AIME 2026 Knowledge Monday: Full Program Unveiled with “Expertise Matters!”

Knowledge Monday

The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) has unveiled the full agenda for its expanded 2026 Knowledge Monday program, opening AIME at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) on Monday 9 February. This year’s theme, Expertise Matters!, celebrates the credibility, strategic insight, and impact of business events professionals navigating an ever-evolving global landscape.

A Day of Learning and Insight

Curated by BEAMexperience Founder El Kwang in collaboration with AIME and guided by a distinguished Advisory Committee of industry leaders from across Asia Pacific, Knowledge Monday offers high-impact keynote presentations and 22 breakout sessions across two 60-minute streams. The program is designed to sharpen skills, elevate strategic thinking, and strengthen industry capability.

Attendees can choose from sessions across five core content categories: Business Strategy & Leadership; Event Management & Experience Design; Technology, AI & Data; Humanity, Talent & Skills Development; and Sustainability & Legacy. Topics include navigating AI-enhanced environments, designing for authentic human engagement, mastering leadership effectiveness, creating legacy-driven event strategies, and transforming creativity into measurable commercial outcomes.

Expert Keynote Speakers

Setting the tone for Knowledge Monday are three standout keynote speakers:

Dan Haesler – Performance and Leadership Coach
Haesler explores how mindset and environment shape authentic engagement and professional impact. Drawing on experience with elite athletes and global organisations, he will guide delegates on creating environments where expertise thrives.

Milo Wilkinson – Behavioural Scientist & Futurist
Wilkinson reveals the neuroscience behind decision-making, attention, and trust. Her session decodes how subconscious drivers influence strategic event design, helping attendees elevate events from functional gatherings to impactful experiences.

Kristina Karlsson – Founder of kikki.K and Dream Life
Karlsson shares her personal story of resilience and reinvention, offering practical strategies to lead with purpose and apply lived expertise for long-term impact.

Breakout Sessions Featuring Leading Experts

More than 30 specialists will guide interactive workshops, panels, and presentations. Speakers include Anna Glynn, Dr Danny Davis, Jess Turnbull, George Hawwa, Ian Jones, Andy Sharpe, Winitha Bonney OAM, Stephanie Tranquille, Dave Chauhan, and Anna Patterson. Content partners include SITE ANZ, PCMA APAC, AIPC, AuSAE, EarthCheck with ICCA APAC, and IAPCO.

A Platform for Connection and Innovation

Knowledge Monday

Knowledge Monday sets the stage for three days of networking, learning, and business growth. The Ideas Academy, presented by Spice, will return on 10 and 11 February as a dynamic space for fast, thought-provoking discussions on the trade show floor.

AIME 2026 will bring together over 4,500 attendees, including 700 exhibitors, 700 hosted buyers, and more than 20,000 pre-scheduled appointments, solidifying its position as Asia Pacific’s premier business events trade show. Visitor buyers can also upgrade their tickets to participate in Knowledge Monday and experience the full depth of the program.

AIME 2026 https://aime.com.au

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre https://www.mcec.com.au

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