The power and potential of working with ICCA lies in bringing the global meetings industry closer together through collaboration, innovation, and shared impact. Our initiatives are designed to support our members with meaningful, practical opportunities that help businesses, brands, and reputations…
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Within the context of global business events, diversity, equity, and inclusion are key to creating a community where everyone can thrive. DEI is one of ICCA's core values, and as an organisation, we are continually working to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive in everything we do. It's…
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ICCA is strengthening its commitment to sustainability and advocacy with the appointment of Alexander Alles as Senior Director, Advocacy and Sustainability. Alexander will join the ICCA team effective 1 April as part of ICCA's ongoing efforts to advance these two core strategic pillars. Advocacy…
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Sweden does not have a national Convention Bureau. However, national collaboration is strong through the association The Swedish Network of Convention Bureaus (SNCVB), whose aim is to strengthen the country’s meetings and events industry. The association unites 28 convention bureaus across Sweden…
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When Oulu, Finland, was selected as the European Capital of Culture for 2026, the title was not only seen as a cultural milestone but also as a strategic opportunity to strengthen the city’s position as an international meeting destination. For Oulu Convention Bureau, Oulu2026 has become a powerful…
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The ICCA Association Impact Masterclass in Luxembourg will be an exclusive 3-day masterclass for association leaders to enhance skills in creating, executing, and evaluating impactful activities promoting social, economic, and environmental progress. Featuring a programme crafted in collaboration…
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ICCA is committed to helping the global business events industry clarify and demonstrate the societal impact of association conferences. While these events are often viewed primarily as tourism drivers, their true value reaches much farther: They drive sector advancement, foster knowledge exchange…
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IMEX Frankfurt is one of the most important global gatherings for the business events industry, and ICCA will be there with a full week of high-impact meetings, education, intelligence sharing, and community engagement. Prior to and throughout IMEX Frankfurt 2026, ICCA will bring together…
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The second ICCA Association Community Toolkit focuses on Sustainable Performance in Association Events, positioning mental wellbeing as a professional imperative and offering practical guidance to embed resilience into event strategy and team culture. Access is exclusive only for ICCA Members and…
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CALL FOR ABSTRACTS ICCA Congress 2026 – Special Research Stream Emerging Perspectives: Rethinking Value, Legacy, and Knowledge in Convention Tourism and Events Panama City, Panama | 8-11 November 2026 A Unique Moment for Research. A Call to Shape the Future. ICCA is taking research seriously…
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