ExCeL London has appointed Kerrie Kemp as director of venue operations, ahead of the venue’s forthcoming expansion.

Kemp, who brings with her more than 20 years’ industry experience, has worked for organisers such as UBM, Imark, VNU Exhibitions and Ithaca Media.

She also worked for Informa, where she pivoted to become global programme delivery manager for Better Stands – a project that aims to reduce single-use disposable stands at events.

Kemp is also well known throughout the Association of Exhibition Organisers (AEO), where she has chaired across various industry working groups. 

Her role at ExCeL will complete the venue’s 25,000sqm expansion in October.

ExCeL chief operating officer Roger Hooker said: “This year is set to be a game changer for ExCeL with the opening of our major expansion programme, our new waterfront development and, of course, our usual packed schedule of world-class events. Kerrie’s experience and knowledge will prove invaluable in delivering these, as well as to utilise her organiser insight to ensure we continue to deliver the very best experience for our clients.”