Join us for an inspiring and practical session designed for AMC professionals who are ready to make a difference. This EduSeries webinar will explore how your events in Europe can drive sustainability and leave a lasting legacy—for your members, your mission, and the communities you serve.

Sustainability and Legacy: Creating Impact When Bringing Events to Europe     

Thursday, June 26 | 1:00 PM (Eastern)

What You’ll Learn:

• Meet the Experts: Hear from the Copenhagen, Vienna, and Barcelona Convention Bureaus on how they support AMCs in planning impactful, sustainable events.
• Designing for Impact: Discover how to create events that reduce environmental footprints while delivering social and economic value.
• Measuring What Matters: Learn about tools and metrics to evaluate your sustainability efforts and communicate success.
• Real-World Inspiration: Explore case studies from the European CVB Hub that showcase events making a meaningful difference.

This is your opportunity to elevate your event strategy and align with global sustainability goals—while showcasing leadership in the association space.

Mark your calendars and register to be part of the movement toward more responsible, legacy-driven events

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Gerda-Marie Rist                                                                       Cathrine Seidel Tvede

 Head of Copenhagen Legacy Lab, PhD                                Senior Bid Manager - Congress

Copenhagen Convention Bureau                                            Copenhagen Convention Bureau

Markus Heigl, CICE                                                                     Anna Llumà

Manager Associations                                                              Legacy Coordinator

Vienna Convention Bureau                                                         Barcelona Convention Bureau

 Anna Bueno

 Association Meetings Manager

 Barcelona Convention Bureau

In today’s world, associations are increasingly called upon to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable practices while creating meaningful legacies for their members and the communities they serve. This webinar will provide valuable insights and actionable strategies to help you align your events with these goals.

Key Topics Include:

Introduction of European CVB: Learn how co-hosts, Copenhagen CVB, Vienna CVB and the Barcelona CVB can support you with planning future meetings within their destinations.

Creating Lasting Impact: Learn how to design events that not only minimize environmental footprints but also foster social and economic benefits for local communities.

Measuring Success: Explore tools and methodologies for assessing the impact of your sustainability efforts and communicating your achievements to your audience.

Case Studies: Gain inspiration from the European CVB Hub on successful European events that have effectively integrated sustainability and left a lasting legacy.

This webinar is a unique opportunity for association management professionals to enhance their understanding of sustainable event practices and how they can create a positive impact.

Don’t miss this chance to elevate your association’s event strategy and contribute to a more sustainable future. Register today and be part of the change!

• Gerda-Marie Rist, Head of Copenhagen Legacy Lab, PhD, Copenhagen Convention Bureau

Gerda-Marie is a pharmacist by education and has worked for many years in life-science, spending +15 years in the pharmaceutical industry where she initially worked with drug development and later with project & programme management and strategy. She has also worked with public-private collaborations and international branding of Danish life science and healthcare. She joined the Copenhagen Convention Bureau in 2023, where her work has focused on legacy, primarily within three strongholds of Copenhagen; life-science, green transition, and information & communications technology.

• Cathrine Seidel Tvede, Senior Bid Manager - Congress, Copenhagen Convention Bureau

Cathrine holds more than 15 years of experience in the global meetings industry and oversees business development in North America and Europe. In her work, Cathrine utilizes her industry expertise to focus greatly on industry-boosting projects that work to upskill the local workforce and promote health and safety in meetings.

• Markus Heigl, CICE, Manager Associations, Vienna Convention Bureau

Markus holds over 10 years of experience in the meeting and hospitality industry, currently working as Manager – Associations at the Vienna Convention Bureau. In addition to his work with the Vienna Convention Bureau, Markus also works within the Business-to-Business development of the Vienna Tourist Board. Throughout his work, Markus is dedicated to sharing worthwhile insight and creating unforgettable experiences.

• Anna Llumà Legacy Coordinator, Barcelona Convention Bureau

Specialized in Sustainability and Events, Anna joined the Barcelona Convention Bureau in 2024 to develop and manage the Legacy Program. With previous experience in research across the fields of philanthropy, social impact, and the third sector, she brings a strategic and purpose-driven approach to event legacy planning. Her background includes analyzing data, designing tools to assess and measure social impact, and fostering cross-sector partnerships. Anna combines strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills with a passion for inclusive, long-term value creation, helping associations engage with the local community and leave a meaningful legacy in the city.

• Anna Bueno, Association Meetings Manager, Barcelona Convention Bureau
  

With a background spanning several years in tourism, Anna joined the Barcelona Convention Bureau, and has been there for 25 years. Through her position of Association Meetings Manager, Anna has been able to develop a deep knowledge of the Conference business, specifically in the Association Market. With a knack for coordination and development, Anna oversees Association Meetings from beginning to very end.