New appointments strengthen Spring Fair and Autumn Fair team

Hyve Group has appointed two new leaders to its team – Jackson Szabo as portfolio director for Spring Fair and Autumn Fair, and Soraya Gadelrab as the event director.

The two senior appointments will strengthen and revitalise the leadership team for retail’s definitive wholesales shopping destinations, shaping the future of the industry.

Nicola Meadows, divisional managing director for the retail, manufacturing and engineering division, said: “We’re thrilled to introduce our two new leaders Jackson Szabo and Soraya Gadelrab who are joining our team. Their fresh perspectives and wealth of experience will undoubtedly invigorate our sector. Bringing together years of experience with a track record of innovation and success, these talented individuals will propel the team forward setting new standards within our industry.

“Jackson and Soraya are brimming with exciting ideas that will inspire. Their vision and creativity will shape our future endeavours, fostering growth and excellence. With their arrival, we’re embarking on an exciting chapter; together, driving positive change and achieving remarkable results.”

Jackson added: “I’m absolutely delighted to be joining Spring Fair and Autumn Fair, brands that are aspirational for anyone in the UK events industry. Spring Fair is coming up to 75 years old and was the first show to call the NEC home as well as being the largest show in Europe. Spring Fair and Autumn Fair exist to serve the retail industry – an industry fuelled by Britain’s entrepreneurs, bellwethers and creative minds and I very much look forward to working with this incredible community to ensure that the shows do everything they can to drive value to retailers and suppliers alike while serving and supporting both exciting, new businesses and institutional incumbents.”

Soraya commented: “I’m incredibly excited to be joining the team at Spring Fair & Autumn Fair. I look forward to working with this passionate team to drive forward these heritage events, ensuring we evolve them to reflect the ever-changing retail sector which we serve.”

MORE NEWS
Copy of Progressive Preschool featured image (66)
 
The 2025 Products of Change Conference will be held on 5th November and remains the only sustainability event dedicated to the licensing industry. ...
Copy of Progressive Preschool featured image (71)
 
Brand Licensing Europe exhibitors are invited to show support by donating product samples from their stands in October. ...
Copy of Progressive Preschool featured image (70)
 
Poppers the Party Shop is up for sale after 20 successful years, as its owner prepares for retirement. ...
sm-pr-25036D-DrSeussPressRelease-square-
 
Smiffys has signed a new licensing agreement with Dr. Seuss Enterprises to create an officially licensed costume collection inspired by Dr. Seuss stories....
Copy of Progressive Preschool featured image (69)
 
Broughty Ferry-based indie, Party Time, will close it's doors this weekend (Saturday 29 March, 2025) after 32 years in business....
Copy of Progressive Preschool featured image (40)
 
Boots, Dunelm, Lululemon, Matalan, MINISO and Poundland are among the new retailers participating in this year’s Retail Mentoring Program organised by Brand Licensing Europe (BLE). ...
Get the latest news sent to your inbox
Subscribe to our daily newsletter