PROGRAMME

Map Your Future: Lead What’s Next in the Business Events Industry

Explore real career paths across the global events industry and uncover the many routes to success. Connect with peers and industry leaders to gain insights, share experiences, and expand your perspective. Leave with a clearer vision of your next move - and the confidence to shape what comes next.


Official timing: The programme will run from 09:30 – 17:00 CET

Welcome & Career Mapping Icebreaker

Kick off the day with an interactive networking session that helps you visualise your current career position and future ambitions. Meet peers, make connections, and start mapping your professional journey.


Five in Five: Industry Stories & AMA

Five industry professionals share their career journeys in fast-paced, visual presentations. Followed by an open “Ask Me Anything” session offering honest insights into leadership, challenges, and opportunities in the events industry.


Comfort Break: Refreshments and informal networking.


The Modern CV & Interview Mastery

An interactive session exploring how hiring works today. Gain practical advice on building a strong CV, navigating recruitment processes, and standing out in interviews, with live audience participation.


Lunch Break: Time to recharge and connect with fellow delegates.


Hard vs Human Skills Workshop

A dynamic, three-part session exploring the future of the events industry:

  • Future Focus: Key trends including AI, sustainability, and evolving skills
  • Personality & Pathways: Discover how your strengths align with career options
  • Industry Scenarios: Collaborative debates on real-world future challenges


Comfort Break: Afternoon refreshments and networking.


Career Reflection & Next Steps

Revisit your career map and reflect on your learning. Identify your next steps, refine your direction, and share insights with peers.


Closing

Final reflections, key takeaways, and opportunities for continued engagement.



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