Co-Founder & CCO
Conferli
Bregje Frens is the co-founder and CCO of Conferli, the Conference Matchmaker. With more than a decade of experience in commercial roles in the hospitality industry, she specializes in destination marketing, stakeholder engagement and association partnerships. At Conferli, she leads business development, social media strategy and content creation, positioning the company as a key resource for associations seeking the right conference destination. A regular speaker at industry events, Bregje shares insights on the future of conferences, evolving destination strategies and data-driven decision-making. She has a background in hospitality, having earned a bachelor’s degree from the International School of Hospitality, and has extensive experience in coaching, training and business growth.
Outside work, she enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with her family. A mother of three, she values meaningful connections—both professionally and personally.
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How can subventions drive sustainability and impact in events? Explore new research from Conferli, #Meet4Impact and GDS-Movement on how destinations use subventions to foster positive change. Hear key findings, best practices and actionable insights to help associations and destinations align funding with sustainability and societal goals.
Learning outcomes:
Explore how subventions can be leveraged to drive sustainability and impact in events
Identify best practices from destinations and associations using subventions to create positive change
Apply research insights to optimize subvention strategies for maximum impact
This session is approved for the following certifications.
* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: Module 5: Business and Market Planning, 0.5 Credits
* CSEP Approved