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Business events activities

The Business Events team, alongside our nation partners, support convention bureaus and destination partners to connect with corporate event organisers, incentive houses, agencies and association organisers from global territories.

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Across the year, the business events team organise activities for you to meet and network with international event buyers who book meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions.

This work is supported by the team in promoting Britain and our three nations to event buyers across global territories, seeking new business enquiries and opportunities.

Learn more about our business events nation partners:

Discover what England can offer your future business events and connect with a member of the MeetEngland team.

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Your partners in Scotland for conferences, conventions, meetings, incentives and more.

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Business events activities in 2024

In 2024, the Business Events team will be attending and exhibiting at the following trade-shows and activities:

IMEX Frankfurt 2024

In May 2024, the MeetEngland team will be attending leading business events trade show, IMEX Frankfurt on the official MeetEngland stand, taking part in scheduled appointments and networking opportunities with global event planners and associations.

IMEX America 2024 

The MeetEngland team will be joined by English stand partners on the official MeetEngland stand, taking part in scheduled appointments and networking opportunities with global event planners and associations at this leading business events trade show in Las Vegas.

IBTM World 2024 

In November 2024, the MeetEngland team will be on stand at this leading events trade show in Barcelona, taking part in scheduled appointments and networking opportunities with global event planners and associations.

VisitBritain Association Conference

In February 2024, join our educational conference and workshop in Edinburgh. Welcoming British nation and city convention bureaus alongside international associations and professional congress organisers.

North America East Coast Trade Mission

In March 2024, attend events and sales calls in New York City, Washington DC and area with meeting and incentive planners and associations who book international events. Mission designated for city convention bureaus only.

Germany Trade Mission

In July 2024, MeetEngland will be hosting a trade mission across three German cities to meet meeting and incentive planners who book international events. Mission designated for city convention bureaus only.

Meet us at industry events

We represent Britain and England at various events throughout the year. Contact us to arrange a meeting, or discover how we can showcase your product or destination.

PCMA Convening Leaders 

Featuring business events leaders and industry trailblazers, this event features learning, networking and inspiration. Takes place in January 2024 – in San Diego, USA.

 

ICCA UK and Ireland Chapter Conference

This is the annual gathering for members of the UK and Ireland chapter of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA). Takes place in February 2024 – in Belfast, NI.

The Meetings Show 

We connect with MICE suppliers and buyers from across the UK and internationally, to generate valuable new leads and exposure. Takes place from 19-20 June 2024 – in London, UK.

PCMA EMEA 

This three-day event unites the global business events industry for networking and keynote speeches. Takes place from Sept 30 - Oct 2 2024 in Barcelona Spain

ICCA Annual Congress

The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) hosts its flagship congress for the global meetings industry. Takes place in October 2024 in Abu Dhabi. 



 

The Business of Events: UK Policy Forum

The UK Policy Forum brings together senior business events leaders, policymakers, politicians, government officials, media and industry stakeholders to discuss the development of a long-term policy agenda for the sector. Takes place in November 2024 - in London, UK.

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