CEO
International Congress & Convention Association (ICCA)
Dr. Senthil Gopinath is CEO of ICCA and a recognized global leader in the international meetings industry. With over 20 years' experience across regions and sectors, he has played a key role in positioning destinations on the global stage and delivering high‑impact international events.
A strategic and visionary leader, Senthil is known for driving innovation, fostering global collaboration and building sustainable growth. He holds a European BBA, an MBA from the UK and a Ph.D.
At ICCA, Senthil leads a global network of more than 1,150 members across over 100 countries. His recognition as Global Business Events Strategist of the Year underscores his influence in shaping the future of the industry worldwide.
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In March 2025, the Events Industry Council released its Futures Landscape Report, the culmination of a year-long collaborative project examining the issues most likely to shape the global business events industry in the years to come. Amy Calvert and a panel of industry leaders share key findings from the report, including macro trends and strategies for making the report actionable.
Learning outcomes:
Explore issues forecast to shape the global business events industry
Explore industry macro trends
Gain strategies to make the report findings actionable
This session is approved for the following certifications.
* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: Module 1: Understanding the Market, 0.75 Credits
* CMP/CEU Approved: 0.75 CE hour
* CSEP Approved