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Some people travel to take a break from work, see the world and get vivid impressions. Others combine business with pleasure and travel to build professional connections, learn about new trends in their industry and find potential clients in the international market. For fresh knowledge and global networking, head to conferences and trade shows. After all, no matter how good and attractive online meetings are, live meetings give more obvious results.
However, there are so many events going on now that it is difficult to choose which one to invest your time and money in. Therefore, we have collected the most interesting conferences and exhibitions for which you can organize
When: June 26–27
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Industry: Information technology and human resources
Already from the name it is clear that the conference was created specifically for women who are building their careers in the technology sector. However, as the organizers promise, there will be “no vanilla talk.” The conference program is structured in such a way as to introduce current topics, innovations and advances in technology that can be applied in your work right now. The focus of the event is on the introduction of technology into business processes and the sustainable combination of digital technologies and human resources.
If you wish, you can get a 15-minute consultation on professional tasks from career coaches. Or visit the high technology exhibition presented at the conference.
After the first day, event guests will enjoy a corporate drinks reception where they can network with potential employers and colleagues.
Standard tickets cost €275 + tax, but prices will increase closer to the event.
Bits & Pretzels HealthTech Conference
When: June 5 – 6
Industry: Healthcare and digital technologies
One of the largest startup conferences in the health technology field, it accommodates more than 2,500 people. These include investors, politicians, insurers, clinic representatives and pharmacists. The event brings together those who want to improve the level of healthcare through technology and innovation.
Everyone’s goals are different: finding an investor, increasing brand awareness, new knowledge and connections.
The educational part of the conference focuses on the development of healthcare in the future.
Global Fashion Management Conference
When: November 11 – 14
Industry: Fashion and management
Milan in November will welcome everyone involved in fashion at the Global Conference dedicated to the fashion industry.
The conference theme “Marketing and Management in the Digital Transformation of Fashion” will bring together well-known scientists and business practitioners in the field of fashion and management. In joint sessions, they will highlight current issues and present concepts on this and related topics.
The University of Milan will kindly provide its classrooms for the conference. So this is a great opportunity not only to get involved in the fashion industry, but also to go to the most beautiful Italian city. Read the article about what to see in Milan.
Internationale Tourismus-Börse Berlin
When: March 5 – 7
Where: Berlin, Germany
Industry: Travel and tourism
ITB Berlin is one of the largest congresses in the tourism industry, attracting more than 10 thousand participants. In the labyrinth of numerous stands you can find information about various countries and destinations, hotels and tourism associations, booking systems and transport operators. This platform is ideal for establishing connections between businessmen in the tourism sector.
The cost of participation in the exhibition is from €33.5.
World News Media Congress
When: May 27 – 29
Where: Copenhagen, Denmark
Industry: Media
A full-scale event that, on the occasion of its 75th anniversary, will combine the annual Congress with the European Digital Media Conference, study tours and additional workshops. This means more international experts and discussions with preliminary research on the future of the media.
The event is ideal for editors, journalists and media managers.
Tickets purchased before the end of March will cost from €1,290.
2024 UN Climate Change Conference
When: November 11 – 22
Where: Baku, Azerbaijan
Industry: Climate and ecology
This year, the UN Climate Change Conference will be held in Azerbaijan, which has caused discontent among climate activists and politicians in a number of countries.
As during previous conferences, the main topic will be discussion of some points of the Paris Agreement, such as measures to limit global warming, adaptation to climate change and financing of these activities.