Embark on a journey as the fifth jubilee edition of the "Meeting Industry at 5!" competition unfolds, meticulously organized by SKKP - Polish Conference and Congress Association. You can submit works in the English language.

The range of accepted works remains consistent, with a thematic focus on areas related to the functioning of business tourism, the meeting industry, and the MICE sector. This includes addressing one of the following areas:

1. Assessment of the current industry condition.
2. Analysis of trends and changes occurring in Poland and worldwide.
3. Proposal of solutions worth applying in the industry.
4. Analysis of the industry's impact on the economy of Poland or the region.

The total prize pool for the competition is set at 7,500 złoty.

A noteworthy addition to this year's edition is the option to submit works in English. This change has been incorporated into the regulations, available in full on the SKKP website (skkp.org.pl/konkurs). Evaluation criteria will encompass innovation and potential benefits stemming directly or indirectly from the assessed works, with a focus on their potential impact on the development and condition of the industry. The competition, running for several consecutive years, presents an opportunity for individuals interested in business tourism to establish new connections and showcase analytical skills before a panel of experts.

The competition's significance is further underscored by the distinguished composition of the judging panel, featuring prominent representatives from the academic community, facility managers, and industry association representatives.

The deadline for submitting works through the dedicated form available on the SKKP website is February 29, 2024.

Members of the Competition Jury

An esteemed panel of judges awaits to evaluate the submissions meticulously:

• Paula Fanderowska - Chair of the Jury, President of the Board of SKKP - the Association of Conferences and Congresses in Poland
• Dr. Anna Kalinowska-Żeleźnik, Professor at Uniwersytet WSB Merito Gdańsk
• Prof. Dr. Jolanta Żyśko, Vice-Rector for Promotion and Development of the University, Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Józefa Piłsudskiego w Warszawie
• Prof. Dr. Jadwiga Berbeka, Head of the Tourism Department, Krakow University of Economics
• Prof. Dr. Piotr Zmyślony, Poznan University of Economics
• Dr. Krzysztof Cieslikowski, Tourism Management Department, Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego w Katowicach
• Magdalena Piasecka, Board Member of the Lower Silesian Tourist Organization
• Agnieszka Sikorska, Director of the Silesian Tourist Organization, Silesia Convention Bureau
• Michał Kalarus, THINK MICE
• Anna Jedrocha, President of Symposium Cracoviense
• Anna Woda, Secretary-General of the Board of SKKP
• Sabrina Żymierska, Director of Facilities, Grupa MTP MTP - Międzynarodowe Targi Poznańskie