About the Speaker/Moderator

Marie Oyinlola is an international event operations consultant specializing in the delivery and growth of large conferences across global markets.

She began her career with Insurtech Insights, developing a passion for live events and the ways they are delivered across different regions. Having lived in West Africa, the UK, France and the US, Marie brings a global perspective shaped by cultural awareness and hands-on experience.

Through her work with Insurtech Insights and PropTech Connect, she has delivered conferences in London, New York, Hong Kong and Dubai, managing budgets ranging from £1 million to £2.5 million. Her expertise includes floor plans, suppliers, sponsorship inventory, on-site execution and post-event optimization.

Today, Marie runs her own consultancy, helping organizers strengthen operations, scale internationally and align event delivery with commercial goals.

Outside work, Marie is a passionate traveler and foodie who draws inspiration from the cities and cultures she experiences.

Matchmaking Information

Attending

Group appointment - Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts + Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts - Europe
Exhibitor event

Group appointment - Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts + Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts - Europe

Shangri-la Hotels & Resorts
Shangri-la Hotels & Resorts
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | America/Los_Angeles
Bayside | F717
Leading growth behind the scenes: layout, sponsor strategy and the attendee journey
Advanced event logistics

Leading growth behind the scenes: layout, sponsor strategy and the attendee journey

Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
11:30 AM - 11:55 AM | America/Los_Angeles
Inspiration Hub | Curious Minds Theater, B4100

Speaker/Moderator's Sessions (1)

Session
Advanced event logistics
Leading growth behind the scenes: layout, sponsor strategy and the attendee journey
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
11:30 AM - 11:55 AM | America/Los_Angeles
Education session
Inspiration Hub | Curious Minds Theater, B4100
English

Leading growth behind the scenes: layout, sponsor strategy and the attendee journey

Discover how operational strategy and interactive floor plans can support event growth, increase revenue and improve the attendee experience. Hear perspectives from both an event organizer and a technology partner on what happens behind successful international expansion.

Explore practical approaches to supplier strategy, sponsorship, budgeting, navigation and attendee engagement, and learn how operational decisions can strengthen long-term growth.

Learning outcomes:

Recognize operations as a driver of sustainable growth

Use interactive floor plans to support revenue and engagement

Align operational strategy with event growth goals

Association
Marketing
Meeting planner toolkit
Brand storytelling
Speakers (2)
Marie Oyinlola
Head of Global Operations, Insurtech Insights
Ross Sudentas
CEO, ExpoFP
Starts in
3 weeks
2 days
10hours
29 minutes