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🌍 Increased participation (2 Info-days, >100p. in presence, >200p. online) and interest of Greek and Italian organizations to jointly develop and propose ideas for the benefit of the cross-border area and the affected population are promising a positive expected change in the area! 📅 Friday, 4 Oct 2024, in Bari, in Fierra del Levante, for the Italian Lead Beneficiaries 📅 Tuesday, 15 Oct 2024, online, for the Greek Lead Beneficiaries We provided valuable insights and guidance to organizations interested in submitting project proposals for Stage B of the 1st Call. 🎯 EVENT FOCUS: * How to successfully apply for Interreg Greece-Italy funding * Tips for crafting impactful cross-border project proposals * Highlighting communication for greater Interreg Greece-Italy impact * Key areas of focus: [research & innovation, digitalization, climate resilience, circular economy, nature and biodiversity, education, training & LLL, healthcare, culture & sustainable tourism] High competition between projects - especially in culture & sustainable tourism, circular economy and climate change topics - raised the interest of the participants to create strong, competitive proposals. 🇪🇺🇬🇷🇮🇹 45M. EUR available 🆚 195M. EUR | STAGE B | 126 project proposals 💶 406M. EUR | STAGE A | 264 project proposals 🍀 Best of luck to all participating organisations! #InterregGreeceItaly #Interreg #CrossBorderCooperation - with Gianfranco Gadaleta Ioanna Kalaitzoglou Maristella Mantuano Eva Karagianni

✨ As IMEX week unfolds, explore BE>FUTURE, a 30-month project co-funded by the European Union. Inspired by leading EU convention bureaux from Flanders and Catalunya, BE>FUTURE aims to revolutionise the European Business Events Industry, aligning with European Tourism Transition Pathways and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs). At the core of BE>FUTURE's mission is collaboration and innovation. By partnering with GCB's 'Future of Meeting Space' and embracing the principles of the Global Destination Sustainability Index (GDS-Index), the project ensures Europe's competitiveness in attracting business events while showcasing the sector's societal impact to the EU Commission. Exciting initiatives are underway, including the BE>FUTURE Accelerator Programme, dispensing 80 grants of €30K each for start-up and scale-up ventures. Additionally, local training programmes, white papers, and hackathons offer opportunities for industry players to engage and innovate. If you are at IMEX, join for the latest updates on BE>FUTURE's activities at a Press Conference on Wednesday, 15th May at 15:30 in the Press Centre, Room Symmetrie 2, Hall 8 Level 1. ✨ Learn more about the project here: https://bit.ly/3R5yBgH #EuropeanBusinessEvents #Sustainability #Innovation #IMEX2024 #GDSIndex #Regenration Toerisme Vlaanderen - VISITFLANDERS VISITFLANDERS Convention Bureau Catalunya Convention Bureau Agència Catalana de Turisme / Catalan Tourist Board IMEX BEFuture European Union EU Commission DE

Calling All Destination Leaders! How can subventions could potentially drive sustainability and impact in the events industry?  We’re diving deep into this question with a new research project in collaboration with #MEET4IMPACT and Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement), supported by Sapporo Convention Bureau, MeetEngland and VISITFLANDERS Convention Bureau. We invite convention bureaus and destinations worldwide to participate in our survey and share your insights on how subventions are being used, the challenges you face, and the potential to shape the future of sustainable and impactful conferences. Your input will contribute to a comprehensive whitepaper on best practices and innovative models. Take the survey! It only takes 20 minutes: https://lnkd.in/eN7VTsCH Join the conversation! Tag a colleague or industry partner who should take part or share your thoughts in the comments. We’d greatly appreciate it if you could share this post within your network! More responses will ensure a richer, more accurate, and impactful whitepaper! #Research #Subventions #ImpactfulConferences #EventProfs #destinations

🚀 Destination Leaders – I Need Your Input! 🌍 Subventions have the potential to drive real sustainability and impact in the events industry—but are we using them to their full potential? This is a topic I’m incredibly passionate about. With the right approach, subventions can be more than just financial incentives—they can be powerful tools to create long-term impact, drive sustainability, and reshape the future of association conferences. That’s why we at Conferli, in collaboration with #MEET4IMPACT and Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement) we are launching a global research study to uncover how destinations are using subventions and what challenges still need to be tackled. 📢 I need your voice! If you work at a convention bureau or destination marketing organization, please take 20 minutes to fill out our survey: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eDdf9qBD Your insights will contribute to a comprehensive whitepaper that will help shape more effective, impact-driven subvention models. Tag a colleague, share your perspective in the comments, or help spread the word by sharing this post! The more responses we gather, the stronger our impact will be. Let’s challenge the status quo and build a more sustainable future for conferences. Who’s in? 🚀🌿 ⬇️

Global tourism is experiencing a vigorous resurgence, driving an investment surge in popular destinations. This aligns perfectly with the goals of this year’s #CAETE2024. The China - Africa Economic and Trade Expo in Africa (Kenya) {CAETE} is happening from May 9th to 11th, 2024. The Expo aims to bolster investments and trade between China and Africa by highlighting innovative achievements. This year's exhibition is showcasing a variety of new products, business forms, models, and mechanisms that can fuel this exciting synergy between tourism and investment. #MagicalKenya #CAETE2024

AustCham Shanghai is delighted to invite you to an exclusive breakfast event featuring The Honourable Jeremy Rockliff, Premier of Tasmania, on November 8th, 2024. This is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand insights from Premier Rockliff on Tasmania's key priorities in trade, major investments, and the island state's growing reputation as a global leader in sectors like tourism, agriculture, renewable energy, education and advanced manufacturing. Premier Jeremy Rockliff will share his vision for Tasmania’s future, including how Tasmania is positioning itself as a gateway for international business and investment opportunities, making this event a must-attend for business leaders, investors, and professionals seeking to understand the latest developments. Following the Premier’s briefing, we will host a high-level panel discussion featuring a diverse group of experts from key industries, all of whom will provide their perspectives on Tasmania’s economic and investment climate. This is a fantastic chance to engage with leaders who are shaping the future of Tasmania and explore how your business or organization can connect with new opportunities. Agenda Highlights: Opening briefing: Opening briefing by Premier Jeremy Rockliff, discussing the strategic direction of Tasmania’s trade, tourism, and investment. Panel Discussion: Panel discussion with thought leaders across various sectors, including trade, investment, tourism & aviation, education & migration, and Antarctic research. Panelists: The Honourable Jeremy Rockliff MP, Premier of Tasmania, Minister for Trade and Major Investment Craig Limkin PSM, Secretary, Department of State Growth John Perry, Coordinator-General Dr Tara Martin, Director, Antarctic Tasmania, Department of State Growth Renee Woodhouse, Director of Global Education and Migration, Department of State Growth Steve Farquer, Director Access and Aviation, Tourism Tasmania Monica Armesto Benedito, Head of Partnerships and International Operations, Tourism Tasmania Tickets are limited and are expected to sell out quickly. This is an unparalleled chance to connect with influential leaders and expand your business network. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to engage directly with the Tasmanian Government and key industry stakeholders! For ticket reservations, scan the QR code below or contact our team at AustCham Shanghai:miley.yin@austchamshanghai.com for more information. #AustCham Shanghai #BreakfastBriefing #Tasmania #BusinessOpportunities #Investment #Tourism #Education #RenewableEnergy #Trade #Aviation #AntarcticResearch #GlobalBusiness #Networking #BusinessLeaders Heidi Dugan Chester Wang Simon Woods Judy Zhu

Kyrgyzstan can benefit significantly by engaging with the Federation of Eurasia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FECCI) due to its strategic location, growing economy, and potential to be a hub for trade, tourism, and investment in the Eurasian region. Here's how FECCI can be advantageous for Kyrgyzstan

How can we raise the number of female leaders in tourism? Join the conversation at She Means Business featuring a truly diverse panel, looking for concrete actions!

“The Internationalization of the Basque Country 2022 Insights” is presented.  It is the 3rd edition of this instrument that measures the degree of global presence of Euskadi Basque Country. ‣ It comprises a set of 38 indicators selected for their relevance, comparability, and measurability over time.  ‣ They correspond to 10 different dimensions, such as institutional, economy and industry, culture and Basque, tourism, society or transport, among others.  🔴 There’s an increase in the presence of #EuskadiBasqueCountry across all dimensions. Eusko Jaurlaritza - Gobierno Vasco | European External Action Service  #BilbaoMetropoli30 #internationalization

🆕 Check out the latest newsletter for the TOURBO Interreg Europe project below or at https://lnkd.in/e5N4rnHR You can learn more about the project here: https://lnkd.in/ej37dnNz #InterregEurope #SustainableTourism #RegionalCooperation #TOURBO #EUproject #newsletter