This is part of an ongoing series highlighting EIC Association and Corporate Members and the important work they are doing to serve our shared industry.
IACC
- Website: www.iacconline.org
- CEO: Mark Cooper
- Year Founded: 1981
- Headquarters: United Kingdom
- Number of Members: 404 meeting and conference focused hotels, venues and supporting supplier organisations.
- Countries represented: Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, Belgium, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Italy, Ireland, Netherlands, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, Canada, and the United States.
As a global leader in the meetings and conference industry, IACC is dedicated to advancing the highest standards in event experiences, bringing together innovative venues, industry professionals, and forward-thinking initiatives.
As part of its commitment to fostering excellence, IACC shares insights related to the mission, impact, and the invaluable contributions of its members to the business events sector.
Key Programmes or Initiatives
Meeting Room of the Future
IACC’s flagship initiative explores evolving trends in meeting spaces, integrating new technologies, flexible room designs, and attendee experience enhancements to create future-proofed conference environments.
Take the 2025 Meeting Room of the Future Survey (closes 1 March 2025)
AI for Venue Operations
Our latest research delves into how artificial intelligence is transforming venue management, from automated guest services and real-time data analytics to energy efficiency and operational streamlining.
“IACC has always been dedicated to raising the bar for meeting and conference experiences by driving up industry standards. Our focus is not just on delivering exceptional venues but on shaping the future of the business events industry by fostering innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. By continuously improving the quality of meeting spaces and operations, we ensure that attendees have more engaging, seamless, and inspiring experiences that drive real results.”
— Mark Cooper, CEO of IACC
