What’s on
Expect expert speakers, brand-new ideas and plentiful inspiration at 250-plus educational and networking events – and an exhilarating exhibition.
Find an event or education session
Whether you want to keep up with fast-changing event trends, explore event tech, polish your professional skills or connect with your peers, our groundbreaking free programme has it covered.
See what was on
Re-live IMEX 2018 through our video, photo gallery, Dailies, press releases and Facebook. We hope you had a ball!
At the show
3,500+
Exhibitors
160+
Countries
250+
Education sessions
10
Tracks
Education at IMEX
However you prefer to learn, and however much time you have, we have the format for you.
Campfires
The chance to interact with the speaker and your peers in small group sessions based on informal discussion.
Hot topic tables
Take advantage of valuable peer-to-peer learning with small, moderated discussions with your peers on topics relevant to you.
Expert clinics
Ask more in-depth questions at one-to-one sessions with IMEX speakers on one of the topics offered at the show.
Research pod
Get the lowdown on the latest industry research from industry experts in small group sessions. Your opportunity to keep up to date with fast-changing trends.
Play room
Experience and play with a variety of tools and techniques designed to make meetings more interactive. Powered by Play with a Purpose.
Seminars
Absorb the vision and expertise of our industry experts at classroom-style learning sessions.
White space
Use our white space for a planned and purposeful pause in your day - or for focused time with a speaker after a seminar.
EduMonday
Immersive, inspiring and free professional education
More events at IMEX
Show themes
Explore our show themes, whether you want to embrace legacy, experience the power of live, support CSR and sustainability, tap into event tech or be well at IMEX.
Be well at IMEX
Look after yourself during show time with our opportunities to relax, refresh and revive
Live and experiential
Experience the power of live by diving into a whole new world of experiential activity.
CSR and sustainability
Help us tread lightly on our world by supporting our CSR and sustainability initiatives.
CMP
Attending education at IMEX is a great way to accumulate CE (Continuing Education) hours for the CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) designation. Pick up a Show Planner when you arrive or search our programme to view credits allocated. Note that you'll need to keep track of CE hours you accumulate yourself.
ILEA Approved
At IMEX you can also attend education that complements the ILEA (International Live Events Association) curriculum. Search our programme or pick up a Show Planner and look for ILEA Approved to find education designed for you - the creative event professional.