Meet Our Keynotes: Visionaries Shaping the Future of Events

Dear Colleagues, 

The AIPC Annual Conference 2025 in Shenzhen (June 23-25) will feature an extraordinary lineup of keynote speakers offering groundbreaking insights into the future of our industry. Get ready to explore how innovation, resilience, and technology are redefining events worldwide. 

Here’s a first look at two of our inspiring keynote speakers: 

Opening Keynote: The Chinese Event Industry Landscape

Wu Shaoyuan 
Executive Vice President, China Conference Hotel Alliance | Member, China Exhibition Industry Expert Committee

With over 40 years of experience in the events industry, Wu Shaoyuan has played a pivotal role in shaping China’s conference sector. He has organized over 600 international conferences and advised key government and corporate stakeholders. His keynote will provide an exclusive look into China’s dynamic event landscape, blending cultural heritage with modern innovation, policy-driven growth, and digital advancements such as VR and AI-powered engagement tools. 

Reinventing the Events Industry: Innovation, Resilience, and Human Connection in the AGI Era 

Dr. Christina Yan Zhang
CEO, The Metaverse Institute 

A pioneer in the metaverse space since 2006, Dr. Christina Yan Zhang has been at the forefront of digital transformation, advising global organizations like the UN, World Bank, and The Economist. Her keynote will delve into how AI, blockchain, and immersive technologies are reshaping events, turning convention centers into community hubs of innovation and collaboration. She will share practical strategies for navigating revenue shifts, talent shortages, and sustainability in the AGI era. 

More to come! Stay tuned for details on our final keynote speaker, a leading university professor, to complete this stellar lineup.