Why Join AIPCO

The AIPCO is recognised as the premier association for professional conference organisers (PCOs) in Ireland. We offer a range of membership options designed to cater for different sectors of the conference community.

By joining the AIPCO you will enjoy the following benefits :

Connection

Engagement (or association) with Professional Conference Organisers working to the highest standards.

Networking

Opportunity to network with business professionals engaged in the conference sector.

Education

Access to advanced education in conference and event management.

Global reach

Industry knowledge and trends through our international network.

Lobbying

Active lobbying and engagement with associations and state agencies.

Membership Types

Accredited PCO Members

AIPCO membership is open to professional conference organising companies operating in Ireland, who have demonstrated the comprehensive experience and ability to organise all aspects of  international conferences.

Individual Members

Individual membership is open to all industry practitioners engaged in the conference and events sector in Ireland.

 

 

Student Members

Open to students in 3rd level education who are interested in the conference and events industry in Ireland.

 

 

How To Apply

Accredited PCO Membership

AIPCO Full Membership

Full membership of the AIPCO is open to Professional Conference Organisers who have been engaged in the organisation of professional conferences, congresses and other international and national meetings for at least 4 years. It is a company membership and those applying should have organised 8 international meetings in a full management role which were:

AIPCO Associate Membership

Associate membership of the AIPCO is open to Professional Conference Organisers who have been engaged in the organisation of professional conferences, congresses and other international and national meetings for at least 4 years. It is a company membership and those applying should have organised 4 international meetings in a full management role which were:

Individual Membership

Annual Fee : €125

Industry Professionals

Open to professionals supplying a service to the Business Tourism industry on the island of Ireland including hotels, venues, AV and Digital support services.

Membership Benefits

National Associations​

Open to professionals working for National Associations, public sector and Trade Associations who have specific responsibility for the organisation and management of Conferences and Events.

Membership Benefits

Corporate Planners

Open to professionals working in corporate organisations who have specific responsibility for the organisation and management of Conferences and Events.

Membership Benefits

Student Membership

Annual Fee : €20

Students

Open to students in Third level education who are interested in the conference and events industry in Ireland.

Membership affords the opportunity to access educational sessions and networking opportunities with experienced industry professionals.

Membership Benefits

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