“Change is always a two-edged sword,” notes Mark Levin, highlighting the tension between innovation and resistance shaping today’s association landscape.
Insights from IAPCO and AMCI-accredited leaders reveal a sector that is moving beyond traditional models towards diversified income, AI-driven transformation, year-round engagement and long-term sustainability.
Andrew Harrison, CEO of ESSA, explores the role of association advocacy in securing recognition, shaping policy, and strengthening the UK’s business events and exhibitions industry globally.
Wellington welcomed 13 international associations to the ICCA Business Workshop, marking the event’s Asia-Pacific debut and generating potential economic impact of over $100 million for New Zealand.
From operational AI to attendee-led personalisation and trust as a core outcome, discover how associations must rethink events to stay relevant, resilient and member-driven in 2026.
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