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New Podcast Episode! AIPC is thrilled to release the third episode of Voices of Venues Around the World (VoVatW)—our podcast celebrating the stories, challenges, and innovations shaping the global events industry. In this episode, we sit down with Laura Le Gal as she shares her inspiring journey into sustainability in event management. From her early career in hospitality to becoming a sustainability leader, Laura reflects on: 💡 The challenges of promoting eco-friendly event practices 🌱 Aligning personal beliefs with professional actions 👩💼 Navigating a male-dominated industry as a young woman 🤝 The role of patience, empathy, and understanding in driving change At the SwissTech Convention Center, Laura has successfully led initiatives like a mobility project to reduce carbon footprints, proving that persistence and collaboration can create real impact. Don’t miss her insights on sustainability, leadership, and the power of collective action in shaping a greener future! 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/d--YZ9FD And stay tuned—new episodes drop monthly with more voices shaping the future of our field! #AIPC #VoicesOfVenues #Sustainability #EventManagement #Podcast #Leadership

🚀 Exciting Announcement! 🚀 AIPC and ABEA are teaming up to bring you the ANZ Academy 2025 in Melbourne, June 16-20 – a valuable opportunity for the Australian and New Zealand business events industry! 🌏 The Academy is designed to transform convention centre management, offering world-class training, hands-on coaching, and networking opportunities that will empower your teams to lead with confidence and innovation. Who should attend: ·      Emerging leaders in Convention Centre’s in ANZ regions ·      Event Suppliers – exhibition builders / audio visual companies 🌟 Stay tuned as we reveal more about the exceptional global speakers, industry experts, and dynamic sessions. REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! This is a great opportunity to invest in your emerging leaders where they have the opportunity to grow their global network and knowledge sharing 🔗 https://lnkd.in/efWhzYpn For any queries please contact Steph Martin – Program Manager, stephanie@revstargroup.com #AIPC #ABEA #ANZAcademy #MelbourneEvents #BusinessEvents #EventProfessionals #ConventionManagement #Innovation

Discover the Future of Events at AIPC Annual Conference 2025! 🌏 This year, we gather in Shenzhen, where East meets West, to explore the forces shaping our industry. From deep insights into the Chinese event landscape to a firsthand look at what matters most to our members, we'll dive into the challenges and opportunities defining our path forward. What to expect: - Big conversations on technology and sustainability - Hands-on workshops to elevate customer experience and event design - Strategic insights on go-to-market best practices - Forward-thinking discussions on developing the next generation of industry talent Don't miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders and shape the future of events. Visit our website now to view the full programme and secure your place. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eai3XgFi 🙌 Join us as we shape what's next. #AIPC2025 #MeetTheWorld #SeeTheFuture

Mark your calendars! Join our CEO, Sven Bossu, together with Phil Alongi, Kara Dickerson - Content/Brand Strategy and Colleen Lerro Gallagher for at the upcoming Virtual Roundtable, hosted by OnWrd & UpWrd on March 6th! ⚡ The Big Question for 2025: How do we balance innovation, sustainability, and budget constraints while creating exceptional event experiences? 💡 You'll Discover: - Practical approaches to integrating sustainability without sacrificing quality - Secrets to seamless hybrid experiences that engage both in-person and virtual attendees - Game-changing 4K HDR production techniques reshaping event presentations - Strategic cost management methods that maximize impact 📅 March 6 | 12-1 PM ET | LIVE on LinkedIn 🔗 Secure Your Spot: https://lnkd.in/dcaYimcY #AssociationEvents #EventTrends #HybridEvents #Sustainability #Innovation #Leadership #EventTech #AIPC

Join us April 6-11 for the industry's premier professional development program. You'll learn from top experts, network with global peers, and earn UFI certification credits - all in a focused 6-day experience. 👌 Perfect for: Current convention center managers Professionals moving into center management Industry leaders seeking advanced expertise 💗 What you'll gain: Practical skills in operations, marketing, finance and strategy Valuable industry connections Certificate of Achievement 16 UCP credits toward UFI Certification Location: Dolce La Hulpe, Belgium Ready to advance your career? Register at: www.aipc.org/academy/ #AIPCAcademy #ProfessionalDevelopment #ConventionCentres #EventManagement #Leadership #Networking #CareerGrowth #AIPC

🎉 Great insights from the 2025 UFI Asia-Pacific Conference! Thanks to everyone who joined our CEO, Sven Bossu, for his discussion on The Challenge of Last-Minute Bookings. We explored how significant this issue truly is, the different strategies venues are adopting to tackle it, and how one convention center has been navigating these shifts. Looking forward to implementing these insights and continuing the conversation. What strategies is your venue using to handle last-minute bookings? Let us know! ⬇️ #ufiasia Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

What an inspiring and engaging day at AIPC@AIME! From thought-provoking discussions to valuable connections, this first edition was truly a great success. 🙏 A heartfelt THANK YOU to our speakers, attendees, and everyone who contributed to making this event such a meaningful experience. Your expertise, energy, and enthusiasm made this a standout moment at AIME 2025! 📸 Swipe through for some of our favorite moments from the day! 🚀 This is just the beginning! The conversations and connections formed today will continue to shape our industry moving forward. Thank you for being part of this journey—we can’t wait to do it all again! 📢 What was your favorite takeaway from AIPC@AIME? Let us know in the comments! #AIPCAtAIME #AIME25 #EventSuccess #ConventionCenters #FutureofEvents #Innovation #Networking #ThankYou Ross Steele Sven Bossu Gav Parry Samantha Glass Gabriella Alberici Prue Daly Belinda Goh Sarah Markey-Hamm John Burke Adam Mather-Brown Natalie O'Brien AM Peter King Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME)

The Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) and the International Association of Convention Centres (AIPC) are joining forces to bring world-class leadership education to the ANZ region! 🌏✨ The ABEA & AIPC ANZ Academy is a five-day leadership training program designed for convention centre professionals. Launching in June 2025, it will provide expert insights, hands-on learning, and global best practices to drive excellence in venue management. Hosted at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, this will be the first-ever AIPC Academy in Australia. The partnership makes this high-caliber program more accessible to emerging leaders across the region. As Peter King, Chair of ABEA puts it: “It will be the first, but definitely not the last outcome of the partnership between these two great associations.” ➡️ More details and registration: www.aipc.org #BusinessEvents #EventProfs #Leadership #ConventionCentres #AIPC #ABEA

The first edition of AIPC@AIME is today, and we’re gearing up for an incredible line-up of insights, innovation, and networking! Here’s what’s on the agenda: ✅ Welcome & Introduction – Ross Steele, AIPC Board Member 🌍 Global Outlook – Sven Bossu, AIPC 🤖 AI Adoption & Innovation Culture – Gav Parry, CAST - Centre for Arts, Sports and Technology 🌱 Sustainability in Action: A Case Study – Ross Steele, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre ☕ Networking Break 🎯 War for Talent: The FutureForce Project – Samantha Glass & Gabriella Alberici, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) 💡 Big Issue Debate: How Does the “Next-Gen” Convention Center Look? - Prue Daly, New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC), Belinda Goh, Populous, & Sarah Markey-Hamm, ICMS Pty Ltd/IAPCO 🏛️ View from the C-Suite: How Venue CEOs See the Future of Events & Convention Centers - John Burke, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Adam Mather-Brown, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), Natalie O'Brien AM, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, & Peter King, Australian Business Events Association 🔚 Wrap-Up & Formal Closure – Ross Steele, AIPC Board Member 🤝 Networking Event to Close the Day Will we see you there? Let us know in the comments! 🔗 Full agenda & details here: https://lnkd.in/efivvAgk #AIPCAtAIME #AIME2025 #ConventionCenters #EventIndustry #Innovation #Networking #FutureofEvents #AIPC

Inspiring discussions at #AIME25 yesterday where our CEO Sven Bossu joined an exceptional panel exploring "Global Insights and Business Outlook for 2025." Alongside industry leaders Carina Bauer (IMEX Group), Senthil Gopinath (ICCA), and Tim Groot (Grip) they explored how technology, economic shifts, and changing consumer behaviors are reshaping our industry landscape. Looking to continue the conversation? Join us tomorrow at AIPC@AIME where we'll dive deeper into industry developments. 👉 https://lnkd.in/efivvAgk #AIME2025 #ConventionCenters #FutureOfEvents #AI #Sustainability #EventIndustry #BusinessEvents #AIPC