Adrien Boulongne
Event Director – SalesWhat is it like working in sales in the UK as a French-speaking professional?
I've had the incredible opportunity to be part of CloserStill Media for over 12 years. When I first joined, I was among the company's earliest international employees. Since then, the journey has been nothing short of transformative. Today, we’re proud to have a talented and dynamic French team covering all key departments—sales, marketing, content, logistics, and accounting.CloserStill Media has grown into one of the world's leading B2B event organisers. For anyone joining the company, especially in a sales role, it's a powerful stepping stone for advancing their professional career. Working within an Anglo-Saxon business culture while maintaining a strong, unified French team spirit offers a truly unique and rewarding experience.
What advice would you give to someone relocating or starting a sales career here?
Starting a career at CloserStill Media in London means being immersed in a culture that celebrates diversity and individuality. It’s a place where you’re encouraged to push your limits, keep learning, and grow both personally and professionally. The international scope of our work opens doors to new perspectives and long-term development for everyone on the team.
What do you enjoy most about your role and the company culture?
What I value most in my role is the spirit of collaboration. We work together with a shared mission: to deliver the best possible trade shows for the industries we serve. The company culture fosters mutual respect, regardless of background, nationality, or personal values, making CloserStill Media an inspiring place to thrive.
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About CloserStill Media
We are on a mission... To be the most dynamic global B2B events and communities business.
At our core, we have unwavering faith in our workforce. Our entrepreneurial and empowered teams are dedicated to perpetual evolution of their brands, shaping leading engagement in their respective industries. We firmly believe that great people are the architects of extraordinary events.
We are committed to Diversity & Inclusion and to making CloserStill Media a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. We are a global and multicultural business and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where our colleagues can grow and develop no matter who they are and where they work.
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