This year's revamped education programme will inform, inspire, and empower you to think differently, connect differently, plan differently, and live differently.
You'll leave the stages with knowledge you didn’t know you needed, innovation to do and be better, and new connections with people sharing the same challenges.
The education programme is split across four key themes: INFORM - INSPIRE - INNOVATE - IMPACT
And, if that's not enough, new for this year we have The Blank Canvas, a space where you can experiment and try new things in a safe and supportive environment. From testing new technology to trying out new experiences, this is the perfect place to push your boundaries and unleash your creativity.
So, take the time to join us, and let's shape the future of the meetings, events and incentives industry together!
Please note: all sessions taking place on Tuesday 27 June are part of our pre-show conference and are for hosted buyers only.
Don't forget: after getting access to our event app, Swapcard, you'll be able to add the sessions of your choice to your agenda so you can manage your time at the show. You don't need to pre-book any sessions, simply turn up before it begins to secure your seat.
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Registration and Networking Lunch (Hosted Buyers Only)90 minsRegistration and Networking Lunch (Hosted Buyers Only)
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Blank Canvas40 mins
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Founder Troi "DJ Chinaman" Lee began with a vision to give deaf hearing and disabled artists and performers a platform to display their love for music. Deaf inclusion is something that is a little kno ...Sponsored by
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Blank Canvas40 mins
- Blank Canvas
We’re hearing, reading and being asked to create experiences as part of event design. As event professionals in 2023 and beyond, you are designing events in one of the most dynamic environments we’ve ... -
The Solutions Clinic40 mins
- The Solutions Clinic
There’s no denying that there has been a growing emphasis on increasing inclusivity and representation at events and within the industry as a whole. Yet, we’re still a long way from bridging the gap a ...
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Blank Canvas40 mins
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We are not usually provided with case studies, examples or help on what exactly an experience means. In part 2 of the session, we are going to look at a very recent case study from the Australian Psyc ... -
The Solutions Clinic40 mins
- The Solutions Clinic
There’s no denying that there has been a growing emphasis on increasing inclusivity and representation at events and within the industry as a whole. Yet, we’re still a long way from bridging the gap a ...
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45 minsWe take one or two small groups on a behind the scenes tour of the convention centre to meet with the chef. In one of the country's biggest commercial kitchens, we will hear from the team what it is l ...
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Blank Canvas45 mins
- Blank Canvas
With rising costs, budgets in question, and fewer resources to do more, learning how to make more with less is a necessary skill. Join us for this hands-on workshop with our social media marketing gen ... -
The Solutions Clinic45 mins
- The Solutions Clinic
Join Paul Black from VisitBritain Business Events in conversation with two leading event communities who are setting the standard on environmental and impact analysis to make better choices… How can y ...
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Welcome Reception (Hosted Buyers Only)180 minsWatch this space - more info coming very soon!
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Blank Canvas45 mins
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These facilitated sessions will bring event leaders and outside experts from across industries together to really start the ball rolling on understanding the challenges and asking the right questions ... -
Impact/Inform45 mins
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Joel’s session will explore the concept of corporate creativity and how it can be fostered in the workplace. Participants will identify strategies for cultivating an environment that encourages creati ...Sponsored by
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Innovate/Inspire45 mins
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This interactive session will provide strategies and tips to help introverts become more comfortable and confident when networking in a professional setting. Participants will learn mindset strategies ...Sponsored by
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mia/beam pavilion: D5140 mins
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It’s said that your network is your net worth. But, what do ‘your network’ and ‘networking’ mean? Learn techniques for getting in front of the right people, showing up with confidence, building rappor ...
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Blank Canvas30 mins
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LET'S TALK, at The Blank Canvas, will run 3 times during the show and will be a safe space for attendees to come and share their stories, find some respite and ask those difficult questions, get guida ... -
Impact/Inform30 mins
- Impact
Sustainability is a critical objective for many companies, driven by their own ESG objectives (such as carbon zero goals), their industry standards and practices and increasingly by their environmenta ... -
Innovate/Inspire30 mins
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Join LinkedIn and their leading partner in event social marketing, InGo, to discover how to leverage event tech to promote your events to relevant audiences, while creating valuable networking opportu ...
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Blank Canvas45 mins
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Why do we do events? To connect with others, to be inspired, to feel good. But making real connections can be challenging when there's so much at stake. That's where Clowns Without Borders comes in. F ... -
Impact/Inform45 mins
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Most of us aren't psychologists, we're event managers in the business of managing and motivating people. Which really means we should know a bit about how people behave, what drives them to do so, and ... -
Innovate/Inspire45 mins
- Inspire
Is legacy woke or can it truly be achieved when running events? How can you create a legacy with a limited budget and… let’s be honest, limited time to add what feels like something quite time consumi ... -
isla stand: A4120 mins
- Campfire
With growing pressure on businesses to communicate their commitment to sustainability, join this 20 min session for guidance on how to communicate in a way that builds trust and positive sentiment wit ...
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isla stand: A4130 mins
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Blank Canvas30 mins
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This is your exclusive opportunity to explore the game-changing power of true audience-first planning. Whether you're a seasoned event planner or a newbie, this session caters to a myriad of learning ... -
Impact/Inform30 mins
- Inform
With over 20 years of experience in the world of improvisation and devising, Andrew Allen explores overcoming imposter syndrome, bystanders shyness and struggling to find your authentic voice: not by ... -
Innovate/Inspire30 mins
- Inspire
Three events in 30 minutes. Each one tells a different story of modern day events, how they are evolving to meet the needs of delegates, the environment and the brands and businesses that produce them ... -
isla stand: A4120 mins
- Campfire
A whistle stop tour to help you understand the principles underpinning good measurement practice when it comes to events. We'll cover what you need to measure, collect data and report.
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mia/beam pavilion: D5115 mins
- Campfire
Meet Devon are the main conference, convention, and event management bureau for Devon and beyond. Our key focus is to promote our beautiful county as a key destination to host any business visit or ev ...
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Blank Canvas45 mins
- Blank Canvas
These facilitated sessions will bring event leaders and outside experts from across industries together to really start the ball rolling on understanding the challenges and asking the right questions ... -
Blank Canvas45 mins
- Blank Canvas
The Meetings Show with your support is illuminating futures by assembling 100 portable solar powered lights to give the gift of light to children living in energy poverty, positively impacting those w ... -
Impact/Inform45 mins
- Inform
The attendee experience is key to event success. Understanding what motivates different types of audience members and catering to their needs will keep them engaged and make your events even more memo ... -
Innovate/Inspire45 mins
- Inspire
We will begin by creating a human spectrogram to determine those who are facing a current professional challenge and those who are happy to give advice. We'll then proceed to orchestrate the 'two free ...
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Blank Canvas45 mins
- Blank Canvas
We will be running a DEI & GIN session with The Brighton Gin company on the afternoon of Wednesday 29th. This session will be where attendees can come and ask the questions of a business that lives an ... -
Blank Canvas45 mins
- Blank Canvas
The Meetings Show with your support is illuminating futures by assembling 100 portable solar powered lights to give the gift of light to children living in energy poverty, positively impacting those w ... -
Impact/Inform45 mins
- Inform
Sal’s session will explore how participants can be changemakers in their everyday lives. We often think of changemakers as people who have accomplished great feats, but in reality, anyone can make a d ...Sponsored by
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Innovate/Inspire45 mins
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Ramat’s session focuses on being your own personal CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer) and that with the skills of Self Mastery, individuals can more effectively manage their mental health and increase ...Sponsored by
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Blank Canvas45 mins
- Blank Canvas
We will be running a DEI & GIN session with The Brighton Gin company on the afternoon of Wednesday 29th. This session will be where attendees can come and ask the questions of a business that lives an ... -
Impact/Inform45 mins
- Impact
The events industry is a vibrant, dynamic and rewarding sector to work in. So why are we finding it so hard to source and attract diverse talent? Just over a year ago Gabby Austen Browne (Diversity ...
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Blank Canvas45 mins
- Blank Canvas
Taking a people-first approach to recruitment means creating a compassionate people-led recruitment strategy – from employer branding and recruitment processes through to succession planning and time ... -
Impact/Inform45 mins
- Impact
By normalising climate literacy and prioritising high-impact reductions in event planning and execution, we can make events sustainable while growing positive impact. Brought to you by isla, the indep ... -
Innovate/Inspire45 mins
- Innovate
We'll be talking about the 8 stages of engagement, or importantly, our view on the 8-step framework and how the latest and greatest innovations and technology can supercharge your success rate and ROI ...
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Blank Canvas30 mins
- Blank Canvas
LET'S TALK, at The Blank Canvas, will run 3 times during the show and will be a safe space for attendees to come and share their stories, find some respite and ask those difficult questions, get guida ... -
Impact/Inform30 mins
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Find out why developing a broader data collection mindset is essential, and explore ways to collect and interpret passive data, all highlighted with use cases and success stories! -
Innovate/Inspire30 mins
- Innovate
Unlock new revenue streams and maximize your event's earning potential with AI and real-time technologies. In this session, we'll delve into how AI and real-time technologies can revolutionize the way ... -
mia/beam pavilion: D5115 mins
- Campfire
Events impact us all. Economic impact, job creation, increased destination profile, and more recently, legacy - these are the key benefits that events deliver. However, we all know that events are muc ...
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Blank Canvas45 mins
- Blank Canvas
Design focused organisations and events create impact, deliver on the bottom line and make the most impact. Meet and work with your peers & experts across 2 key areas of design. Inwards (organisations ... -
Impact/Inform45 mins
- Inform
The Business of Events ran a sector-wide consultation in early 2023, revealing sentiment from the industry towards a range of policy initiatives. In this session, senior industry stakeholders will dis ... -
Innovate/Inspire45 mins
- Inspire
Discover how you can create events and experiences that connect your attendees to your brand and each other in the moments of meeting–and far beyond, as connections turn into loyal communities paying ... -
isla stand: A4120 mins
- Campfire
A whistle stop tour to help you understand the principles underpinning good measurement practice when it comes to events. We'll cover what you need to measure, collect data and report.
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Impact/Inform30 mins
- Inform
Pull up a seat and enjoy a fireside chat with the Editor of PA Life and a corporate event booker, as they discuss current and future needs, challenges, expectations and experiences in event and meetin ... -
Innovate/Inspire30 mins
- Inspire
The AI Experiment - Join conferenceemcees.com design team who will be experimenting the latest AI, figuring out what this means to the event industry and discovering the opportunities and risks from t ... -
isla stand: A4120 mins
- Campfire
With growing pressure on businesses to communicate their commitment to sustainability, join this 20 min session for guidance on how to communicate in a way that builds trust and positive sentiment wit ...
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Impact/Inform45 mins
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NZCE is an ambitious attempt to connect the multifaceted international events industry – from conferences to incentives to exhibitions and trade shows – to support the goal of net zero carbon emission ... -
Innovate/Inspire45 mins
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In this session, event professionals will learn how the charity sector creates meaningful event experiences with limited resources and budget. The presentation will showcase innovative approaches and ...
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Impact/Inform45 mins
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Following the launch of The Power of Events in February 2023, this is your chance to meet some of the core team, partners and supporters and find out what the really ambitious plans are for the future ...
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Innovate/Inspire45 mins
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This panel will be discussing how aspiring professionals can launch their careers in events. They will cover topics such as identifying your strengths and interests, networking, building a portfolio, ...
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