Agenda Preview | International Confex 2026

The agenda that powers the events industry is almost here

Every year, International Confex puts the industry's best minds on stage. Not another sales pitch, or a recycled slide deck. Real experience, honestly told.

For 2027, we are looking for inspiring, knowledgeable and passionate speakers and session facilitators to take to the stage across our eight conference theatres.

Whether your world is corporate events, experiential projects, AI, sustainability, exhibitions or the next generation coming up, Confex 2027 is where you bring your sharpest thinking.

Have something to say? Our call for papers is open now, closing Sunday 1 November 2026.

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COUNTDOWN TO CONFEX

Open Calls For Content

We’re seeking interactive, honest, and actionable sessions that foster learning, spark collaboration, and propel our industry forward.

What we’re looking for:

Workshops with live challenges and takeaways
Interactive case studies or heated debates
Group think sessions & moderated peer learning
Live feedback, co-creation, or ideation formats
Fireside chats that get into the how, not just the what

If it’s audience-led, practical, and moves the needle: we want it.

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HEADLINE STAGE

Big-picture conversations on leadership, global economic impacts and where the industry goes next.

Vision-setting panels with industry leaders on talent, innovation, and strategy.

AGENCY HQ

The Agency HQ is where the business of creativity meets real commercial growth.

From winning RFPs, retaining talent and the latest innovations clients can't to discover in 2027. This stage is shared with the Event Production Show.

AI & DATA ZONE

This year’s AI & Data Zone dives deep into the tech shaping tomorrow’s events.

Discover how AI, AEO, automation, and smart analytics are driving efficiency, creativity, and ROI across events and sectors.

This stage is shared with the Event Production Show.

ASSOCIATION HQ

Bringing together the association and not-for-profit community, from membership bodies to institutional organisers, to share strategies for engagement, advocacy, and increasing revenue.

CORPORATE EVENT HQ

Here, you’ll find sessions on experiential design, internal communications, global activations, and the science of audience engagement.
From concept to execution, this is where brands learn how to make moments that matter.

EVENT CAREERS PAVILION

(NEW for 2027)

Career advice for mid-level event pros on day one and for junior and student talent on day two.

EXHIBITION HQ

Welcome to Exhibition HQ, the home of all things trade and consumer shows.
Expect bold discussions on AI Agents, show floor design, hosted buyer debates, and the evolution of community beyond the event.
If you run a show, this is where you’ll find your people (and your next great idea).

PEOPLE & PLANET THEATRE

People & Planet is your space to explore how events can drive long-lasting social, environmental and governance change through action, not just talk.

Speaking isn't the only way to be part of these conversations. Confex 2027 theatre sponsorship puts your brand in front of the audience each theme is built for, from agency directors to sustainability leads to the next generation of #eventprofs.

Sponsorship packages include theatre naming rights, branded staging, speaking slots for your own team and content collaboration on the themes above.

3-4 March 2027

2027 Conference Themes