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Acquisition brings strategic marketing expertise, creative excellence and an experienced leadership team to GES, creating new opportunities to drive growth and revenue for exhibition and association clients.LAS VEGAS, NV, November 5, 2026 – GES, a global leader in exhibition and experiential marketing services, today announced its acquisition of CSG Creative (CSG), a premier marketing and creative services agency specializing in the association and exhibitions industries.The acquisition significantly expands GES's marketing capabilities by combining its global exhibition services and extensive event organizer relationships with CSG's deep expertise and demonstrated success in growing event attendance and revenue. As an operating company within GES, CSG will retain its established brand and continue serving its existing clients with the same experienced team, strategic insight and dedicated service that have defined the agency for nearly 25 years. The acquisition also creates new opportunities for CSG to bring its marketing and creative capabilities to GES clients across the enterprise."CSG has established itself as a leader in the association and exhibitions industry, with an exceptional track record of helping organizations and events grow through strategic marketing, creative excellence and measurable results," said Derek Linde, CEO of GES. "This acquisition is an investment in capabilities that complement our existing services and strengthen the value we bring to clients. It reinforces GES's commitment to specialized expertise, innovation and services that help clients build stronger brands, engage audiences and drive long-term business growth.”"We built CSG around a passion for helping our clients succeed through smart strategy, exceptional creative and a commitment to success," said Paige Cardwell, President and Founder of CSG. "Joining GES gives us a global platform to bring our expertise to a broader community of event organizers while creating new opportunities for our talented team. I'm excited to build on everything we've accomplished while preserving the culture and client relationships that have always defined us."Together, CSG and GES will be better positioned to help event organizers address increasingly complex audience and market dynamics and build more successful events."I’m incredibly proud of what Paige and the CSG team have built as part of NTP," said Robert Harar, Chairman of National Trade Productions, Inc. " CSG has grown into one of the industry’s leading marketing agencies, and we believe GES provides the right platform for its next stage of growth. This is a great opportunity for CSG, GES and NTP, and we’re excited about what lies ahead for all three organizations.”Cardwell and the entire agency team will remain in place to serve existing clients and support new business opportunities across GES
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TEWKESBURY, UK - Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club, Tewkesbury has been crowned Sports Venue of the Year at the prestigious Famtastic Awards 2026, recognising the venue's outstanding sporting facilities, exceptional event delivery and commitment to guest experience.The Famtastic Awards are uniquely judged by agents and buyers within the events industry, with judges only scoring venues they have personally booked and experienced. This respected peer[1]led approach celebrates venues that consistently deliver excellence, without the influence of marketing budgets or voting campaigns.Set within 140 acres of picturesque Gloucestershire countryside, Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club, Tewkesbury has established itself as one of the region's most versatile destinations for sports, meetings, events and leisure stays. The award recognises the venue's ability to seamlessly combine sport, hospitality, accommodation and event expertise within a single destination.At the heart of the venue is its renowned 18-hole championship golf course, complemented by mini golf facilities, 15 contemporary meeting and event spaces for up to 180 delegates, 112 guest accommodation, a health club and leisure facilities, extensive outdoor grounds and the award-winning hospitality synonymous with the Hilton brand.Throughout the year, the hotel welcomes a diverse range of sporting and business events, including golf days, sports team stays, conferences, wellness retreats, fundraising events and residential group experiences. Its unique blend of facilities allows organisers to create memorable experiences while benefiting from the convenience of having accommodation, dining, leisure and event spaces all under one roof.A standout example was the recent Hilton Supply Management Golf Day, which brought together sport, networking, corporate hospitality and entertainment in one successful event. The occasion showcased both the quality of the venue's golf facilities and the team's expertise in delivering complex, multi-faceted events.The hotel also regularly hosts cricket, football and rugby teams, alongside corporate meetings, team-building experiences, international group tours, exclusive-use events within its grade II listed Manor House and large-scale social gatherings.Speaking about the award, Ahmet Donmez, general manager, said: “the award reflects the dedication of our entire team and our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for every guest, whether they are attending a golf day, staying as part of a sports team, hosting a conference or enjoying a leisure break. We are incredibly proud of what makes Hilton Puckrup Hall unique: our ability to combine outstanding sports facilities, beautiful surroundings and world-class hospitality in one destination."Additionally, Leigh-Anne Thombs, sales manager added "we are absolutely delighted to be recognised as Sports Venue of the Year at the Famtastic Awards 2026. This award is particularly meaningful because it is judged by industry professionals who have first-hand experience of our venue and services”Located just minutes from the M5 and within easy reach of Birmingham, Bristol and the Midlands, Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club, Tewkesbury offers the perfect balance of accessibility and tranquillity. Surrounded by rolling countryside, the venue provides an inspiring setting for sporting events, team-building activities, corporate gatherings and leisure escapes.The Sports Venue of the Year title further cements Hilton Puckrup Hall's reputation as one of the UK's leading destinations for sports hospitality and event experiences, celebrating a year of continued growth, innovation and excellence.
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