Even the most thoughtfully planned events can be impacted by forces beyond our control. External disruptions can quickly introduce new risks, shift priorities and require meeting and event professionals to provide informed recommendations and make complex decisions with limited time and information.
To help our community navigate these moments with confidence, we are launching FICP Breaking Insights, a rapid-response virtual event series designed to deliver timely expert perspectives and practical guidance when emerging issues affect our industry.
When a significant disruption occurs, FICP may convene a virtual gathering within days, bringing together expert insight and peer perspectives to provide the clarity, context and actionable guidance professionals need when it matters most.
We’re looking to connect with knowledgeable experts who can share their insights with the FICP community.
Nominate Yourself, a Colleague or an Industry Expert
FICP is expanding its bench of experts who can be called upon to provide timely insights when disruptions impact the meetings and events industry.
We invite you to:
- Share this opportunity with an expert and encourage them to submit their information directly
- Nominate yourself if your expertise aligns with one or more of the areas below
- Nominate a colleague or industry expert who would be a valuable resource for the FICP community (with their awareness and consent)
Submitting this form does not commit you or the individual nominated to future participation. It simply helps FICP identify qualified experts who may be contacted when relevant issues arise.
FICP is collecting submissions through Friday, January 15, 2027.
Submit Today
Why Participate?
By expressing interest, you — or the individual you nominate — will be part of trusted bench of experts that FICP may call upon to support a highly engaged community of 735+ meeting professionals representing more than 220 companies, along with the hospitality partners who help bring their programs to life. With 76% of members bringing 10+ years of industry experience, FICP professionals are frequently called upon to advise stakeholders, navigate uncertainty and lead conversations around emerging issues impacting their organizations and events. Collectively they:
- Influence $1B+ in hospitality-related buying power
- Support 28,000+ meetings and incentive programs annually
- Include 200+ decision-makers
These programs drive tourism, hospitality investment and economic activity around the world. Through FICP Breaking Insights, your expertise can help inform professionals who not only apply these insights within their own organizations, but also regularly engage experts and thought leaders to support stakeholder discussions, event content and strategic planning efforts.
What To Expect
- Participation is voluntary and pro bono.
- Speaking opportunities may arise on short notice as emerging issues develop.
- If a topic aligns with your expertise, FICP may invite you to deliver a 15-20 minute briefing focused on providing context, data-driven insights and practical recommendations. These sessions are designed to help meeting and event professionals navigate emerging challenges, answer stakeholder questions and communicate informed, proactive actions with confidence.
- Experts may also be invited to participate in interviews, panel discussions and/or Q&A sessions across other FICP programs.
- Joining the network does not guarantee a speaking opportunity.
Areas of Expertise We Are Seeking
Macroeconomic, Government and Financial Disruption
Ideal Experts: Economists, Financial Analysts
Understanding how economic volatility, government actions, tariffs, fuel costs and market shifts influence event budgets, supplier pricing, attendee behavior and ROI.
Geopolitical Conflict and Global Instability
Ideal Experts: Geopolitical Risk Analysts, Former Global Affairs or Intelligence Advisors
Exploring how international conflicts and geopolitical developments affect travel, visas, insurance considerations, attendance and destination selection.
Attendee Physical Safety and Travel Security
Ideal Experts: Travel Risk Management Experts, Corporate Security and Duty of Care Specialists
Providing guidance on traveler safety, duty of care obligations, crisis response and managing major travel disruptions.
Climate Risk, Extreme Weather and Event Continuity
Ideal Experts: Climate Risk Strategists, Sustainability Advisors
Addressing weather-related disruptions, event continuity planning, destination risk considerations and sustainability challenges.
Civil and Political Unrest at Destinations
Ideal Experts: Political Risk Consultants, Social Stability Analysts
Helping planners assess destination risk, attendee confidence and decision-making during periods of civil or political instability.
Workforce and Labor Disruption in the Event Ecosystem
Ideal Experts: Labor Relations and Workforce Strategy Leaders
Navigating labor shortages, strikes, service disruptions and workforce resilience across the meetings and events supply chain.
Technology Disruption and AI Acceleration
Ideal Experts: AI Strategists, Event Technology Futurists, Digital Transformation Leaders
Examining how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping event planning, personalization, operations, data strategy, attendee engagement and the future of meetings and events.
Questions
Together, we can ensure the FICP community has access to trusted, timely expertise when the industry needs it most. If you have any questions, please contact the FICP Education Team.