Congress by design

🌍 Make your bid a winning one! Thinking of hosting a conference in a new city? The bidding process may be complex, but with Congress by design as your dedicated advisor, each step becomes an exciting opportunity. We partner closely with local partners, connecting your organisation with the host city and it's professional community. By aligning the conference theme with the city's unique strengths, we ensure that your conference brings lasting value, visibility, and impact. 💡 Did you know? Hosting a conference brings benefits for the local economy, a chance to create partnerships, and an opportunity to showcase the city on the world stage. Beyond hands-on support, we’re committed to empowering others in the industry. Recently, Marije Sant shared her expertise in a guest lecture at Breda University of Applied Sciences, offering insights on bidding strategies and best practices Learn more about our bidding support services > https://lnkd.in/dc4grH5k

Sustainability knowledge session with Marije! 🌿 Will you be organising your congress 100% climate neutral by 2030? We will, and we’d love to do it together with you! For us, sustainability and inclusion are no longer a choice, but a necessity for growth and progress. It’s not just about thinking sustainably, but especially about acting sustainably. Would you like to learn how Congress by design approaches this? Then join the knowledge session that Marije will be giving during the Groningen Conventions | Groningen Congres Alliantie Inspiration Day. She will guide you through our sustainability journey and introduce you to our custom-designed sustainability checklist. Check the website if you would like to know more about this session > https://lnkd.in/dqY_7WCN #bydesign #LeadingCongressDesigner

𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓 𝐔𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐍! On October 22, the Groningen Conventions | Groningen Congres Alliantie Inspiration Event 2024 will take place at the Stichting Martinikerk Groningen. It’s the event you don’t want to miss if you’re an event professional. Connect with various companies and organisations active in the conference, meeting, and event industry. Congress by design will also be present. Come by for a chat, and let’s discuss how we can support your next scientific conference. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞: https://lnkd.in/eTBaDT-e Will Erika Pater and Christien Koopstra see you at stand 28? #bydesign #LeadingCongressDesigner

Leave a legacy🌱 A #legacy is what lives on after the congress ends. A lasting impact that benefits the destination, society, and future generations, whether big or small. At Congress by design , we believe that every event should leave something meaningful behind, something that benefits the community and lives on. That’s why we’re committed to supporting multiple legacy projects. One of those projects, from the recent European Society for Vascular Surgery Annual Meeting, was donating the plants used at the congress to the Fundacja IB Polska foundation. This foundation works tirelessly to support individuals facing social exclusion, and we’re happy that these plants have found a new home with them. What was once congress decor now brings warmth, greenery, and a sense of life to a space that truly makes a difference. #bydesign #LeadingCongressDesigner

Yesterday, Christien Koopstra attended the kick-off of the Groningen Inspiratie Event on 22nd October, organised by Groningen Conventions | Groningen Congres Alliantie! It’s set to be a great event with inspiring sessions and plenty of opportunities to network within our industry. Congress by design will be there – will you? Let’s meet! https://lnkd.in/eTBaDT-e #bydesign #LeadingCongressDesigner

Preparation in Denmark for #ESSC2025! Our project manager, Inge Bommezijn, recently had a successful site visit to Aarhus supporting the European Social Network with the organisation of the annual #ESSC conference, where in 2025 we will welcome around 600 participants. A big thank you to Marie Herborg Krogh and her team from Aarhus Municipality for their warm hospitality and perfectly organised program.   Inge was impressed by the beautiful city and its unique venues, each with its own story. Here’s a quick look at some of the highlights: 🏛 𝗔𝗮𝗿𝗵𝘂𝘀 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹 – the grand setting for the welcome reception. 🎶 Musikhuset Aarhus – the main conference venue, with a plenary stage so spacious that we can create a soundproof breakout room right behind the curtain! 🚂 Comwell Hotels Centralværkstedet – a former train repair center where you can still spot pieces of rail at the entrance. ⛵ Aarhus Internationale Sejlsportscenter – located in the harbour's new quarter, this venue is home to Denmark's Olympic sailing team and can be transformed into an exciting event space. Venue hire fees are reinvested into training programs—an incredible initiative with an even more incredible view!   To top it all off, Inge was surprised with a cycle taxi ride back to her hotel, thanks to the lovely Tina, a local volunteer.   Thank you to everyone involved, including Alfonso L., Ríoghnach Hyland, Amalie Svane Abelsen, Lone Snedker Adamsen, Anne Lind Vidkjaer, and the team from the Central Region of Denmark. #bydesign #LeadingCongressDesigner

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗯𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 - 𝗩𝗚𝗙 This week, we were excited to welcome Joyce Wittelaar, CMP to our office for a fantastic session at the Cbd Academy. Joyce kicked the 45-minute presentation off with a fun quiz on VGF - Pre-financing & Guarantee Fund , before diving into its application procedures and how it supports organisers—providing valuable insights for both new and experienced team members. At the Cbd Academy, sharing knowledge is at the heart of what we do. It’s our platform for learning and collaboration, ensuring that our team continues to grow in the ever-evolving world of conferences. We believe in the strength of sharing knowledge to shape a better future. Thank you, Joyce, for the fantastic session! Feeling inspired to share your expertise or are you interested in learning more about the Cbd Academy? We’d love to connect! #bydesign #LeadingCongressDesigner #CbdAcademy

Hooray! 5️⃣ years of .... Marije Sant!🎉 When you joined Congress by design in the summer of 2019, you took on the challenge of finalising SSIEM with great success. Since then, you’ve expertly managed exciting projects like Retina, KPSRL, Single Cell Genomics, DPP, Euromar, and more recently IRC, IUPAC, and EFCLIN. Over the past five years, you’ve managed the pandemic and smoothly transitioned from live to online formats. Since joining GMI Collective in September 2021, your move from project manager to team lead and now account manager has showcased your growth and enthusiasm. Your focus on #meetingdesign and #sustainability fits perfectly with your role. Thank you, Marije, for your dedication and your contribution to the success of Congress by design. We are proud to have you on board. Here’s to the next 5 years! #bydesign #LeadingCongressDesigner

Did you know? 🌍 While over 98% of the population has access to an improved water source, only 93% have access to a safely-managed source and 86% to a piped network. In urban areas, water is typically available once a week and less than once every two weeks in rural areas, with availability dropping even further during the summer. Over a year ago, we partnered with Stichting IRC, International Water and Sanitation Centre to host the #AllSystemsConnect2023 Symposium at the World Forum, The Hague. This event significantly raised awareness and action towards global water, sanitation, and hygiene issues. We successfully accommodated an increase in attendance from 400 to 767 participants, reflecting the growing importance of sustainable systems. The symposium's impact extended beyond the event, fostering growth and connections among systems leaders. We are proud to have played a role in this initiative. Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/eMwCcK4p #bydesign #LeadingCongressDesigner

👉Seamless Abstract Management for conferences | Congress by design Effective #abstractmanagement is essential for the success of #scientific and #medical conferences. At Congress by design , we handle the entire process—submission, review, and publication —online for maximum accuracy and efficiency. Our system also integrates delegate registration, streamlining your planning process. Our platform supports various document types and can accommodate unlimited submissions and reviewers. Real-time updates are visible online and in our conference app. For #EUNOS 2024, our "straightforward and to the point" system managed over 200 abstracts, to their great satisfaction. Good abstract management prevents issues and ensures a smooth experience for all participants. Learn how our expertise can enhance your next conference. Visit our page for more details https://lnkd.in/eAxr5x7X #bydesign #LeadingCongressDesigner