Management ChangeJun 24, 2026, 08:12 AM
Paul Miller to Lead Combined Emerald & Questex as CEO
AI Summary
Emerald Holding, Inc. announced that Paul Miller, current CEO of Questex, will lead the combined Emerald and Questex business as Chief Executive Officer upon the closing of the previously announced merger. Hervé Sedky, Emerald's current President and CEO, will transition to a senior advisor role for the combined company. The merger, involving Apollo-managed funds acquiring both Emerald and Questex, is still expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to customary conditions and regulatory approvals. Miller's extensive experience in the events and media industries is highlighted as key to driving growth for the new entity.
Key Highlights
- Paul Miller, current Questex CEO, appointed CEO of the combined Emerald and Questex business.
- Hervé Sedky, Emerald's current President and CEO, will transition to a senior advisor role.
- The combined company is formed by Apollo-managed funds acquiring Emerald and Questex.
- Miller brings over three decades of experience in events, information services, and media.
- The merger is still expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to conditions.
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