Patrick Delaney, Vice President, Industry Relations at MCI Group was presented with the EIBTM 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award at yesterday’s EIBTM Forum (www.eibtm.com), which took place at the Palau de Congressos, Fira Montjuic, Barcelona City Centre.
Delaney was recognised for his significant contribution to the meetings and events industry. Presenting the award, Graeme Barnett, Reed Travel Exhibitions, Senior Exhibition Director commented, “The timing is right for us to recognize Patrick’s enormous contribution to our industry. His passion, commitment and enthusiasm are endless and I know that his unique style and personality has endeared him to the many people he has met and worked alongside during his travels around the world.”
Eric Rozenberg, Chair, Reed Travel Exhibitions also commented, “He relentlessly and positively impacts our industry whilst at the same time entertains us all with his unique Irish sense of humour.”
Delaney commented on receiving the award, “I’m uncharacteristically speechless, and genuinely humbled, to be recognised by such a global powerhouse as Reed Travel Exhibitions for this Lifetime Achievement Award. It’s a huge privilege to work in such a dynamic industry where I’ve learned so much and made so many lifelong friends. But there’s life in the old dog yet and lots more achievements to pursue as the next chapter of a career in this amazing industry unfolds.”
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