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The ICCA Board gathered in Frankfurt prior to #IMEX24. It was a great opportunity for a strategic get together and to prepare for all the important ICCA news, updates and initiatives we’ll be sharing across the coming days in #Frankfurt. #ICCAatIMEX24 #ICCAWorld #Advocacy

⛵️ The Association Expert Seminar kicked off yesterday in #Frankfurt with a welcome reception. This morning began with an early start at a working breakfast and will continue throughout a very content-heavy day, in which participants will gain insights on how to navigate the complexity and uncertainty of the world. Everyone will gather again tonight for a wonderful networking meal before the programme concludes tomorrow. #ICCAatIMEX24 #ICCAWorld #EventsProfs #Advocacy #Meetings

The Captain of Uncertainty Anja Hartung Sfyrla and the Explorer of the Unknown (me) getting ready to sail and moderate the ICCA sea. The topic is: “How to survive and thrive in radical Uncertainty.” #iccaaes

📢 Calling for university / graduate students and young professionals in the Business Events segment under the age of 30! Daejeon Metropolitan City, co-hosting with ICCA and Korea MICE Association, is delighted to organise the third edition of the Asia Pacific BE Youth Challenge! This competition aims to foster young professionals in the Business Events industry and provide an exclusive opportunity for participants to take centre stage in showcasing innovative and creative ideas. The objective of this challenge is to exercise the ability to adhere to the requirements and criteria outlined in a client's bid document / brief. - This competition is open to all ICCA member and non-member organisations at your respective destinations - Participants will need to enter as a team of two (maximum 2 teams per organization/university) - Challenge A is open for students only and Challenge B is open for young professionals only - Submit proposal with online application form before 10 July 2024, Wednesday Short-listed finalists will be invited to present in front of judges in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. International flights and accommodation will be covered by Daejeon Tourism Organization Winners will get:  - An all-expense paid trip to attend the 63rd ICCA Congress 2024 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates from 20-23 October - A prestigious trophy  - A certificate of recognition - To meet with key leaders in the business events industry with countless networking and educational opportunities Read here for the challenges' guidelines: https://lnkd.in/gqrnSbVh Submit your application form online https://lnkd.in/gz6cw36z For more info, please contact Ms. Sheaufen at Sheaufen.L@iccaworld.org #Daejeon #Korea #KoreaMICEAssociation #ICCA #APYouthChallenge #ICCACongress2024

🎉 Free Entry to Luxembourg Tourism Summit at the ICCASkills Luxembourg Hub! Join us for the CICS Luxembourg Class on 10-14 June at the University of Luxembourg. After our successful joint sessions earlier this year, we are thrilled to continue empowering event professionals with cutting-edge strategies and practices. Why You Should Attend: ✔️ Expand Your Professional Toolkit: Dive into the latest industry strategies with our seasoned instructors, Valentini Amarantidou and Ivo J. Franschitz. ✔️ Network with Industry Leaders and Peers: Connect and share insights with fellow professionals in a dynamic setting. ✔️ Free access to the Luxembourg Tourism Summit 2024 on 13 June: supported by the Business Events Luxembourg - Luxembourg Convention Bureau G.I.E. as part of our programme, where you can gain invaluable insights on sustainability and AI. 🏨 Special rates at Ibis Esch Belval, Luxembourg. ✈️ Enjoy benefits from our Airline Partner SkyTeam Don’t miss out on this unique chance to enhance your skills and network at a premier industry event. Register by 3 June to secure your spot—spaces are limited! 👉 https://lnkd.in/engkpfKc #ICCAWorld #LuxembourgConventionBureau #ICCASkillsLuxembourgHub #EventsProfs #SkillsforSuccess Senthil Gopinath Ksenija Polla, CMP, CICE Lu-Peng Tsai, CICS Ian Thu Lina Ostapchuk Tiziana Caruso

🔦 ICCA Spotlight on Associations is an exciting in-depth look into the people and personalities working in the world of associations. This month, we have asked Iain Bitran (Executive Director at ISPIM - International Society for Professional Innovation Management) from our ICCA Association Community to share their vision, mission, thoughts and feelings about the work they do… and the kind of people they are. Discover more about Iain, ISPIM and why they joined the ICCA Association Community here 👉 https://lnkd.in/egyvfHbM #ICCAAssociationCommunity #ICCAWorld #AssociationEvents

The countdown is on! 🕒 With less than a month left, don't miss your chance to be part of the extraordinary Incredible Impacts Programme, celebrate the innovation and impact of associations worldwide! Submit your application or nominate an association by 3 June to compete for the US $20,000 main prize and the US $5,000 Seed Fund Grant. 🏆Finalists will present their impactful initiative and ground-breaking projects at this year's #ICCACongress in #AbuDhabi. Inspired by the dedication of associations like the Associated Country Women of the World (ACWW), our 2023 Winner, we're on a mission to spotlight those making a real difference. 📢 Calling all changemakers: The deadline is fast approaching! Apply via IncredibleImpacts.com today and let's make history together. #IncredibleImpactsProgramme #ICCAWorld #BestCitiesGlobalAlliance #LegacyInAction #Associations BestCities Global Alliance Lu-Peng Tsai, CICS Ksenija Polla, CMP, CICE Loren Christie Nigel Brown, CICS Senthil Gopinath

🌍 Calling all Association Executives! Join us and Destination Canada Business Events | Événements d'affaires de Destination Canada in shaping a sustainable future for our industry by taking this year’s Sustainability Survey. Last year, 83% of respondents were actively advancing sustainability in event planning—let’s keep the momentum going! 🌱 Click here to complete the survey 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gFJNJmV6 Deadline for completion 📆 3 June 2024 Your insights are crucial. By sharing your experiences, you are helping develop effective strategies that will have a powerful global and local impact. Together, we can make a meaningful difference! #SustainabilityInEvents #ICCAWorld #EventProfs #GreenEvents #DestinationCanada

ICCA and UN Tourism forge historic partnership to elevate global economic relevance of business events. This landmark partnership agreement establishes ICCA as the UN Tourism partner for business events across all UN Tourism platforms and initiatives, highlighting the industry’s significant socio-economic impact worldwide. ICCA recognises the significance of this collaboration, which acknowledges the critical role of business events in driving economic growth and legacy initiatives globally. Together, ICCA and UN Tourism combine extensive expertise and resources. By establishing closer links - and enjoying greater access to each other’s professional networks, a new and distinctive narrative will be created around the potential of greater international collaboration. Read more here 🔗https://lnkd.in/ewg7RECC Senthil Gopinath Ion Vilcu Marta Gomes #ICCAWorld #BusinessEvents #MeetingsIndustry #EventProfs #UNTourism

ICCA and UN Tourism forge historic partnership to elevate global economic relevance of business events. This landmark partnership agreement establishes ICCA as the UN Tourism partner for business events across all UN Tourism platforms and initiatives, highlighting the industry’s significant socio-economic impact worldwide. ICCA recognises the significance of this collaboration, which acknowledges the critical role of business events in driving economic growth and legacy initiatives globally. Together, ICCA and UN Tourism combine extensive expertise and resources. By establishing closer links - and enjoying greater access to each other’s professional networks, a new and distinctive narrative will be created around the potential of greater international collaboration. Read more here 🔗https://lnkd.in/ewg7RECC Senthil Gopinath Ion Vilcu Marta Gomes #ICCAWorld #BusinessEvents #MeetingsIndustry #EventProfs #UNTourism