BestCities runs first hybrid Global Forum, will move to Madrid in 2021

The BestCities Global Forum ran as a hybrid event this year, from 17-19 November. Partners and guest speakers included Future Strategist Michel Mol, Veemal Gungadin, Founder of GEVME, and David Noack Perez, Director of Madrid Convention Bureau. The event featured one-of-a-kind experimental sessions on transforming events to futureproof models, a hybrid session with both real-life and digital delegates in attendees beaming in to Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands, and a truly unique ‘virtual tour’ of Madrid – giving delegates a digital taste of city’s stunning landmarks. The event also saw the announcement of BestCities Global Forum Madrid 2021, which will take place 2-5 September in Madrid, Spain (pictured above). Lesley Williams, Managing Director at BestCities, said: “While this may not have been the Global Forum that we were all planning for this year – bringing our partners, associations and guest speakers under one virtual roof inspired a wealth of passion, innovation and forward-thinking for our industry at a time when we’re longing for inspiration. “Like Michel’s message on futureproofing models, we wanted to experiment with the aspect of a ‘hybrid event’, which despite its challenges, allowed us to expand our community, engaging regional as well as international associations – making it a fantastic opportunity to pass on legacy and knowledge to the future leaders of our industry.”