What’s New This December?
As we wrap up an eventful year across the Alliance, this month’s round-up highlights key developments shaping the association landscape, updates from the BestCities head office, and fresh news from our partner destinations. From inspiring impact initiatives to major global events and milestones in our cities, December brings a fitting close to a productive 2025. We’re pleased to share the latest stories and look ahead to the opportunities 2026 will bring.
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What’s New This November?
As 2025 draws to a close, the BestCities community continues to build momentum across the globe. From impactful association events and thought-provoking discussions on AI, to major congresses, sustainability milestones, and new destination achievements, this month’s stories reflect the innovation and collaboration that define our Alliance.
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Sustainability in Action: BestCities Destinations Shine in GDS-Index 2025
The 2025 GDS-Awards and GDS-Index results are in, and BestCities Global Alliance is proud to celebrate the strong performance of our partner cities across key global and regional rankings. While this year’s GDS-Awards did not include individual wins for the Alliance, the results of the GDS-Index reinforce the continued leadership, innovation, and collaboration of our
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AI Transformations in Business: Insights from Community Cafe with Julian Moore
Introduction The recent session of Community Cafe, hosted by BestCities Global Alliance, explored the dynamic world of AI applications within business, featuring expert insights from Julian Moore. This session represents the third discussion in an engaging series about Artificial Intelligence and its real-world utility. Here, Julian Moore delves deep into how AI tools like chatbots,
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What’s New This October?
As we move into the final quarter of 2025, BestCities is entering one of the busiest periods of the year. From major trade shows and global congresses to collaborative events across our partner destinations, there is plenty of activity shaping the months ahead.This edition of our round-up highlights the latest association news, updates from the BestCities head office, and city stories that showcase the impact and energy of our global community.
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The Productivity Revolution: Clear Your Inbox Before Breakfast
Inbox overload is the silent time-thief of the events industry. Learn how AI productivity can automate email replies, manage scheduling, and handle multilingual communication with ease.
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BestCities and ICCA Announce 2025 Incredible Impacts Programme Seed Grant Recipient and Main Grant Finalists
BestCities Global Alliance and the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) are pleased to announce Autism-Europe as the recipient of the 2025 Incredible Impacts Programme (IIP) Seed Grant. In partnership with AsIAM, Ireland’s Autism charity, and Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority, Autism-Europe is preparing to host the 14th Autism-Europe Congress (AEC 2025), taking
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What’s New This September?
Welcome to the September edition of the BestCities round-up, where we share the latest updates from across our global community. This month features the latest news for association leaders, highlights from the BestCities head office, and fresh stories from our partner destinations worldwide.
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What’s New This August?
From major congress wins and collaborative client activations to sustainability milestones and preparations for IMEX America, this month’s updates highlight the power of partnership across the BestCities network. Catch up on what’s happening with our destinations, associations, and the upcoming Global Forum.
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How Associations Can Finally Measure True Conference ROI Beyond Attendance
Associations are under pressure to prove real conference ROI—but what if you could measure more than attendance? This guest column explores how AI-powered tools like Snapsight are helping associations capture insights, surface trends, and deliver lasting value to members long after the event ends.
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