Informa Connect Executive and Leadership Team

Harini Santhanam, the Chief Financial Officer, , Meetings & Events (US) at Informa Connect, manages the fiscal health of the North American event portfolio. Overseeing capital budgeting and revenue forecasting, the Chief Financial Officer, , Meetings & Events (US) ensures financial alignment with the broader Informa PLC objectives. Harini Santhanam directs investment strategies for live events and digital content platforms, prioritizing high-growth sectors like healthcare and finance. By monitoring market trends, the Chief Financial Officer, , Meetings & Events (US) mitigates financial risk while maximizing profitability across the US division. This leadership role requires close coordination with executive peers to fund new training initiatives and networking opportunities. Through precise financial modeling, the Chief Financial Officer, , Meetings & Events (US) supports the expansion of the company's resource offerings. Santhanam maintains strict oversight of expenditure to ensure long-term fiscal sustainability for the organization.

Alanna Young, the Chief Operating Officer at Informa Connect, directs the internal infrastructure supporting over 450 international events and 800 training courses. Managing the operational backbone, the Chief Operating Officer ensures seamless execution across finance, biotech, and healthcare sectors. Alanna Young optimizes resource allocation to maintain high standards for professional growth initiatives. By streamlining cross-departmental workflows, the Chief Operating Officer facilitates rapid scaling of digital content offerings. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with the Board to align operational capacity with aggressive market expansion goals. Through rigorous process improvement, the Chief Operating Officer drives efficiency across all global business units. Young maintains focus on delivering exceptional value to industry leaders and decision-makers. Ultimately, the Chief Operating Officer secures the operational stability required for sustained growth within the competitive landscape of professional education and training.

Joseph Donnelly, the Foodservice Vertical President, Media & Events at Informa Connect, architects the strategic direction for the company's specialized foodservice industry portfolio. Overseeing the development of targeted media content and live events, the Foodservice Vertical President, Media & Events ensures deep engagement with industry professionals. Joseph Donnelly drives growth by identifying emerging trends in the global food sector and translating these insights into actionable training and networking experiences. By managing relationships with key stakeholders, the Foodservice Vertical President, Media & Events expands the reach of the division's resource offerings. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with marketing and sales teams to increase market share. Through the implementation of innovative event formats, the Foodservice Vertical President, Media & Events enhances the professional trajectory of clients. Donnelly secures the competitive position of the foodservice vertical within the broader Informa Connect ecosystem.

Aman Gupta, the President, B2c (Fan Expo Headquarters Vidcon Art Design Craft, North America) at Informa Connect, leads the consumer-facing event strategy across the North American market. Overseeing large-scale fan experiences and creative industry gatherings, the President, B2c (Fan Expo Headquarters Vidcon Art Design Craft, North America) ensures high-quality engagement for diverse audiences. Aman Gupta directs the expansion of the Fan Expo and Vidcon brands, focusing on community growth and experiential value. By leveraging digital content and live event synergies, the President, B2c (Fan Expo Headquarters Vidcon Art Design Craft, North America) drives significant revenue growth for the consumer division. This leadership role involves managing complex logistics and creative partnerships to maintain market dominance. Through strategic planning, the President, B2c (Fan Expo Headquarters Vidcon Art Design Craft, North America) elevates the company's profile in the art, design, and craft sectors. Gupta secures the long-term success of these high-visibility consumer events.