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ABPCO at International Confex 2026

ABPCO is the home for professional event organisers delivering events across the UK’s non-profit sector, and International Confex at Excel is one of our flagship industry gatherings. This year, we’ve partnered closely with the organisers to curate a... Read more

5 Feb 2026

University Challenge Returns for Second Year with Fast Forward 15

Fast Forward 15 (FF15) has announced the return of its University Challenge, now in its second year, continuing its mission to nurture the next generation of event industry professionals through real-world, commercially driven experience. This... Read more

27 Jan 2026

Festival of Learning 2026 - Secure your spot now, bookings are officially open!

Festival of Learning 2026 The ABPCO Festival of Learning - Connect, Collaborate and Learn The Festival of Learning brings the association events community together, creating a space to connect, collaborate, and challenge. It provides valuable... Read more

26 Jan 2026

Crowne Plaza Newcastle Sets a New Benchmark for Deaf-Inclusive Meetings and Events

As accessibility moves higher up the agenda for event organisers, Crowne Plaza Newcastle is emerging as a rare example of a UK meetings hotel designed to support deaf and hard-of-hearing delegates in a practical, operational way – not just through... Read more

13 Jan 2026

Crowne Plaza Newcastle Joins ABPCO

8 December 2025, Newcastle, UK: The Crowne Plaza Newcastle has announced its membership of the Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO), reinforcing its position as a leading venue for association conferences and events in... Read more

9 Jan 2026