IAPCO EDGE 2026
Stockholm
You are invited to sharpen your edge, grow your circle, and lead the future of event management. Under the theme “Bridging Minds: A Collaborative Innovation Journey,” dive into an inspiring programme of expert-led education, powerful connections, and unforgettable experiences — all waiting for you in vibrant Stockholm, Sweden.
Celebrating 10 Years of IAPCO EDGE
#IAPCOEDGE marked its 10th anniversary in August 2025 — a decade of dynamic global education, shared learning, and a community that relentlessly raises the bar across the meetings and events industry.
To fully honour this milestone, 2026 becomes a year-long celebration — and we ignite it with EDGE Stockholm, 18–21 January 2026.
#EDGEat10 is about honouring where we’ve been — and accelerating the next decade of learning, leadership, and impact. Join us in #UnlockingEDGE.“
Unlock the latest from IAPCO on social media!
#IAPCOEDGE
#EDGEat10
#UnlockingEDGE
IAPCO’s Vision for the EDGE Seminar
-
Facilitate the gathering of “all” PCOs, CVBs, Convention Centres, Associations in an inspirational setting
-
Inspire participants to learn and lead within our industry
-
Create a platform for personalised learning and professional development for everyone who attends
-
Encourage an environment for peer-to-peer learning and knowledge-sharing inside and outside the meeting room
-
Build relationships and friendships between individuals to continue and enhance further learning post-seminar
-
Create pride and accountability within the profession
Seminar Vision
Meeting Professionals
An EDGE seminar is for meeting professionals who are looking to advance their careers and learn from industry leaders in a ‘hands-on way’ and make connections for life. Registrations are limited to 80 people to allow IAPCO faculty to interact closely with small groups to build new skills and refresh their practices.
EDGE seminars will benefit Individuals with 3+ years of experience in the events industry.
Exchange knowledge
PCOs
PCOs (Professional Congress Organizers) PCOs are specialized companies that manage all the logistics for meetings, conferences, and congresses. They handle everything from planning and budgeting to marketing and vendor selection.
CVBs
CVBs (Convention and Visitors Bureaus) CVBs are non-profit organizations that market a specific destination as a great place for meetings and events. They offer free expert advice and resources to help event planners find the right venue, accommodation, and suppliers
Convention Centres
Convention Centres Convention centers are large, dedicated venues designed to host major meetings, trade shows, congresses, and exhibitions. They feature expansive halls, exhibition spaces, and meeting rooms with modern technology.
Universities
Universities Universities are educational and research institutions that often have facilities, such as lecture halls and meeting rooms, available for external events. They provide a unique academic setting and can offer a wide range of subject matter experts.
Associations
Associations Associations are organizations that unite members who share a common interest, industry, or profession. They are a key segment of the events industry, organizing meetings and conferences to educate and network with their members.
Interactive 3-day seminar
IAPCO EDGE is a highly interactive 3 day-seminar designed for meetings and events professionals. Taught by global leaders in the meetings industry, attendees will develop new skills and have an opportunity to self-reflect and learn strategies to improve work/life balance.
Attending an IAPCO Edge Seminar is a unique experience. Through teamwork and social activities, participants connect and build friendships with professionals from PCOs, convention bureaus, convention centres from around the world.
Unique Experience
Registration
Welcome to Stockholm
We cannot wait to welcome you to the IAPCO EDGE Seminar in the stunning capital of Sweden, 18–21 January 2026.
With 58 bridges linking its islands, Stockholm is the perfect backdrop for our theme “Bridging Minds: A Collaborative Innovation Journey.” This year’s EDGE puts a spotlight on sustainability and mental health — values deeply embedded in Swedish society — while fostering the collaboration and learning that make EDGE unique.
Together, the Local Organising Committee — Meetagain (PCO), Stockholm Business Region (CVB) and Nordic Hotels & Resorts — have crafted an inspiring programme of authentic local experiences. From the iconic City Hall, home of the Nobel Prize dinner, to the Ice Bar, rooftop restaurants and the ABBA Museum, you’ll discover the best of Stockholm while connecting with peers from across the world.
We look forward to sharing our beautiful city and this milestone 10-year celebration of EDGE with you in January!
EDGE Stockholm Local Organising Committee
(Meetagain AB, Stockholm Business Region, Nordic Hotels & Resorts)
Welcome Letter from the Training Academy Regional Representative, Europe
Dear Colleagues and Friends,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to IAPCO EDGE Stockholm, taking place from 18–21 January 2026. This year marks a very special milestone as we celebrate 10 years of IAPCO EDGE globally, a decade of learning, sharing, and growing together as a professional community.
For this anniversary edition, we have designed a programme that reflects the true spirit of EDGE: dynamic, interactive, and deeply personal. Moving beyond the idea of “one programme for all,” EDGE Stockholm will offer customisable parallel learning journeys, giving every participant the chance to choose pathways most relevant to their professional and personal growth. From innovation clinics and skills labs to mentor circles and co-labs, the focus is on practical tools, shared challenges, and meaningful takeaways that you can apply immediately.
But EDGE has always been about more than content. It is about connection. Our academy thrives on the power of building relationships with peers, faculty, and industry leaders, on the knowledge that we learn best when we learn together. Over three days in Stockholm, you will experience not only outstanding education but also the joy of conversations, collaborations, and friendships that will continue long after the seminar ends.
And of course, we will celebrate in true Swedish style! From our Welcome Reception at Stockholm’s City Hall, home of the Nobel Laureate festivities, to visits to the ABBA Museum and the famous Ice Bar, you will experience the city’s culture, creativity, and energy at its best.
As we look back on 10 years of EDGE, we also look forward. EDGE Stockholm will be a space to imagine the next decade of learning and leadership in our industry and you will be part of shaping that future.
I look forward to welcoming you in Stockholm for what promises to be an unforgettable gathering of knowledge, connection, and celebration.
With warm regards,
Nicky Mc Grane
Training Academy Regional Representative, Europe
We can’t wait to see you!
IAPCO EDGE Stockholm
18-21 January 2026
Nordic Light Hotel
Day(s)
:
Hour(s)
:
Minute(s)
:
Second(s)
Professional Congress Organiser
For questions please contact
Meetagain AB
support@meetagain.se
+46 (0)8 664 58 00
