BUSINESS MATCHING
Connecting the Right People. Creating Real Business Opportunities.
Pre-arranged business meetings designed to accelerate partnerships, sales and growth.
Business Matching is one of the most valuable experiences within the EMECEXPO Ecosystem.
Designed to maximize your return on investment, the programme connects exhibitors, buyers, investors, startups and decision-makers through qualified one-to-one meetings based on business interests and objectives.
ABOUT BUSINESS MATCHING
Business Begins with the Right Connections
Successful business is built on meaningful relationships.
The EMECEXPO Business Matching Programme helps participants connect efficiently with the people who matter most to their business.
Rather than relying on chance meetings, participants benefit from scheduled appointments with qualified professionals whose interests align with their products, services or investment objectives.
The result is a more productive event experience and stronger business outcomes.
HOW IT WORKS
A Simple and Efficient Process
Every experience is designed to demonstrate how Artificial Intelligence creates real business value.
Explore:
1. Register
Complete your visitor or exhibitor registration and indicate your business interests.
2. Build Your Profile
Create your company profile and specify your objectives, products, services and partnership interests.
3. Discover Participants
Browse qualified companies, buyers, investors and decision-makers participating in the programme.
4. Request Meetings
Send meeting requests to participants who match your business goals.
5. Meet at EMECEXPO
Attend scheduled one-to-one meetings in the dedicated Business Matching Lounge.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
Business Matching is open to:
Exhibitors
Generate qualified leads and meet potential customers.
Hosted Buyers
Discover innovative products and qualified suppliers.
Retailers
Identify new technologies and strategic partners.
Investors
Meet startups and high-growth companies seeking investment.
Startups
Present innovative solutions to investors and corporate buyers.
Entrepreneurs
Build partnerships and explore new business opportunities.
Corporate Decision-Makers
Identify technologies that support digital transformation.
WHO WILL YOU MEET?
The programme connects participants with professionals from across the AI-powered business ecosystem.
Including:
- CEOs
- Business Owners
- Technology Buyers
- Procurement Directors
- Retail Executives
- Investors
- Venture Capital Firms
- Startup Founders
- Manufacturers
- Distributors
- Marketing Leaders
- Fintech Executives
- AI Solution Providers
- Government Representatives
MATCHING ACROSS ALL EXHIBITION SECTORS
Business Matching connects professionals across every exhibition sector.
Artificial Intelligence
E-commerce
Digital Marketing
Retail
Fintech
Startups
Private Label
Entrepreneurship
• One programme • One ecosystem • Unlimited opportunities.
WHY JOIN BUSINESS MATCHING?
Participants benefit from:
Qualified Meetings
Meet professionals selected according to your business objectives.
Strategic Partnerships
Build relationships that continue beyond the exhibition.
Faster Business Development
Save time by meeting the right companies in one place.
International Opportunities
Connect with companies and delegations from multiple countries.
Better ROI
Maximize the value of your participation through structured networking.
New Markets
Identify distributors, suppliers and business partners for expansion.
BUSINESS MATCHING LOUNGE
A Dedicated Space for Business
All meetings take place in the Business Matching Lounge.
Designed for productive conversations, the lounge provides a professional environment where participants can exchange ideas, negotiate partnerships and develop new business relationships.
PART OF THE EMECEXPO ECOSYSTEM
Business Matching connects every experience within EMECEXPO.
Participants can combine meetings with:
- EMECEXPO Exhibition
- AI Experience Center
- Conference Programme
- Workshops
- Masterclasses
- African Startup Expo
- Private Label Expo
- Entreprendre Expo
- EMEC Innovation Awards
One integrated ecosystem designed to create measurable business value.
READY TO MEET YOUR NEXT BUSINESS PARTNER?
Every great partnership starts with a conversation.
Meet qualified buyers.
Connect with investors.
Discover new suppliers.
Build strategic alliances.
Grow your business through EMECEXPO Business Matching.
FAQ
Below you will find most answers for your questions
Business Matching is a structured networking programme that connects exhibitors, buyers, investors and decision-makers through pre-arranged one-to-one meetings.
Registered exhibitors, visitors, hosted buyers, investors, startups and approved professionals can apply to participate.
Access depends on your registration category and participation criteria. Full details are provided during the registration process.
Meetings are held in the dedicated Business Matching Lounge during EMECEXPO.
