Conference Design

Innovation Leadership Down Under

23rd May 2022

When most people think of Sydney, there are several things that immediately come to mind – its famous landmarks such as the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, its sun-drenched beaches, and its laid-back lifestyle. But Sydney is also increasingly synonymous with knowledge and innovation.

Adaptability & Collaboration: Added Values for a Conference

18th May 2022

The role of destinations is becoming more relevant as associations are trying to find the right fit for their conferences. Enhanced digital options, flexibility for the client’s needs, close collaboration with the convention bureau and the local stakeholders, all make up Monaco’s dynamic comeback.

A Buzz Over Food for the Planet

18th May 2022

Food produce is not enough to cover the needs of our planet’s ever-increasing population. Scientists dive deep into research for innovative solutions which seem to come from nature itself. Always at the forefront of innovation, Québec City and the Centre des congrès de Québec will become part of the solution through the upcoming International Conference Insects to Feed the World (IFW).

A New Convention Centre for Bruges

10th May 2022

If it needs no introduction as a tourist destination, Bruges might be lesser known as a business events destination. With the recent opening of the Bruges Meeting and Convention Centre, this is likely to change in the near future.

When Stars Align

6th May 2022

For Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak), merely adapting is not enough; the primary goal is to support the hosting of conferences that will have a positive lasting impact on communities. This is fully backed up by governments, at local and national level.

Initiating Changes for a Better World

24th March 2022

With collaboration, engagement and sustainability as lodestars, Paris is building back a better meetings world and actively preparing the 2024 Olympic Games.

Lessons Learned from Sendai’s Hybrid 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering

19th January 2022

Overcoming many challenges, the 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (17WCEE) was at last held on September 27, 2021 at Sendai International Center, a year after it was initially scheduled for. It ended successfully on October 2, with an extended online conference period from September 20 to December 24, leaving conference organizers with positive lessons for future events.

Learn From the Old, Advance With the New

10th December 2021

More than before, convention centres are required to accommodate their clients’ needs of safety, quality, and flexibility. What better example of this than the new CCH – Congress Center Hamburg, which is already open and ready to showcase how it hosts its successful events.

A Complete, Holistic Meeting Experience

7th December 2021

With an impressive mountain scenery including the world-famous Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau triumvirate as a backdrop, the Interlaken region has got quite a few assets up its sleeves Here – indeed – you can experience the whole of Switzerland in one place.

To Hybrid or Not To Hybrid: That Is The Question

26th November 2021

If there is anything these unexpectedly challenging times have shown us is that, in our industry, we always have choices. Government restrictions in face-to-face events led to digital ones; but soon the need to meet in person again despite the difficulties led to the elaborate world of hybrid events. ESAE tried to shed light on the matter using – what else? – a hybrid event.

Never at a Standstill

28th October 2021

Brussels is leading the way among major cities that create long-term value for its residents and visitors – proving it’s a destination of choice for European and international associations.

Hybrid Events Behind The Scenes

20th October 2021

Last week’s Community Café, organized and facilitated by the BestCities Global Alliance team, touched upon the much-discussed issue of hybrid events.

3 Changes You Must Adopt for a Successful 2022 Event

18th October 2021

Don Neal, Founder & CEO, 360 Live Media, urges associations to look at their events holistically and through the lens of the jobs their audience needs done.

The Answer to This Question Can Change the Outcome of Your 2022 Event

20th September 2021

Don Neal, Founder & CEO, 360 Live Media, urges associations to shift their focus back on their core competences, and double down on making them a better experience.

Resilience in the European Capital

14th September 2021

As it’s emerging from lockdowns – just like pretty much all its destination peers – and preparing to be the 2030 European Capital Culture, Brussels is on the road to recovery, and association meetings are part of it.

Life Sciences – When an Intellectual Asset Equals Economic Growth

31st August 2021

As Canada’s emerging life sciences industries continue to grow and make an impact both nationally and abroad, associations meeting in the country’s innovation hubs have a chance to connect with the brain trust itself, collaborating with thought leaders and witnessing first-hand how Canada’s home-grown solutions are addressing the world’s greatest health concerns.

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