The Washington International Association Forum (WIAF) is a central hub for American-based associations with international members and international associations headquartered in North America. The 3rd edition of the WIAF takes place on September 12-13 2024, at the American Geophysical Union (AGU) Conference Centre, in the US Capitol. This landmark event is set to revolutionise the international associations landscape. More details are below and we hope to see you there! #wiaf2024 #associationworld
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📯 PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT 👏 📣 3rd Edition of the WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FORUM (WIAF) takes place on 🗓️ September 12-13, 2024 🌐 www.wiaforum.org 🫶 ASSOCIATIONWORLD . is excited to announce the upcoming Washington International Association Forum (WIAF) 2024, a landmark event set to revolutionize the international associations landscape. 🎯 This exceptional gathering will take place on September 12-13, 2024 at the American Geophysical Union (AGU) Conference Centre, in the US Capitol. 🔵 What is WIAF? A knowledge sharing event that you don't want to miss! The Washington International Association Forum is a central hub for American-based associations with international members and international associations headquartered in North America. It provides a unique platform for association professionals and thought leaders, Non-Profits, Federations, Foundations, Societies, NGOs, AMCs, and international Meeting Planners to share insights and establish meaningful connections. 🟣 For associations, by associations. WIAF’s core mission is to foster knowledge transfer, peer-to-peer exchange, best practices sharing, and collaborative initiatives to address common challenges and achieve greater global impact. This year's theme builds on the previous edition, “A World in Motion – Taking the discussion and learnings about International Developments to the next level.” 🟠 The Program The program involves engaging sessions and discussions over the two-day conference, covering topics such as: 👉 Leadership / Transformation and Change Management 👉 Business Models & Global Expansion Strategies 👉 International regulations and compliance 👉 Taking a holistic approach towards AI/Tech 👉 International Event Development and Supplier Negotiations As Kai Troll, President of Brussels-based ASSOCIATIONWORLD . states: “WIAF is for international and domestic organizations aiming to expand and enhance their international operations and impact, as well as for those exploring new opportunities and defining their international strategies. This unique event in North America serves as a beacon for those passionate about international affairs and association growth. WIAF is the platform, where new ideas are exchanged and inspired, where partnerships are forged and where the understanding of international growth and expansion is shaped.” The WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FORUM (WIAF) is part of ASSOCIATIONWORLD’s family, which also includes the BRUSSELS INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FORUM (BIAF), the GENEVA INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FORUM (GIAF) both global association hubs, and of the IRISH ASSOCIATION FORUM (IAF). More information on speaking engagements or partnership opportunities, please contact: jenny@associationworld.eu #associationworld #inspireaction #wiaf2024 Anna Bueno Markus Heigl Patrice O'Mahony Ciara Gallagher Orla Moule Martine Laberge Sabrina Pergass Marie Catherine Lacoste, MFA Jeffrey Smith Whitney Buchmann Francisco Gomez