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Christoph Tessmar has been elected as the new President of ICCA. Photo courtesy ICCA World.
Christoph Tessmar, who is director of the Barcelona Convention Bureau, has been elected as the new President of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) by the association’s membership, who have gathered in Panama this week.
“Over the past few weeks, so many people have been part of this journey. Some in front of the camera, many others through conversations, messages and words of encouragement. To all of you, thank you. Your support has meant more to me than you can imagine,” Tessmar wrote in a LinkedIn post following the announcement.
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“The enthusiasm surrounding this announcement in Panama reflects the strength of our community and the possibilities that lie ahead. By continuing to connect perspectives, share knowledge and champion the global business events industry, we can build on our progress and deliver even greater impact for our members and the wider industry,” the ICCA executive team shared in a press release.
Tessmar’s election was part of the General Assembly during the 2026 ICCA Congress in Panama, which also marked the end of Marta Gomes’s term as ICCA’s President.
Kate Mulcrone is Convene’s managing digital editor.