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The Iceberg | Legacies of business eventsThe Joint Meetings Industry Council presents The Iceberg - Legacies of Business EventsThe Iceberg | Legacies of business events PRESENTS Menu Features News Case Studies Reports & Research Opinions Education Events Publications Newsletters Partners Ambassadors Features Showing Featured Features View all Features Risk, Resilience, and Readiness Published: 27th February 2026 Host Destination: USA Share: Tommy Goodwin, Vice President of Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance, provides a helpful and robust decision-making framework for industry leaders attempting to understand and navigate the fast evolving geopolitical landscape we all are facing. From Exhibition World Magazine… Read More Edinburgh is Funding Its CVB With a Visitor Levy – Will Others Follow Suit? Published: 23rd February 2026 Host Destination: Edinburgh Scotland United Kingdom Share: Scotland’s capital is set to become the first city in the UK to fund its convention bureau through a mandatory tourist tax – or ‘visitor levy’ – in what could herald the start of major changes to how cities across the country attract business events and conference tourism. From M&IT… Read More England’s Secret Weapon for Winning Global Events? Its Brainpower Published: 13th February 2026 Host Destination: England Europe United Kingdom Share: The launch of the MeetEngland Impact Network at Sheffield’s Cutlers’ revealed why intellectual capital is one of England’s biggest advantages on the international business events stage. It was a genuinely significant industry moment — not just another announcement, but the start of something that could reshape England’s global competitiveness. From M&IT… Read More The Feel-Good Factor Nobody Measures in Business Events Published: 12th February 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Dr Emma Delaney from the University of Surrey explains how the “psychic income paradigm”, a concept well established in sports events, offers a credible way to capture the overlooked social and emotional value that is delivered by business events. From Centre for Events & Festivals… Read More Three Steps to Breaking Down Place Marketing Silos Published: 10th February 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Traditionally, tourism and economic development were treated as two distinct functions, but this model has evolved over recent decades, as destinations recognise that these are two sides of the same coin. Visitors, investors, talent and residents are responding to the same fundamentals: quality of life, connectivity, innovation, culture, sustainability, and opportunity. From City Nation Place… Read More Lancaster: Has US Reached Cliff Edge? Published: 30th January 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: In this episode of The Meeting Room podcast, James Lancaster, Editorial Director at Northstar Meetings Group, and Iceberg Ambassador, discusses the latest implications of Trump travel policies suggesting a silent revolution on the part of event organisers and international visitors is well underway… Read More Business Events Unlock Policy Agendas Published: 28th January 2026 Share: Iceberg Ambassadors Melissa Riley and Kai Hattendorf, along with Rodney Cox argue the case for business events as a strategy for accelerated destination development, place leadership, capacity building, and the realisation of broader policy agendas. “Where’s the message,” asks Cox, “to government that if you want to fast-track your city to [becoming] a hub of… Read More A New Strategy: How Do We Make Our Citizens Healthier and Happy? Published: 28th January 2026 Host Destination: Europe Scotland United Kingdom Share: VisitScotland’s Rory Archibald outlines the ambitious thinking behind Scotland’s new business events strategy: deep conversations with association clients to understand what knowledge is being generated and exchanged, long-term data-gathering plan, fast and flexible integration of past mistakes, strong alignment with policy goals for Scotland and its aspirations for citizens’ wellbeing. Read More Industry Leaders Set Out Advocacy Agenda During IBTM World Published: 28th January 2026 Host Destination: Barcelona Europe Spain Share: Industry leaders gathered in Barcelona during 2025 IBTM World to address key advocacy issues facing the industry, and to identify what collective actions could be taken at high-level and what work needs to be done at the local level where business event impacts are most visible and relevant to policymakers and other place leaders. Read More Singapore is a Hub Where Talent, Innovation, and Capital Convene Published: 22nd January 2026 Host Destination: Asia Pacific Singapore Share: Where some destinations see only a glamorous sporting event, Singapore leveraged the most recent edition of its Formula 1 race to host and in some cases to originate and organise 25 strategic international business events. Carrie Kwik, Executive Director, Conventions, Meetings & Incentive Travel, Singapore Exhibition & Convention BureauTM (SECB), explains how Singapore’s advantages as… Read More ESAE Predicts a Less Transactional Future for Association Meeting Strategies Published: 19th January 2026 Host Destination: Barcelona Europe Spain Share: For the fourth year in a row, ESAE (European Society of Association Executives) curated and organised IBTM World’s Association Leadership Forum in Barcelona last November. International and European association leaders explored ways to design their meetings strategy in a less transactional way, and instead to use these events to drive forward the Mission and Vision… Read More Washington’s Velvet Rope of Influence Published: 8th January 2026 Host Destination: USA Washington DC Share: Gathering Point’s David Adler explains how media-hosted events became the most lucrative — and least examined — marketplace for public advocacy. And what is true for the USA will almost certainly be the case in other arenas of policymaking influence, from the EU to Asia-Pacific. Read More News Showing Featured News View all News Middle East Crisis Threatens Abu Dhabi Attractions Expo Published: 5th March 2026 Host Destination: Middle East Share: Regional instability is rippling across the global events industry, forcing organizers to make high-stakes calls with little certainty. Airspace shutdowns and safety advisories are prompting cancellations and postponements across the Gulf and casting doubt over upcoming trade shows, including IAAPA Expo Middle East, scheduled for 31 Mar–02 Apr in Abu Dhabi. From Skift Meetings… Read More First Major Event Cancellations Announced as Gulf Crisis Deepens Published: 2nd March 2026 Host Destination: Abu Dhabi Bahrain Doha Dubai Iran Middle East Qatar Saudi Arabia UAE Share: Iran’s retaliatory missile strikes across the Gulf have triggered widespread business disruption leading to airport closures, a halt in port operations and major event cancellations. Emirates and Qatar Airways suspended all flights following major Middle East airspace closures, grounding two of the world’s largest global transit hubs in Dubai and Doha. From Exhibition World… Read More Middle East Conflict Shakes Global Business Events Published: 2nd March 2026 Host Destination: Asia Iran Share: As US-Iran strikes escalate, business events across the Middle East are facing postponements, rerouted delegations, and operational disruption. The fallout is reverberating far beyond the region. President Donald Trump has indicated that the Iran strikes could continue for four to five weeks, signaling ongoing impacts for the business events sector. From Skift Meetings… Read More New Council Officers Elected and President-Elect Confirmed at IAPCO AM&GA in Athens Published: 2nd March 2026 Host Destination: Athens Greece Share: IAPCO has announced the election of new Council Officers and the confirmed the new President-Elect as Jason Yeh at the conclusion of its 2026 Annual Meeting and General Assembly in Athens. Yeh, CEO of GIS Group, Taiwan, will serve for a one-year term as president-elect, before becoming president at the AM&GA in 2027. From CMW… Read More Mexico Unrest Continues to Ripple Through Events Industry Published: 27th February 2026 Host Destination: Latin America Mexico Share: Following the killing of a major cartel leader on February 22, the US Embassy and Consulates in Mexico issued a shelter-in-place order for Puerto Vallarta, Punta Mita, and Riviera Nayarit, triggering security concerns and widespread travel disruptions. The advisory has since been lifted, but repercussions are being felt across the events industry. From Skift Meetings… Read More Sarawak Builds National Momentum Following Record-Breaking Business Events Performance Published: 26th February 2026 Host Destination: Asia Pacific Malaysia Sarawak Share: Riding on its strongest performance to date, Business Events Sarawak is leading a nationwide conversation to strengthen Malaysia’s business events ecosystem through a legacy-focused approach aligned with national development priorities, uniting government agencies, associations, academia, industry leaders and media across Kuching, Sibu, Miri, Bintulu, Kuala Lumpur and Penang. From Meetings International… Read More Ottawa Tourism and Invest Ottawa Strengthen Partnership to Attract Major International Events Published: 26th February 2026 Host Destination: Canada Ontario Ottawa Share: Ottawa Tourism and Invest Ottawa highlight their growing partnership to attract high-value international conferences and events, supported by the Think Ottawa program and Destination Canada’s International Convention Attraction Fund. With Ottawa’s strengths across aerospace, defence and security, cybersecurity and AI, the destination team is building a future pipeline of business events aligned with these sectors. Read More Proposed US Entry Requirements Could Wreak Havoc on Meetings and Events Published: 23rd February 2026 Host Destination: USA Share: Industry leaders warn that new screening requirements for travelers to the US from countries in the Visa Waiver Program could mean higher costs, lost business, and meetings moving to other countries. Event planners remain hopeful that changes applying to business travelers will either be dialed back or get caught up in red tape. From Skift… Read More Olympics Fuel Optimism as Top European Event Agencies Eye Strong 2026 Published: 20th February 2026 Host Destination: Europe Share: As the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics approach the final stretch, they are not just inspiring a world of aspiring athletes; they are also a key driver of revenue and a factor lifting projections for European event agencies. Executives at four major European event agencies told Skift Meetings they’re planning for a strong year ahead… Read More Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance Issues Statement on US Supreme Court Tariff Decision Published: 20th February 2026 Host Destination: USA Share: Following the ruling by the US Supreme Court that tariffs introduced under the auspices of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act are unconstitutional, the Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance described the decision as “welcome news for the business and professional events industry” which has faced mounting costs and prolonged uncertainty as a result of the tariffs. Read More Leading Europe’s Visitor Economy: Reputation, Community Trust & Global Competitiveness Published: 19th February 2026 Host Destination: Barcelona Europe Spain Share: European city destination leaders gathered in Barcelona in February for the 19th CityDNA CEO Meeting. Hosting the meeting in Barcelona was symbolic – few cities have more visibly navigated the political, social and structural pressures surrounding urban tourism. European destination CEOs addressed a central reality: the role of the Destination Management Organisation has fundamentally evolved. Read More Destinations International Celebrates Second Annual “Destination Professionals Day” Published: 19th February 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Timed to recognise the founding of the world’s first destination organisation on February 19, 1896, in Detroit, Michigan, this worldwide advocacy event recognises the leaders and organisations that drive tourism, economic growth and community vitality. Greetings by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and state Governors of Illinois and Wyoming were amongst many messages of support. Read More Case Studies Showing Featured Case Studies View all Case Studies UFI Best Practices Archive | Worldwide Trade Show Case Studies Published: 10th February 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Browse all the 2025 UFI Award Winners to understand how the world’s most innovative trade shows are evolving and adapting in order to thrive in the current challenging business environment. The UFI Awards recognise outstanding achievements and best practices in the global exhibition industry. Open to organisers, venue operators, and service providers worldwide, the programme… Read More BCEC Partners with Life Sciences Queensland to Launch Bursary for Next-Gen Bio Innovation Leaders Published: 9th February 2026 Host Destination: Australia Brisbane Queensland Share: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has announced a new 30th Birthday initiative in partnership with Life Sciences Queensland (LSQ) to support Queensland and Australia’s research and commercial uptake in across health, biomedical and agritech bio-innovation. LSQ is the Queensland peak body for medical and agricultural science and investment attraction in one of Australia’s fastest… Read More One Year on from the Launch of Regenerative Visitor Economy Framework Published: 17th December 2025 Host Destination: England Europe United Kingdom Share: It’s been a year since Destination North East England launched the first-of-its-kind Regenerative Visitor Economy Framework, developed in partnership with the Global Destination Sustainability Movement. Check out progress and the toolkit used to achieve a wide range of positive outcomes, relating to both business events and general tourism. Stories from North East England: Travel that… Read More How Citizen Engagement Strengthens a Nation Brand: The Essential Costa Rica Story Published: 9th December 2025 Host Destination: Americas Costa Rica Share: In the case of events, the nation brand comes to life as a collective experience open to all. From community festivals to international forums, every event using the essential COSTA RICA logo becomes a space where national values are lived and shared. Between January and September 2025, more than 135 events across the country were… Read More The Power of Long-Term Support: CIDAE in Brussels Published: 9th December 2025 Host Destination: Belgium Brussels Europe Share: When dentist Alain Perceval launched the first CIDAE congress in 2009, he wasn’t trying to build a legacy. He simply wanted to fill a gap – a space for clinicians passionate about adhesive and aesthetic dentistry to learn from the very best, in an atmosphere that valued science as much as human connection. Yet sixteen… Read More How BESydney Helped Bring the 5th World Conference of Women’s Shelters to Sydney Published: 4th December 2025 Share: From Boardroom: The decision to bring the 5th World Conference of Women’s Shelters (5WCWS) to Sydney in 2025 was never simply about logistics. For Karen Bentley, CEO of WESNET, Australia’s national peak body for domestic and family violence services, it was a chance to deliver real, lasting change for women and communities across Australia and… Read More Reports & Research Showing Featured Reports & Research View all Reports & Research Exhibition Industry Re-Evaluates Global Markets With Multidimensional Framework Published: 3rd March 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Skift Meetings summarises the key findings of JWC’s annual Global Performance Review of the worldwide trade show and exhibition sector, including the consultancy’s first country-level ranking. China and US lead the way, but perhaps surprisingly, France appears at number three ahead of Germany. Read More Business Events Deliver Big for NZ Economy, New Research Shows Published: 16th February 2026 Host Destination: New Zealand Share: From Meeting Newz: Research released at the newly opened New Zealand International Convention Centre highlights the significant contribution that multi-day conferences and business events make to New Zealand. The report, resulting from a 12-month study in conjunction with Business Events Industry Aotearoa, showed that in 2025, the sector delivered $925M in economic and productivity contributions. Read More Impact of the Visitor Economy on Canadian Exports Published: 5th February 2026 Host Destination: Canada Share: The visitor economy plays a critical role in Canada’s broader economic and trade performance. The Impact of the Visitor Economy on Canadian Exports, commissioned by Destinations International’s Canadian Destination Leadership Council and conducted in partnership with EY-Parthenon, provides new evidence of how inbound travel contributes to export growth and drives Canada’s international competitiveness. Read More UFI Global Exhibition Barometer 36th Edition (January 2026) Published: 3rd February 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: This study is based on a global survey concluded in December 2025. It represents up-to-date information on the status and outlook of the global exhibition industry as well as on 19 specific markets and regions. The Barometer has a truly global reach, with 378 companies participating in this edition from 57 countries and regions. Read More German Convention Bureau Releases Latest ebx.lab Report on Future Evolution of Meetings Published: 19th January 2026 Host Destination: Germany Share: This white paper is a timely contribution to the business events ecosystem. The insight gained from three ebx.lab editions is clear: the challenges facing stakeholders across the business events ecosystem are far more similar than expected, and the most effective solutions emerge where knowledge, data, perspectives, and resources are brought together through genuine collaboration. Read More Association Guide to Subvention: The Practical Edition Published: 16th January 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Event matchmaking platform Conferli has produced this guide for associations to help them maximise the financial and in-kind support they can obtain from host destinations, with advice built on the results of a collaborative research project with #Meet4Impact and the GDS-Movement into the worldwide subvention environment. Read More Opinions Showing Featured Opinions View all Opinions Boardroom Association Podcast: What Associations Are Navigating This Year Published: 5th March 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Naomi Smith explores what events are revealing about association leadership this year in places where strategy becomes visible: association events. Naomi is joined by Ariane Brusselmans, Senior Nonprofit Executive and Director of Conferences at the International AIDS Society, and Professor Peter Van Daele, Secretary General of the International Union of Radio Science. Read More Championing the Real Value of Business Events: Why this Conversation Is So Important Published: 27th February 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Dr Senthil Gopinath, CEO, ICCA, articulates the case for why and how we can change external perceptions of the business events sector amongst audiences beyond our own “bubble”. He argues the industry must speak with a stronger, unified narrative that highlights business events as drivers of knowledge exchange, innovation, economic growth and long-term societal impact. Read More Words Matter: Why the Language of Sustainability Needs to Mean Something Published: 25th February 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Experienced sustainability practitioner and impact consultant Jessica Vandy takes issue with the inappropriate and reputation-damaging misuse of sustainability terminology such as “regenerative”, a slowly growing trend that she argues is infiltrating event websites, venue brochures and destination marketing. Credibility and trust are essential attributes, and sloppy use of language is putting these at risk. Read More China’s Welcome Mat Can Boost Events Published: 24th February 2026 Host Destination: China Share: Roy Ying says Hong Kong and cities across Greater Bay will reap benefits after visits by UK and Canadian leaders to Beijing. High-level diplomacy resulted in extending visa-free travel, leading to opportunities for MICE organisers, and marking the latest milestone in a sweeping national strategy to open China’s doors wider to the world. From MIX… Read More One Event, Two Worlds: Bridging the Industry-Academy Gap to Deliver Better Events Published: 24th February 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: The event industry does not lack expertise; it lacks a system that turns thousands of successfully delivered events, research, and thought leadership into accumulated professional knowledge that helps us continually improve how events are planned, delivered, and evaluated. Prof Mike Duignan sets out a pragmatic framework to solve this fundamental challenge. Read More ICCA’s Return to Africa Raises Inclusion Questions Ahead of 2027 Kigali Congress Published: 12th February 2026 Host Destination: Africa Kigali Rwanda Share: Skift Meetings’ Executive Editor Andrea Doyle argues that as global associations expand into fast-growing destinations, inclusion and human rights are becoming as critical as infrastructure and airlift. ICCA’s choice of Kigali for its 2027 Congress spotlights Rwanda’s rising meetings profile but raises concerns about LGBTQ safety and stigma, prompting calls for proactive inclusion planning. Read More The Synthetic Media Crisis & Events as Critical Bastions of Trust Published: 11th February 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Kai Hattendorf sets out the data that prove we are experiencing an accelerating degradation of digital business environments, and argues that this dramatically revalues the utility of the exhibition hall, conference hall and networking spaces: Across the business events industry, we have long argued that trust is built through physical presence… Read More From Bar Tabs to Billions: A Modest Plea for Perspective Published: 5th February 2026 Host Destination: Europe Ireland Share: Soolnua co-founder Padraic Gilligan demonstrates how to effectively counter negative press stories by unapologetically hammering home economic multiplier facts and figures, and illuminating the bigger picture behind the cost and style of doing business in the business events or tourism sectors. From Padraicino… Read More Replace Volume With Veracity: Jack Morton’s 2026 Outlook Report Published: 29th January 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: GatheringPoint’s David Adler takes global experiential agency Jack Morton’s latest annual report as a starting point to explore how factors such as trust, credibility and alignment enable events to become purposeful platforms for the exercise of soft power. Read More The PCO as Event Impact Orchestrator Published: 29th January 2026 Host Destination: Athens Europe Greece Share: IAPCO President Sissi Lignou calls for International healthcare conferences to be designed with the experiences of the end-beneficiaries of the conference theme as the central messaging. The PCO plays a critical role in bringing together all voices – destination representatives, event owners, delegates, speakers – to promote these key messages about impact and value created. Read More The End of X? What the Platform’s Unravelling Means for Event Professionals Published: 28th January 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: From AI abuse scandals to collapsing trust, X is no longer just “controversial” – it may be fundamentally broken. And that matters for meetings, events and destination marketers. With the use of the Grok AI tool to manipulate images by removing clothing, the demise of X as a credible social media platform feels complete. Read More Seven Event Industry Challenges to Define 2026? Published: 26th January 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: Kai Hattendorf draws together strands from multiple sources in an attempt to isolate the seven most important issues facing our sector in the coming year. In an era of accelerating change and unpredictable complexity, this is a call for observation of what’s happening, serious debate and contemplation of multiple perspectives, and for flexible, mission-focused leadership. Read More Education Showing Featured Education View all Education 17 March 2026 IAPCO EDGE Seminar, Auckland, New Zealand Event Date: 17th March 2026 to 19th March 2026 Host Destination: Auckland New Zealand Share: Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of IAPCO EDGE Seminars from where it all began, Auckland New Zealand. This event is open to IAPCO members and all other meeting professionals in the APAC region. Register your interest to attend now in order to avoid missing the limited spots available. Brought to you by: Read More 12 April 2026 AIPC Academy 2026, Brussels, Belgium Event Date: 12th April 2026 to 17th April 2026 Host Destination: Belgium Brussels Europe Share: A targeted, cost effective form of training and development, providing the means to establish industry networks that facilitate future professional growth. Using a diverse international faculty and range of guest presenters, it offers a full curriculum and a comprehensive industry overview with ongoing updates of all key areas of centre management, operations, finances and marketing. Brought to you by: Read More 26 April 2026 Destinations International | Spring CDME Course, Dallas, TX, USA Event Date: 26th April 2026 to 27th April 2026 Host Destination: Dallas Texas USA Share: The CDME program prepares senior executives, who want to advance their careers to blend theory with experience and application of knowledge to help industry leaders thrive in a constantly changing environment. The program focus is on vision, leadership, productivity and implementing business strategies. An approved CDME Application is required prior to registering for courses. Please… Brought to you by: Read More 17 May 2026 AIPC Sales and Marketing Summit 2026, Frankfurt, Germany Event Date: 17th May 2026 Host Destination: Europe Frankfurt Germany Share: Participants gain insights into current issues, industry trends, and key customer perspectives, setting the stage for intense competition on the IMEX show floor. The Summit creates a global forum to assess key market challenges and develop innovative strategies, bringing together over 50 senior-level convention centre executives, client representatives, and marketing specialists. Brought to you by: Read More 18 May 2026 Specialist Education @ IMEX Frankfurt 2026, Germany Event Date: 18th May 2026 Host Destination: Europe Frankfurt Germany Share: At IMEX, the free professional education program includes 150+ in-depth seminars, hands-on workshops and specialist forums at each show, covering a wide range of industry insights, trends, and best practices. Spark your imagination at groundbreaking keynotes, soak up fresh ideas from experts and innovators, keep up with the latest event tech, polish your professional skills. Brought to you by: Read More 18 July 2026 Destinations International | Summer CDME Course, Portland, OR, USA Event Date: 18th July 2026 to 21st July 2026 Host Destination: Oregon Portland USA Share: The CDME program prepares senior executives, who want to advance their careers to blend theory with experience and application of knowledge to help industry leaders thrive in a constantly changing environment. The program focus is on vision, leadership, productivity and implementing business strategies. An approved CDME Application is required prior to registering for courses. Please… Brought to you by: Read More 24 August 2026 40th CityDNA Summer School 2026, Dijon, France Event Date: 24th August 2026 to 28th August 2026 Host Destination: Dijon Europe France Share: The Summer School provides great insights into the structure and functioning of the Meetings Industry. Our programme, filled with up-to-date and cutting edge examples of European best practice, lays out a comprehensive framework for you to build your expertise in one of the tourism industry’s most lucrative sector. It is perfect for those just starting… Brought to you by: Read More 10 September 2026 21st TourMIS Users’ Workshop & International Seminar 2026, Vienna Event Date: 10th September 2026 to 11th September 2026 Host Destination: Austria Europe Vienna Share: The event is aimed at city, regional, national, and international tourism organisations, as well as universities and companies from the hospitality and tourism industry. It is directed toward managers, academics, as well as consultants and representatives of governments and international organisations dealing with tourism. Participants are invited to register for both days or can choose… Brought to you by: Read More 15 September 2026 IAPCO EDGE Seminar (Advanced) Dubai, UAE Event Date: 15th September 2026 to 17th September 2026 Host Destination: Dubai UAE Share: This event is open to senior meeting professionals and previous EDGE Seminar attendees. It is open to both IAPCO members and non-members. The event website will go live soon but we encourage you to register your interest to attend now in order to avoid missing the limited spots available. Brought to you by: Read More 12 October 2026 Specialist Education @ IMEX America 2026, Las Vegas, NV, USA Event Date: 12th October 2026 Host Destination: Las Vegas Nevada USA Share: At IMEX, the free professional education program includes 150+ in-depth seminars, hands-on workshops and specialist forums at each show, covering a wide range of industry insights, trends, and best practices. Spark your imagination at groundbreaking keynotes, soak up fresh ideas from experts and innovators, keep up with the latest event tech, polish your professional skills. Brought to you by: Read More 17 October 2026 Destinations International | Fall CDME Course, Ottawa, ON, Canada Event Date: 17th October 2026 to 20th October 2026 Host Destination: Canada Ontario Ottawa Share: The CDME program prepares senior executives, who want to advance their careers to blend theory with experience and application of knowledge to help industry leaders thrive in a constantly changing environment. The program focus is on vision, leadership, productivity and implementing business strategies. An approved CDME Application is required prior to registering for courses. Please… Brought to you by: Read More UFI Learning | Programmes, Resources, Communities, Events & Advocacy Published: 6th March 2026 Host Destination: Global Share: UFI Learning is structured as a learning landscape that brings together programmes, events, communities, and resources. This flexible approach aims to provide diverse opportunities to encourage continuous learning for all. Whether it’s an UFI event, a programme, or a research report—every engagement with UFI offers an opportunity to learn. Brought to you by: Read More Events Showing Featured Events View all Events 9 March 2026 SMU International, New York City, NY, USA Event Date: 9th March 2026 to 11th March 2026 Host Destination: New York City New York State USA Share: The elite event for North American meeting and incentive travel buyers who are focused on placing programs around the world. Attendees will learn from industry experts, make invaluable business connections, and experience unforgettable activities at New York City’s iconic landmarks. This unique event is hosted by Northstar Meetings Group’s leading brands – Successful Meetings, Meetings… Brought to you by: Read More 17 March 2026 TEAMS Europe ’26, England, UK Event Date: 17th March 2026 to 19th March 2026 Host Destination: England Sutton Coldfield United Kingdom Share: Produced by Northstar Meetings Group and its flagship SportsTravel media brand, TEAMS Europe brings together the leaders who are shaping the future of sports tourism: Hosted event organisers from international sports federations, professional and semi-professional leagues, mass participation events, youth sports, and esports. Destinations, venues, hoteliers, and industry suppliers eager to grow their share of… Brought to you by: Read More 26 March 2026 ICCA Business Workshop Meetings Management Sector 2026, St. Julian’s, Malta Event Date: 26th March 2026 to 28th March 2026 Host Destination: Europe Italy Malta Share: This event format presents a rare opportunity to have exclusive access to association executives and many touch points during the event that allow forming strong relationships not only on a professional but also on a personal level – so important in today’s world. Not knowing each other at the beginning but being almost friends after… Brought to you by: Read More 30 March 2026 Destinations International | CEO Summit, Newport Beach, CA, USA Event Date: 30th March 2026 to 1st April 2026 Host Destination: California Newport Beach USA Share: Enjoy and learn from inspirational conversations with your peers. Share your experiences and concerns in a setting of openness and trust. You will be provoked, prodded and challenged to explore the most pressing leadership and industry issues through remarkable keynotes, hot topic presentations, break-out sessions, and panel discussions. Brought to you by: Read More 12 April 2026 PCMA Convening APAC 2026, Singapore Event Date: 12th April 2026 to 14th April 2026 Host Destination: Asia Pacific Singapore Share: Convening APAC is where multi-generational senior business event leaders and next generation professionals converge. Together, they shape the future of our industry and profession. Designed for corporate event marketing professionals, association meeting professionals, event owners, event managers, and business events leaders, this flagship event brings together a trusted community from across the region. Brought to you by: Read More 14 April 2026 The Meetings Show Asia Pacific 2026, Singapore Event Date: 14th April 2026 to 15th April 2026 Host Destination: Asia Pacific Singapore Share: Co-located with the inaugural Business Travel Show Asia Pacific, the Meetings Show Asia Pacific returns to Singapore on 14-15 April 2026, at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands Singapore. Together, the two powerhouse events will create the largest gather of group travel professionals ever seen in the Asia Pacific region, drawing unprecedented… Brought to you by: Read More 22 April 2026 CityDNA International Conference & General Assembly 2026, Helsinki, Finland Event Date: 22nd April 2026 to 24th April 2026 Host Destination: Europe Finland Helsinki Share: CityDNA International Conference is the premier platform for destination marketing and management professionals to push beyond traditional boundaries and embrace a future built on sustainability, digital transformation, and cross-sector collaboration. With a diverse range of expert-led sessions, this conference offers the opportunity to learn from the best and network with like-minded professionals. Brought to you by: Read More 27 April 2026 Destinations International | Convention Sales & Services Summit, Dallas, TX, USA Event Date: 27th April 2026 to 29th April 2026 Host Destination: Dallas Texas USA Share: The Convention Sales & Services Summit is a cross-functional gathering of sales and services professionals dedicated to helping clients plan and execute successful meetings and events. Gain strategic insights and leadership skills to drive your teams to success, sharpen your selling techniques and learn from the best in the field, explore cutting-edge trends and innovations… Brought to you by: Read More 17 May 2026 AIPC Sales and Marketing Summit 2026, Frankfurt, Germany Event Date: 17th May 2026 Host Destination: Europe Frankfurt Germany Share: Participants gain insights into current issues, industry trends, and key customer perspectives, setting the stage for intense competition on the IMEX show floor. The Summit creates a global forum to assess key market challenges and develop innovative strategies, bringing together over 50 senior-level convention centre executives, client representatives, and marketing specialists. Brought to you by: Read More 18 May 2026 ICCA Plenary @ IMEX Frankfurt 2026, Germany Event Date: 18th May 2026 Host Destination: Europe Frankfurt Germany Share: ICCA will be present at IMEX in Frankfurt, the largest tradeshow in Europe for the meetings and event industry. With the Global Advocacy Alliance, ICCA aims to equip attendees with practical knowledge and tools to effectively advocate for the event sector’s interests, ultimately contributing to its growth and recognition. Brought to you by: Read More 19 May 2026 IMEX Frankfurt 2026, Germany Event Date: 19th May 2026 to 21st May 2026 Host Destination: Europe Frankfurt Germany Share: IMEX Frankfurt is where the global meetings, events and incentive travel industry comes together annually for the largest trade show of its kind in Europe. Where 4,500-plus global meeting planners connect with 3,100 suppliers from across the world, building powerful working relationships—to create better events, meetings and experiences. Brought to you by: Read More 17 November 2026 IBTM World 2026, Barcelona, Spain Event Date: 17th November 2026 to 19th November 2026 Host Destination: Barcelona Europe Spain Share: Step into the global hub of the events community. IBTM World is where connections spark ideas, collaborations fuel transformation, and the business events industry shapes what’s next. Three days in Barcelona to meet, share, learn — and move the world forward. Meet 2,500 destinations, hotels, event tech providers, and suppliers from 150+ countries… Brought to you by: Read More Ambassadors Showing Featured Ambassadors View all Ambassadors Eva Klinger Director Sales & Marketing Guest Events, Messe Frankfurt Host Destination: EMEA Europe Frankfurt Germany Connect: Website: View website Eva started her career in the travel industry working as a Manager/Director for Thomas Cook and American Express Business Travel. After 6 years abroad in Ghana and Malta as an expatriate and family time she started working for Messe Frankfurt visitor services in 2006. After different roles and accompanying various projects within the visitor service… Read More Greg Newton Executive Vice President, Conventions, Events & General Manager – BMO Centre, Calgary Exhibition and Stampede Limited Host Destination: Alberta Calgary Canada Connect: Website: View website Born in Toronto, Canada, Greg has divided his life between living in Calgary, Toronto and Ottawa. More than 25 years in the hospitality industry, Greg has spent time in Management of a high-end independent mountain resort property (The Rimrock Resort), Hyatt Hotels and the Intercontinental group before moving over to convention centres. Greg had the… Read More Sarah Fleming Founder / Managing Director, SFA Connect Host Destination: Cheshire England Europe United Kingdom Connect: Website: View website Managing Director and owner of SFA Connect (trading name for Sarah Fleming Associates Ltd), Sarah has over 25 years’ experience in the Meetings Industry.  She was a board director of a leading UK PCO for ten years where she handled numerous large, high-profile events all over the world. Through this work she gained an in-depth… Read More Adem Braco Suljic Founder & CEO, MICEBOOST Consulting Host Destination: Croatia Europe Zagreb Connect: Website: View website After spending his first 20 years in the international MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) industry in various executive roles — including meetings organisation, management, MICE technology, as well as planning infrastructure projects — Adem, commonly known as Braco within the industry, sought to contribute his extensive knowledge and experience on a broader scale. Since… Read More Jane Cunningham Managing Director, Cunningham Consulting AB Host Destination: Europe Stockholm Sweden Connect: Jane loves life in the Nordics and the spirit of Scotland. Her expertise is based on 20 years of experience across the global meetings industry. Over this time she has been fortunate to have gained wonderful experience and friends from working for some great hotels, a convention centre, a destination marketing organisation, a PCO, and… Read More Matt Pearce CEO, Talk2 Media & Events Host Destination: Australia Melbourne Victoria Connect: Website: View website Matt is the CEO and co-founder of Talk2 Media & Events. Talk2 ME owns and runs a variety of trade and consumer exhibitions throughout Australia. Every year Talk2 ME works with some of Australia’s best brands as partners on exhibitions that attract almost 200,000 highly engaged visitors through their doors. Talk2 Media & Events was… Read More Barbara Jamison-Woods President, City Destinations Alliance Host Destination: England London United Kingdom Connect: Website: View website Barbara Jamison Heads up the European Business Team at London & Partners (London Convention Bureau), the Mayor’s official promotional agency for London. Barbara’s experience in the industry has covered every aspect of tourism in Global markets… youth and educational tourism, tour operating, Destination and Event Management, Major Events including the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic… Read More Martin Boyle CEO, IAPCO Host Destination: Europe United Kingdom Connect: Website: View website Martin has a wealth of experience and a strategic vision that has been shaped over decades of working across a number of countries in the business and professional events and meetings industry. After university and a successful run as a restauranteur, he launched a corporate event management start-up in Canada in the late 1990s. At… Read More Natasha Richards Director of Impact & Industry Relations, IMEX Group Host Destination: England Europe Hove United Kingdom Connect: Website: View website As Director of Impact & Industry Relations, Natasha leads a dedicated business unit overseeing our industry partnerships, advocacy and advancement and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy. This includes initiatives and charitable endeavours that the IMEX Group either drives or supports. Recognising the collective impact IMEX makes and that lies at the very heart of… Read More James Lancaster Editorial Director, Northstar Meetings Group Host Destination: Beaminster England Europe United Kingdom Connect: Website: View website James Lancaster is the editor of AMI Magazine, amimagazine.global and Intellectual Capitals, part of the CAT Media portfolio owned by Northstar Travel Group. James gained his experience as a journalist in various reporting and editing roles on business magazines after starting his career as reporter on a newspaper in the UK. He joined CAT Media… Read More Karina Soraya Lance Associate Vice President, Dubai Business Events, & Executive Board Member, Dubai Association Centre Host Destination: Dubai UAE Connect: Website: View website European, Asian or Arab? …One always wonder where Ms. Karina Soraya Lance is from when meeting her for the first time, as her adaptability to any environment always triggers curiosity. With a master in International Relations and Asia Pacific Studies, Karina was one of the few students who started learning Mandarin Chinese in the late… Read More Chris Skeith OBE Managing Director & CEO, UFI Host Destination: Europe United Kingdom Connect: Website: View website Chris Skeith has served in the exhibition industry for over 30 years, and is Managing Director & CEO of UFI, The Global Association for the Exhibition Industry, which represents over 900 organisations in over 90 countries who build, maintain, and support the world’s market places: trade show organisers, venue owners and operators, service providers, and… Read More Publications Showing Featured Publications View all Publications Exhibition World | Issue 1 – February / March 2026 Published: 27th February 2026 Share: Read More HQ | The Association Magazine | Issue #123 Published: 27th January 2026 Share: Read More Conference & Meetings World | Issue 140 Published: 8th January 2026 Share: Read More PCMA Convene Magazine | December 2025 Published: 31st December 2025 Share: Read More Exhibition World | Issue 6 – Dec 2025 / Jan 2026 Published: 31st December 2025 Share: Read More IAPCO | The PCO | Issue 121 Published: 29th December 2025 Share: Read More Conference & Meetings World | Issue 139 Published: 21st November 2025 Share: Read More IAPCO | The PCO | Issue 120 Published: 14th November 2025 Share: Read More Meetings International | Issue 36 Published: 11th November 2025 Share: Read More M&C Asia | October – December 2025 Published: 5th November 2025 Host Destination: Asia Share: Read More Boardroom | 2025 Volume 4 Published: 3rd November 2025 Share: Read More PCMA Convene Magazine | October 2025 Published: 16th October 2025 Share: Read More Newsletters Showing Featured Newsletters View all Newsletters Business Events World – Issue 125 Published: 29th January 2026 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 124 Published: 27th November 2025 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 123 Published: 16th October 2025 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 122 Published: 27th August 2025 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 121 Published: 30th June 2025 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 120 Published: 16th May 2025 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 119 Published: 31st March 2025 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 118 Published: 6th February 2025 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 117 Published: 19th December 2024 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 116 Published: 23rd August 2024 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 115 Published: 3rd July 2024 Share: Read More Business Events World – Issue 114 Published: 9th May 2024 Share: Read More Recommended Reading Showing Featured Recommended Reading View all Recommended Reading PCMA Newsletters Published: 29th January 2026 Category: Media & Publications, News, Opinions, Research, Training & Professional Development Share: PCMA offers a range of newsletters, so you can tailor your subscription(s) to match your interests. Get daily industry headlines with News Junkie; weekly inspiration from Convene magazine via ThisWeek at Convene; and career guidance in The Raise. Stay informed with PCMA Institute updates, or connect regionally through APAC Exchange, EMEA Connect, and LATAM CONECTA. Brought to you by: Read More Thoughts & Observations on Business Events Published: 2nd November 2025 Category: News, Opinions Host Destination: Global Share: Thoughts & Observations is a weekly newsletter by Kai Hattendorf. It shares updates, reflections, and analyses on the business events and exhibitions industry, covering topics ranging from market trends to industry practices and emerging developments. Each edition provides a concise summary of recent news, data, and professional insights relevant to event organizers and stakeholders. Brought to you by: Read More German Convention Bureau (GCB) Mailings Published: 29th January 2026 Category: News, Research Share: Updates for meeting planners & MICE professionals: GCB Mailings provide you with everything you need to know about business events in Germany. Whether it’s their monthly newsletter, invitations to GCB events or information on new research projects. You can subscribe and / or access the Newsletter Archive here. Brought to you by: Read More Skift Newsletters Published: 8th December 2025 Category: News, Research Share: Better understand the business of travel through Skift’s wide range of daily and weekly newsletters. From daily travel news to a deep dive into the events industry, you can tailor your subscription to the information relevant to you. Weekly briefings cover topics such as how AI and tech are changing travel… Brought to you by: Read More Boardroom Newsletter Published: 27th November 2025 Category: News Host Destination: Global Share: Stay informed with the latest association insights and trends by subscribing to regular updates from Boardroom, the global reference point both for the world of associations and within the meetings industry, with articles written by the sector’s most-experienced professionals and a magazine endorsed and supported by the members of its Association Advisory Board. Brought to you by: Read More CEF News and Monthly Digests Published: 26th November 2025 Category: Education, News, Research Host Destination: United Kingdom Share: For an academic perspective on the events sector (as opposed to the usual industry-led approach), make sure you follow the Centre for Events and Festivals. Many of CEF’s professors are attempting to evaluate events with a much more scientific rigour than is the norm. CEF Insights are short, accessible articles written by industry experts. Brought to you by: Read More MEETING NEWS Published: 3rd November 2025 Category: News Host Destination: Global Share: Northstar Meeting Group’s flagship business events newsletter, with the option to sign up to lots of specialist feeds, including region-specific news, and the latest news of interest to association meeting professionals. Providing meeting planners and suppliers with comprehensive information and original content in the form of articles, magazines, podcasts, and videos. Brought to you by: Read More UFI Info Newsletter Published: 1st November 2025 Category: News Host Destination: Global Share: A monthly update of reports, news, events and insights into the exhibition and trade show sector from UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry – this is where the global community stays connected and informed. Brought to you by: Read More ECA Advocacy Update Published: 24th November 2025 Category: News Host Destination: USA Share: Everything you wanted to know about how US policymaking influences business events, and how to participate in campaigns designed to nudge policy in the right direction. Every other Friday, the ECA Advocacy Update email newsletter shares the latest advocacy news from Washington, DC and beyond on the public policy issues that matter to the industry. Brought to you by: Read More GDS-Movement Monthly Updates Published: 13th November 2025 Category: Education, News, Research Host Destination: Global Share: Receive monthly updates from GDS-Movement, a pioneering, data-driven international change agency that acts to catalyse socio-economic and environmental transformation in cities and regions across the world, empowering tourism and events professionals with the mindsets, skill sets, and toolsets to co-create more regenerative and resilient destinations to visit, meet, and live in. Brought to you by: Read More Boldpush | Events Industry Insights Published: 27th November 2025 Category: Education, News, Research Host Destination: USA Share: No-one covers every area of event tech from AI to Zoom like Julius Solaris! Company updates & product reviews; trends & mega-trends; hard-hitting commentary & informative opinions based on hands-on experience. Join the 35,000+ event professionals who receive the free Boldpush Newsletter every Wednesday – popular with Event Marketers, Event Planners, Agencies, and Suppliers. Brought to you by: Read More GainingINSIGHTS Published: 14th November 2025 Category: Education, Research, Training & Professional Development Host Destination: Global Share: For perspectives from around the world on destination competitiveness in the business and professional events space, check out the regular thought-pieces from the GainingEdge experts, exploring trends, developments and insights in the meetings, conventions, exhibitions and destination-marketing industries, and strategic topics for DMOs, CVBs associations, exhibition & conference venues, and their advisors. Brought to you by: Read More Partner Spotlight Showing Partners View all Partners Boardroom Phone: +32 (0)2 743 47 22 Website: View website Share: Boardroom is the global reference point for the world of associations. 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