Carina Bauer

CEO

IMEX Group

About the Speaker/Moderator

Carina is passionate about the business events sector and its impact on the world, taking a particular interest in issues around sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and mentoring the leaders of tomorrow. Carina also takes a keen interest in leadership development, and organizational best practice and culture.

Matchmaking Information

Attending

State of the industry
Trends and research

State of the industry

Speaker
Carina Bauer
Carina BauerIMEX Group
Amanda Cox
Amanda CoxMarriott Bonvoy Convention & Resort Network
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
12:05 PM - 12:50 PM PDT
Inspiration Hub, Ideas Theater, B4100

Education session

English

Speaker/Moderator's Sessions (1)

Session
State of the industry
Trends and research

State of the industry

Speaker
Carina Bauer
Carina BauerIMEX Group
Amanda Cox
Amanda CoxMarriott Bonvoy Convention & Resort Network
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
12:05 PM - 12:50 PM PDT
Inspiration Hub, Ideas Theater, B4100

Education session

English

Explore how changing expectations, new technology and pressure to demonstrate value beyond visitor numbers are reshaping the global business events industry.

Join Carina, Kevin, Amanda and Kai for an open conversation about what comes next. From growth and innovation to influence and impact, consider how events can remain commercially strong, culturally relevant and valuable in a world of growing digital choice.

Learning outcomes:

Understand the forces reshaping business events and what they mean for future growth

Identify how destinations can demonstrate value beyond visitor numbers

Explore how events can remain relevant, influential and commercially strong in a digital world

* CMP/CEU Approved: Strategic Planning, 0.75 credits