standing by launching and developing globally relevant flagship trade fairs such as XPONENTIAL Europe.

Introduced in 2025, the fair rapidly emerged as Europe’s premier platform for autonomous technologies, robotics, drone systems, and advanced mobility, a trade fair that has already drawn strong interest from industry leaders due to its strategic focus and future‑oriented scope.

Dr. Magnus Ekerot, Global CEO of ET GLOBAL, says:

“Wolfram Diener is one of the most respected leaders in our industry, and I am delighted to welcome him to the Board of ET GLOBAL. As we accelerate our international expansion, his track record of building world-class trade fairs and his deep relationships across key markets will be invaluable. He knows what it takes to operate at global scale while maintaining the client focus that defines our approach.” 

Wolfram Diener comments:

“ET GLOBAL has demonstrated in how consistent customer-centric thinking can be combined with creative excellence and operational strength. I am very much looking forward to supporting the company on its international growth journey.”

As part of this structural development, Marc Weber has stepped down from his role as Board Member. ET GLOBAL extends its sincere thanks for his valuable contributions and the constructive collaboration over the past years.

With the appointment of Wolfram Diener, ET GLOBAL underlines its commitment to strengthening its strategic direction and ensuring sustained global momentum.