IMEX 2025: an embodiment of industry energy
Creating connection is the ultimate aspiration for all event professionals. And IMEX Frankfurt 2025 fulfilled that aspiration, as our dynamic, international community came together to celebrate global connection, innovation and opportunity.
United by a shared passion for shaping the future of our industry, from that first IMEX handshake to that final IMEX meeting, the energy was tangible, the conversations purposeful and the momentum simply unstoppable. As our industry continues to develop and thrive against a backdrop of global uncertainty and fluctuation, IMEX 2025 embodied our industry’s dynamism, its irrepressible drive, its positive progress, its joy in creating connection.
Joyful energy filled every corner of the show floor, eagerness to learn and embrace change suffused standing-room only education sessions, and the knowledge that every connection had the potential to spark something extraordinary galvanised every IMEX gathering.
A largest-ever IMEX Frankfurt in terms of floor space, saw 13,300 global suppliers and event professionals come together for 67,000 meetings over three dynamic Frankfurt days. A 10% increase in one-to-one meetings from last year demonstrated the heightened business demand and eagerness to meet face to face.
“What a great show! We’ve been busy right from the start of day one. This is our opportunity to share our message with a broad, international audience. There’s a lot of energy in the room and a real intention to do business. We’ve seen this ourselves in the planners we’re talking to—they want to bring events to our destination so we're able to get straight into the detail of exactly how.”
Exhibitor Alex Batista, VP Sales, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
“IMEX Frankfurt was a tremendous success for us this year. Our booth attracted more interest than ever, with over 750 pre-scheduled meetings—not including the many walk ins and meetings arranged on the day. The event was both busy and productive, and we’re excited to build on the valuable connections we've made to drive real results for our city.”
Exhibitor Tracy Halliwell MBE, Director of Tourism and Conventions, London Convention Bureau
“IMEX never disappoints—it’s always a whirlwind of meetings, conversations and energy, but what truly stands out is the chance to reconnect with industry colleagues from around the world and to meet both familiar faces and future partners. There’s nothing quite like the power of in-person connections in our industry, and IMEX is a reminder of how strong, passionate and innovative our community is. Grateful for the inspiring chats, new leads and meaningful reconnections.”
Exhibitor Tereza Struzkova, Director of Sales, NH Collection Prague Carlo IV on LinkedIn
