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Eduardo Chaillo
Born
Mexico City, Mexico
Occupation
  • Consultant
  • Former Politician/Diplomat
Notable awardsHall of Leaders, Events Industry Council, 2013
SpouseFabiola Lizarraga Ruz
ChildrenFaby Chaillo
Dany Chaillo
Regina Chaillo

Eduardo Chaillo CMP, CMM, CASE, CITP, DES is a Mexican tourism consultant and former government official and diplomat who has been recognized for his work strengthening the competitiveness of destinations across Latin America.[1][2] He has worked in tourism development and the meetings industry across Latin America and served as U.S. and Canada Regional Director for the Mexico Tourism Board at Mexico's Embassy in Washington, D.C.[2][3]

Personal history

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Chaillo was born in Mexico City to Eduardo Chaillo Canan, of Syrian Jewish descent, and Martha Ortiz, who was of Mexican Catholic heritage. He and his sister, Emilia, were raised in a multi-ethnic, multi-religious household in Mexico City.[4][5] During his youth, Chaillo worked at his parents' restaurant, Niza, which provided his initial experience in the hospitality industry.

He attended the Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM), where he received a degree in business administration with a focus in business operations and supervision.[6] During his time at ITAM, he met his future wife Fabiola Lizárraga Ruz. The couple married in 1992 and have three daughters: Faby, Dany, and Regina.[7]

Professional career

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Public sector

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Chaillo served as Minister of Tourism for the State of Zacatecas from 1996 to 1998. He subsequently held positions with the Mexican Ministry of Tourism (Secretaría de Turismo, SECTUR) and the Mexican Tourism Board (Consejo de Promoción Turística de México, CPTM), where he directed six editions of the Tianguis Turístico trade show and established the Mexico Convention Bureau within the CPTM during its operation as a government agency.[3][8][9]

From 2005 to 2013, he served as Regional Director for the United States and Canada and later as Executive Director for the Meetings Industry at CPTM.[10][11][12] In these roles, he positioned Mexico as a leading international destination for congresses, exhibitions, and incentive travel by coordinating strategies with global associations and local stakeholders.[13][14][15]

Private sector

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In 2013, Chaillo founded Global Meetings and Tourism Specialists, a consulting firm that advises destinations, venues, and governments on competitiveness strategies, economic impact studies, cluster development, and the attraction of international events.[6] In 2014, he joined Maritz as Global General Manager for Latin America, taking a leadership role in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry.[16][17][18]

Industry involvement

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Chaillo has held various volunteer leadership positions in tourism and meetings industry organizations:

Publications and academia

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Chaillo writes the column "Punto de Encuentro" in the newspaper El Momento,[25] and has contributed articles to publications including Panorama Turístico,[26] Portal de las Américas,[27][28] MDC magazine,[29][30] Latin America Meetings,[31] and Eventos Latinoamericanos.[32] He has lectured on business administration, entrepreneurship, and marketing at universities in Mexico.[1][33]

Awards

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  • 2025: Fiexpo 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award/Professional Trajectory Award[34][35]
  • 2019: Visionary Award, PCMA Foundation[36]
  • 2019: XXIX Cátedra de Turismo Fundación Miguel Alemán 2019[37]
  • 2016 MPI Mexico, Heel Award for Excellence[7][38]
  • 2015: Premio Latino (Most influential Latin American leader in the meetings industry), Flexpo Latino
  • 2013: Hall of Leaders, Events Industry Council[39]
  • 2011: 25 Most Influential People in the Meetings Industry[3]
  • 2011: Profile and Power Award, Joint Meetings Industry Council[40][41]
  • 2009: Global Industry Award, IMEX Group[42]
  • 2009: Kevin Forde Award, SITE[43]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Events Industry Council Hall of Leaders: Eduardo Chaillo". Events Industry Council. 20 February 2015. Retrieved 4 November 2025.
  2. ^ a b "Eduardo Chaillo". Experts in Tourism. Retrieved 4 November 2025.
  3. ^ a b c Albin-Najera, Susie (16 June 2012). "Mexico Tourism Board's Eduardo Chaillo Named 25 Most Influential People in the Meetings Industry". The Mexico Report. Retrieved 3 November 2025.
  4. ^ a b Lytle, David (15 December 2025). "CMP Fellow Spotlight: Get to Know Eduardo Chaillo". Smart Meetings. Retrieved 24 December 2025.
  5. ^ Pohlenz, Alejandro. "Tortas CDMX/Tortas Niza, classic sandwiches with a wide variety of options on the Menu". Food Police. Retrieved 24 December 2025.
  6. ^ a b Cesar (11 June 2013). "Global Meetings and Tourism Specialists, a company backed by the name Eduardo Chaillo". Latin American Meetings: El Punto de Encuentro. Mexico City, Mexico. Retrieved 1 January 2026.
  7. ^ a b c d e Gonzalez, Alexandra. "Eduardo Chaillo: Global Meetings and Tourism Specialists". World Meetings Forum. Retrieved 6 November 2025.
  8. ^ Reveron, Derek (1 December 2012). "Mexico: The Advantages of Meeting South of the Border Keep Growing". The Meetings Magazine: Association Conventions & Facilities. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  9. ^ Goldman, Marlene (1 September 2008). "Mexico's Interior Cities". Meetings Today. Retrieved 14 January 2026.
  10. ^ Baran, Michelle (9 May 2009). "In the Hot Seat:Eduardo Chaillo, Mexico Tourism Board". Travel Weekly. Retrieved 3 November 2025.
  11. ^ Staff, Exhibit City News (29 May 2013). "The IAEE amplifies focus on exhibition organizers and suppliers in Mexico". Exhibit City News.
  12. ^ Lucas, Dave (1 June 2009). "Mexico Travel: Interview with Eduardo Chaillo". News Channel 8 Live This Morning with Dave Lucas.
  13. ^ Staff, Mexican Tourism Board (20 Dec 2017). "Mexico Tourism Board's Dedicated Meetings and Events Global Program Drives Continuous Growth for the Sector". PR Newswire. Retrieved 6 November 2025.
  14. ^ Romero, Darlene (30 January 2019). "The 29th edition of the "Miguel Alemán Valdés" Tourism Chair is about to begin in Zacatecas". Real Estate Market and Lifestyle. Retrieved 7 November 2025.
  15. ^ Contreras, Gustavo (5 November 2024). "Eduardo Chaillo: The Architect of Meetings Tourism in Mexico". Panoramo Turistico. Retrieved 5 November 2025.
  16. ^ Gaxiola, Alejandra (6 May 2025). "Eduardo Chaillo highlights the importance of the Tianguis Turístico (Tourism Fair)". El Momento Mx.
  17. ^ Hosteltur, Writer (6 July 2016). "Interview with the director of Maritz Global Events for Latin America: Eduardo Chaillo". Hosteltur. Retrieved 6 November 2025.
  18. ^ LM Editorial (21 February 2023). "WMF launches its Reimagine Meetings campaign". LatinAmerica Meetings. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  19. ^ "About Industry Insights". eventscouncil.org. Retrieved 12 January 2026.
  20. ^ "COCAL Directors: Eduardo Chaillo". COCAL (Federación de Entidades Organizadoras de Congresos y Afines de América Latina). Retrieved 5 January 2026.
  21. ^ "Eduardo Chaillo". Expertos en Turismo. Retrieved 24 December 2025.
  22. ^ "Corporate Governance | Board of Directors". Santa Fe Grupo | Hotelero. Retrieved 14 January 2026.
  23. ^ Smart Meetings (10 November 2015). "Global Strategy and Local Execution with Eduardo Chaillo". Smart Meetings. pp. smartmeetings.com.
  24. ^ "PCMA Foundation Leadership". PCMA Foundation. 5 January 2018. Retrieved 5 January 2026.
  25. ^ "Eduardo Chaillo Ortiz". El Momento Campeche (in Spanish). Retrieved 2026-01-12.
  26. ^ "Panorama Turístico". Panorama Turístico (in Spanish). 16 December 2025. Retrieved 12 January 2026.
  27. ^ "Eduardo Chaillo". www.portaldeamerica.com (in European Spanish). Retrieved 2026-01-12.
  28. ^ "Eduardo Chaillo". 18 November 2025. Retrieved 5 January 2026.
  29. ^ "MDC The Event Planner's Magazine". MDC Magazine (in Spanish). Retrieved 2026-01-12.
  30. ^ Chaillo, Eduardo. "Label: Eduardo Chaillo". MDC The Event Planner's Magazine. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
  31. ^ "Latinamerica Meetings | Noticias Sobre el Turismo de Reuniones". Latinamerica Meetings (in Spanish). Retrieved 2026-01-12.
  32. ^ "Eventos Latinoamericanos - Explora la Industria de Reuniones ✔️" (in European Spanish). Retrieved 2026-01-12.
  33. ^ "MICE Industry Leader Eduardo Chaillo to Present Insightful Session at Latin America Meeting & Incentive Travel Exchange (LAMITE) 2018 Event". Meeting Media Group, Headquarters Magazine (HQ). 10 April 2018. Retrieved 5 January 2025.
  34. ^ "FIEXPO 2025: Innovation and Collective Leadership". The Event Planner's Magazine (MDC). 13 June 2025. Retrieved 7 November 2025.
  35. ^ "Recognition of Excellence in the Meetings Industry at Fiexpo 2025". 12 June 2025.
  36. ^ "PCMA Announces 2019 Visionary Awards, Honorees, and Finalists". PCMA. Retrieved 5 January 2026.
  37. ^ Arizmendi, Ariadna (29 January 2019). "The 29th Tourism Lecture Series will be held in Zacatecas". Argon Mexico. Retrieved 5 January 2026.
  38. ^ "Interview with Eduardo Chaillo" (PDF). Latin Amercan Events. September/November 2025 (102): 42. November 2025 – via Latin American Events (eventoslatam.com).
  39. ^ "CMP Today Newsletter: October 31, 2013". Naylor Network. 31 October 2013. Retrieved 7 November 2025.
  40. ^ Alderton, Matt (16 December 2011). "Mexico's Eduardo Chaillo Receives JMIC 'Profile and Power' Award". Successful Meetings. Retrieved 4 November 2025.
  41. ^ "Eduardo Chaillo Recognized as 2011 JMIC 'Profile and Power' Awardee" (PDF). The Meeting Magazine, Association Conventions & Facilities. Brussels, Belgium: Coastal Communications Corporation Publication. January 2012. p. 7. Retrieved 5 January 2026.
  42. ^ "Industry Leaders Honored at CIC Gala". Naylor Network, CMP Network. Retrieved 5 January 2026.
  43. ^ "Kevin Forde Spirit Award". SITE Global. Retrieved 5 January 2026.