Current Affairs Archives

Crisis as the New Normal for Global Meetings

8th April 2026

In this conversation with Boardroom, Kenes Group CEO Ori Lahav explains why crisis readiness can no longer be treated as an occasional capability.

What Geopolitical Resilience Actually Means for Associations

26th March 2026

As geopolitical risk reshapes how businesses operate globally, associations are navigating their own version of the same pressure. It shows up differently.

IAPCO AM&GA 2026: Why the “Human Journey” Matters for Meetings

12th March 2026

IAPCO AM&GA 2026 in Athens was a reminder that the meetings of tomorrow will be powered by tech, but won by human judgement.

How ESCRS 2024 Won ABPCO Award for Best International Conference

27th January 2026

In 2025, the honour for Best International Conference went to the 42nd Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS).

Rethinking Connection, Innovation and Purpose at Convening EMEA 2025

31st October 2025

In Rotterdam, Convening EMEA 2025 served as both a snapshot of where the business events community stands and where it’s heading.

What’s New in Healthcare Meetings: From Patients to Purpose in Düsseldorf

22nd October 2025

A thriving ecosystem of hospitals, research institutes, and congress activity attracted ICCA’s Future of Healthcare Meetings 2025.

The Trust Gap: What Associations Can Do About Fake News

22nd September 2025

Here's how to build a proactive communication strategy that protects your organisation's most valuable asset: trust.

Some Learnings from GIAF 2024

28th March 2024

The Geneva International Association Forum (GIAF) 2024 has once again proven to be a focal point for groundbreaking discussions and learning within the association community.

Should Associations Take a (Political) Stand?

8th November 2023

Associations frequently address significant societal and industry issues. However, the question of whether they should engage in political issues sparks ongoing debates.

European Association Summit 2023 to Explore Future of Association Professionals in the Green & Blue Revolutions

17th April 2023

The European Association Summit (EAS) 2023 is set to take place on 27 and 28 April 2023 at Sparks Meeting Venue in Brussels.

New Boardroom Out – The Do’s and Don’ts of Good Governance

26th February 2023

Download the latest edition of Boardroom magazine, and embark on your journey to a transformed governance.

How the European Cancer Organisation Responded to the Ukraine War

16th May 2022

Mike Morrissey, CEO of the the European Cancer Organisation and President of ESAE, and Boardroom Chief Editor Remi Deve, have a chat about what the association did for its members based in Ukraine, and cancer patients and refugees altogether. Listen to their conversation now.

Introducing the Latest Boardroom

9th May 2022

The brand-new edition of Boardroom is now available to download, along with a special supplement on Scotland.

Video Interview: The Impact of the Ukraine War on Associations

25th March 2022

Remi Deve, Boardroom Chief Editor, interviews Nancy Foster, President & CEO of the Risk Management Association, and Francisco Gomez, Founder & CEO of Factum Global, on the impact the Ukraine war has on associations. Watch the video recording now.

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.

A Delicate Match-Making

24th November 2021

Nienke van der Malen, CEO & founder of Conferli, argues that a good technology that helps you match your organization’s value and mission with the destination that will host its event is instrumental in making its activities a success.