IBTM World has revealed the first details of its new-look Association Leaders’ Forum, which will take place on day one (November 28, 2023) of IBTM World in Barcelona.
Produced in partnership with ESAE (European Society of Association Executives), the IBTM World Association Leaders’ Forum will focus on how the associations community can contribute to the ongoing debate around sustainability and the challenges that come with it.
High-level presentations, lightning talks and interactive debates are part of a fresh format designed to infuse energy and foster culture among participants, to replace that sense of community that may have been lost in the shift to working from home.
The programme will open with the exploration of association trends for 2024 from Mike Morrissey, ESAE president and CEO of the European Cancer Organisation. This will be followed by a speaker-led debate moderated by Mohamed Mezghani, secretary general, UITP (The International Association of Public Transport), where the debate will centre on travel and sustainability, with participants exploring the merit of carbon offsetting and the broader positive effects to society that a meeting or a conference can have.
Following this, a selection of high-profile association leaders will participate in a panel discussion on how associations can change the world for the better. The discussion will include incorporating ESG into decision-making and operations, and explore topics such as DEI, sustainability and corporate responsibility.
The afternoon’s sessions will then feature fast-paced lightning talks on hot topics including Artificial Intelligence, ESG, and impact versus environment. There will be opportunities to network throughout the forum, as well as networking drinks afterwards.
The Association Leaders Forum is open to Association Buyers and select Media attending IBTM World.
