AEO RENEWS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH INEVEXCO TO STRENGTHEN RISK SUPPORT FOR EVENT ORGANISERS

The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) has renewed its strategic partnership with InEvexco, reaffirming its commitment to giving members access to specialist insurance expertise at a time when risk management has never been more critical for the business events industry.

The renewed agreement, now in its 5th year, sees InEvexco continue as AEO's exclusive insurance partner, providing member organisations across the UK events sector with direct access to tailored insurance solutions, specialist claims support and ongoing guidance as they navigate a risk landscape that has grown significantly more complex in recent years.

As part of the renewed agreement, InEvexco will deliver dedicated member support alongside a programme of thought leadership, educational workshops and practical guidance integrated into AEO's events and communications calendar. Members will also benefit from InEvexco's insight into emerging risks - from cancellation and liability exposure to evolving contractual requirements with venues and suppliers, ensuring they are equipped to make informed decisions at every stage of the event planning cycle. InEvexco became part of Gallagher in mid-2025 and now operates as a specialist team within one of the world's largest insurance brokerages, adding further leverage within the insurance market for the benefit of clients.

Anna Golden, chief executive of the Association of Event Organisers, said: "Event organisers have faced an extraordinary range of disruptions over the past few years - from global shutdowns to geopolitical uncertainty and extreme weather. If anything, that period has shown just how exposed the industry can be, and having a partner who genuinely understands that is essential."

Mark Blair, executive director at InEvexco, added: "Through working closely with AEO members, we have seen first-hand that the organisers who manage risk most effectively treat insurance as a strategic tool, not an afterthought. Our ambition for this next phase of the partnership is to make that thinking accessible to every AEO member, regardless of the size or scale of their events.” 

The renewal reflects AEO's broader strategy of working with partners who offer genuine sector expertise rather than generic services - an approach that has become increasingly important as members seek practical, trusted support across all aspects of running a sustainable events business.”