As a young professional attending IMEX Las Vegas, the Next Generation Workshop on October 7th for is a must-attend. Titled “Meeting the Future: Cultivating Leadership in a Globalised Workforce”, this 2-hour workshop with IAPCO, AIPC, IFES and AMC Institute members is packed with insights to shape your career in the meetings industry, and is open to EVERYONE. Both the opening keynote and the panel discussion are designed to provide valuable insights, but they focus on different aspects of leadership and industry development. Here’s a breakdown of how they differ:
Opening Address: “Evolving Leadership for the Greater Good”
Speaker: Estefanía Zarate Angarita
Focus: The keynote will center around the idea of leadership evolving beyond individual goals to prioritize collective well-being and sustainable development. Emerging leaders must think beyond personal success and focus on leadership that contributes to the greater good to make a broader, positive impact on society and the meetings industry.
Why it Matters: For young professionals, this is a chance to reflect on how you can shape your leadership journey to be more purpose-driven, aligning with the increasing demand for responsible leadership in the meetings sector.
Panel Discussion: Collaboration Across Generations and Cultures
Moderator: Estefanía Zárate Angarita
Panelists: Paco Collazo, Steve Riches, Emma Bennet, Nicole Walker
Focus: The panel will dive into the practical aspects of leadership in a globalized workforce, specifically addressing the need for cross-generational and cross-cultural collaboration. The discussion will cover how leaders can better adapt to a changing global landscape and make space for emerging leaders, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
Key Takeaways:
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- Adaptive Leadership: How leaders can remain flexible and responsive in an evolving industry.
- Inclusivity for Emerging Markets: A discussion on whether enough space is being created for leaders from developing regions, and how organizations can do better in empowering them beyond being sources of labor.
- Knowledge Sharing: How current leaders can create more platforms for mentorship and skills exchange with emerging professionals.
- Collaboration: Insights on how to foster more effective cooperation between leaders of different generations and cultures, ensuring that the meetings industry advances holistically.
Why it Matters: This is where young professionals can learn the tangible skills and strategies needed to thrive in a global, diverse workforce. It emphasizes the practical steps you can take to become an adaptive, inclusive, and collaborative leader.
Spaces are limited, first come, first served! Register here surveymonkey.com/r/NextGenWorkshop_IMEX_LV
INFO
Monday, 7 October, 2024
15:00 – 17:00
IMEX, Las Vegas
