Introduction of New Committee and President José Andrés Orendáin De Obeso
Guadalajara, Jalisco – With the arrival of a new Technical Committee, Expo Guadalajara aims to continue its growth in infrastructure, international reach, sustainability, social responsibility, and belonging until 2027, according to its new president, José Andrés Orendáin De Obeso.
Key Areas of Focus
- Infrastructure Growth: Orendáin De Obeso emphasizes modernizing and enhancing Expo Guadalajara’s facilities to maintain its status as the most advanced, functional, and competitive exhibition center in Mexico.
- International Reach: The new leadership intends to attract more high-profile international events, leveraging Expo Guadalajara’s potential to host prestigious gatherings.
- Sustainability: A key focus is to make Expo Guadalajara a greener, more profitable, and reliable venue by implementing sustainable practices.
Orendáin De Obeso’s Previous Projects and Plans
Orendáin De Obeso, who succeeded Luis Isaías Salazar Ramirez as president, plans to resume infrastructure projects initiated by his predecessor. These include the construction of pedestrian bridges around Expo Guadalajara and the implementation of rainwater harvesting systems.
Expanding Expo Guadalajara’s Portfolio
The new Technical Committee, under Orendáin De Obeso’s leadership, aims to grow the center’s own and jointly organized exhibitions. Recent examples include:
- México Hospitality Expo: Successfully organized in collaboration with FIRA Barcelona.
- SICON MX: Scheduled for 2026 in partnership with IFEMA Madrid.
Outgoing President Luis Isaías Salazar’s Achievements
During his tenure from 2023 to 2025, Luis Isaías Salazar presented a record-breaking economic impact of 47.533 billion pesos for Expo Guadalajara in 2024. He also secured a new 13,960-square-meter land parcel.
Sustainability and Social Responsibility
Under Salazar’s leadership, Expo Guadalajara became the only venue in Mexico with a comprehensive sustainability strategy, implementing actions such as:
- Reducing carbon footprint
- Supporting the local community
- Promoting diversity and inclusion
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is the new president of Expo Guadalajara? José Andrés Orendáin De Obeso
- What are the main areas of focus for Expo Guadalajara under new leadership? Infrastructure growth, international reach, and sustainability.
- What projects will José Andrés Orendáin De Obeso resume? Pedestrian bridge construction and rainwater harvesting systems.
- What recent collaborations has Expo Guadalajara been a part of? México Hospitality Expo with FIRA Barcelona and SICON MX with IFEMA Madrid.
- What were some of Luis Isaías Salazar’s achievements during his tenure? Record economic impact and acquisition of new land.
- What makes Expo Guadalajara’s sustainability strategy unique? It is the only comprehensive sustainability strategy among Mexican venues, focusing on reducing carbon footprint, community support, diversity, and inclusion.
