A Global Gathering That Matters

Each year, IMEX Frankfurt serves as a powerful reminder of the role global events play in shaping the future of the meetings and association industry. As one of the largest and most influential international trade shows for meetings, events, and incentive travel, IMEX is more than just a marketplace—it’s a hub for innovation, partnership, and leadership.

For the AMC community, this global platform is invaluable. It connects our professionals with decision-makers, suppliers, and visionaries from around the world. It’s where strategy meets opportunity, and where AMCI members can show the world what association management companies do best: deliver measurable value and transformative impact.

AMCI's Biggest Year Yet

This year, AMCI made its strongest showing to date.

We brought together 20 professionals from 14 AMCs—including three board members—to participate in the AMCI Hosted Buyer group at IMEX Frankfurt 2025. Together, this group:

• Represented 312 associations, which spend a combined $64 million in annual meetings revenue
• Completed 383 high-impact appointments with leading global exhibitors
• Participated in targeted group meetings with AMCI’s strategic partners—conversations that were well-received and packed with potential

This wasn’t just AMCI’s largest group yet—it was also the most strategically engaged, with members actively advancing relationships and unlocking new opportunities on behalf of their clients.

AMCI Takes the Lead in Education

Another major highlight was AMCI’s strong presence in educational programming at IMEX. Across four sessions, AMCI leaders brought timely insights, emerging best practices, and fresh thinking to an international audience:

Through these sessions, AMCI didn’t just participate—we led. The content delivered by our community resonated deeply with attendees, reaffirming the association management model as a cornerstone of innovation in the global meetings space.

Special thanks to Emma Bennett for championing the Next-Gen workshop’s growth over the past two years, to Molly Marsh for filling in last minute to share her valuable experiences, and to Sarah and Jeanne for amplifying AMCI expertise on the global stage.

Why Global Events Like IMEX Matter

As associations navigate increasing complexity across borders, technologies, and member expectations, the need for global visibility, collaboration, and strategic partnerships has never been greater. Events like IMEX enable AMCs to:

• Benchmark globally while acting locally
• Stay ahead of trends shaping the future of association leadership
• Build relationships that extend value across industries and continents

For AMCI, our presence at IMEX is part of a broader commitment to thought leadership, professional development, and positioning our members to lead the next chapter of association evolution.

Let’s Keep the Momentum Going: Join AMCI at IMEX America – October 2025

Next stop: Las Vegas!
IMEX America returns October 7–9, 2025, and AMCI will once again organize a Hosted Buyer group for members eager to make meaningful connections and drive business results.

Interested in attending? We’re looking for AMC professionals ready to:

• Represent their AMC and client portfolio on a global stage
• Connect with industry leaders and AMCI partners
• Advance AMCI’s leadership in the meetings and events space

Spots are limited, and registration opens on June 11th. Email [email protected] to join the AMCI Hosted Buyers group!

Thank You

To everyone who joined us in Frankfurt: thank you for representing the AMC model with excellence and enthusiasm. You proved, once again, that AMCs are a force for innovation, scale, and strategic growth in the association space.

Together, we’re not just participating in the conversation - we’re helping to lead it.