ITE Group plc has announced the appointment of Nik Rudge to a key Regional Director position with responsibilities for most of ITE’s business outside Russia including Ukraine, Turkey, Kazakhstan, India and Southeast Asia.

Nik has previously worked for EMAP, Reed and most recently UBM, where he was Managing Director of UBM Live’s operations in Amsterdam and Abu Dhabi.

Commenting on the appointment, CEO, Russell Taylor said. “Nik will be a key member of ITE’s senior management team. His experience will strengthen the Group as we continue to expand the business and develop our events to consistently improve client value. I’m delighted to have secured his services and very much looking forward to working with him”.