ICC Wales, The Celtic Manor Resort and The Parkgate Hotel have officially joined the leading industry association beam, solidifying their position as major players in the UK’s meetings and events landscape.
The move brings three of South Wales’ most prestigious venues into a high-profile network dedicated to the business, events, accommodation, and meetings sector. As members of beam, the venues will gain access to a powerful community of industry experts and resources, while contributing to vital government lobbying efforts aimed at strengthening the sector’s national influence.
For the Celtic Collection and ICC Wales, the decision to join was driven by a shared commitment to industry excellence.
Julie Hammond, Group Chief Executive Officer at ICC Wales and The Celtic Collection, commented:
“We’ve been watching beam for a while and are impressed with the work they’re doing to shine a light on the UK’s business events sector. Across our portfolio, striving for best practice and raising the industry’s profile are intrinsic to our operations. Joining beam is a natural fit, and we look forward to a partnership that will strengthen both our work and the wider sector.”
The addition of these landmark venues marks a significant moment for the association as it continues to advocate for the UK’s event economy.
Louisa Watson, Chair of beam, added: “We’re delighted to welcome ICC Wales, The Celtic Manor Resort, and The Parkgate Hotel. Each venue brings a strong reputation for excellence and innovation, qualities that reflect our core values. Their membership strengthens our collective voice at a pivotal time for the industry, and we look forward to driving meaningful progress together.”
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