Dear AIPC Member,
As we close out 2025, I find myself reflecting on what has truly been a defining year for our global community. A year marked by growth, bold learning, and meaningful structural transformation driven not only by the pace of our industry, but by the collective ambition of our members.
Across our network, membership remained vibrant and in motion. We welcomed new centres from every corner of the world and continued to strengthen engagement across regions. At the same time, we confronted the realities of a fast-evolving global marketplace, one that demands agility, strategic focus, and a willingness to rethink how we show up as an association. I am proud to say that AIPC has done exactly that.
Our Annual Conference in Shenzhen was one of the clearest expressions of this momentum. Beyond its impressive scale, the event underscored the shifting dynamics of our sector, from the rise of immersive technologies and the centrality of IT to the importance of talent development and creative leadership. The Future Shapers once again reminded us that the next generation is not only ready, they are already shaping the industry we aspire to build.
This spirit of progress has echoed across all AIPC programmes. Our intelligence work, including the Membership Survey and Benchmarking Report, continued to provide essential insights for decision-making in an increasingly complex environment. Our learning portfolio from the Academies to the Summits expanded its reach and impact, with new regions joining the journey. And our commitment to excellence was reaffirmed through updated Quality Standards and the inspiring achievements recognized in this year’s Innovation Award.
Perhaps the most significant milestone of 2025 has been the introduction of a more member-powered organizational structure. With the new Educational Committee, strengthened Task Forces and Working Groups, and Future Shapers represented at Board level, AIPC is entering 2026 with a model designed for deeper collaboration, greater regional leadership, and a future-ready foundation.
As we look ahead to meeting again in Bilbao next June, I am confident that the work we have done this year has strengthened not only our association, but also the collective resilience of our global community.
To all our members, and to our valued business partners whose support enables so much of our work: thank you. Your commitment, energy, and trust continue to push AIPC forward.
On behalf of the Board, Sven, and the entire AIPC team, I wish you a joyful and restorative festive season. May the new year bring continued learning, connection, and shared success.
Julianne Jammers
President of AIPC
