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Auckland Set to Host IAPCO EDGE 2026 with Immersive Professional Development Programmes Elevating Skills, Strategy and Global Collaboration
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January 22, 2026
Auckland is poised to become a global centre for professional development in March 2026, as the International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) brings its premier education programme, IAPCO EDGE, to the city from 16–19 March. The programme will take place at the newly completed New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC), drawing conference organisers, business events specialists, in-house event teams, and association professionals from across the world.
IAPCO EDGE is widely recognised as one of the most impactful learning programmes for professionals in the meetings and events sector. Designed to sharpen strategic insight, enhance operational excellence, and equip participants with advanced skills, the programme addresses the increasingly complex demands of global conference management. Combining immersive workshops, hands-on exercises, and interactive learning, EDGE goes beyond conventional professional training, offering participants a transformative experience that fosters both skill development and innovative thinking.
The Auckland edition carries special significance, marking ten years since the city hosted the inaugural EDGE seminar. This milestone is part of a year-long celebration acknowledging the growth and evolution of the programme, showcasing its influence on professional standards and leadership development in the international business events community. Returning to Auckland underscores the city’s reputation as a leading hub for high-quality professional gatherings and global collaboration.
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EDGE is uniquely structured as an intensive, interactive masterclass, focused on addressing real-world challenges faced by conference organisers and business events professionals. The programme explores critical topics including sustainability, digital transformation, attendee engagement, risk management, and cross-border collaboration, equipping participants with practical strategies that can be immediately applied in their professional environments.
Designed for a diverse range of professionals—including conference organisers, in-house event teams, and association experts—EDGE emphasizes collaboration and peer-to-peer learning. Delegates work in dynamic group sessions, scenario-based exercis …