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

Singapore Association of Plastic Surgeons (SAPS) — Annual Scientific Meeting 2025

Singapore Association of Plastic Surgeons (SAPS) — Annual Scientific Meeting 2025 Advancing Plastic Surgery Through Clinical Innovation, Patient-Centred Care, and Ethical Professional Standards The Singapore Association of Plastic Surgeons (SAPS) convened its Annual Scientific Meeting 2025, bringing together plastic surgeons, clinical researchers, and allied healthcare professionals to exchange knowledge on advances in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. As a leading professional forum, the meeting addressed evolving clinical techniques, patient safety considerations, and professional best practices within the specialty. More than a scientific gathering, the event reinforced SAPS’s commitment to excellence in surgical outcomes, continuous professional development, and responsible medical practice. Environmental […]

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 […]

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