Conferli - The conference matchmaking platform

💾 Get access to data: Board member insights for association conferences: Earlier this year, we tested something BIG: daily research into the current board members of European associations. The results? Destinations saw the value immediately, using this data to directly connect with key decision-makers. So, we didn’t stop there… 🔍 Now, we're going big! Our new database is packed with up-to-date board member info for all sorts of associations, giving you access to the people who matter most. 💡 Here’s the exciting news: We’re currently building an exclusive new tool in our existing dashboard ( see a first glimpse of what it will look like in the picture below), which will be available from 2025 for those who sign up for it. This paid add-on gives your team direct access to this goldmine of contact details of boardmembers, helping you jumpstart conversations and position your destination for success. But why wait? Now’s the perfect time to start the conversation as everyone is planning their budgets for next year! Want to get a head start ? Let’s talk! Whether it’s a quick chat or meeting at IBTM World in #Barcelona, we’d love to show you how this data can fuel your strategy for 2025 and beyond. 💼✨ Curious to know more? Drop us a message or schedule a meeting with one us, see the link to our agenda's in the comments. 👇

🚨 Breaking News: The latest Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement)-Index results are in, and guess what? Helsinki just took the crown as the " Most Sustainable Travel Destination!" according to the GDS index🏆🎉 Huge congrats to Helsinki Convention Bureau—how cool is that? 👏 But that's not all—We’ve just updated our platform with the freshest sustainability data! 🌍 Now, you can "match, view, and compare" all the destinations that matter to your conference. Want to see how your favorite city stacks up? It's never been easier to find the perfect destination that fits your event like a glove. 🧤✨ Check out the latest GDS Index results, explore sustainable cities, and start planning your next conference with confidence. Let’s make your event #impactful and #sustainable! 🌱 #GDSIndex #SustainableTravel #ConferencePlanning #EcoEvents #HelsinkiOnTop #associations

🎤 We’re speaking at IBTM Events – and we couldn’t be more excited!🚀 Catch Nienke and Bregje on the Impact Stage on Thursday, 21st Nov from 10:30 - 10:50 for their session:   Shaping the Future of RFPs: Insights for Association Conferences." They'll reveal fresh insights from our latest market study about the RFP of the future and explore how to transform RFPs to be smarter, faster, and aligned with today’s key trends like #sustainability and #digitalization. This session is packed with practical takeaways that will help you improve and speed up your RFP game! 🎯 Mark your calendars – see you there! 💬   #IBTM2024 #ConferenceInnovation #Sustainability #RFPs #AssociationConferences ps We used ChatGPT to create this imagine...come and look for yourself if our stage looks like this at IBTM! ;)

🎙️ New Podcast Episode 🎙️ Brightelm's Event Health Check: Future-Proofing Association Conferences In this episode of Conferli the Podcast, I’m thrilled to be joined by Rob Eveleigh, Managing Director of Brightelm - The Event Agency for Associations , an award-winning event services company. 🌟 We dive deep into Brightelm's Association Events Health Check, an innovative tool designed to help associations future-proof their events. Rob shares his expertise on: ▶️ What the Events Health Check is and why it’s critical for associations 📊 ▶️How associations can prepare for the future of conferences 🔮 ▶️Key strategies for improving event performance and member engagement 🚀 If you’re involved in organizing association conferences or curious about how to adapt to the evolving event landscape, this is a must-listen! 🔗 Listen now on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ejTk2ciK #Podcast #EventManagement #AssociationEvents #Brightelm #EventStrategy #ConferenceHealthCheck #FutureOfConferences #Conferli #EventServices

Help Us Shape the Future of Subventions in the Events Industry! As you all know, in collaboration with #MEET4IMPACT#MEET4IMPACT and Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement),we're embarking on an exciting research journey and we are starting today to design the survey with the topic: ▶️ Fostering change through subventions: Exploring the potential of subventions in promoting sustainable and impact initiatives.” What’s it all about? We’re investigating how subventions—(financial) support offered by destinations—can drive positive change in the events industry by promoting sustainability and societal impact. With the increasing importance of these factors, it's time to understand how subventions are being used and where there’s room for improvement. But we need your 🫵 help to shape this research! We're crafting a survey aimed at global convention bureaus to uncover: - What’s happening in the market right now - The obstacles and challenges faced in using subventions to foster sustainable initiatives ▶️ How can you get involved? Whether you're a #conventionbureau or an #association, we want your input to help us ask the right questions! Share your thoughts in the comments 👇 or send us a message 📩 —your insights will help us develop the questions that matter most. Together, we can discover how subventions can become a driving force for sustainable and impactful change! ☘️ 🌍

Recap Impact Day in Flanders – A Day of Inspiration and Innovation! Last Monday , we had the privilege of attending Impact Day at the stunning Saint Magdalene’s Church in Bruges—a venue that perfectly embodied the spirit of the future. Its unique, open atmosphere set the tone for a day dedicated to reimagining the role of business events in creating long-lasting social and environmental change. We loved the space, as it sparked creativity and reinforced the event's focus on building a better, more resilient future. The program was packed with insightful sessions: - Industry leaders from associations like European Academy of Childhood-onset Disability ,European Federation of Food Science and Technology , and EASL | The Home of Hepatology shared their experiences on how they drive positive outcomes for members and communities. - Piet Colruyt, Founder of Impact House, gave an inspiring talk on how to unlock funding for impactful initiatives. - Jan Beyne, Sustainability Expert from Antwerp Management School, provided a fantastic introduction to what impact really means, bringing clarity to sustainable practices for events. - Networking with over 100 industry friends and colleagues presented valuable opportunities to strengthen global partnerships aimed at driving meaningful change. And not to forget we were super excited to launch our newest research project: Fostering Change through Subventions: Exploring the Potential of Subventions in Promoting Sustainable and Impact Initiatives. Our session focused on investigating the current subvention practices in the industry, exploring what convention bureaus are offering, and whether they understand how and if subventions can be a true driver of change. We presented best practices and opened up the discussion on what subvention as a driver of change means in the pre/during and post stages of the conference. The session revealed that while there is strong belief in the potential of subventions to shape the future, most are unsure about how to incorporate them into their policies, especially given the KPIs set by local governments. We're excited to continue exploring how subventions can be better used to create more sustainable and impactful events. A huge thank you to our partners VISITFLANDERS Convention Bureau, #MEET4IMPACT, Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement) for making Impact Day such a success! Let’s continue building towards a more sustainable future for business events. #ImpactDay #Sustainability #SubventionsForChange #Flanders #Associations #ConferenceInnovation

🌟 New (remote) addition to the team 🌟 We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with the incredibly talented and experienced Mirjam Herpst-van de Kamp, former Director of Conventions at Rotterdam Ahoy, who is joining us on an exciting journey to grow our business and develop our updated Research Module in the new Enhance & Elevate Membership plan! Mirjam has been embracing a new way of living, traveling the seas with her family, and we are beyond excited that she has chosen to channel her vast industry expertise into these transformative projects. Her strategic insights and innovative mindset are already making waves (pun intended 😉), and we couldn’t be happier to have her on board. 🤝 Together, we’re shaping the future of conferences by creating tailored solutions for convention bureaus, and the Research Module as well as the Enhance & Elevate Membership is set to become a game-changer in 2025. Welcome aboard, Mirjam! 🌊 Ps: want to learn more about our Enhance & Elevate Membership, comment below and we will get in touch! #growingtheteam #startup #industryexpert

✨ We are live from Impact Day in the beautiful city of Bruges, organized by VISITFLANDERS Convention Bureau! 🌍 This morning has been packed with insightful discussions about the direct and indirect impact we create—both positive and negative. We’ve also had the privilege of getting an early look at Visit Flanders’ new methodology for crafting truly impactful events. Looking ahead to the afternoon, we are excited to kick off our own research project, exploring how subventions can drive impact and sustainability in the event industry. Can subventions be a game-changer for more responsible and impactful meetings? We believe they can—and we’re diving into the research to find out! 💡 Stay tuned for more updates! #ImpactDay #Sustainability #EventIndustry #Bruges #Research #Conferli #VisitFlanders

🚀 Conferli's Q3 highlights 🚀 We've had an exciting few months, and here’s a sneak peek at what we’ve been up to: 🎉 Summer Challenge success! A huge congrats to #Bremen Convention Bureau and VISITFLANDERS Convention Bureau for standing out with creative posts and winning the Summer Challenge, overall the challenge generated 21,000+ views and loads of engagement! 💼 2025 membership revamp We're offering more value than ever with our new Basic Membership—including premium features for more information reach out to us! 🌍 New cities on board We’re thrilled to welcome Hamburg Convention Bureau and Bilbao Convention Bureau to the Conferli platform! Want the full update? Drop a comment or check your inbox! 📧 #EventPlanning #Conferences #Sustainability #AssociationEvents #ConferenceFuture

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We're thrilled to announce that we will be attending the BEFuture Innovation Forum in Barcelona on November 18th, 2024, right before IBTM World ! This forum brings together cross-sector experts to dive deep into the big questions surrounding sustainability, digitalization, and the future of the business events industry. 💡 Why are we attending? Because we believe that #innovation and #sustainability are crucial for driving change in our sector. In addition to the forum, we’re excited to share that Conferli will be participating in the BEFuture Acceleration Programme, where we’ll be pitching our bold ideas and transform them into practical solutions—with the potential of securing a €30,000 grant! 🔍 What can you expect at the Innovation Forum? - Co-ideation workshops - Presentations on global trends in sustainability and digitalization - Networking opportunities with industry leaders - The launch of BEFuture's White Paper on the Future of Business Events We’re looking forward to connecting with other like-minded organizations and exploring how we can work together to innovate and create lasting impact in the business events industry. See you in Barcelona! 💬 Let’s innovate together! 🌍 #Innovation #Sustainability #BusinessEvents #DigitalTransformation #BEFuture #Conferli #IBTM