70th Anniversary

70 Years of Connection. Community. Impact.

For 70 years, FICP has been powered by the relationships, leadership and generosity of professionals committed to elevating the meetings and events industry. Together, our members, volunteers and partners have built a community that shapes careers, advances business and creates meaningful connections that endure for decades.

As we celebrate our 70th anniversary, we honor the people who built this community, recognize the impact we make today and look forward to the opportunities ahead.

70 Years of Impact Stories

As FICP celebrates 70 years, I think about how much our role has changed. The role has gone from taking event requests to having a seat at the table when business priorities are set. FICP has helped advance our profession by giving us a place to learn, benchmark and ultimately show our leaders how events drive business results. And in a world that increasingly relies on technology, the trust we build through the events we run gives our companies a competitive advantage. There is no better place to be than FICP!

Lori Allen, Chair, FICP Board

This anniversary reminds me of the countless friendships, mentors and professional opportunities that FICP has created throughout the years. We stand on an incredibly strong foundation, built by generations of leaders who have given their time, passion and commitment to this association. As proud as I am of the legacy we have built together, I truly believe we are just getting started. A new generation of leaders is stepping forward with fresh perspectives and new energy, ready to build upon that foundation, shape the next chapter of our legacy and carry FICP forward for decades to come.

Meg D'Angelo, CIS, Past Chiar, FICP Board

What makes this anniversary so meaningful is that FICP has never stood still. For 70 years, we've evolved alongside our industry while staying true to our purpose. Looking ahead, I'm energized by the opportunities to embrace new ideas, technologies and ways of connecting our community.

Katherine LaMacchia, Director, FICP Board

A Milestone Worth Celebrating

Seventy years ago, a community was formed around a shared belief in the power of connection. Today, that community continues to thrive through the dedication of members, volunteers and partners who learn, lead and grow together.

This anniversary is a celebration of the people who built FICP and those who will carry it forward.

7 Moments To Celebrate 70 Years

Throughout the year, our community will come together through seven milestone moments that honor our history, celebrate our members and recognize the impact FICP continues to make across the meetings and events profession. Join us as we celebrate this milestone and the people who make our One Community so special.

Fuel Forward Exchange
January 27-28
The Langham, Boston

Global Meetings Industry Day
April 6

National Volunteer Week
April 18-24

Education Forum
June 23-25
The Ritz‑Carlton, Dove Mountain

Meetings Professionals Week
August 9-13

FICP in Blitz
Summer, timing TBD
Multiple locations

Annual Conference
November 7-10
El Conquistador Resort, Puerto Rico

Be Part of the Celebration

Celebrate with us on social media by sharing your favorite memories, meaningful connections and FICP stories using #FICP70. Help us honor the people, moments and experiences that have shaped our community over the last seven decades.

7 Defining Moments Over the Years

1957

Insurance and Financial Services Conference Planners (ICPA) is founded, establishing the community that would become FICP.

January 1993

The Hospitality Partner Committee was formed with a chairperson and five members at large.

1995

FICP hosts the first Education Forum in 1995 (previously known at the time as the Summer Symposium)

November 2005

FICP becomes incorporated and changes its name to Financial & Insurance Conference Planners.

October 2016

FICP changes its name to Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals to emphasize the diversity of the profession and its strategic influence in F&I organizations.

December 3-4, 2018

FICP hosts its first-ever Strategic Leaders Event.

August 10-14, 2026

FICP holds the industry’s first-ever Meetings Professionals Week (MP Week), a week dedicated to recognizing meetings professionals for their expertise, leadership and the critical role they play in making meaningful connections happen.

A Look Back Through the Decades

From educational programs and industry milestones to celebrations, friendships and volunteer leadership, these moments reflect the people and experiences that have shaped FICP throughout its 70-year history.

Celebrating Our Past. Inspiring Our Future.

For 70 years, FICP has connected professionals, fostered lasting relationships and strengthened our industry through the power of community. Thank you to the members, volunteers, partners and leaders who have been part of the journey.