Paris – Reed MIDEM, a leading organiser of international tradeshows and conferences, has acquired LeWeb, one of Europe’s top internet conference and networking events.

The acquisition enables LeWeb to reinforce its development and further strengthens Reed MIDEM’s interests in digital innovation and entrepreneurship.

Launched in Paris in 2004 by Loic and Geraldine Le Meur, LeWeb brings together the key players in the international internet ecosystem including entrepreneurs and visionaries, investors and venture capitalists, technology businesses, large companies, digital marketers and journalists. In addition to its annual Paris gathering, LeWeb successfully launched a London event in June 2012.

Commenting on the deal, Reed MIDEM Chief Executive Officer Paul Zilk, said, “LeWeb fits very well with Reed MIDEM. We share the same ambition for developing premium international events where participants network and build relationships, do business, launch new products and discover the latest innovations.   

LeWeb Paris was held December 4-6, 2012, bringing together some 3,500 people from 75 countries. LeWeb London is scheduled for June 5-6, 2013.