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World Children Expo 2012 agenda

India will have its first comprehensive children’s exposition — World Children Expo (WCE) 2012 — to be staged in Gurgaon (Delhi NCR) between May 25-27. Conceptualised by the Delhi-based Creative Children Media Pvt. Ltd, WCE 2012 is a platform showcasing consumer brands from across businesses related to children in the age group 0-14 years. It will focus on seven sectors — entertainment, education, technology, clothing and apparel, food and beverages, healthcare, toys and FMCGs (fast moving consumer goods).

“World Children Expo 2012 aims to highlight companies and firms involved in producing and promoting children’s essentials. It offers a grand stage for latest entrants in this market too. We are hoping the expo will become a one-stop destination for parents looking for the latest products and services for their kids,” says Rahul Gupta, director and chief executive, Creative Children Media.

WCE 2012 has been divided into three sections — (a) WCE — The Business Conclave (b) Kids’ Favourites Awards scheduled for May 25 at The Crowne Plaza, Gurgaon and (c) World Children Expo (WCE), scheduled for May 26-27 at The Island, Ambience Mall, Gurgaon.

“WCE — The Business Conclave will be a unique knowledge sharing platform hosting head-honchos from all key sectors comprising interactive panel discussions, and high-level keynote presentations. Some of the main speakers include Jiggy George, CEO, Dream Theater; Vasantha Angamuthu, editor  Hindustan Times; Sashwati Banerjee, executive director, Sesame Workshop India; and Denise Carlson, producer, NYFA and former programming head, Disney USA,” says Gupta.