Current Affairs Archives - Page 8 of 9

The Revolution of Micro-Cities: Valmiera Sets the Pace in Latvia

22nd September 2020

Trying out new ways for economic success, experimenting and daring does not depend on the size of a city. In Valmiera, Latvia, innovations are systematically sought after and promoted in order to achieve economic goals.

The WEIRDness of Scientific Associations

17th September 2020

Franco Viviani, former President of the International Council for Physical Activity and Fitness Research, and anthropologist at the University of Padua, Italy, reflects on the concept of WEIRDness and its implications for medical organizations.

Revamping Business Events With A Personal Touch

14th September 2020

Hybrid and virtual meetings are – for now – taking over the industry with various options for all needs. In the middle of this change, what remains the same is the commitment of conference organisers to satisfy the client, a point strikingly proven at the Palais des congrès de Montréal.

Key Ingredients for a Successful Association

11th September 2020

Stylianos Filopoulos, ESAE Board Member and management consultant, reviews the ingredients that make for a good, future-proofassociation.

Best Practices for New-Generation Events at Luxexpo The Box

9th September 2020

Luxexpo The Box organized a so-called Box Street Market in Luxembourg which took place on the uppermost level of the venue’s car park from 22-23 August. Boardroom caught up with Morgan Gromy, CEO of Luxexpo The Box, who recognized that organizing such an event in times like this means taking on an enormous responsibility.

Riga in Latvia: A Regional Hub for Hybrid Events

8th September 2020

In November 2020 the third edition of 5G Techritory Forum will bring together, in Riga, the decision-makers in the 5G field, establishing the Latvian capital as a regional hub for hybrid events of all types and formats.

Leverage Technology to Boost Sponsorship Revenue

7th September 2020

Boardroom's tech & community expert Marc Mekki shares his practical insights on how you can use technology to generate non-dues revenues. It can be actually more simple than you think.

New Expert for Boardroom MiniCourses

3rd September 2020

David Becket, an international pitch coach, just joined our line-up of experts. His first MiniCourse, entitled ‘How to Create a Great Pitch’, is already online.

New Boardroom Issue Out Now: Strategies in Uncharted Territories

1st September 2020

How to manage business continuity, communication and collaboration through change? In moments of existential threat, how do associations defend themselves? This is what the 18th edition of Boardroom explores, with a wealth of contributors.

A Message of Hope from Angers

31st August 2020

It’s the connectivity factor, coupled with an expertise in many fields of endeavours and a brand-new convention centre, that’s making Angers one of the more attractive locales for associations meeting in France.

Carriers of Human Values

27th August 2020

Destinations like Cannes, Marseille, Mandelieu-la-Napoule, Nice and Toulon have strong values at their core that association planners can count on for the organization of events.

New Strategy, Comms & Marketing MiniCourses Available

24th August 2020

The portfolio of Boardroom MiniCourses is steadily growing, with more than 30 short, high-quality educational videos available online.

Membership Engagement in the Virtual World

20th August 2020

Reflecting from Manila, Octavio ‘Bobby’ Peralta, CEO & Founder of the Philippine Council of Associations and Association Executives (PCAAE), gives the highlights of a webinar he just organized for his members.

Nancy Ready to Relaunch

19th August 2020

Considered by some to be the most Italian town of eastern France, Nancy, the capital of the Duchy of Lorraine, has a few assets up its sleeve, especially in these unprecedented circumstances.

Chronicles of a Winning Mindset in Times of Crisis

17th August 2020

Elizabeth Niehaus, Executive Officer of the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA), argues that never before has the power of adaptation been more important, just as never before has the role of associations leaders been critical.

Change & Inclusion in Nice

13th August 2020

An active modern capital with a rich cultural and historical heritage, Nice is the 5th largest city in France. Nested between the mountains around Baie des Anges and the sea, it has become an expert host of association events of all kinds.