New Delhi: Messe Stuttgart India Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Landesmesse Stuttgart GmbH & Co. KG and a trade fair and exhibition companies since 1940, has appointed Gaurav Sood as its new CEO. With 25 years of extensive industry experience, Mr. Sood is set to lead the company’s strategic initiatives that support India’s growth story through industry-specific events designed to foster innovation and collaboration.
Prior to joining Messe Stuttgart India, Mr. Sood held leadership roles at Hyve India and MCI Group, where he contributed significantly to the exhibitions industry by driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence. His appointment comes as the company continues to expand its portfolio with key events such as DIDAC INDIA, LogiMAT India, MOLDEX India, FASTNEX, and the recent addition of DIDAC Skills, reinforcing India’s vision to become a global trade fair hub.
“We are excited to work with our new CEO colleague in India, Gaurav Sood and at the same time express our sincere appreciation to Aditya Gupta for his service in the interim period. Mr. Sood’s extensive experience in the trade-show industry will facilitate the further expansion of our already successful business model in India,” said Roland Bleinroth, President of Messe Stuttgart.
Expressing his enthusiasm about the new role, Gaurav Sood stated, “I am honoured to take on the role of CEO at Messe Stuttgart India. In a short time we have built a strong presence in the Indian Market, and my vision is to further strengthen our leadership. As India’s economic landscape evolves, I see Messe Stuttgart India playing a pivotal role in this growth facilitating industry collaboration, driving innovation, and creating strategic platforms that empower businesses and contribute to the nation’s progress.”
Aditya Gupta, CEO & Managing Partner of India Didactics Association, had been managing the company on an interim basis since June 2024, and his contributions during this period have been highly valued.
