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UFI LATAM Conference to be held in Monterrey, Mexico in 2024
Annual UFI LATAM Conference to be held 17-19 September in Monterrey. Conference hosted by the Monterrey Convention & Visitors Bureau. UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, will hold its UFI Latin American (LATAM) Conference in Monterrey, Mexico, from 17-19 September 2024. The event will be hosted by the Monterrey Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) [in Spanish: Oficina de Convenciones y Visitantes Monterrey (OCV)] and will take place at Cintermex. UFI has been operating and growing a regional presence in LATAM since 2017, and this will be the second time that the LATAM Conference will be organised in Mexico. The first-ever UFI LATAM Conference was held in Mexico City in 2018, gathering 125 attendees from 15 countries. The UFI LATAM Conference has been an important annual gathering that has grown to become an important event for the region since its launch in 2018. Earlier this year, over 100 industry leaders attended the 2023 LATAM Conference in Costa Rica, and the 2024 conference will build on successful previous editions in Buenos Aires (2022) and Mexico City (2018). “I am really happy to see that the UFI LATAM Conference has become a must-attend event for exhibition industry professionals in Latin America. […]
ICCA and ABEA sign MOU at AIME to propel diversity, sustainability, and talent development sector
The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) and the Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) have signed a memorandum of understanding today at the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) to strengthen their partnership through a commitment to work together on three key issues facing the Australian business events industry. ICCA and ABEA will collectively amplify their core values and positions on three pillars: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI); Legacy and Sustainability; and Talent Development and Retention by the publishing of white papers, access to programmes and information sharing, and developing key opportunities for emerging leaders. Senthil Gopinath, CEO, ICCA, said that the Australian Business Events Association had led the way with its unification of industry bodies, providing a powerful entry point into the Australian sector. “We are delighted to work with the Australian Business Events Association team to take strong, practical, and impactful steps to supporting the success of the Australian industry. “ICCA brings world-class programmes, connections, and experience that we willingly share with our Australian colleagues. This is an exciting partnership, and we look forward to its ensuing success,” said Gopinath. Peter King, Chair, ABEA, said that as the leading voice for business events, this was an opportunity to harness well-renowned international expertise […]
Events Industry Council Announces 2024 Board of Directors
New Board Welcomed as EIC Experiences Significant Membership Growth and Increased Research, Standards and Programming Activity
Generative AI: Forging the Future of Human-Artificial Intelligence Collaboration
At Convening Leaders 2024, speakers delved into the landscape of generative AI, followed by the announcement of a new feature in PCMA and Gevme’s AI Spark. Nina Schick asserted that AI can surpass the Turing test, convincingly mimicking human behaviors with advanced cognition.
World Map of Exhibition Venues 2023 edition by The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI)
capacity is an important element for the exhibition industry and the resulting economic development it generates.
PCMA FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2024
Annual Industry Celebration to be Held April 11 During Business Events Industry Week
ICCA celebrates game-changing 62nd Congress in Bangkok
Across four magical days in Bangkok, the 62nd ICCA Congress (12 – 15 Nov 2023) emerged as a beacon of industry leadership, innovation, and advocacy for the international meetings and events industry.
Panama Chosen as Host for World of Coffee 2026 Announcement
On December 11, 2023, at an inaugural signing at the Panama Convention Center in Panama City, Panama, the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Board Members and Chief Executive Officer, Yannis Apostolopoulos with SCA Board President, Konstantinos Konstantinopoulos, joined a welcoming crowd alongside
Abu Dhabi’s Stunning Bid Wins Host to 63rd ICCA Congress, Promising an Unforgettable Experience
We are pleased to announce that the 63rd ICCA Congress on 20-23 October 2024 will take our members to one the world’s most modern and vibrant capitals, a destination renowned for its hospitality, courtesy, and excellent state-of-the-art facilities: Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.
A Resilient Industry Reassured That Business is back: a moment in time at IMEX America
With almost 15,000 confirmed participants on the show floor at Mandalay Bay, of which over 5,000 were buyers, the success of this year’s IMEX America confirmed the sector has made a fast, robust comeback with growth in all areas, and both short and long-lead business being booked.
ICCASkills establishes a dynamic new European learning hub
ICCA – stronger than ever – is delighted to announce an exciting new partnership with the Luxembourg Convention Bureau, ushering in a new era of professional development within the global business events industry.
Ironman 70.3 Asia-Pacific Championship to take place in Langkawi, Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, 13 September 2023: The region’s leading professional triathletes are set to descend on Langkawi, Malaysia for the 2023 IRONMAN 70.3 Asia-Pacific Championship on Saturday 7 October 2023. Langkawi, a stunning tropical paradise known for its pristine beaches and lush landscapes, will become the epicentre of endurance sports in the Asia-Pacific region as it welcomes the return of IRONMAN Malaysia alongside the IRONMAN 70.3 Asia-Pacific Championship in Langkawi. This event will mark a significant milestone for triathlon in the region as Malaysia plays host to the IRONMAN 70.3 Asia-Pacific Championship for the very first time with the support of Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB). The picturesque Langkawi Island, with its breathtaking vistas and challenging terrain, will provide the perfect backdrop for the event. After a hiatus of several years, Langkawi will once again welcome professional athletes, marking their return to Malaysian shores since 2019. The event has already garnered interest from athletes, with more than 1,200 triathletes already committed, representing a wide spectrum of global talent and enthusiasts eager to take on the challenge. Professional athletes will go head-to-head for a prize purse of USD $75,000, with some of the top triathletes from across the region to take on […]