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Sunday, November 1
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Board of Directors meeting (by invitation only) - "Final Meeting of the 2023-2026 Board"
Board of Directors
07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Board of Directors Dinner (by invitation only)
Board of Directors
Monday, November 2
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Chapter Meetings (UFI Members only)
UFI Chapter Meeting
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Associations Committee Meeting (by invitation only)
Associations Committee
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Networking Session
Networking
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Welcome Lunch
Networking
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
General Assembly (UFI Members only)
General Assembly
02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Board of Directors meeting (by invitation only) - "First Meeting of the 2026-2029 Board"
Board of Directors
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Xchange Sessions
Xchange Session
07:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Networking
Tuesday, November 3
06:30 AM - 07:45 AM
UFI Sports Club
Networking
09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Official Congress Opening
Congress Session
09:30 AM - 10:10 AM
Keynote Speaker
Congress Session
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
From Uncertainty to Opportunity: Rebuilding Confidence and Accelerating Growth
Congress Session
As our industry navigates geopolitical uncertainty and shifting market conditions, what will it take to rebuild confidence and accelerate growth? This session explores how governments, tourism authorities, destinations and industry leaders can work together to support recovery, strengthen resilience and create the conditions for a more confident and sustainable future.
11:05 AM - 11:50 AM
Networking Break
Networking
11:05 AM - 11:50 AM
Bate Papo Corner: Talks, Ideas, Exchange
Networking
Running alongside the networking break, Bate-Papo (bah-tchee-PA-poo) is an informal space for dynamic, small-group conversations. Inspired by the Portuguese term for “chat,” it empowers attendees to shape the dialogue and learn from each other in an open, participatory setting. Located in the heart of the coffee and networking area, it’s the perfect spot for candid exchanges and sharing insights.
11:50 AM - 12:00 PM
UFI Awards Presentation
Congress Session
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Insight Series – Ideas in Action
Insight
01:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Networking Lunch
Networking
02:15 PM - 03:00 PM
State of the Industry
Congress Session
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Networking Break
Networking
04:00 PM - 04:20 PM
The Organiser of the Future? Building the Next Generation of Global Events Businesses
Congress Session
04:25 PM - 05:00 PM
The Community We Create - How the Exhibition Ecosystem Can Build Communities That Last Beyond the Event
Insight
Exhibitions bring together a unique ecosystem of organisers, venues, destinations, suppliers and partners - but what role does each play in creating a genuine sense of community? This panel explores how the industry can move beyond simply bringing people together to creating environments where people feel connected, engaged and part of something that continues beyond the event itself. From the experiences we design to the spaces we create and the relationships we build, what can each part of the ecosystem do differently to turn audiences into communities?
05:00 PM - 05:40 PM
Designing Experiences for Changing Audience Expectations
Congress Session
How are leading organisers responding to changing audience expectations and creating more engaging, relevant experiences? Mark Brewster of Explori will open the session with fresh research and insights into what audiences want and how expectations are evolving, before a panel of industry leaders explores how they are adapting their event models, experiences and approaches to engagement - and what is delivering real impact.
07:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Congress Dinner
Networking
Wednesday, November 4
08:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Networking Refreshments
Networking
09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Building a World Class Portfolio (to One of the Top 20 Organisers by Revenue) Within Four Years
Congress Session
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Next Generation Leaders
Congress Session
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Networking Break
Networking
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Bate Papo Corner: Talks, Ideas, Exchange
Networking
Running alongside the networking break, Bate-Papo (bah-tchee-PA-poo) is an informal space for dynamic, small-group conversations. Inspired by the Portuguese term for “chat,” it empowers attendees to shape the dialogue and learn from each other in an open, participatory setting. Located in the heart of the coffee and networking area, it’s the perfect spot for candid exchanges and sharing insights.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
The Global Economic Outlook
Congress Session
This session will provide a look at the forces shaping the global economy and what they mean for the exhibitions industry. Exploring the outlook for growth, trade, investment and geopolitical uncertainty, we will consider the key economic trends businesses need to understand, and where the opportunities and risks lie in the years ahead.
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Congress Session
Congress Session
12:45 PM - 02:00 PM
Closing Lunch
Networking
02:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Host Session
Congress Session
04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Closing Ceremony
Congress Session
Thursday, November 5
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Post-Congress Tour - Tradition to Modern: A Cultural Journey Through Bahrain
Networking
Experience Bahrain through a thoughtfully curated journey that brings together the country's vibrant traditions, artistic innovation, and rich maritime heritage...