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For the second consecutive year, IMEX Group has announced the cancellation of IMEX Frankfurt 2021 due to the pandemic, the event was scheduled for May 12-14 at Messe Frankfurt in Germany

 

Since their first show in 2003, IMEX Frankfurt has been the largest and it is the most important show in the Meetings and Events Industry with 3400+ Exhibitors, 170+ countries, 250+ Educational sessions.

 

The dates for the show on 2022 are set for 26-28 April and IMEX America 2021 is expected to happen on November 9-11 in Las Vegas.

 

The announcement has surprised the entire industry, but the actual situation is forcing the organizers and parties involved to make important decision. We cannot wait to get back to business and meet again.

 

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The beginning of a new year has arrived and with it all Event Professionals, Stakeholders and Third parties involved in the sector hope for a better year for the Events Industry.

Regardless if it is face-to-face, virtual or hybrids events you Should mark your calendar and save the dates to participate in the coming events listed below:

1. PCMA Convening Leaders, January 11-15.
2. SITE Hybrid Conference, February 2-3.
3. PATA Beyond: Travel Recovery Solutions, February 8-11.
4. Travel Meet Asia Southeast Asia Virtual, February 24-25.
5. Event Production Show, March 21-24, United Kingdom.
6. WTTC Global Summit, March 23-25, Cancun, Mexico.
7. FITUR, May 19-23, Spain.
8. IMEX Frankfurt, May 25-27, Germany.
9. ACE of MICE Exhibition, June 2-4, Istanbul.
10. IBTM Asia Pacific, June 8-9, Marina Bay Sands Singapore
11. Travel Meet Asia MICE & Corporate Virtual, June 9-10.
12. MPI World Education Congress, June 14-17, Las Vegas.
13. International Travel Expo & MICE, June 17-20, Hong Kong.
14. SISO CEO Summit, August 24-26, United States.
15. IT&CMA, September 28-30, Bangkok, Thailand.
16. 60th ICCA Congress, October 24-27, Cartagena de Indias, Colombia.
17. ITB Asia, MICE Show Asia and the inaugural Travel Tech Asia, October 27–29, Singapore.
18. 88th UFI Global Congress, November 3 – 6, The Netherlands.
19. IMEX America, November 09–11, Las Vegas.
20. IBTM World, 30th November to 2nd December, Barcelona, Spain.
21. Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition, December 7-9, United States.

 

Do you know other events? Share them with us!

 

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The 31st Philippine Travel Mart (PTM) with the theme Fostering Sustainable and Inclusive Tourism took place last weekend from 4-6 December at SM Megamall Megatrade Hall.

 

The three day live broadcast through Facebook Livestreaming presenting from different locations in the Philippines, showcasing new and emerging destinations highlighting different destinations within the country and the various activities that the travelers could explore enjoying the Filipino culture.

 

The Exhibition took place following the health and safety protocols at the Convention Center were Exhibitors such as tours and travel agencies, hotels and resorts, theme parks, airlines, etc. offered products, services and tour packages from the different regions of the country.

 

The biggest annual travel exhibition in The Philippines is organize by The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA). PHILTOA was founded on 12 June 1986, organization of tour and operators and active members with the advocacy of responsible tourism, committed to the promotion of domestic and inbound tourism.

 

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The first virtual “Show for shows” is organized by The International Association of Exhibitions and Events® (IAEE) for exhibition and events industry professionals, the event provides a diverse marketplace to plan and manage well organized trade shows and events.

 

Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting and Exhibition with three days online event from December 8 – 10 where professional can connect with key players, meet new clients and network with experts in the field. Exhibitors have access to the largest group of show organizers worldwide and this year Swapcard is the platform partner who will power the virtual experience of the event.

 

Participants will be able to learn the industry trends through the educational program, seventy-five sessions including the virtual event production, safely reopening exhibitions and events, wellness and personal development, leadership and business for young professionals and for executives. Followed by Q&A discussions and The IAEE Asia Hybrid Forum will be broadcasted during the virtual show on 8th December.

 

The International Association of Exhibitions and Events® is the leading association for the global exhibition industry representing 12,000 individual in over 50 countries and M&SE is a proud member of IAEE!

 

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IBTM World is the leading exhibition dedicated for the global meetings, incentives, conferences and events industry.

Three days virtual event from 8-10 December. The Program will address the issues of the actual situation for the industry, future trends, technology through panel sessions, keynotes, inspire masterclass with exciting networking opportunities.

The show has evolved into a complete experience with top class exhibitors and global suppliers including Airlines and Cruise Line, Attractions and Entertainment, Conference and Meeting Venues, DMC’s, Hotels, Resorts and Spas, Technology Providers, etc.

IBTM is organized by Reed Exhibitions, Event Organizer with a global reach and extensive portfolio of approximately 500+ events in 40 countries covering 43 industry sectors and this year IBTM celebrates its 33rd edition virtually.

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Incentive Travel and Conventions, Meetings Asia and Corporate Travel World Asia Pacific is the leading International MICE event in the region for industry players and professionals.

 

This year, the 28th IT&CMA and the 23rd CTW APAC edition are shifting to online for the first time and the virtual event is happening from 16 to 20 November 2020.

 

Five full business days from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., the virtual event feature a 24/7 Virtual Exhibition, Brand Showcase Presentations, Walk-In Meets and adding new activities and opportunities such as Buyer Procurement Showcase and Mini Destination / Brand Roadshows.

 

Attractive program hosted by the most important organizations like ICCA, IAPCO, SITE, PCMA, IMEX Group and more. 

 

Organized by TTG Events, IT&CMA is well positioned as the global event with the largest exhibition showcase of Asia-Pacific MICE suppliers and both events have been co-locating since 2004.

 

The dates for next year event are announced from 28-30 September 2021 at Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, Bangkok, Thailand.

 

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From October 26^th to 30^th, the first virtual edition of MICECON gathered hundreds of professional, stakeholders and tourism practitioners in the country and around the world with its virtual event. Organized by The Philippines Department of Tourism (DOT) and Tourism Promotions Board (TPB).

 

With 1,321 attendees registered on the online platform, MICECON recorded its highest attendance this year. Delegates took advantage of this platform to create new connections, learn from the virtual sessions, booked appointments with clients and exhibitors, explore new business opportunities and of course the program would not be complete without the daily activities like the photo contest and leaderboard contest.

 

This year’s event features a diverse range of exhibitors including Associations and Organizations, Hotels and Resorts, Media Partners, Online Services, Travel and Tour Corporations.

 

The official opening ceremony by Tourism Promotions Board Chief Operating Officer, Atty. Maria Anthonette C. Velasco and Mr. Nigel David, Regional Director for Asia Pacific and Middle East of World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).

 

WTTC reaffirmed its commitment with the MICE sector in the Philippines and informed great news for the industry, WTTC will host a Global Summit in Manila in 2021.

 

Keynote message from Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo – Puyat, who shared the updates and achievements for the industry during this pandemic and future projects to kick back the sector.

 

Let’s get to the Program!

More than 30 local and international distinguish speakers delivered great content, engage the audience with inspirational conferences and interact with the delegates.

 

Just to mention a few session “Marketing in the COVID-19 Recession”, “How to Sell During a Crisis”, “Innovation in a Crisis – Think Big, Act Small, Move Fast!”, “Coping with the Pandemic Together”, “On Virtual and Hybrid Meeting Design”, “How to Green a Hybrid Event and How to Make It Sustainable”, “How to Win Domestic Events” and many more…

 

One of the most interesting sessions were the MICE RoadMap 101. From Tuesday to Thursday covered Meetings and Conventions, Incentive Travel and Exhibitions. Around 120 participants join the meetings via zoom, polls were conducted to obtain feedback and new initiatives were proposed.

 

The Panel “Opportunities in the New Ways of Meetings, Virtual and Hybrid Exhibitions and Events” powered by PACEOS where the Leaders of the Industry shared their experiences during this pandemic and how they have shifted from Face-to-Face events to online platforms, event technology tips, ideas and strategies.

 

C-Suite Session (Key Learnings in 2020: Steering through Rough Waters) by Mr. Gary Grimmer, Executive Chairman of Gaining Edge. The session was by invitation only and around 50 pax were able to enjoy this productive meeting.

 

Closing with an amazing session “Possible Thinking” by Jessica Cox motivational speaker. She is the world’s first licensed armless pilot and the first armless black-belt in the American Taekwondo Association. She remind us that we can do anything if only we believe our capacity is limitless.

 

MICECON is the most awaited event for the MICE Industry in the Philippines and  we were glad to see all our friends and partners virtually, make new online connections and get inspired and motivated.

 

As always, we are much looking forward to the next edition!

 

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KME is the largest MICE expo in Korea and it will be held at Songdo ConvensiA, Incheon, South Korea fromNovember 24-27.

 

Hosted by the Korean Tourism Organization and Incheon Tourism Organization, expecting 300 exhibitors and 300 local and international buyers, the 21^st Expo will have a hybrid format giving the facility to attend online and face-to- face.

 

Registration is open and the Program will be announced soon.

 

Songdo Convensia Convention Center has 22 meeting rooms, accommodates 900 booths and the Total Exhibit Space is 17,021 sq. m.

 

Have you registered?

 

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Interactive online events are possible by keeping the WOW Factor at high engagement levels through the event.

 

We at M&SE cannot wait to meet you all, make new connections, learn and update ourselves about the Meetings and Events Industry in the Philippines.

 

Thank you to MICECONline Organizing Committee, The Philippines Department of Tourism and Tourism Promotions Board Philippines for the great surprise gift.

 

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