Abu Dhabi is to engage the ICCA community in the seven months running up to its hosting the 63rd ICCA Annual Congress in the UAE with a new podcast – 971. The number is more than just a UAE area code, it’s now a monthly nine-minute podcast designed to inspire with informed conversations on hot industry topics and issues that matter most to meetings and associations professionals. Topics to be covered include business trends and growth, technology and innovation, sustainability and environmental impact, and cultural awareness and social impacts. The podcast will also report regular updates on the ICCA Congress host city, Abu Dhabi, a city which tags itself as, ‘The Crossroads of Business Opportunity’. Episode 1 drops 27 March and features industry influencer Julius Solaris, speaking on Business & Trends. Solaris will also be a keynote speaker at the 63rd Annual ICCA Congress in Abu Dhabi, and he leads the discussion in episode 1 of 971 around:
- Identifying specific trends that are shaping the business world today and offering insights on how these trends can influence growth.
- Practical advice on leveraging trends for business advantage.
- Case studies and examples of businesses that have successfully capitalised on current trends.
- Practical tips for businesses to adapt and thrive.
Upcoming 971 episodes will focus on: Creativity (24 April), Sustainability (29 May) and Technology (26 June).
