The news: Christoph Tessmar has been elected President of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), taking the helm of the organisation that sets standards and advocacy priorities for the global conference industry. Tessmar was elected during ICCA's annual congress in Panama.
Why it matters for MICE operators: ICCA presidents influence industry regulations, visa policies, sustainability standards, and market access for conference organisers worldwide. New leadership often means shifts in advocacy priorities—whether toward hybrid events, carbon reporting, destination competitiveness, or member support. Indian PCOs and DMCs bidding for international congresses need to track these policy changes, as they affect bid criteria, client expectations, and operational compliance requirements for hosting global events.
The takeaway: Monitor ICCA's announcements under Tessmar's leadership for any new bidding criteria or destination standards that may affect your congress proposals.
Source: Kongres Magazine
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