IAPCO at IBTM World 2025
Unlocking Excellence — with Purpose
ποΈ Tuesday–Thursday, 18–20 November 2025
π IAPCO stand within the Events Industry Council (EIC) Pavilion — Booth P62
IBTM World in Barcelona is fast approaching — and IAPCO is ready to unlock what’s next, with our Members and Partners front and centre. Over three days, our programme spans IAPCO Education, Advocacy and Community — curated learning that turns insight into action, a strategic advocacy platform that elevates professional standards and the voice of our sector, and a connected community experience that forges partnerships, grows networks and celebrates collective progress. Whether you are a Member, Partner or prospective collaborator, meet the IAPCO team to explore concise learning and opportunities that elevate quality, impact and legacy with IAPCO Accredited PCOs.
Why visit the IAPCO stand?
High-signal learning. IAPCO’s Pop-up Education sessions provide decision-ready insights for immediate application.
Recognised standards. IAPCO accreditation remains an internationally respected benchmark for professional congress organisation.
Community with intent. From briefings and partner encounters to considered introductions, the stand serves as a purposeful hub for collaborations that endure.
Your IBTM week with IAPCO — at a glance
Tuesday, 18 November
- 08:45–18:00 — Show hours: meet the team at EIC Pavilion P62
- 10:30–11:00 — Pop-up Education (at the stand, P62)
- 12:00–12:30 — IAPCO Press Conference — IBTM Media Centre (Stand H60)
- 17:15–18:00 — Members & Partners Drinks Reception*
*Open only to IAPCO Members and Partners.
Wednesday, 19 November
- 08:45–18:00 — Show hours: EIC Pavilion P62
- 10:00–10:30 — Pop-up Education (at the stand, P62)
- 15:00–15:30 — IAPCO EDGE Stockholm Presentation & Coffee
(Sweden – Stockholm – Gothenburg stand H10)
Thursday, 20 November
08:45–17:00 — Show hours: EIC Pavilion P62
Hosted Buyer group (for Members)
A curated IBTM experience under the IAPCO Quality Mark
Building on the success of 2024, IAPCO will again host an exclusive Hosted Buyer group for Members, offering targeted appointments, curated networking and structured opportunities to develop new business.
Considering membership? Visit P62 to discuss accreditation pathways and member benefits.
#UnlockingEducation — Pop-up Education at the stand
Fast, focused and rigorously practical. Conceived by the IAPCO Training Academy and delivered by leaders from the IAPCO community, these 30-minute sessions provide concrete use cases, tools and skills for immediate application — all under the IAPCO Quality Mark.
Tuesday, 18 November | 10:30–11:00
Theme: Innovation & Adaptability
- AI in business events: three ways AI is already transforming the delegate experience
- The future PCO: skills tomorrow’s organisers need today
Invited speakers:
- Hazem Nibil, Director of Projects, ICOM Group — IAPCO Member
- Herson Engcoy, Lead Product Advocate (Europe), Snapsight — IAPCO Partner
Wednesday, 19 November | 10:00–10:30
Theme: Sustainability & Impact
- Quick wins for sustainable business events: what to implement tomorrow
- Measuring legacy: tools to capture long-term impact
- Carbon footprint check: how to calculate and communicate it quickly
Invited speakers:
- Antonella Nalli, Sustainability Manager, Triumph Group International – IAPCO Member
- Alexander Alles, Executive Director, Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) – IAPCO Partner
#UnlockingAdvocacy — Championing the power of events
IAPCO’s advocacy agenda runs throughout IBTM World, amplifying the role of accredited PCOs in driving growth, innovation and societal value.
- Press Conference — Tuesday, 18 November (12:00–12:30): Special news to be announced at the IBTM Media Centre (Stand H60).
- Association Leaders Forum — Tuesday, 18 November: Sissi Lignou, IAPCO President, and Martin Boyle, IAPCO CEO, contribute to the conversation on the future of association meetings.
- IAPCO Collaboration Award 2025, supported by IBTM — Monday, 17 November: Winners announced at the Meetings Leadership Network (MLN) Reception.
#UnlockingPartnerships — Collaboration in action
IAPCO returns to the EIC Pavilion (P62) alongside Strategic Partner, the Events Industry Council (EIC), and fellow industry leaders: Global DMC Partners; the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE); Meeting Professionals International (MPI); and the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE).
Partnerships sit at the heart of IAPCO’s mission. The network of Commercial, Strategic and Media Partners powers programmes, deepens market intelligence and champions the value of engaging IAPCO Accredited PCOs. At IBTM World, IAPCO will celebrate established collaborations and shape new ones that deliver measurable outcomes for destinations, clients and delegates.
Meet the team
IAPCO’s new Community Engagement & Partnerships Manager, Sofia Laddaji, will be on site to meet partners and prospective collaborators. The entire IAPCO HQ team will also be available to discuss accreditation, education pathways and EDGE programmes.
IAPCO looks forward to welcoming you at stand P62 and to unlocking what comes next, together.
