by Frank M. Waechter | Mar 11, 2024 | Blog
An association management company (AMC) offers crucial management and specialised administrative support to professional associations, facilitating their growth and prosperity. At Congrex, our experience with leading associations across Europe has equipped us to...
by Frank M. Waechter | Feb 19, 2024 | Blog
In the face of declining membership levels since 2020, it’s evident that modernizing engagement strategies is not just beneficial but necessary for associations. Adopting an omnichannel engagement approach for your association’s existing and potential...
by Frank M. Waechter | Apr 24, 2023 | Blog
Conference Planning Guidelines 2023 The event planning industry continues to evolve and adapt to new challenges and changing expectations. This article offers updated guidelines to help conference-organising committees plan a successful and profitable conference. An...
by Frank M. Waechter | Mar 6, 2023 | Blog
Although virtual and hybrid events are here to stay, in 2023, in-person events are back and require a carefully orchestrated planning process that accounts for new requirements and challenges. This article shares updated guidelines and tips for planning a successful...
by Frank M. Waechter | Jan 18, 2023 | Blog
From securing a conference venue and inviting keynote speakers to event marketing, conference event planning is an overwhelming experience. The key to conference planning is to ensure you budget and manage cash flow effectively, so you can organise your event knowing...
by Frank M. Waechter | Dec 5, 2022 | Blog
If you have been asked to organise a conference, you are probably feeling both excited and overwhelmed. Conferences are an excellent way for scientists and professionals in other fields to learn about new research, share their findings and connect with others in their...
by Frank M. Waechter | Aug 8, 2022 | Blog
And how does association management adopt? As the European Commission says, associations exist to “promote the trade or professional interests of their members”. But what does that mean in the modern landscape? “Associations are highly valuable,...
by Frank M. Waechter | Jul 25, 2022 | Blog
Administrative management can help your association succeed by providing the support you need to achieve your goals, grow your memberships, and maintain financial stability. READ MORE: The importance of administrative management in associations Having worked with some...
by Frank M. Waechter | Jun 27, 2022 | Blog
Managing an association or non-profit organisation is a complex task, much more so in a sector that must adapt to a changing environment. Administrative management is a critical part of a successful association and can include a variety of elements such as: Conference...
by Frank M. Waechter | Apr 25, 2022 | Blog
When planning a successful conference or event, you must make many decisions. But the one that will have the most significant impact on your event’s success is deciding on the right venue and location. Everything about the event, including the date, speaker...
by Frank M. Waechter | Feb 21, 2022 | Blog
Sponsorship opportunities: should sponsorship be viewed as a necessity or a commodity for association events? We argue that it should always be viewed as a necessity – not only to provide financial security but to also contribute to a memorable and enjoyable event....
by Frank M. Waechter | Feb 7, 2022 | Blog
The role of a modern professional conference organiser (PCO) is to help conferences and events succeed by adapting to the needs of the organisation and target audience. PCOs offer a wide variety of services, from securing venues to developing marketing plans. Most...
