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As a result of the above structural changes, the establishment "AFEA CONGRESS SOCIETE ANONYME COMMERCIAL HOTEL TOURISM AND CONFERENCE COMPANY" ("AFEA CONGRESS", afeacongress.gr), will continue its operation as a development force of the Meetings industry in Greece. The following sectors contributed to AFEA Congress are a) Congress - Professional Congress Organizer/Event Planner/Association Management; and b) Groups & Incentives. The sectors remaining under AFEA TRAVEL S.A. are a) Travel and Corporate Travel Services; and b) Destination Management Company (DMC) – Luxury Travel.

The International Federation of Exhibition Services (IFES) is dedicated to advancing excellence and innovation in the exhibition industry through a series of educational initiatives. Under the leadership of the IFES Education Committee, these initiatives aim to empower members with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the global marketplace. Following the resounding success of MasterClass 23 - Frankfurt: “Futureproof your career in Exhibitions” in November 2023, MasterClass 24 - North America, "Invest in International Exhibition Excellence," is set to take place on May 16-17, 2024, in partnership with The Experiential Designers and Producers Association (EDPA).

Kenes Group, the leading global Professional Conference Organiser (PCO) and Association Management Company (AMC) is proud to announce the election of Limor Cunia, Vice President of Clients and Operations, as a Council Member at the International Association of Professional Conference Organisers (IAPCO) General Assembly 2024.

Messe Frankfurt Locations streamed an insightful episode of their digital series, "Deep Dive: Sustainability at Events," on February 1st. The panel, featuring Michael Biwer, Vivien Altmann-Morelli, and Ben Wielgus, explored crucial questions surrounding sustainability strategies in event planning.

OIC Group, the International Professional Congress Organizer operating in the healthcare sector, announces the achievement of ISO 20121 certification as an integral part of a broader and more ambitious strategy to attain 360-degree sustainability. This milestone marks a crucial chapter in OIC Group's established history, as a company that has consistently demonstrated a profound commitment to environmental, social, and economic sustainability in the organization of its events.