Expo 2020 (actually Oct 2021) Ean managed a team of over 30 direct reports and a further 300 indirect reports with responsibility for all broadcast events and live production, working alongside the Expo Media Team.

Host Broadcast Strategy Implementation:

Successfully implemented the host broadcast strategy, overseeing the entire process from production to live on-air.

Comprehensive Live Broadcast Management:

Managed day-to-day production and technical teams to deliver an average of 10 hours of live content per day, seven days a week, for six months. This resulted in over 1969 hours of live broadcast content during the period.

Diverse Event Coverage:

Coordinated a wide range of events, from National Days featuring visiting heads of state to concurrent music festivals. Averaged 10 shows per day.

Expo2020 Opening Ceremony:

Successfully produced the live broadcast of the Expo2020 Opening Ceremony, which was viewed by millions worldwide. The Event was created by Five Currents.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

Worked closely with all stakeholders within Expo2020 to ensure proper procedures were followed for each daily event.

UAE National Day Live Broadcast:

Produced the UAE National Day live broadcast from 18 events around the Expo2020 site, featuring performances across four venues.

Record-Breaking New Year’s Eve Broadcast:

Created and executed Expo2020’s record-breaking 13-hour New Year’s Eve live broadcast, featuring international DJs such as Armin Van Buuren, Dimitri Vegas, DJ Skip, and Kanika Kapoor. This event marked the longest New Year’s celebration across the Expo site, culminating in the largest firework display.

Headline Talent Performances:

Managed live broadcasts of headline talent performances including Coldplay, Black Eyed Peas, Alicia Keys, and regional stars such as Omar Khairat, AR Rahman, and Nancy Ajram and more.