Young professionals forum

The annual ICCA Young Professionals Forum is relocating to the enchanting city of Abu Dhabi on the 19th of October 2024! 

The Forum brings together young industry professionals from a diverse array of backgrounds. At ICCA, we firmly believe that great ideas flourish when diverse minds collaborate and we are inviting individuals of ALL age groups to participate. This is an exceptional opportunity for the selected applicants to gain insights and directly engage with the visionary ideas of the next generation of industry leaders. 

We are continuing to offer not only a voice to the future generation in our business events sector, but also a seat at the table and the opportunity to lead us. 

The theme of this year's forum will focus on the increasing demand of better and stronger DEI best practices and the necessity to understand and accept AI as an undeniable fact in our sector’s future development. 

By defining and building together actionable solutions, we will crowdsource the collective brainpower and ideas of all participants at the event. 

In a full-day and engaging live experience we will explore together, discuss and build the future of our industry. Come and join us! 

The event will take place at the Khalifa Innovation Center of the Khalifa University and is set to be a cutting-edge experience. 

Programme

The main program will be a one FULL-day event, addressing current matters, challenges, opportunities and future trends. Below you can find the programme overview and timeframe. We won't reveal more about the details to increase the excitement!

Please note that the event programme is subject to changes. 

Who should attend? 

This event is open to ICCA members and association executives of any age, though priority will be given to Young Professionals (35 years old or under). 

The forum will be attended by representatives from across the different sectors, including venues, destination marketing, meeting support, association clients and students. As all these groups are stakeholders of business events and play an important role in creating and shaping the future industry. The aim if to combine all different view points during the forum, and coming up with an aligned and multi stakeholder approach to action. 

Why should you apply?

• Gain a better overview of the meetings industry and its stakeholders 
• Leave with a more complete understanding of the different sectors in the industry and their functions
• Strengthen your connections and networks with peers and industry leaders from across the globe 
• Attain experience of working in multi-cultural and buyer-supplier teams. 

What's included? 

The Young Professionals Forum is complimentary and includes: 

• The complete Young Professionals Forum programme, including educational sessions and networking opportunities 
• Networking dinner on Saturday 
• Lunch, coffee breaks during the Young Professionals Forum programme 

Note that attendees will however be responsible for covering the costs association with additional accommodation as well as any costs incurred due to flight and travel changes for their attendance.

Apply now

 Application Deadline: 30 of September 2024

 Applications are closed.