Once again, EIBTM will be the site of important industry discussion rapidly changing global conditions and how we can and should be responding to these. Be sure to join us for the AIPC program of activities around this event, including:
The AIPC Seminar: on Tuesday December 1, from 09.00-10.00 in the Fira seminar room 3.14
Beyond the Recession: Are We Ready for Next-generation Meetings and Conventions?
While impacts of the global economic situation have been getting all the attention, the bigger question is how meetings are continuing to evolve over the long term – and what that will mean for planners, suppliers and facilities long after the current recession is history. In fact, current conditions may actually be accelerating longer term change and bringing that future closer every day.
Drawing on recent research that is shedding light on where new trends are taking us, a panel of industry experts will present their conclusions as to how meetings are changing, driven by a new generation of delegates with expectations shaped by everything from time and travel constraints to the evolution of a new and more serious view of the role of meetings.
The conclusions will have important implications for everyone from association executives to convention centres who need to make decisions now that will influence their prospects for many years to come. Are meetings getting shorter? Will they be more complex, and if so, how? Will labour supply be a key limitation? Will delegates need more clearly defined ROI to attend?
The answers to these and many other key questions will help industry professionals anticipate the kinds of demands that are on the way – and to develop strategies that take full advantage of that advance knowledge.
Panellists:
Rod Cameron: Director, Programming and International Development, AIPC
Roger Tondeur: President, MCI
Didier Scaillet: Vice President of Global Development, MPI
The Liverpool 2010 Annual Conference Reception:
on Wednesday December 2, from 13.00-14.00 hrs at the AIPC stand L193
This reception is the traditional kick-off to our upcoming Annual Conference in Liverpool. In addition to interacting with your AIPC colleagues, it is an opportunity to gain an insight into all the activities planned for the conference and more details about this fabulous destination!
AIPC will be represented throughout the show at stand L193. We will be available on December 1 and 2 to provide the latest information about AIPC activities as well as providing a location to enable members to exchanging information and perspectives with your fellow members.Join your colleagues at these special EIBTM events!
