Global association of the exhibition industry, UFI recently appointed Natalia Limonova-Bonnel (pictured) as its new research coordinator. She will be involved in supporting UFI’s research projects, carrying out studies directly or in collaboration with partner associations and industry partners. She has already prepared to release the latest Euro Fair Statistics report and takes part in several other research projects, including the Global Barometer.
Limonova-Bonnel brings many years of experience into her new position, having been responsible for national and international exhibition markets research, among other tasks, at other industry associations. Having previously worked in regular contact with UFI, Natalia was familiar with the association’s missions before joining the team.
UFI COO Adeline Vancauwelaert said, welcoming Limonova-Bonnel to the Paris office: “Research is one of UFI’s cornerstones and her extensive experience in the exhibition industry is crucial to ensuring that we continue to offer relevant and reliable insights to our members and the industry at large.” Natalia adds: “I’m delighted to join the UFI team and to be able to apply my experience in exhibition industry research to my new position. I’m passionate about exhibitions and am looking forward to contributing to the development of international cooperation in this area.”
UFI’s research for the exhibition and events industry provides data on global trends and developments, broken down to country levels. Specific regional reports track the industry’s development and topical reports on central industry issues – from sustainability to data – drive industry discussions and developments.
UFI research is available through the dedicated online portal at www.ufi.org/research
