QI Group’s flagship business, QNET, held its bi-annual convention, V-Convention, in Penang, Malaysia, from October 7 to 11, 2022. The event was Malaysia’s most significant tourism draw since 2019, after which the Covid-19 pandemic hit.

Over 15,000 entrepreneurs flew into Penang from different parts of the world for the five-day convention, generating an estimated economic impact of RM157 million for the state. Penang is a leading venue of choice for investors and tourists and a UNESCO World Heritage City.

Yeoh Soon Hin, Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy, launched the V-convention. QI Group Founder and Executive Chairman Dato’ Sri Vijay Eswaran graced the event, along with Deputy Chairman Joseph Bismark, QI Malaysia Chairman Tan Sri Megat Tajuddin Megat Khas and others from the QI and QNET leadership team.

The V-Convention 2020 was supported by the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau, which helped to boost international tourism arrivals and bolster revenue for the tourism and hospitality sector. It was held at the Setia Spice Arena, one of the largest multi-purpose indoor venues in North Malaysia.

Click through for more insights on the event here.

You can also view our photo reel for a taste of the adrenaline rush and excitement during the five-day convention here: