Sukumar Verma, Managing Director of Informa Markets’ Maritime, Energy & Industrial group in Singapore, has extensive expertise in strategic business planning, market expansion, and product development for B2B tradeshows. His portfolio spans high-growth sectors including photonics and semiconductors, where he plays a key role in driving industry platforms such as the Asia Photonics Expo, fostering regional ecosystem development and international market collaboration. Sukumar is also Vice President for Industry and Enterprise at SACEOS, the Singapore Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers, and Co-Chair of the Singapore MICE Sustainability Committee driven by the Singapore Tourism Board.