ICCA Hosted Buyer Programme

If you organise, influence or make budgetary decisions for international business travel, meetings, incentive travel, international conventions, product launches or staff training then you could be eligible to attend tradeshows as a Hosted Buyer.

The Hosted Buyer Programme is available to the top industry buyers from associations, corporations and agencies organising international events. ICCA is involved in Hosted Buyer Programmes at IMEX, IBTM and FIEXPO. Each year ICCA will also support a number of associations attending the ICCA Congress.

2026 Hosted Buyer opportunities include:

• International Associations Meet, Arabian Travel Market (IBTM@ATM), 4 – 7 May 2026, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  Join us at the International Associations Meet, a unique opportunity for association leaders to learn how to grow membership, expand meetings, and strengthen engagement across the Middle East. Gain insights from associations already hosting global events in the region and learn how they navigate opportunities, partnerships, and success in this fast-evolving market.
  Meet directly with key stakeholders, destination leaders, and decision-makers shaping the future of business events in the Middle East.
  In partnership with Arabian Travel Market (IBTM@ATM), ICCA is developing a hosted educational and networking programme in Dubai, 4–7 May 2026 — designed exclusively for associations looking to make meaningful connections and explore new frontiers for growth.
  Sound interesting?
  Save the date and register your interest at associations@iccaworld.org. Our team will be in touch.
• IMEX Frankfurt 19 – 21 May  2026, Frankfurt, Germany
• FIEXPO Latin America 8 – 11 June 2025, San José, Costa Rica
• IMEX America 13 – 15 October 2026, Las Vegas, U.S.A.
• IBTM World 17 – 19 November 2026, Barcelona, Spain

Why join a Hosted Buyer programme?

• Find the right destination and partners for your next meeting and establish many contacts within a short period of time
• Free access to educational sessions, including sessions organised by ICCA, which will help you stay up to date with the latest trends and earn professional development credits
• Get invited to ICCA organized social activities to network with peers and meet potential new business partners
• Access to thousands of exhibitors in one location
• Unique opportunity to network with both peers and exhibitors globally
• Receive fully or partially funded travel and accommodation
• Have a dedicated ICCA group leader to support you prior the event, on-site and after the event

If you are interested in joining the ICCA Group at one these events, contact the ICCA Association Team.

Please note that due to a limited amount of places, priority to register is given to associations that are part of the ICCA Associations Community.