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The International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) is a not-for-profit membership association and the only international accreditation organisation for professional conference organisers.
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Raising the levels of professionalism and advocating on the economic and social impact value that our industry brings to communities around the world.
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IAPCO Membership is the epitome of excellence for PCOs in the global business events industry.
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Education is at the core of IAPCO and everything the Association does revolves around it.
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IAPCO partners are organisations that have aligned themselves with IAPCO’s mission to promote the professional development of congress organisers and the industry.
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Excellence in Professional Congress Organisation

The International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) is a not-for-profit membership association and the only international accreditation body for professional congress organisers (PCOs). IAPCO Members are companies, not individuals, that meet rigorous application standards, consistently delivering high-quality PCO services. Representing 92 member companies with 180 registered offices globally, IAPCO is dedicated to promoting excellence in professional congress organisation.

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Recognising the best-qualified professional congress organisers and building strong and mutually focused relationships to achieve great results for the meetings and events industry.

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IAPCO firmly believes education is essential to further and maintain a high professional standard in the organisation and administration of congresses, conferences and other international and national meetings or special events.

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Elevate your brand and influence the global meetings and events industry by partnering with IAPCO. Reach a vast network of industry leaders, professionals and experts. Collaborate with us to shape the future of the business events industry and create meaningful, lasting impressions.

26 – 28 March 2025

IAPCO and Leading Centres of Europe Workshop 2025

After 2 successful years of diving into our joint business models, strategic partnerships and collaboration, we are excited to present to you a new installment of our annual senior leader workshop, co-hosted by IAPCO and the Leading Centres of Europe! This year’s focus is Communication & Storytelling.

Austria

28 April – 1 May 2025

Arabian Travel Market 2025

IAPCO CEO Martin Boyle will represent IAPCO at Arabian Travel Market 2025. If you are attending, we invite you to take the opportunity to meet and connect with IAPCO at this premier event.

Dubai

20 – 22 May 2025

IMEX 2025

Where the global meetings, events and incentive travel industry comes together annually for the largest trade show of its kind in Europe.

Germany

IAPCO welcomes our new President

Sissi Lignou is IAPCO's new President, officially elected on 23rd February 2025. Based in Athens, Greece, Sissi is the President and CEO of IAPCO Member company, AFEA Congress and has served on IAPCO Council for 6 years.

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