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Looking to a Sustainable Future & Beyond

10th February 2022

Mubarak Al Shamisi, Director of Abu Dhabi Convention Bureau, tells Boardroom how the city is strategizing to become a world leader in the meetings industry.

Bordeaux’s Burgeoning Sectors Attract High-Profile Conferences

8th February 2022

Bordeaux is a congress destination associations can count on thanks to some strong industries and knowledge clusters – together with a sincere commitment to sustainability.

With an Appetite for Quality & Sustainability

4th February 2022

With 50 years of history on its shoulders (anniversary coming up in 2023), CCH – Congress Center Hamburg knows a little something about the secret of organizing a successful conference. Quality in service and infrastructure is just as important as flexibility, sustainable solutions, and constant evolution. And, of course, food.

Aligning Conferences & Sector Strengths

2nd February 2022

With its spectacular scenery and ancient Aboriginal culture, Australia’s Northern Territory (NT) is where visitors can really enjoy an authentic Australian experience. But it’s also the unique set of knowledge bases and attention to local engagement that makes it an outstanding conference destination.

A New Dawn for Boardroom Advisory Board

24th January 2022

Please meet and listen to the new members of Boardroom Advisory Board: Ariane Brusselmans, Director of Conferences at the International AIDS Society, Carlos Lee, Director General of EPIC, the European Photonics Industry Consortium, Peter Van Daele, Secretary General of URSI, the International Union of Radio Science, and association advisor and consultant Susan de Bievre.

Setting a Global Stage at Dubai Association Conference

21st January 2022

The Dubai Association Conference (DAC) is slated for 21 February 2022, and with strong education sessions, inspiring keynotes and plenty of networking opportunities, associations surely won’t be disappointed – and there will definitely be some takeaways for them to implement as soon as they get back to their desk.

Creating a Knowledge Capital

13th January 2022

With institutions and innovators across sectors from health and medical to science and engineering, education, business and technology, it’s easy to see why Melbourne has emerged as the knowledge capital and innovation hub of Australia.

The Innovation Imperative

11th January 2022

With the right tools and mindset, any association is capable of innovating. So why is it that so many struggle to embrace the habits that would allow them to thrive? That is what Mary Byers, CAE and Harrison Coerver, with Sarah Sain, reflect upon in this special contribution to Boardroom.

Eye on the Future & Beyond

7th January 2022

In celebration of Expo 2020, which is taking place until March 2022, Boardroom was invited last November to witness some of the latest developments taking place that show just how strong of a contender Dubai is to other metropolises.

Collaboration is Key to Success

20th December 2021

The EU CVB Network, which gathers seven European convention bureaux, have a strong belief in collaboration, and they can help associations make the most of their conferences.

Next-Generation Manufacturing

14th December 2021

Canada is emerging as a world leader in advanced manufacturing, with major research institutions, start-ups, and academic thought leaders providing fuel for dialogue and knowledge exchange through impactful business events held in the country’s advanced manufacturing hubs.

Associations in the World: Speaking Truth to Power

13th December 2021

As part of the exclusive partnership between Boardroom and the Union of International Associations, Cyril Ritchie, UIA President, argues that associations have a duty to speak the truth: this will lead efficient decision-making and better governance.

Embracing Diversity to Ensure Future Stability

7th December 2021

Located in the heart of Europe, Zurich lends itself as a case study of a pluralistic dynamic society which draws benefit from its diversity and serves as a role model of innovation, sustainability, and financial stability for many cities.