The Telegraph confirmed the appointment of Ruth Carter as managing director of its events business. She replaces Damian Norman who leaves the business after five years.
Carter has more than 19 years industry experience and has been responsible for events across a wide range of sectors and was founder and CEO of UBM Conferences, a division of UBM plc, where she led its expansion in Europe and the US, as well as establishing operations in China, India and Brazil.
She joined UBM from EMAP where she was managing director of EMAP Conferences, a business she successfully launched and grew during her 7-year tenure.
Nick Hugh, CEO, The Telegraph, said: “The breadth of knowledge, expertise and experience that Ruth brings to this role further strengthens and reinforces our position at the forefront of live events. A powerful and integral part of our brand, events allow us to build lasting relationships with customers, showcase quality journalism and deliver real value to clients.
“I would also like to thank Damian for his contribution to Telegraph Events and wish him well for the future.”
Carter added: “Together with the very talented team of events professionals already in place at The Telegraph, we have a tremendous opportunity to grow and expand the business and take it to the next level.”
