American Express Meetings & Events today announced the launch of their new service, Meetings Expert, for the Asia Pacific region.

Meetings Expert provides companies with an experienced, skilful professional to assist in contract negotiations, organisation and meeting management.

The expansion into Asia comes after a successful first year of business in North America and significant growth meetings activity in the Asia Pacific region.

According to research conducted by American Express Meetings & Events (AEME), budgets and meeting frequencies are set to increase in the region over the course of the next year.

AEME vice president and general manager, Issa Jouaneh, is excited at the program’s expansion into Asia.
“In the case of the Asia Pacific region, meeting industry stakeholders report increased meeting numbers and budget.

“The program builds on our local insights and capabilities, leveraging the tools and best practices of the program launch in North America,” Mr Jouaneh said.

The service offers an abundance of information clients need to make informed choices and the buying power of American Express aids in securing the lowest possible rates and terms.

According to AEME, clients using the service in North America achieved an average savings of 28 percent per meeting.