Asia Pacific Incentives And Meetings Event 2025 To Deliver Revolutionary Insights With Keynotes On Industry Growth And Wellbeing

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Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event 2025 will feature expert keynotes by Dr. Kristy Goodwin and Gus Balbontin, focusing on industry growth and wellbeing.

The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) has revealed two keynote speakers for its much-awaited 2025 Knowledge Program. This exciting event is scheduled to be held in February at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), promising to deliver valuable insights and expertise to attendees.

The theme for this year’s Knowledge Program, “We Matter!”, highlights the global business events industry as a significant force behind economic growth. Participants will be inspired by two exceptional speakers who will delve into the vital connection between personal wellbeing, innovation, and the overall success of the industry.

Dr. Kristy Goodwin, a renowned neuro-performance scientist and award-winning author, is known for translating the latest neuroscience and technology research into actionable strategies that boost performance. Sponsored by speaker bureau Ovations!, her keynote will provide attendees with invaluable insights on how to excel in the fast-paced, digital world.

Meanwhile, Gus Balbontin, former Executive Director and CTO of Lonely Planet, takes a bold and unconventional approach to innovation. Sponsored by ICMI, his keynote will challenge the audience to embrace discomfort and rebellion as catalysts for generating groundbreaking ideas.

In her keynote, Powered-Up Performers: The Neuroscience of Sustainable Peak Performance in a Digital Age, Dr. Goodwin will share cutting-edge neuroscience insights and practical, brain-based micro-habits, empowering AIME delegates to boost productivity, effectively manage stress, and optimize energy in today’s demanding digital landscape.

“I’ll share simple micro-habits that event professionals can integrate into their daily lives to become a high-res, powered-up version of themselves,” Dr Goodwin says. “Wellbeing is essential for anyone who wants to continue driving growth in the events industry.” 

Gus Balbontin is just as eager to push the AIME audience beyond their comfort zone in his session titled Adapt. Known for his dynamic and disruptive approach, Balbontin will encourage attendees to embrace change and discomfort as the foundation for driving innovation and growth in an ever-evolving industry.

“I’m excited to challenge them, to provoke fresh thinking, and help them reconnect with the rebellious mindset that fuels innovation,” he says. “I always say to the audience, if I don’t make you uncomfortable, you’re not going to learn anything new.” 

The Knowledge Program at AIME 2025 is expected to attract over 1,500 global event professionals on its opening day. Hosted and curated by El Kwang, founder of BEAMexperience, the program promises to reach new heights under Kwang’s leadership, with a focus on delivering impactful and transformative insights to the event industry.

“This year’s dynamic speakers underpin our ambition to craft a superior and pertinent Knowledge Program that builds on past successes, sets new standards in content leadership, and solidifies AIME’s reputation as the quintessential hub for gathering and learning.” 

AIME Event Director Silke Calder emphasizes that the keynote speakers embody the core objectives of the Knowledge Program. She notes that the program is designed to offer event professionals unmatched insights, inspiration, and intelligence, aligning with AIME’s mission to foster growth and innovation within the global events industry.

“We are thrilled to have such inspirational and exciting speakers to launch the Knowledge Program at AIME 2025. Each year the Knowledge Program continues to grow and is a key programming element of AIME, which bolsters our commitment to furthering education and professional growth opportunities for our industry,” Calder says. 

“We will be announcing the full program in the next few weeks, it’s shaping up to be our best yet!” 

AIME 2025 is scheduled to take place from February 10 to 12, 2025, at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC). The AIME 2025 Knowledge Program will be available to Hosted Buyers, Hosted Media, Exhibitors, and Visitor Buyers who opt to upgrade their tickets, offering exclusive access to valuable industry insights and networking opportunities.