ICCA Advocating for the Development of the Indian Meetings Industry. ICCA recently visited Mumbai, India, engaging with Incredible India, Ministry of Tourism, India, state authorities and key stakeholders to highlight the crucial role of convention bureaus in driving business events in the region. ICCA CEO Senthil Gopinath, along with Anju Gomes, CICE Gomes, Regional Director Middle East, was honoured to meet Mr. Suman Billa IAS, Additional Secretary, Tourism, Government of India, Mr. Devendra Bharma, CEO of Jio World Centre, and Mr. Puneet Narula, Head of Jio World Convention Centre, to establish Mumbai as a world-class destination for global conferences. ICCA will also be working on a meetings industry strategy with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. A standout moment of the visit was the launch of the Mumbai Ambassadors Programme, an innovative initiative by JWCC in collaboration with the State Government. This programme exemplifies cutting-edge leadership and a forward-thinking approach within the business events sector, setting a new benchmark for excellence and collaboration. The programme was launched in collaboration with five esteemed medical professionals to position Mumbai as a leading destination for medical conferences: Dr. Hrishikesh Pai, Immediate Past President, Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India - FOGSI & Regional Trustee – Asia Oceania, FIGO (International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics), Dr. Ishwar Gilada, Chairman and Managing Director - Unison Medicare & Research Centre, President - AIDS Society of India (ASI), Dr. A. B. Mehta, Director – Cardiac Sciences, Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre, Padma Shri & Padma Bhushan Awardee, Government of India, Dr. Ashok Dhoble, Hon. Secretary General - Indian Dental Association (H.O.) and Dr. Nirmal Surya, President- INDIAN STROKE ASSOCIATION and President - Asian Oceanic Society of Neuro Rehabilitation – were announced as the inaugural ambassadors of the Mumbai Conference Ambassador Programme. Jio World Convention Centre a premier venue in India and a member of ICCA, hosted the event. ICCA CEO Senthil Gopinath applauded the programme, stating, "This is a global practice that showcases the importance of association leaders stepping forward to represent their country or city and actively bidding to host international conventions, which can bring numerous socio-economic benefits. Mumbai's bold initiative acknowledges the significant opportunities India has to attract global conventions. Such efforts not only boost the confidence of local associations to bid for international conventions but also reflect the strong support of the city's ecosystem—from hotels to airlines, airports, and government organizations—behind them. This visit serves as a powerful reminder of the role of partnership and innovation in driving sustainable growth and success. #ICCAWorld #HealthcareMeetings #MedicalConferences #EventsProfs #MeetingsIndustry #BusinessEvents
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Non-profitorganisatie-management
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Global Meetings Strategy and Advocacy
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ICCA is the International Congress and Convention Association, the global community and knowledge hub for the international association meetings industry. ICCA represents the main specialists in organising, transporting, and accommodating international meetings and events, and comprises over 1,000 member companies and organisations in almost 100 countries worldwide. ICCA specialises in the international association meetings sector, offering unrivalled data, communication channels, and business development opportunities.
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🎉 Excited to kick off the #ICCASkills Certified International Convention Specialist (#CICS) course at Wynn Palace, Macau! A big thank you to the Macau Trade and Fair Association for hosting and supporting Macao’s #capacitybuilding in the #BusinessEvents industry. Along with our expert instructors, Valentini Amarantidou and Mike Williams, and 21 industry partners, local authorities, and academia, we explored global trends and their impact on the Convention Industry and partnership building through dynamic and collaborative exercises. Day 1 was a fantastic start to shaping the next generation of #eventsprofs! We’re looking forward to what the next two days will bring! 🌟 Interested in joining the #ICCASkillsCommunity? Find out more at ICCASkills.org/cics. #ICCAWorld #MFTA #Upskilling #ProfessionalDevelopment Senthil Gopinath, Sharon Ashton, Lu-Peng Tsai, CICS, Waikin Wong, Sheaufen Lee, Patrick Delaney, Synthia Chan Paiva
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🙌 What an incredible start to the ICCA Future of Healthcare Meetings in #Zurich. If Day 1 is any indication, we're in for an exceptional experience... Highlights included a fascinating tour of the cutting-edge Operating Room X facility, an insightful visit to ZüriPharm AG—one of Switzerland's leading hospital pharmaceutical competence centres—and an engaging Welcome & Kick-off session with Philipp Bächstädt, Vanessa Reis, Head of Zurich Convention Bureau, Thomas Wüthrich, CEO of Zürich Tourism, and Dermot Ryan, Head of Association Engagement at ICCA. The real momentum, however, began in the afternoon with the Keynote: 'The Changing Face of Healthcare,' followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion on 'What the Changing Face of Healthcare Means for Our Meetings.' These sessions, along with the first round of business meeting appointments, set a powerful tone for the days ahead. The evening wrapped up beautifully with a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the stunning LUX Restaurant & Bar inside the Kongresshaus Zürich / Zurich Convention Center, followed by a captivating Walking Tour led by the Night Watchman, offering a glimpse into Zurich's rich history. We hope you enjoy the Day 1 photos! 📸 Day 2 is already underway, and we can't wait to share more updates from one of the most significant events on the ICCA calendar. #FHCM24 #ICCAWorld #HealthcareMeetings #BusinessEvents #MeetingsIndustry
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What an unforgettable experience we had at the ICCA Central European Chapter Meeting in Zurich! 🤝 Over the past few days, we explored the future of #BusinessEvents in the region, and it was a powerful reminder of how essential our industry connections are. It’s clear that our relationships are the driving force behind the success of the events and meetings industry. We also had insightful discussions on how AI and cutting-edge technologies are revolutionising our industry, offering new ways to enhance efficiency and creativity. We examined strategies for achieving a healthier work-life balance, ensuring that our personal well-being keeps pace with our professional growth. Additionally, we explored how to leave a lasting, positive legacy in our communities and how to cultivate the skills needed to become more effective and inspiring leaders. A special thank you to our ICCA Central European Chapter leaders, Vanessa Reis and Marina Knittel, CMP, for curating such a phenomenal programme. We’re also incredibly grateful to our host the Zurich Convention Bureau, our event partners, and all the ICCA members who joined us in making this event truly extraordinary. Here’s to the power of collaboration and connection! 🌟 #ICCAWorld #ICCACentralEurope #ICCAMembers #ICCAChapterMeeting #MeetInZurich #EventsProfs #MeetingsIndustry
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#SpeakerAnnouncement 📢 We're thrilled to announced that renowned journalist Adam Holm will be the keynote speaker of the much-anticipated Copenhagen-Denmark Lecture at the #ICCACongress24. Experience the power of ideas as Adam shares his thoughts and experiences, breaking new ground and questioning the status quo. This session is crafted to fuel your curiosity and motivate a sense of individual accountability in our interconnected world. Don't miss out—watch the video for a sneak peek of what's in store, and make sure to register now 👉 https://lnkd.in/eFtUcqQY A heartfelt thanks to our distinguished Danish ICCA members for presenting this highlight session: Wonderful Copenhagen, MeetDenmark, Destination Fyn , Destination NORD, VisitAarhus, and Bella Center Copenhagen. #TomorrowStartsToday #InAbuDhabi #CulturalAwareness #SocialImpacts #ICCAWorld #EventsProfs Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi)
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We had an enlightening experience yesterday at the #ICCAWorkshop: "Navigating Healthcare Compliance". Hosted by Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Business Events. Mubarak AlShamsi, Director of Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau and Karina Lance, AVP of Dubai Business Events, opened the session with inspiring words. Key speakers, Arwa Asiri from Mecomed and Youssef Mourad from The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers Association in the Gulf (PHRMAG), addressed vital topics that captivated the attention of over 50 participants. This engaging event demonstrated that such workshops are an excellent value for #ICCAMembers. ICCA remains committed to offering more educational workshops to enhance regional knowledge and continue hosting more medical meetings. Thank you to everyone who participated! We look forward to many more enriching events in the future. Anju Gomes, CICE #ICCAWorld #HealthcareCompliance #EventsProfs #MeetingsIndustry
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ICCA is thrilled to present the Public Abstract version of the 2023 Country and City Rankings Report, which is available to all. This year's report offers further proof that we're experiencing a renaissance in the meetings and events space, with in-person events nearly back to levels seen in 2019. This year's Rankings Report featured more than 10,000 meetings, an increase of almost 1,200 meetings compared with 2022. The signs of recovery are promising, and we're excited to see what comes next. Download the Public Abstract here ➡️https://lnkd.in/deCFNJVG #ICCAWorld #ICCARankings #ICCAPublicAbstract #EventsProfs #MeetingsIndustry #RankingsReport
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At ICCA, we understand that we are all working together to achieve common goals. The #ICCATeam is a reflection of our organisation around the world — we come from different countries, with different backgrounds, but we have one vision. So what is ICCA? It's all of us, together, focused on a future for meetings and events that: 🌱 Is sustainable 🤝 Is diverse, equitable, and inclusive 📈 Leaves a positive legacy 🌍 Advocates for everyone in our industry and the communities we visit ICCA is the voice of the business events world. We are an advocate for building the blueprints and structures that keep us strong as an industry and help bring us closer as a community. ICCA is all of us, working together, to shape a brighter future for the global meetings and events space. #ICCAWorld #WhatIsICCA #MeetingsIndustry #EventsProfs
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ICCA Global Advocacy: Leadership Dialogue with His Excellency the President of Panamá ICCA CEO Senthil Gopinath, joined by Andrés Escandón , ICCA Regional Director Latin America, met with His Excellency Jose Raúl Mulino, President of Panamá, and Salomón Shamah, the newly appointed general director and CEO of PROMTUR PANAMA in Panama City. The leaders discussed the socio-economic contribution of business events, ICCA’s commitment to developing the meetings industry of Panama, and the selection of Panama City as the destination for the ICCA Congress 2026. Both His Excellency the President and Shamah emphasised their commitment to ICCA, and recognised ICCA as the leading global meetings industry association. They also noted that the ICCA Congress is the most prestigious event of its kind, and that they are ready to support the global organisation's Congress from 8-11 November 2026. His excellency the President of Panama will inaugurate the Congress. "It's indeed remarkably encouraging to hear from the leader of the nation that ‘meetings are of the utmost importance for the development of our economy, and my government’s strategic plan has identified the meetings industry as a key economic contributor,’ Thank you, your excellency, for the recognition of our industry. We are excited to work with Salomon Shamah and the leadership team of PROMTUR on creating a top-notch ICCA Congress in Panama City," said Gopinath. "The President of Panama and the leadership at PROMTUR have enthusiastically voiced their support for ICCA, and thanked ICCA for its strategic support in enhancing the regional and global position of Panama. We’re looking forward to continuing our great collaboration and another successful Congress." ICCA recently expanded its strategic presence in Latin America and the Caribbean with the establishment of a new office within the Panama Association Hub (PAH). In collaboration with PROMTUR, Panama's destination management organisation and ICCA's association partner, the PAH was launched last year as a platform where international organisations can establish branch offices to develop the Latin American market, promote business and economic growth, foster knowledge-sharing, international cooperation, and the advancement of scientific and legacy projects in Panama and the region. #ICCAxPanama #ICCAWorld #PanamaCity #MeetingsIndustry #EventsProfs
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Leticia Serrano ICCA's Membership Development Manager - Americas attended IBTM Americas 2024 in Mexico City, where 470 exhibitors and 3,200 attendees gathered for impactful meetings that help advance the goals of participating organisations and provide growth opportunities for participants. Leticia represented ICCA at the opening ceremony on 21 August at Centro Citibanamex and the Networking Event 2024 on 20 August, where she met industry leaders and attendees from all over the world. Professionals from across the meetings and events industry were in attendance to take part in sessions about conferences and conventions of every type. Now in its 15th year, IBTM Americas, connected event industry leaders with regional conventions. The programme offered deep dives into strategies, technologies, case studies, and more, aimed at redesigning event experiences. IBTM Americas facilitates the co-creation of international events in Latin America and North America, bringing people together from across the meetings and events industry to form a diverse community of vendors, coordinators, planners, and business events professionals. #IBTMAmericas2024 #eventcocreators #ICCAWorld #MeetingsIndustry #EventsProfs IBTM Americas Yucatán Meetings Oficina de Convenciones y Visitantes de Monterrey Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic Cancun Center
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