On 22 October, over 90 IACC members came together in the UK and Sweden at the 2021 Europe Knowledge Festival. This event explored the ideas that are shaping the meeting experiences of tomorrow.
Keynote speaker, Julian Stubbs, founder and chairman of UP THERE, EVERYWHERE, shared his insights and experiences on building a successful €10M cloud-based brand & digital communications group with over 200 remote workers based in 20 locations worldwide. IACC members also explored the significance of mental health as a cornerstone to organisational strategy and policy with Chief Executive, Helen Moon from Eventwell.
Getting the IACC family together again with expert speakers and trusted vendors was a welcome opportunity and we thank you for all of your support. Stay tuned for additional learning and networking opportunities from IACC.
Here’s a look back at the 2021 IACC Knowledge Festival!
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Collaborating in the UK
Warwick Conferences – Scarman
The University of Warwick, Gibbet Hill Road Coventry, West Midlands
Our fantastic line-up of Speakers & Educational Sessions 🗣️📝
The Innovation Lab! 🔬💡
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Knowledge Festival Award Winners
We’re pleased to announce the following individuals for their commitment to delivering innovative and exceptional meeting experiences!
Better Tomorrow Award (Member)
In recognition of outstanding contributions to IACC Service Week 2021, Sigtunahöjden Hotel & Conference & Wyboston Lakes Resort were awarded the ‘IACC Better Tomorrow Award’ at the Europe Knowledge Festival.
Your passion, commitment, and time towards the initiative serve as examples to IACC members worldwide. We are grateful for your efforts in turning ideas into action to positively impact: People, the Community, and the Environment. 🌎❤️
Better Tomorrow Award (Member)
In recognition of outstanding contributions to IACC Service Week 2021, Sigtunahöjden Hotel & Conference & Wyboston Lakes Resort were awarded the ‘IACC Better Tomorrow Award’ at the Europe Knowledge Festival.
Your passion, commitment, and time towards the initiative serve as examples to IACC members worldwide. We are grateful for your efforts in turning ideas into action to positively impact: People, the Community, and the Environment. 🌎❤️
Better Tomorrow Award of Achievement (Committee)
Hayley Chilver from De Vere & Maria Griffiths from etc.venues, were awarded the ‘Better Tomorrow Award of Achievement’ at the 2021 Europe Knowledge Festival in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the IACC Better Tomorrow Committee! 👏
Thank you for all of your time and dedication to helping IACC launch its new social responsibility initiative. Your leadership has made a significant positive impact on both the organisation and those in need. 🌎❤️
IACC Regional Ambassador
At #EKF21, IACC awarded Marlene Horsbøl Sylvester-Hvid, CEO at Danske Konferencecentre, as the 2021 Regional Ambassador! 🏆🌍
Marlene successfully re-established the IACC Denmark community in such a short time, which is now a thriving network and growing membership for the Europe chapter. She embraces IACC’s global knowledge and trends while actively recruiting IACC leaders to participate in regional meetings and educational sessions – elevating the brand in the Danish Meetings industry at large.
Thank you Marlene for your contributions to the European board and efforts in representing the Danish community’s interests! 👏
Europe Distinguished Service Award
IACC was proud to award Pieter Allaerts, Director of Sales & Marketing at DOLCE LA HULPE, the Europe Distinguished Service Award at #EKF21! 🏆👏
Pieter has been a standout contributor to the IACC community since joining the Europe Board:
– Contributing to IACC webinars and panel sessions
– Fostering strong relationships with European chapter networks
– Driving new member development in the North Sea region
– Organized the North Sea Copper Skillet
– Hosted the #EKF19 in Brussels, at their home city & venue
– Leads by example, earning the coveted Events Industry Council Gold Sustainable Event Standard
Congratulations Pieter, we are grateful for your contributions to the IACC global community! 🌎👍
