Melissa Riley, ICCA Board Member and Senior Vice President, Convention Sales and Services at Destination DC, highlights the powerful role the international meetings and events industry plays in shaping a better world. 🌎 Through global connections, our industry not only advocates for change but also drives policies that positively impact communities, the environment, and our members. The 63rd ICCA Congress in Abu Dhabi is a key platform for advancing these important conversations. As Melissa highlights, the Congress is a space where we unite to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, while showcasing how business events can bring tangible benefits to host communities. Join us in creating meaningful change at the #ICCACongress24 ➡️https://lnkd.in/eFtUcqQY #TomorrowStartsToday #InAbuDhabi #EventProfs #MeetingsIndustry Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi)
ICCA
Non-profit Organization Management
Amsterdam, Noord Holland 23,920 followers
Global Meetings Strategy and Advocacy
About us
ICCA is the International Congress and Convention Association, the global community and knowledge hub for the international association meetings industry. ICCA represents the main specialists in organising, transporting, and accommodating international meetings and events, and comprises over 1,000 member companies and organisations in almost 100 countries worldwide. ICCA specialises in the international association meetings sector, offering unrivalled data, communication channels, and business development opportunities.
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http://www.iccaworld.org
External link for ICCA
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Amsterdam, Noord Holland
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1963
- Specialties
- Meetings, Conferences, Congresses, business, education, networking, associations, and association meetings
Locations
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Primary
Alpha Tower
De Entree 57
Amsterdam, Noord Holland 1101BH, NL
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Box 6833
Freehold, NJ 07728-6833, US
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Suite 12.05, Amcorp Tower
Amcorp Trade Centre, 18 Persiaran Barat
Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 46050, MY
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Plaza Independencia 759
Oficina 763
Montevideo, 11100, UY
Employees at ICCA
Updates
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📢 Meet the ICCA Education Team and join our Campfire Sessions at ICCA Congress 2024! 💡 Education and Impact Division Gemmeke De Jongh (she/her) – Senior Manager Ian Thu – Senior Executive Creating knowledge platforms and advancing initiatives that leave a lasting impact on the industry and communities. 🌟 Knowledge and Legacy Division Sharon Ashton – Senior Manager Lu-Peng Tsai, CICS – Senior Executive Designing high-impact certification programmes to equip professionals with the skills to innovate in the global events industry. 🔥 Campfire Sessions Highlights - Join us for dynamic sessions that spark ideas and fuel collaboration: Monday 21 October: 10:15-10:45 | Introduction to ICCA Masterclasses With Genevieve Leclerc, CMP, CICE (Canada) & Veemal Gungadin (Singapore) Tuesday 22 October: 10:00-10:30 | Advantages of Hosting ICCA Certification Programmes With Lina Ostapchuk (Luxembourg), Jason Tan Chin Foo CED, CEM, DES (Malaysia), & Mahir Abdulkarim Julfar (U.A.E.) Tuesday 22 October: 11:30-12:00 | What on Earth is ICCASkills? With Gary Grimmer (Australia), Gea van Beek, CICS (Netherlands), Hiromi Murayama, CMP, CICE, DES (Japan), & Thomas Joseph CICE (ICCA), EMD (UFI) (India) For more information and to sign up for the Congress, visit ICCACongress.org and enjoy a 10% discount if you also register for an ICCASkills course. Become future ready with #ICCASkills today: ICCASkills.org. #ICCACongress24 #TomorrowStartsToday #InAbuDhabi #ICCAEducation #EventProfs #Upskilling #MeetingsIndustry #BusinessEvents
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Exciting News for Destination Marketing Wizards! #GSDacademy* challenges you to dive into the world of transformative marketing with the #Storytelling and Communication Strategies for Regeneration Masterclass! 👀 Looking for a way to supercharge your marketing and messaging campaigns? This is an opportunity to infuse your projects with new creativity and strategy! 🌍 Perfect for destination management and marketing organisations aiming for outstanding results, this #Masterclass is your ticket to crafting campaigns that not only attract but resonate deeply, telling your sustainability story with genuine authenticity and remarkable impact. 📚 Immerse yourself and your team in 4 dynamic sessions offered in three flexible formats - online, hybrid, or in-person. There's a fit for every team's needs! With it, you can set new standards in #RegenerativeTourism and pave the way for a more #SustainableFuture now. Ready to transform your marketing narratives into powerful tools of engagement and change? Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dHk_kEeE *GDS-Academy is brought to you by ICCA and City Destinations Alliance | CityDNA Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement) #ICCAWorld #EventProfs #immersivelearning #MarComms
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This year, at the #ICCACongress24, you'll be welcomed to The Hub—a revolutionary design and the first of its kind in the #BusinessEvents world, with 4 distinct zones based on the 4 Congress Content Pillars. Get ready for an experience that fosters open discussions and collaboration! 🤝 If you haven’t registered yet, secure your spot today 🔗https://lnkd.in/eFtUcqQY What are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) #InAbuDhabi #TomorrowStartsToday #ICCAWorld #EventsIndustry #MeetingsIndustry
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Meet Ameca at the 63rd ICCA Congress! 🤖 Join us in Abu Dhabi to meet Ameca, one of the world’s most advanced humanoid robots, and explore the exciting future of AI! As part of the Congress Technology & Innovation pillar, Ameca provides a unique platform to explore how machines can collaborate with us and enhance our lives. This groundbreaking project is brought to us by waiys.com, helping push the boundaries of human-robot interaction. Don’t miss your chance to interact with Ameca and be part of this transformative experience. Register now! 👉https://lnkd.in/eFtUcqQY WAIYS #ICCACongress24 #TomorrowStartsToday #AI #Ameca #InAbuDhabi #TechnologyInnovation #FutureOfEvents #BusinessEvents #EventProfs
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The 63rd ICCA Congress will take our members to one of the world’s most modern, vibrant capitals - a destination renowned for its hospitality, courtesy, and state-of-the-art facilities: 📍the city of Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates. Join us from 20-23 October 2024 as we bring the world of international meetings and events together to share, inspire, and discover new ways to make what we do matter more. We look forward to welcoming you all 👉https://lnkd.in/eFtUcqQY #ICCACongress24 #InAbuDhabi #TomorrowStartsToday #MeetingsIndustry #EventProfs Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau
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4 Can't-Miss Keynotes at the #ICCACongress24! Join us in Abu Dhabi and be inspired by industry leaders shaping the future of the meetings industry. The 63rd ICCA Congress is your chance to learn, connect, and engage with the best minds in the business. We’re putting together an industry-leading content programme—don’t miss out on these transformative sessions! 🗓️ Register now 👉 https://lnkd.in/eFtUcqQY ANITA MENDIRATTA Senthil Gopinath Fatima Al Sairafi Azzan Al Busaidi Julius Solaris Susana Lau Hou Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) #ICCACongress24 #TomorrowStartsToday #AbuDhabi #ICCAWorld #MeetingsIndustry #EventProfs
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ICCA Board Member Carina Montagut highlights why venue professionals should be at the #ICCACongress24 #InAbuDhabi! 🌍 Make sure to attend the "Psychic Income" session, where you’ll learn how hosting business events can generate a secondary, often overlooked, income stream—one that plays a crucial role in building strong conference destinations. This session is just one of many reasons why the ICCA Congress is a must-attend event this year! See you in Abu Dhabi! 🛫 https://lnkd.in/eFtUcqQY #TomorrowStartsToday #VenueProfessionals #BusinessEvents #EventProfs #PsychicIncome #ICCACommunity #MeetingsIndustry
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Congratulations to the ICCA #BestMarketingAward24 finalists! 🏆 This year's theme, "Once Upon a Time: The Art of Marketing as Storytelling," was all about making ideas come to life in a new, fresh way that makes viewers take a step back — and takes their breath away. Our judges were greatly impressed by the brilliant entries' vision, creativity, and ambition. After much deliberation by our expert panel of judges — and significant competition from across the world — these are our four finalists that will take the stage at the 63rd ICCA Congress #InAbuDhabi: 🌟 VisitOSLO with "Is it Even a City?" 🌟 Tourism Winnipeg with "Winnipeg — Streaming the Best in Business Events" 🌟 Tourism Australia with "There's Nothing Like Australia for Business Events" One overall winner will be chosen by our judging panel and Congress participants, who will vote for their choice via the Congress App. We wish our finalists the very best of luck! Learn more about the #ICCABestMarketingAward here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ew5nK8W7 The Meetings Show Patrick Delaney Aileen Crawford Jane Vong Holmes Melissa Riley Sumaira Isaacs Leonie Ashford Sarah Markey-Hamm Adriaan Fourie Ross Barker Vanessa Russell Senthil Gopinath #TomorrowStartsToday #ICCACongress24 #ICCAWorld #BestMarketingAward #MarketingAsStorytelling
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Elevate Your Expertise with ICCASkills CICE at the Luxembourg Hub! 🌍 Join us on 11-15 November at the stunning MONDORF Domaine Thermal Estate for a transformative learning experience hosted by Business Events Luxembourg - Luxembourg Convention Bureau G.I.E., part of the ICCASkills Luxembourg Hub. The ICCASkills Certified International Convention Executive (CICE) programme is designed for senior leaders and executives, offering strategic insights into the fast-evolving business events landscape. ✨ Programme Highlights: In-depth training on business innovations in international association events. Best practices for creating impactful and successful global events. Hands-on workshops focusing on real-world challenges. Strategies for effective leadership and decision-making. Networking with industry leaders and peers. Exclusive social programmes, including wine tasting at Caves Saint Martin 🍷 Special Offer: ICCA Congress 2024 participants enjoy a 10% discount! Plus, take advantage of exclusive rates for accommodation & travel. Don’t miss out! Register by 7 October to secure your spot and take your career to the next level. Learn more and sign up now 👉 https://lnkd.in/engkpfKc #ICCASkillsLuxembourgHub #BusinessEvents #ProfessionalDevelopment #ICCA2024 #TomorrowStartsToday Senthil Gopinath, Marta Gomes, Sharon Ashton, Lu-Peng Tsai, CICS, Efi Koudeli, Jiranan Khuntong, CICS, Lina Ostapchuk, Amélie Hieronimus, Savéria E., Gary Grimmer