European Association Summit
By Association Professionals, for Association Professionals
Association Excellence in a Shifting Society
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The European Association Summit 2025 will centre around ESAE overarching theme for this year: "Association Excellence in a Shifting Society."
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In a world of constant transformation, this theme reflects the resilience, adaptability, and forward-thinking mindset required of Association professionals today. The Summit will explore emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities, providing educational insights tailored to the evolving needs of our profession.
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A Program Designed for Excellence
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The EAS 2025 program is crafted to inspire and empower, offering a mix of plenary sessions, co-ceation workshops and community sessions.
Explore strategy, event management, advocacy, communication, and more, all aimed at equipping Association professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in a shifting society.​​
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The Flow of the Day
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08.30 - 09.15: Exclusive Breakfast with Premium Sponsors and EAS25 speakers
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09.30 - 09.45: Opening of EAS by ESAE President
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09.45 - 10.05: Keynote Speech
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10.05 - 11.05: Plenary Session - Associations as Global Leaders in a Shifting World
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11.05 - 11.35: Networking Coffee Break
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11.35 - 12.35: Plenary Session - Integrity, Inclusiveness and Collaboration in Association Leadership.
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12.35 - 12.50: Co-Creation Session
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12.50 - 14.00: Lunch
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14.00 - 15.00: Co-Creation Sessions
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15.00 - 16.00: 60-minute Community Sessions
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Health Community: Younger Generations in Health Conferences
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Governance & DEI Community: Mastering Decision-Making in Association Boards: A Governance Game-Changer for Executives and Board Members
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Strategy Community: From Conception to Impact
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16.00 - 16.30: Networking Coffee Break
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16.30 - 18.00: 90-minute Joint Community Sessions
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Sustainability & Legacy Community + Advocacy Community: Resilience and adaptability in sustainability strategies: how Associations can lead and stay relevant
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Communication & Membership Community + Events Management Community: Engagement Excellence: Driving Lasting Impact through Events, Technology & Innovation
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Digital Transformation Community + Finance & HR Community: HR & Finance Meet AI
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18.30 - 20.00: European Association Awards Ceremony
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The Summit will be followed by the European Association Awards ceremony, taking place at the same venue. Join us for a celebratory evening accompanied by a networking reception, an opportunity to connect with peers and honour the outstanding achievements within our community. Discover more now!
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Inspiring Panel Discussions
High-level panel discussions among Association Leaders and Executives.
Interactive Community Sessions
Tailored to our communities of practice. This interactive and peer-to-peer format facilitates meaningful interactions, knowledge exchange, and the sharing of best practices.
Innovative Co-Creation
Association management is constantly evolving, and that is why we always strive to generate new knowledge for our community. A co-creation methodology can drive innovation and generate knowledge for Association professionals.
DYNAMIC NETWORKING
Associations are about connecting people, and Association management is about the people working in them. This is why, getting together is of foremost importance for Association professionals.
Arriving Early? Join Us for an Exclusive Networking Dinner
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Travelling from outside Belgium to attend the European Association Summit? Make your visit even more memorable by joining ESAE for an exclusive networking dinner, hosted by our selected partners, on the evening of 9 April 2025.
Connect with peers, exchange ideas, and make every moment count!
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