The Annual General Meeting & Summer Party for the International Special Events Society (ISES) UK Chapter saw the inauguration of Philip Hughes as President last week, taking over from Arthur Somerset who stepped down after two years in the post.

Held in the stunning surroundings of the Ultimate Experience Marquee in Ranelagh Gardens, ISES UK celebrated another successful year for the chapter which has seen membership rise xx%. Philip Hughes, Managing Director of The Ice Box and the new President of the UK Chapter mapped out his plans for the next term, focusing on adding value to membership through more educational seminars and professional development.

“There has been some tremendous work put in over the last 12 months in building on the profile and the membership of the UK Chapter. I look forward to continuing the focus on continued professional development through networking events and educational seminars,” commented Hughes. “Arthur has been a terrific ambassador for the chapter and I’m looking forward to continuing the development of ISES UK”

Arthur Somerset, Managing Director of Mask Events, will now take a more active role in the European Chapter, where he hopes to continue building on the profile of the UK at an international level.