Case Studies

4 September 2026

What It Means When a Global Association Builds a Separate Advisory Board for Asia Pacific

PCMA’s new Asia Pacific Advisory Board offers a useful look at how global associations can give regional members a structured voice in shaping strategy. The model also highlights an important distinction between regional consultation and genuine influence—and what associations need to put in place to make that voice count. SINGAPORE — Most global associations with regional memberships face the same structural tension: how do you ensure that members in a specific region shape the organisation’s direction rather than simply receive a version of what was designed elsewhere. The answer usually falls into one of two camps: restructure global governance to […]

6 August 2026

AOCR SGCR-WIRES 2026: A Blueprint for How Association Conferences Can Shape the Future of a Profession

For decades, the success of association conferences was measured by attendance, speaker line-ups and the volume of research presented. While these remain important, they are no longer sufficient. Today’s associations face a more fundamental question: How can a conference create lasting impact long after delegates return home? As industries grapple with rapid technological change, workforce shortages, economic uncertainty and rising expectations, conferences are evolving from annual knowledge-sharing events into strategic platforms that help shape the future of a profession. The upcoming 24th Asian Oceanian Congress of Radiology (AOCR), held jointly with the Singapore Congress of Radiology-WIRES (SGCR-WIRES) 2026, offers an […]

29 July 2026

APSAE Summit 2026: Building a New Playbook for Association Leadership in Asia-Pacific

The inaugural Asia Pacific Society of Association Executives (APSAE) Summit 2026, held on 24–25 July at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, arrived at an important moment for the region’s association sector. Bringing together more than 100 senior association leaders from 64 organisations across 16 countries, the summit was more than a professional development event. It marked the beginning of what APSAE hopes will become Asia-Pacific’s first dedicated professional community for association executives. More than 83% of delegates held C-suite, President, Secretary General, Founder or Director-level positions, representing organisations that collectively serve over 500,000 professionals and institutions across more than 100 countries. […]

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5 January 2026

Manila, Philippines

Asia Wind Energy Association

Philippines Offshore Wind Round Table 2025 The Philippines Offshore Wind Roundtable 2025, hosted by the Asia Wind Energy Association (AWEA), is a major event supporting the growth of offshore wind energy in the Philippines and across Southeast Asia. The roundtable gathered government officials, investors, developers, power-grid operators, and research experts to discuss the future of offshore wind and its role in national energy security, economic development, and climate action. As a regional leader, AWEA works to promote renewable energy adoption, policy alignment, and investment attraction. The event demonstrated clear environmental, social, and governance value. The conference covered key topics such as offshore […]

5 January 2026

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Australian Institute of Landscape Architects

Cool, Green Streets Workshop & AILA SUN End-of-Year Networking The Cool, Green Streets Workshop & AILA SUN End-of-Year Networking, hosted by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA), is one of the key annual events for landscape and urban design professionals. As a national body, AILA promotes nature-based solutions, green infrastructure, and healthy public environments. The event brought together landscape architects, urban planners, government officers, environmental researchers, and community partners to explore how design can strengthen city resilience and long-term sustainability. It showed how landscape architecture plays an important role in delivering ESG outcomes for Australian cities. The workshop focused on […]

5 January 2026

Christchurch, New Zealand

Health Informatics New Zealand HINZ

Digital Health Week NZ 2025 Digital Health Week NZ 2025, hosted by Health Informatics New Zealand (HINZ), is the country’s largest and most influential event dedicated to digital health transformation. Held in Christchurch, the conference gathers clinicians, IT professionals, government leaders, researchers, and Māori and Pacific health advocates to explore how digital technologies can enable a fairer, safer, and more sustainable national health system. The event strongly reflects New Zealand’s commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, emphasising how digital innovation supports long-term health equity and system resilience. Far more than a technical healthcare meeting, Digital Health Week NZ […]

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