What’s New This October?
Welcome to the October round-up. This edition covers recognition for our partner destinations, upcoming conversations on inclusive meetings and practical AI for associations, and a closer look at the Incredible Impacts Programme and Global Forum. As always, we also share the latest updates from across our network of partner cities.
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What’s New This September
Welcome to our September round-up at BestCities Global Alliance, where we spotlight the latest achievements and activities from across our global network. This edition features updates on the Incredible Impacts Programme and our team’s recent appearances at ASAE and IMEX America, alongside a packed month of conferences, cultural moments, and destination news from across our partner cities.
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IHPBA Wins Incredible Impacts Programme Seed Fund Grant as Main Grant Finalists are Announced
BestCities Global Alliance and ICCA recognise associations using international meetings to create lasting social, economic, and environmental impact BestCities Global Alliance and the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) are pleased to announce the International Hepato-Pancreato Biliary Association (IHPBA) as the recipient of the 2026 Incredible Impacts Programme (IIP) Seed Fund Grant. In partnership with
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What’s New This August
Welcome to our August round-up at BestCities Global Alliance, where we highlight this month’s key activities and achievements from across our global network. This edition features insightful updates from our Association Focus and Head Office Highlights, alongside vibrant news from our partner cities around the world. We’re also excited to welcome a new destination to the Alliance this month, along with details on the upcoming live discussion at the ASAE Annual Meeting and Exposition.
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BestCities Welcomes Kigali, Rwanda as Newest Member of Global Alliance
Kigali takes its place among the world’s leading convention destinations
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What’s New This July
This month’s round-up brings the latest from BestCities Global Alliance headquarters and our partner cities around the world, including updates on the 2027 Global Forum in Cape Town and a busy summer of events across our network.
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Harnessing AI for Event Success: Insights from the BestCities Community Cafe
The latest BestCities Global Alliance Community Cafe brought together industry leaders and innovative thinkers to discuss cutting-edge developments in event technology. With a focus on leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance association events, the session offered valuable insights into the potential of AI tools to revolutionise the meetings industry. The event was hosted by Gevme,
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BestCities Destinations Lead ICCA Rankings 2025 as Knowledge Economies Reshape Global Meetings
Six BestCities Global Alliance destinations ranked among the world’s top cities for international association meetings in the International Congress and Convention Association’s (ICCA) Globewatch Business Analytics 2025: City & Country Rankings report. The ICCA rankings 2025 reveal a decisive shift in how associations choose host cities for major international congresses. Research capability, innovation ecosystems, and
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What’s New This June
Welcome to the June round-up from BestCities Global Alliance. This month, we explore what inclusive event design really looks like in practice, share the latest ICCA rankings results, and hear what’s new from our partner destinations. From a packed programme at IMEX Frankfurt to major congresses landing across our partner cities, there is plenty to catch up on.
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Designing Inclusive Events: Creating Experiences Where Everyone Belongs
In today’s global meetings and events industry, inclusivity is no longer a “nice to have.” It is a fundamental part of designing meaningful, impactful experiences. From registration through to the onsite experience, every touchpoint shapes how attendees feel welcomed, represented, and supported.
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