Client: VanEck
Event: The Evolution of Space
Date: 9th June 2026
No of guests: 80
Event space: Information Age
What was the event brief & objective?
To bring together professional investors and ETF buyers to explore the evolution of the space industry, highlighting how space has evolved from a government led initiative into a commercially driven investment theme. The event aimed to educate attendees on key developments in space technology, connectivity, defence applications and investment opportunities. We also wanted to provide guests with an exciting and somewhat immersive experience, something that is very important to the VanEck brand and how we engage with clients.
Why was the Science Museum chosen for this event?
It’s a beautiful venue related to our Space theme.
What sort of experience did you want to create?
We wanted to create an experience that was engaging, informative and memorable. Beyond simply presenting investment ideas, the goal was to bring the theme to life through the venue, speakers and content, while reinforcing VanEck’s reputation as a thought leader in thematic investing.
How did this Information Age work for the event? What was the benefit of using this space?
The space worked extremely well for the event. It was highly fitting for the theme, provided a unique backdrop for the presentations and helped create an atmosphere that immediately immersed guests in the subject matter.
The biggest benefit was how closely the venue linked to the theme itself. Hosting a space focused event within the Science Museum added authenticity and helped create a more memorable experience for attendees than a traditional conference venue would have. The overall ambience of the space really stood out. The setting complemented the theme perfectly and helped create an engaging environment for both the presentations and networking.
Who were your catering and AV partners? Did they create anything bespoke for the event?
We worked with Social Pantry who provided a breakfast buffet and White Light / DB Solutions who managed our set up including two monitors, speakers, laptop, background music aligned to the space theme, headset microphones and handheld microphones.
What feedback did you receive from guests?
Overall, the feedback was extremely positive. Guests enjoyed the theme, the venue, the speaker line up and the effort made to create a more engaging and creative experience than a typical investment event.
Client testimonial:
“The Science Museum provided the perfect setting for our Space themed event. The venue helped bring the topic to life and created a memorable experience for our guests. The team were professional and easy to work with throughout the planning process, and the event was very well received by attendees.”
– Carmen Chartier Ryse, VanEck
