The 6th World Parkinson Congress 2023 provided an unparalleled international and interdisciplinary forum to highlight the latest developments in Parkinson’s Disease worldwide. But the benefits for Barcelona go far beyond the economic impact and overnight stays, as the event will leave an invaluable legacy in the city’s social and scientific fields. From HQ Magazine July…
The CityDNA Autumn Conference’s 3 days are not to be missed, as it joins in a collaborative DIY towards Destination Positive. It will be stacking Lookout Towers for new inspiration and supercharged thinking and explore how best to Build the Foundation of a truly Destination Positive future. In the spirit of CityDNA’s community of sharing…
Certified International Convention Executive (CICE) Course | This course is designed for higher-level executives to learn about new strategies and business models to elevate the level of the industry for meeting suppliers. This 5-day course take place at ICCA Head Office in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. We recommend learners studying 1 hour per chapter prior to…
This event aims to bring together global association executives and meeting suppliers in a collaborative setting to explore innovative meeting design with a focus on regeneration and legacy impact. The event will also incorporate tailored business networking opportunities, using a unique matchmaking technology platform, to connect association meeting planners with meeting suppliers they are considering…
Certified International Convention Specialist (CICS) Course | This course is designed for early and mid-level professionals, or young graduates wanting to gain hands-on knowledge about the industry and become a specialist in the field. No minimum experience required. This 5-day course take place at ICCA Head Office in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. We recommend learners studying…
The AIPC Facility Operations Summit provides an engaging forum for issues and opportunities associated with a new era of growing digitization of the industry and implications this has for centre management. Amongst the areas to be explored will be what’s trending in event logistics, risk and crowd management, security and cybersecurity, changing tech requirements, responding…
Association were recognised for their ‘exceptional achievements’ at the ESAE (European Society of Association Executives) Association Awards, were held in Brussels on June 15th. Mike Morrissey, ESAE President, opened the ceremony and attendees were greeted by a special video message from Roberta Metsola, president of the European Parliament. From Association Meetings International…
In a white paper exploring event legacy, recently published by The Hague & Partners Convention Bureau, it was revealed that choice of legacy and its subsequent measurement can be a challenging task for associations and not-for-profit organisations looking to leave a positive impact on society. From Event Industry News…
From ESAE: We were honored to receive a special video greeting from none other than Roberta Metsola, the President of the European Parliament. In her message, she emphasized the indispensable role of European Associations in enriching the EU civil society and positively impacting the lives of citizens. It is a true testament to the dedication,…
At IMEX you can enjoy expert education, explore the latest event trends and experience your most productive days of the year. Whether you’re an events newbie or a pro (or anything in between), IMEX 2024 is exactly where you need to be. And as an added bonus – attendance is completely free.
IMEX is where the global business events community comes together for four exhilarating days every year. Where more than 3,800 meeting planners meet with 2,900 suppliers from every corner of the globe. This is where powerful business connections that offer real ROI are made. Where you can enjoy expert education, explore the latest event trends…
There were more than a million conferences and events in the UK in 2022 – more than double the amount in 2021 – as the UK sector bounced back from Covid-19, according to the latest research. The ‘UK Conference and Meeting Survey 2023’ has quantified the scale of the recovery… From M&IT…
Reset Connect London is the UK’s largest sustainability ecosystem and green investment event, and the flagship event of London Climate Action Week, bridging the gap between sustainability change-makers, business leaders, government and funding. This disruptive event provides present & future net-zero business solutions and the financing to implement them.
I have been so fortunate to enjoy a varied and exciting career within the tourism and business events industries. I have experienced the transformational change these industries continue to facilitate in bettering our country, made life-long friends with other like-minded people, and continue to be part of the change that is helping to create a…
Glasgow’s conference business is on track to make a full recovery by 2026, according to the head of the city’s convention bureau. Aileen Crawford said the ‘trajectory was very positive’ and that forward bookings suggested 2026 could surpass the peak set in 2018-2019, when the city hosted 160,000 delegates at 530 conferences. From AMI…
Global event organiser Hyve has announced the completion of its acquisition by funds advised by Providence Equity Partners L.L.C. and Searchlight Capital Partners. “This marks a significant milestone for Hyve, providing strategic support and positioning the company for accelerated growth,” a statement from the company said. By Paul Colston, from Exhibition World…
The whine of power tools and the percussive clang of hammers rang out in Hall 8 of Frankfurt Messe, as hundreds of workers worked against and around the clock, busily erecting stands, in preparation for the first day of IMEX Frankfurt 2023. But just a few hundred metres away at KAP Europa… From Boardroom Magazine…
From Look Ahead Consulting, this episode of Look Ahead with Anna is dedicated to the behind-the-scenes outcomes of IMEX Frankfurt 2023 for those watching this amazing event unfold from afar. Here are Iceberg Ambassador Anna Look’s top picks, including the good, unique and controversial…
Celebrating 25 Years of Meet Cambridge with a community gathering entitled ‘Events: Matters Arising’, the organisation’s head, Judith Sloane, combines with TBOE’s Martin Fullard to illustrate a new mindset anchored in the pursuit of policy support for both the city and the UK Government’s social and sectoral priorities. The UK’s crucible of knowledge is blessed…
“Nobody is thinking anymore abut business events as some sort of sub-set of tourism”, said world-renown urbanist Prof. Greg Clark CBE FAcSS of The Business of Cities at last week’s IMEX Policy Forum in Frankfurt. Instead, he believes, “business events are the perfect tool to stimulate a high value economy and to solve our social…
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