Case Studies

26 October 2026

Matsue Meeting Links Assessment With Decisions

The Asia Impact Assessment Conference brings regional expertise to Japan’s Shimane Prefecture. Its strategic value lies in connecting environmental assessment research with the institutions and decisions that shape development. Matsue, Japan — The 18th Asia Impact Assessment Conference is being held on 24–26 October 2026 in Matsue, Japan, with conference sessions at Kunibiki Messe, the Shimane Prefectural Convention Center. Its relevance to association management lies in how a specialist regional gathering can connect professional evidence with public decision-making. Hosted by the Japan Society for Impact Assessment, the meeting forms part of an exchange supported by academic societies in Japan, South […]

16 October 2026

IMEX America, Las Vegas, USA

IAEE MPI and SITE Bring Joint MICE Learning to IMEX America

Caitlin Krause delivering an MPI keynote at Smart Monday 2026. Image source: IMEX; illustrates the wider education programme, not the certificate course. A collaborative certificate course on the IMEX America programme brings exhibition, meeting and incentive expertise together, illustrating a practical role for international associations in professional education. IMEX America, Las Vegas, USA — The International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE), Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) were named as expert contributors to a Global MICE Collaborative Certificate course on the Smart Monday programme ahead of IMEX America. Listed for 12 October, the […]

9 October 2026

Thailand’s robotics congress win highlights the power of association-led bidding

Bangkok’s selection to host IEEE ICRA 2030 illustrates how convention bureaux, universities and professional organisations can combine their strengths around a strategically important sector. BANGKOK, Thailand — Thailand has secured hosting rights for the 2030 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation, with the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau presenting the win as a platform for robotics, artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing. TCEB’s announcement identifies a bid partnership involving the bureau, Mahidol University’s Faculty of Engineering, the IEEE Robotics and Automation Society Thailand Chapter and IEEE Thailand Section. The Thailand Medical Robotics and AI Association is also listed among the […]

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5 January 2026

Hyatt Regency Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Food and Grocery Australia 2025: Sydney Summit of the Nation’s FMCG Leaders

Sydney, NSW — On 14–15 May 2025, senior executives, industry leaders and sector stakeholders convened at Food and Grocery Australia 2025, the annual flagship summit for Australia’s food and grocery sector, held at the Hyatt Regency Sydney. The two-day event was organised by the Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC), the peak industry association representing food, drink and grocery manufacturers in Australia. Food and Grocery Australia functions as a central forum for leadership dialogue within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) ecosystem, bringing together CEOs and senior executives from manufacturing, retail and supply chain sectors for strategic discussion, peer-to-peer engagement and […]

5 January 2026

Hong Kong

The Taxation Institute of Hong Kong: 2023 ESG Tax Incentives & Social Responsibility Workshop

Event Overview Hosted by The Taxation Institute of Hong Kong (TIHK), the 2023 ESG Tax Incentives & Social Responsibility Workshop gathered tax professionals, corporate finance teams, and NGOs to explore how tax policy can advance ESG goals. As Hong Kong’s leading tax body, TIHK focused on merging tax expertise with environmental stewardship, social impact, and governance—positioning tax as a tool for sustainable growth. The workshop highlighted how ESG principles are reshaping tax planning and corporate responsibility in Hong Kong. Environmental Impact: Tax Incentives for Green Investment Environmental sessions centered on Hong Kong’s ESG-focused tax policies: experts explained incentives for green […]

5 January 2026

Jakarta, Indonesia

Asian Shipowners’ Association (ASA) 34th Annual General Meeting

The 34th Annual General Meeting of the Asian Shipowners’ Association (ASA) was held on 27 May 2025 in Jakarta, bringing together shipowner representatives, maritime leaders, and industry stakeholders from across Asia. The meeting was organised by the Asian Shipowners’ Association and hosted by the Federation of ASEAN Shipowners’ Associations, reflecting the event’s regional scope and collaborative focus. As ASA’s principal annual governance gathering, the meeting provided a formal platform for member associations to review developments affecting the shipping sector and to exchange views on shared priorities. Proceedings typically include updates on industry conditions, policy and regulatory matters, and coordination issues […]

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