Activation Area - German Booth F100
With our Diversity Quiz n’ Lunch presented by the Cologne Convention Bureau, a photo session to celebrate German Diversity Day, and a great variety of presentations from our amazing exhibitors and partners, the German stand’s new Activation Area is your place to be on the show floor at IMEX 2023 in Frankfurt. Make sure to pick your highlights and mark your calendars!

Highlight #1: Diversity Quiz n' Lunch presented by Cologne Convention Bureau

Which date marked Equal Pay Day in 2023? What world religion does not consider Sunday as its weekly holiday? Not these, but very similar questions await you at the "Diversity Quiz n' Lunch presented by Cologne Convention Bureau" in the German booth’s Activation Area (F100) at IMEX Frankfurt. When? On German Diversity Day: May 23, 1 p.m.
The quiz – including a short inspiring impulse with facts and figures – will be facilitated by diversity expert and business coach Tanja Bauer-Glück and hosted by the GCB German Convention Bureau.
So stop by, put your knowledge to the test, win one of our cool prizes and meet some amazing new people on the fly! We also stand by the “lunch” part of our announcement – snacks and drinks will be provided.
Highlight #2: What Makes Future Business Events Diverse & Inclusive?

The world of business events is as colorful as it gets: People from all around the globe meet in places all around the globe to exchange knowledge, drive innovation, and create new and meaningful networks. For a truly diverse and inclusive meetings industry, however, there is still a long way to go – be it equality in terms of age, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, social origin, religion and belief, physical and mental abilities, or race.
May 23, 2023, marks Diversity Day in Germany – join us in celebrating and share your ideas for diverse and inclusive business events of the future. Participation is easy and open on all three show days: stick a note to the walls of the German booth’s (F100) Activation Area at IMEX Frankfurt or post your thoughts on Social Media using the hashtag #letsmeetdiverse! And don't miss our short photo session on May 23, 3:45 pm.
A joint campaign by the GCB German Convention Bureau and She Means Community.
The Activation Area's Schedule at a Glance
23.05.2023
Time | Content & Partners | |
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13:00 - 14:00 |
Diversity Quiz n' Lunch
Diversity Quiz n' Lunch
Which date marked Equal Pay Day in 2023? What world religion does not consider Sunday as its weekly holiday? Not these, but very similar questions await you at the "Diversity Quiz n' Lunch". The quiz – including a short inspiring impulse with facts and figures – will be facilitated by diversity expert and business coach Tanja Bauer-Glück and hosted by the GCB German Convention Bureau. So stop by, put your knowledge to the test, win one of our cool prizes and meet some amazing new people on the fly! We also stand by the “lunch” part of our announcement – snacks and drinks will be provided. |
presented by Cologne Convention Bureau
presented by Cologne Convention Bureau
Cologne is colourful - and for years has been a fixed point of view for the concerns of the LGBTQIA+ community. Because Cologne lives tolerance, cosmopolitanism and peaceful coexistence. Why is this diversity lived out in Cologne? Probably because it is a genuine part of the city - as a home for 180 different nations, as a stronghold of gay and lesbian life, as a city with 9 % Cologne residents with a severely handicapped ID, as a city in which all age groups experience equal growth. Because diversity is simply more fun. |
14:30 - 15:00 |
Talque |
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15:45 - 16:00 |
Photo Session: #letsmeetdiverse
Photo Session: #letsmeetdiverse
Make diversity visible: share your ideas and join our short photo session on "what makes future business events diverse & inclusive?" |
A joint campaign by the GCB and She Means Community. |
16:00 - 16:30 |
Climate Mobility Challenge 2023 |
![]() Lisa Rheinheimer
![]() Christina Menzel-Ostrowski
Deutsche Bahn |
16:30 - 17:00 |
The Power of Data Unlocked
The Power of Data Unlocked
In this session, we will explore the significance of lead capture at events and demonstrate how event planners can harness its potential to their advantage. You will learn how lead capture enables sponsors and exhibitors to manage onsite staff, add custom qualifying questions, and export leads. Explore the benefits of tailored qualifying questions for targeted lead information. Uncover seamless lead export techniques to streamline data management. Don't miss the opportunity to revolutionize your event planning process, gain full control over lead capture, and achieve exceptional results. |
Eventmobi |
24.05.2023
Time | Content & Partners | |
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09:30 - 10:00 |
CCH - Congress Center Hamburg: It’s the beginning of a new era!
CCH - Congress Center Hamburg: It’s the beginning of a new era!
Hamburg Messe und Congress isn’t just opening a spectacular building – the new CCH unveils an entire new world of events and conventions. |
Hamburg Messe und Congress |
10:00 - 10:30 |
National Convention Bureaux‘ Commitment Towards Sustainability
National Convention Bureaux‘ Commitment Towards Sustainability
Express Talk on sustainable business events hosted by the GCB German Convention Bureau in cooperation with the Strategic Alliance of the National Convention Bureaux of Europe and ICCA. |
Matthias Schultze, GCB |
11:00 - 11:30 |
EUREF-Campus Düsseldorf – Events of the Future
EUREF-Campus Düsseldorf – Events of the Future
A short deep-dive into the new EUREF-Campus Düsseldorf. THE upcoming sustainable future place for innovation, mobility and events. |
Düsseldorf Convention |
12:00 - 12:30 |
Stuttgart - Sustainability (German-language session)
Stuttgart - Sustainability (German-language session)
German-language session |
Stuttgart Convention Bureau |
12:30 - 13:00 |
Sport Speaker
Sport Speaker
Keynote Speeches from Olympic Champions. SPORT SPEAKER GmbH founder Sven Ehricht presents motivational keynote speeches of celebrity olympic champions for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Events in Germany, Europe and worldwide. See the best practice projects live, hybrid and online and learn how to find and book the right Sport Speaker for your next MICE in 2023 and 2024 olympic sports year. |
Sven Ehricht |
13:30 - 14:00 |
Events Reinvented
Events Reinvented
Join Proske and magnid for an exciting group presentation on Wednesday at 1:30 PM. Learn about the fascinating possibilities of Metaverse and how AI-based content is changing the game for event planners. Gain insights about out of the box solutions that shake up the industry. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead! |
Proske |
14:00 - 14:30 |
Session in German
Session in German
Session in German |
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16:00 - 16:30 |
Sustainability - It's Not Rocket Science |
Michael Cordt, |
16:30 |
Gin & Cookies – Get a Taste of Hannover
Gin & Cookies – Get a Taste of Hannover
Join our get together and discover the mice destination of Hannover. Deutsche Messe, Hannover Congress Centrum & Hannover Congress and Events invites you to meet our team. In addition, you can network with other participants in a casual atmosphere while tasting delicious Hannover Gin cocktails and have some famous Bahlsen cookies. Meet new business partners and make valuable connections while exploring what Hannover’s venues are offering for you – spoiler alert: much more than 'Gin & Cookies'! |
Deutsche Messe Hannover |
25.05.2023
Time | Content & Partners | |
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09:30 - 10:00 |
Future Meeting Space (German-language session) |
GCB / Fraunhofer IAO |