Next Generation

We've all been there and know how challenging it can be!

Here at The Meetings Show, we want to help event industry newcomers build their networks, learn from industry heavyweights and forge their own career paths. So, in partnership with Event First Steps, we have created a dedicated programme at this year's show, for students and individuals looking to get into our wonderful industry.

Please note: after registering for the Next Generation programme, your registration will be vetted by our team, and if approved, your badge will be emailed to you 2 weeks before the show.

APPLY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION PROGRAMME

AGENDA - THURSDAY 20 JUNE

Arrival: 10:30 AM
Head to halls S2 or S3 of ExCeL London with your badge printed so the team can grant you access on to the show floor.
For more information about getting to the venue, click here.

Education content: 11:00-12:00 PM
Learn how to enhance your employability and engage with the industry in this dedicated education session from key members within the meetings and events industry - more information to follow.

Explore the show: 12:00-5:00 PM
A chance for you to explore the show floor, meet with exhibitors, network and attend any education sessions of interest. Watch this space as we'll be providing a list of useful education sessions for you shortly!

Show closes: 5:00 PM

GOT A QUESTION FOR US ABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION PROGRAMME?

EventFirstSteps

At Event First Steps, our focus is always on the next generation of event professionals entering the industry - and the one objective that underpins all our content is to help bring people in and up. By doing this, we create opportunities and strengthen the knowledge and talent of the industry as a whole. The key areas that we work for change within are:

Routes to industry
Better harmony between academia and industry will allow for graduates with more understanding and skills, and an industry with a stronger entry level workforce.

Visibility of entire industry
A bigger understanding of the many job options available will allow an events career to be taken more ‘seriously’ - and widen the talent pool.

Diversity of industry
From the top down, our sector is represented by a small group so wildly different from the vibrant workforce that they are lobbying for.

Next Generation

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