Member News - AIM Group
A new approach to business and virtuous circle of innovation, integration, and diversification lead to a successful year.
Milan, 3th July 2024 – AIM Group International, a global leader in conferences, events and communications, is proud to publish its Corporate Annual Report for 2023, announcing exceptional business and economic results, surpassing pre-pandemic volumes and achieving unprecedented growth.
“The events industry continues to evolve, and AIM Group International has not only kept pace but led the way in innovation and resilience,” states Gianluca Buongiorno, President of AIM Group International. “Our commitment to strong partnerships with clients and stakeholders has been key to our success. By staying attuned to the changing needs of our clients and participants and by adapting to change with dynamism and flexibility, we have been able to face challenges with creativity and agility.”
The 2023 Consolidated Balance is highly positive, with an overall turnover of 96 million euros, an increase of 22% compared to the previous year, and an EBITDA of +3 million euros.
“The strategic initiatives we have implemented have ensured sustainable growth and fortified the Group’s financial stability,” explains Gianluca Scavo, CEO of AIM Group International. “Our 2023 results are historic, with significant growth across all our offices, both in Italy and internationally. The continued expansion and solid recovery from the pandemic’s impacts highlight a strong path for ongoing growth into 2024 and beyond.”
2023 Highlights:
- Overall Consolidated Balance: Turnover of 96 million euros, a 22% increase compared to 2022, with an EBITDA of 3,18 million euros.
- Events and Campaigns: our +300 talented people have successfully managed over 2,000 live, digital, and hybrid events and communication campaigns for over 400 clients, winning five international awards for excellence.
- Major Events Secured: In 2023 we secured +120 new events, including globally significant projects such as the FIATA World Congress 2026, the IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS), which anticipates 5,000 attendees, and the collaboration wityh European Society for Sexual Medicine (ESSM) for 2025-26-27 congress editions.
- Sustainability: in 2023 AIM Group has taken significant steps towards sustainability with the publication of the Declaration of Intent and Values and the Sustainable Development Policy, the first Sustainability Report and the ISO 20121 certification for sustainable event management. For more information onAIM Group’s commitment to waste reduction, planning carbon-neutral events, engaging clients in sustainable event design, and the comprehensive sustainability strategy, please refer to the 2023 Sustainability Report.
- New Headquarters: Our forward-thinking approach is reflected in our significant investment in the company’s development, including the relocation of our headquarters in Milan to a new, larger, and more modern office with appropriate spaces and formats that better reflect the image of an innovative company.
“Our mission to foster human connections is at the heart of everything we do, and our enhanced brand identity reflects our commitment to providing our clients comprehensive support through innovative design, communication, and consultancy services,” adds Gianluca Buongiorno. “The expanding synergy between our specialist areas – events, communications and consultancy – has been crucial to our structural reorganisation and has set a solid foundation for future success.”
The full Annual Report, detailing AIM Group’s financial results, achievements, and activities, is available online.
AIM Group International
AIM Group International is a global, multi-service and everchanging company, which leads the way on conferences, events and communication, since 1960. Events, Communication, Consultancy: three talented teams interact and work together to design experiences, ideas and solutions.
Our Offices: Barcelona, Berlin, Brussels, Budapest, Florence, Hamburg, Lisbon, Madrid, Milan, Munich, Porto, Paris, Prague, Rome, Vienna.
AIM Group Contacts
Annalisa Ponchia, Sustainability Manager, E: [email protected]
Gianluca Trezzi, E: [email protected], m. +39 340 8528584