BUYERS

Since its inception in 2002, Sibec Asia has proven to be the most fertile platform and industry forum. After each visit, I leave with new ideas and invaluable contacts.

Ingo Schweder, Group Spa Director, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

A pleasured business trip. Very focused interviews, so you can work more concentrated and effectively. Moreover, the different activities and the opportunities to meet suppliers under a warm and sincere circumstance, without any pressure made it a really awesome business trip for me.

Candy Tang, CEO, Alexander Health Clubs

I was pleasantly surprised as I was not expecting the amount of spa related equipment and people that I saw there. It gave me a better insight into how valuable these areas are in the industry of wellness in general. I will be back!

Jeff Matthews, President and CEO, Mandara Spas

A very useful forum to meet many high quality manufacturers in a short period of time – keeps everyone focused.

Ian Brewis, Corporate Spa Director, Shangri La Hotels & Resorts

I thought the forum was very well run, and I felt that the format was a refreshing and very effective use of my time. It surpassed my expectations and I met many other important industry players as well as suppliers.

Tomer Rothschild, Director of Business Development International, Bally Total Fitness Corporation

Sibec provided the opportunity to meet with good quality vendors who provided updated information. The event was informal, constructive, focused & highly productive.

Elaine Fenard, VP Spa Development & Operations – Starwood Hotels & Resorts

Time efficient, cost effective and a great means for keeping updated on new industry/product developments.

Jasmine Teo, Director, Amore Fitness

Sibec Asia provided an excellent opportunity to not only meet suppliers but also to interact with colleagues in the industry. My first experience with the buyer/supplier meetings format was very positive. An organised, well run event that was a pleasure to attend.

Kendall Oei, President, General Spa Management

Very focused one to one undisturbed meetings. Overall, a good and satisfying experience. I am glad that I attended.

Deepak Dewan, Managing Director & Chairman, Cardio Fitness, India

Sibec Asia is very structured & disciplined. Schedules are planned so that nothing is missed. I got to know more acquaintances better in a short period of time. It allows quality interaction over a relaxed ambience. Sibec has provided the opportunity to develop future business with certain suppliers.

Alice Ng, Product Development Manager, Global Beauty International

The calibre of the suppliers here was great. I got something out of each meeting - even with the suppliers I had not requested! Therefore this forum has been invaluable & I look forward to attending next year.

Rhett Pickering, Director of Spa Operations, Marriott International

Good networking, more personal & effective.

Dawn Yip, Director, Jean Yip Salons

This was my first Sibec Asia and it worked perfectly for me. See you next year

Loni Wang, CEO, New Life Resources

Sibec Asia was a valuable meeting for those often isolated from the European suppliers. It was an efficient way of gathering product information.

Kim Whitehouse, Director of Spas, Voyages Hotels & Resorts

Friendly, business orientated, good organisation, professional – it works!

Frederique Deléage, Owner, Fredérique Holistic and Health Group

Much better and more focused than exhibitions. Well planned and organised to conduct meetings in a professional and methodical manner.

Michael Gasan, Director of Procurement, Qatar National Hotels Company

Efficient direct marketing for suppliers. Time saving direct sourcing for buyers

Theresa Chew, Executive Director, Expressions International

Exceptionally well organised and focused forum for commercial interaction between the serious international suppliers and major Asian service providers.

Tom Curtis, Managing Director, Gold’s Gym, Malaysia

I achieved all my objectives plus more at Sibec Asia. I look forward to attending this well organised, useful and unpretentious event again next year

Anna Keen, Area Spa Manager, South East Asia, Six Senses Hotels & Resorts

A well organised event. A fantastic way to meet suppliers of interest, be they new or existing and creating relationships for the future.

Claire Branch, Group Director of Spa Operations, Per Aquum Resorts & Spas

Excellent event, very well organised – see you next year!

Yoo Jang, Vice President, Bally Asia

An excellent forum to meet suppliers from all over the world and see what is emerging in other countries, especially as an Australian attendee.

Vanessa Gay, President, Australian Spa Association

Organised, focused and 100% fulfilment of meetings. Friendly atmosphere and a good source to conduct negotiations on new business.

Wong Meng Choy, General Manger, Luxor Beauty World

Good value and a productive use of time, as we all spend a lot of time these days travelling

Glen Ross, Group Director of Spas – Langham Hotels International

For me an entirely new concept in meetings which is highly advantageous for those buyers with the authority to make decisions on future purchases and policy for their respective businesses.

John Sheppard, Managing Director, Thailand, Clark Hatch Fitness Centres

The one on one contact was important, for my first time it was well worth my time.

Derrick Gooch, Spa Group Operations Manager, Centara Spa

Thanks to attending Sibec Asia for the last two years, we have been able to relax in the knowledge that we are passing on the latest and best products available from around the world to our guests

En Zaharudhin Abdul Jalil, VP Operations, Berjaya Hotels & Resorts

Really, really impressive! Got great leads and made wonderful contacts. Superbly run with no hitches!

Samantha Arnold, Director, Ellespa

A wonderful opportunity to meet, network and get to know the important industry related people who have a passion for what we do and who are those who form and move the growth of the spa, fitness and health industry in Asia and globally.

Georgia Fell-Smith, Managing Director, Spa Alliance

I actually achieved more at Sibec Asia than I expected. It is more than just about exchanging business cards. The three days of meetings and social events allow you to see the integrity of the people with whom you are thinking about developing a business relationship with.

Sandie Lahra, Manager Leisure & Product Development, Equatorial Hotels

Productive and very enjoyable for networking

Jennifer Ng, Senior Manager, Spa Botanica

Sibec Asia was extremely useful. I am already in advance project with suppliers met at the event. More professional, better organised and more efficient than any exhibition attended.

Cedric Betis, Sports & Leisure Manager, Jumeirah International

The highest quality, best organised event that I have attended, which I feel was the most effective way to explore new ideas and products with both suppliers and buyers. Not only will I recommend this event to others but I will certainly attend myself again and again.

Suchana Chaloemtoem, Director, Harmony Temple Company, Thailand

Very different from exhibitions, and quite refreshing in many ways. Overall, a good experience with some great companies represented.

Henk Meyknecht, General Manager, Marco Polo Hotel Group

Excellent format which allowed maximum opportunity for networking and keeping up to date with business trends and new ideas.

Anthony Tam, Senior Operations Manager, Regal Hotels

Sibec Asia rates very highly. I was extremely impressed for a first timer. It was educational as well as lots of fun!

Victor Chua, Executive Director, Pulai Springs

Congratulations to you and the team for an excellent event. Having attended for the first time, I was thoroughly impressed - especially the format for buyer/supplier meetings!!

Ajit Jayemanne, Operations Director, Confifi Group Hotels

It was great, knowing that everyone is exploring and sharing new ideas and technology in the wellness industry. Full board arrangement - awesome!

Rahatal Baney, Communications & Spa Manager, Cyberview Lodge Resort & Spa

SUPPLIERS

Sibec Asia has been the most valuable and value for money event for developing relationships and networking I have attended in Asia

John Young, VP International Sales, Cybex International

It’s been a real insight into the Asian market. As a first timer, you definitely get a lot out of it. You realize the importance of having someone who understands the market.

Nicola Stott, Director of Sales, Elemis

A great new way to meet pertinent contacts from several different countries, and in just three days. The friendly atmosphere and excellent organisation create the perfect atmosphere for direct and constructive discussions.

David Kechavarzi, Export Area Manager, LPG Systems

A novel and refreshing business experience. A fine example of lateral thinking in marketing, so may there be many more!

Simon Windsor, Group Chairman, The Ultraforce Group

This was my first Sibec Asia and my initial scepticism was immediately alleviated once the business meetings began. An innovative concept, to efficiently establish business relationships with suitable partners. The event was organized by true professionals with a good balance of informality, which allowed delegates to meet each other in an unpretentious environment. Congratulations to all the Pelican staff!

Chantal Saunders, Regional Institute Operations Manager, Clarins

Great concept! We need to support Sibec Asia so that it becomes THE event in Asia. Far more convenient and effective than any trade show

Andrea Campanelli, International Sales Director, Technogym International

Sibec Asia is a great way both to keep up with developments in the industry and to meet important new contacts - economical both in terms of investment and time away from the office.

Geraldine Howard, Managing Director, Aromatherapy Associates

It was a pleasure to attend Sibec Asia - A great mixture of important buyers from all across Asia

Katarina Braun, Assistant to the General Manager, Decklemann Wellness

A great opportunity to establish new customer contacts as well as further my relationships with others. Great job - good business, good times!

Mike Brennan, International Sales Director, True Fitness Technology

A perfect event to establish business and friendly relationships with the right partners. We are now just looking forward to next year!

Patricia Brot-Walock, Export Manager, Matis

I found Sibec interesting and informative. a great way to get up to speed with the latest trends in the industry. More than anything it gave us a chance to group together under the same roof most of our key current or potential buyers, understand their needs and successfully propose our products in two very focused days. In this "full immersion" environment we managed to work and have fun together, a great combination to build a good relationship.

Laura Ros, Managing Director, Frette Pacific

I found Sibec Asia to be an excellent forum. It helped get our company in front of key buying groups in the Asia Pacific region and provided a chance to spread our message in a relaxed yet professional setting.

Joshua Brand, International Sales Director, Freemotion Fitness

A great use of my time and marketing budget

Alain Labeyrie, International Area Manager, Guinot

Extremely well organised and effective. Each of your team did a fantastic job and I was impressed with each and every one!

Charlotte Harrison, Director, Altitude Science

There’s a real sense of community among competitors…a willingness of people to share their business experiences. It’s about building relationships through shared experiences.

Bradley Wilson, Managing Director, AOK Health

It’s a fantastic to meet a lot of people in a short time; in a relaxed atmosphere; people are easy to talk to. But best of all, it’s an opportunity to get feedback about the market for those of us new to Asia.

Johanna Baillet, Export Area Manager, Laboratoire Algotherm

An excellent medium to network on a global scale, real meetings with real people and an atmosphere conducive to real business. It would have taken 3 weeks of travel and large budget to have met with all the people I did at Sibec Asia using the traditional approach.

Jonathan Glover, Managing Director, Grapevine International

I believe Sibec Asia is a tremendous concept and idea. Congratulations to the team at Pelican.

Xen Angelides, Australasia Region Manager, Nautilus Inc

I found the mix was great, with interesting people.
The programme was tight, with a full schedule of meetings – thanks for that. A very friendly atmosphere. You’re a good team!

Peter Rietveld, International Sales Manager, Klafs Sauna and Spa

I found Sibec Asia a total success. The organisation level and easy, cost-effective method of conducting business without wasting time was beyond expectations. In addition it created a platform enabling some serious networking which simply cannot be achieved at a regular trade show.

Kevin McReynolds, International Sales Manager, Broadcast Vision Fitness

There’s nothing I would change. Everything has been very well arranged. Professional - top level arrangements.

Michele Crovato, Export Manager, Photonlife

All objectives achieved for this first presence in Sibec Asia.
Very well organized with good ambiance.

Eric Bellaiche, Export Manager, Somethy

Fulfilled more than I expected

Liliane Sallander, Managing Director, Sallander Cosmetics

A good opportunity to network with people in the industry

Yvonne Cheung, Corporate Planning Executive Officer, P&A Engineering

We found this event very well organised. It was a useful time spent in Asia meeting the right people to help the growth of our business.

Alan Jenner, Managing Director, Finders Spa Services

The Sibec format easily beats 99% of exhibitions. No idle time and no "window shoppers". The well scheduled, one-on-one meetings provides for highly effective and productive buyer-seller interaction.

Gunnar Hallson, International Sales Manager, Danish Dermatologic Development

The forum has exceeded our expectations. Not only will we be attending Sibec Asia next year, we will definitely attend other Sibec forums as well

Chris de Groot, Manager International affairs, Power Plate International

I joined the Sibec Asia forum with some apprehension. I must confess that this apprehension was immediately washed out as soon as the first meeting was over. I believe that Sibec Asia proved to be a fantastic "concentré" of good business opportunities, new contacts, and efficient meetings. I will certainly participate in the next forum.

Michel Gras, Director, Thalgo Cosmetic

I definitely achieved my objectives at Sibec Asia.I would not change any aspect. Fantastic concept and a great way to meet key people and easier to close deals.

Charmaine Wong, Director of Business Development, Asia Paradigm Shift

Since returning from Sibec Asia we have had many of the contacts we made communicating and showing a great deal of interest in our company. From our point of view it was very beneficial.

John Lightbody, Director, Abacus Design

A thoroughly well organised event which deserves to grow.

Jennifer Harbottle, Marketing Manager, Leisure Media Company