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14 September 2027

IAPCO EDGE Dubai Advanced

Following ongoing review of the current geopolitical situation, Advanced EDGE Dubai 2026 is to be postponed to 2027. Register your interest to be notified when registration opens for this exclusive educational programme, designed for senior meeting professionals and previous EDGE Seminar attendees. We look forward to welcoming participants for an inspiring learning experience.

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15 February 2027

AIME Knowledge Monday, Melbourne, Australia

The theme for AIME’s 2027 Knowledge Monday program is “AIMEplify: People, Business and Impact” which explores where human connection meets technology. Industry leaders and subject matter experts will share collective wisdom and challenge conventional thinking, giving business events professionals practical insights to take back to their own teams and businesses.

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3 June 2026

16th CityDNA City Cards Expert Meeting, Salzburg, Austria

Our one-and-a-half-day event provides you with a unique opportunity to meet and network with European colleagues managing city cards schemes, to share knowledge and insights to stay ahead of the latest market trends & anticipate customers’ needs, and to grow your business in a sustainable way as well as strengthen your professional expertise.

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19 November 2026

UFI Webinar: Careers in an Evolving Exhibition Industry

What do you wish someone had told you when you were starting out? And what makes a career in exhibitions worth building? Hear from UFI Next Generation Leadership alumni, as they share their personal journeys, the lessons they have learned and their take on what comes next for the industry. Free webinar, open to all!

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22 February 2027

AIPC ANZ Academy in Partnership with ABEA and BEIA, Sydney, Australia

A premier leadership and professional development program tailored to the region, this four-day immersive program will be hosted at the ICC Sydney. It will equip industry professionals with the tools, knowledge, and connections needed to advance excellence in convention centre operations through expert-led sessions, practical exercises, and meaningful peer exchange.

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20 January 2027

IAPCO EDGE, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Three days of learning, collaboration and meaningful industry exchange in the vibrant city of Amsterdam, hosted by Amsterdam Convention Bureau and IAPCO Accredited Member Congress by design, EDGE Amsterdam 2027 will create an inspiring setting for participants to connect with recognised industry leaders and peers from around the world.

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13 May 2026

Destinations International | 2026 Virtual Advocacy Day

A focused, global virtual experience that expands advocacy beyond government relations—bringing together destination leaders, boards, partners, and community stakeholders. Gain practical tools, shared language and clear next steps to strengthen advocacy in your destination. Advocacy is now essential for securing funding and support, aligning stakeholders and communicating impact beyond tourism…

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24 June 2026

The Meetings Show 2026, London, UK

The UK’s leading event for meetings and events professionals, where the industry comes together for two days of fresh ideas, powerful connections, and unmissable opportunities. Exhibitors come from all corners of the globe, with over 80 international destinations represented, and a diverse exhibitor base, including hotels, destinations, destination management companies, conference centres, venues, technology suppliers…

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9 August 2026

CEMA Summit 2026, Ontario, Canada

CEMA Summit is the annual moment that brings the world of event marketing together to compare strategies. We test ideas, we track lessons learned, and we unpack the best practices emerging as the industry evolves. Join event marketers from around the globe for three days of practitioner-led education, global case studies, and candid, future-focused conversation.

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2 July 2026

ICCA Association Impact Masterclass, Luxembourg

Exclusive 3-day masterclass in Luxembourg 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 with #MEET4IMPACT, GainingEdge and Business Events Sarawak as the Seed Fund Contributor.

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29 June 2026

ICCASkills CICE Course June 2026, Luxembourg

Meeting tourism has always been a changing and dynamic industry. The behaviours and the needs of our clients are constantly changing, and our organisations face a much more competitive and demanding market. Learners will: Strengthen key skills to outshine competitors; Reinforce expertise with new strategies and insights; Stay current and competitive in a changing industry.

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23 June 2026

ICCA Webinar: Reimagining How Associations Choose Destinations and Collaborators

A more structured and transparent RFP process empowers associations to compare partners on equal footing, identify the destinations that truly align with their mission, and make more intentional, impact-driven decisions. This session will explore how clearer criteria, phased approaches, and mission alignment can transform RFPs from procurement tools into strategic partnership frameworks.

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18 May 2026

ICCA Business Intelligence Database Training, Frankfurt, Germany

Taking place at IMEX Frankfurt 2026, ICCA Business Intelligence Database Training offers members a quicker, smarter user experience; giving access to data, stats, reports, and analysis to uncover more business opportunities. Key features include: Improved integration, Intuitive modern user interface, Customised meeting search tools, Notification system, Smart recommendation engine.

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17 May 2026

ICCA Association Circle 2026, Frankfurt, Germany

The traditional pre-IMEX Association Expert Seminar has evolved into the Association Circle, designed to elevate and upskill the meetings and association community, strengthening its ability to remain future-proof and resilient. By focusing on complex, strategy-driven topics, the initiative challenges participants to deepen their expertise and advance their knowledge to the next level.

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28 April 2026

ICCA Webinar: Designing Wellbeing: Tools to Support Teams & Events That Thrive

Exploring practical and creative approaches to embedding wellbeing into how teams work together and how events are designed, introducing simple yet powerful tools that help facilitators, leaders, and event planners create environments where people feel safe, engaged, and connected. You’ll gain insights into how intentional design can improve collaboration, reduce stress, and support meaningful participation

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21 April 2026

ICCA Webinar: International Market Brief: The Art of Conversation

Not all booth conversations are created equal. Some lead to qualified opportunities. Others are polite exchanges that go nowhere. We’ll break down the art of strategic conversation at industry events — how to ask the right questions, listen for the signals that matter, and capture intelligence that informs your bid strategy and destination positioning.

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31 March 2026

ICCA Webinar: International Market Brief: The State of Sustainability for International Association

Is sustainability still relevant for international associations? In a shifting global landscape where policy commitments waver and priorities compete, this question has never been more important. We’ll examine the latest findings from ICCA x Destination Canada’s Association sustainability survey to understand where international associations stand now—caught between aspirations and the realities of implementation.

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21 June 2026

Business Events Summit 2026, Fajardo, Puerto Rico

The PCMA Business Events Summit is an advanced, members-only education experience — an immersive, skills‑based summit for business events professionals ready to sharpen their expertise, solve real‑world challenges, and elevate their impact. Formerly edUcon, the Summit has been reimagined as a pinnacle learning environment with longer sessions, hands‑on application, and peer‑driven problem solving.

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26 March 2026

GDS-Movement Webinar | Social Carrying Capacity: Finding the Balance in Destinations

Social carrying capacity is increasingly used to guide sustainable destination management, yet many destinations still struggle to translate the concept into practical, place-specific strategies. Our next Feeling the Pulse webinar explores this through an academic lens with two distinct sessions, each featuring unique content. You’ll get insights from a pilot study in Garda Trentino informed…

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23 March 2026

GDS-Movement Webinar | Social Carrying Capacity: Finding the Balance in Destinations

Social carrying capacity is increasingly used to guide sustainable destination management, yet many destinations still struggle to translate the concept into practical, place-specific strategies. Our next Feeling the Pulse webinar explores this through an academic lens with two distinct sessions, each featuring unique content. You’ll get insights from a pilot study in Garda Trentino informed…

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3 May 2026

PCMA Convening LATAM 2026, Quito, Equador

PCMA CONVENING LATAM is a unique platform in Latin America that drives growth and innovation through a transformative experience, combining PCMA’s global vision with the creativity and passion of Latin event industry professionals to build a unique perspective, truly focused on the challenges of the region. Expand your network in a multi-directional way, build new…

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