The Bench
Michelle Turney is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in strategic partnerships and business development across various sectors, including hospitality, real estate, technology, and data analytics. Currently serving as the Head of Strategic Partnerships in Hospitality and Real Estate at The Bench since May 2022, Michelle previously held key positions such as Commercial Director at InspiredMinds! and Head of Partnerships & Sales for Europe at CARING IN BUSINESS. With a strong background in sales management and leadership roles at notable organizations like Corinium Global Intelligence and Clarion Events, Michelle has consistently focused on delivering innovative marketing solutions and fostering connections within diverse industries. Michelle holds a BSc. (Hons) in Biomedical Science and Business Studies from De Montfort University.
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The Bench
For over 25 years, The Bench has built a legacy of hosting influential business forums and conferences across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. Spearheading the company is Chairman, Jonathan Worsley, one of the founders of the highly successful International Hotel Investment Forum in Berlin. The Bench organises a series of prestigious conferences, including the Future Hospitality Summit: Saudi Arabia, the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC), the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF), AviaDev Africa and Future Hospitality Summit: World. With a commitment to addressing the latest trends and challenges in hospitality, our events facilitate impactful discussions and foster valuable connections among industry leaders. Our ongoing focus on sustainability and innovation positions us as a key player in shaping the future of hospitality and aviation investment worldwide.