The annual ICCA Young Professionals Forum is returning to the enchanting city of Barcelona on the 16th of November 2026!
The Forum gives emerging professionals a genuine voice — and a seat at the table — empowering them to challenge assumptions, share bold ideas and help shape the future of our industry.
Designed as a collaborative, hands-on experience, the forum brings together diverse perspectives across generations to turn ideas into actionable solutions. Through open dialogue and co-creation, participants don’t just discuss what’s next — they actively build it in an engaging, inclusive and energising environment.
Industry professionals should attend to gain fresh perspectives, collaborate inter-generationally, and help shape forward-thinking solutions for the future of the industry.
This event is open to ICCA members, Observers association executives, and students of any age, though priority will be given to Young Professionals (35 years old or under).
The forum brings together stakeholders from across the business events ecosystem — from venues and destinations to association clients and students — to combine diverse perspectives and co-create a more aligned, future-focused approach to action.
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This event is open to ICCA members, Observers association executives, and students of any age, though priority will be given to Young Professionals (35 years old or under).
The forum brings together stakeholders from across the business events ecosystem — from venues and destinations to association clients and students — to combine diverse perspectives and co-create a more aligned, future-focused approach to action.
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The annual ICCA Young Professionals Forum is returning to the enchanting city of Barcelona on the 16th of November 2026!
The Forum gives emerging professionals a genuine voice — and a seat at the table — empowering them to challenge assumptions, share bold ideas and help shape the future of our industry.
Designed as a collaborative, hands-on experience, the forum brings together diverse perspectives across generations to turn ideas into actionable solutions. Through open dialogue and co-creation, participants don’t just discuss what’s next — they actively build it in an engaging, inclusive and energising environment.
Industry professionals should attend to gain fresh perspectives, collaborate inter-generationally, and help shape forward-thinking solutions for the future of the industry.
This event is open to ICCA members, Observers association executives, and students of any age, though priority will be given to Young Professionals (35 years old or under).
The forum brings together stakeholders from across the business events ecosystem — from venues and destinations to association clients and students — to combine diverse perspectives and co-create a more aligned, future-focused approach to action.
