BETT 201225/01/12
Running the press office at BETT, the world's largest technology in education show, is always a momentous event in the Mango calendar. This January was the 7th BETT we've worked on, and they do say time flies when you're having fun!
The Mango team works non-stop throughout the show to look after the 400 journalists who visit BETT, and it is a fantastic opportunity for us to catch up with people, show off what BETT has to offer, and give our feet a workout - the poor things are still recovering now.
For all of you who stopped by the Press Office to visit us, we would like to say a big thank you for helping to make this year our best BETT ever! Visitor numbers were up by 3.84 per cent which, considering it was BETT's last year at Olympia, truly ensured BETT went out with a bang.
The real highlight for us this year was the attendance of The Rt Hon Michael Gove MP, Secretary of State for Education, topped off by HRH the Duke of York, Prince Andrew. Mr Gove delivered the opening address and it was fantastic to see his recognition of the importance of technology in education. Every national newspaper and broadcaster published a news item about Gove at BETT with the BBC running a follow up news item specifically on BETT the following day.
Exhibitors showcased their latest resources and as always wowed the crowds with fascinating technology and CPD opportunities. Learn Live and Education Leaders @ BETT CPD sessions provided much sought after best practice ideas and as always, the BETT Awards celebrated innovation in the sector.
Next year BETT will be held at ExCel, so it will be bringing its wonderfully successful personality to the east. Also, please put the new dates in your diary too – for BETT 2013 will take place from the 30th January to the 2nd February. So, new venue, new date and plenty of time for teachers to settle back to school after Christmas before taking a day off to attend BETT.
And if you just can’t wait until the next BETT, catch us at the Education Show: http://www.education-show.com where we will be running the Press Office too! | 
