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Welcome to the CN30

The CN 30underThirty initiative recognises the industry’s exceptional talent; showcasing their achievements and rewarding their passion, creativity and brilliance that makes them the leaders of tomorrow within the conference and meetings industry.

Every year since its launch in 2017, we unveil a list of 30 event professionals under the age of 30 who have shown exceptional tenacity, talent and a proven trajectory in conferences and meetings. They are the individuals who we believe will path the way to success in our industry, they break barriers, ignore the status quo, demonstrate passion, skill and ultimately push the industry forward. They are the rising stars.

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The Class of 2020

The Class of 2019

The Class of 2018

The Class of 2017

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Why become a CN 30underThirty?
Becoming a CN 30underThirty is more than just about receiving an award. Gaining this accolade encourages your drive for success as it positions you amongst the best of the best and through your own CN30 programme be supplied with invaluable professional and personal growth.

Being a CN 30 also grants you direct contact to our editorial and marketing teams as well as property access to our Awards, Roundtables, networking events and International Confex!

The Conference News team is extremely proud of tis CN30 alumni because we understand the importance to support and invest in the future leaders of our industry. Many of our 2018, 2019 and 2020 graduates have gone on to achieve spectacular career success which has been documented widely in the CN magazine and social media.

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How it works

The Awards Ceremony
After all submissions have been entered judged. The CN 30underThirty winners will be exclusively invited to attend their CN30 Awards ceremony where they will meet their fellow classmates and receive their trophy. Attendees will also receive a three-course meal, live entertainment and professional career photos.

The CN 30underThirty programme
The CN 30underThirty programme is a 12-month process that consists of fantastic opportunities, designed specifically to give the CN30 winners; the skills, awareness and confidence to be effective leaders within the Conference and Meetings industry. The programme content is experiential and practical, with clear outcomes being delivered to ensure our CN30 not only become uniquely skilled individuals but are provided with a platform that promotes their visions, values and insights to push our industry forward.

The CN30 Class of 2021 Awards ceremony and programme will be released soon.

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What they've said

To have made the CN30 under thirty 2020 list is an absolute honour, and I am beyond proud. The award has opened so many opportunities to network with inspiring people. A massive thank you to Conference News for supporting and promoting talent in this incredible industry, and for this fantastic award!

Jess Hebden
Media 1 Productions
It was such an honour and an incredibly poignant time to be recognized in the events industry as we pivoted to an entirely new future of live events. The opportunities for alumnae are really exciting and most importantly it is a great opportunity to connect with a diverse group of peers. Thank you Conference News for the support, I am very proud to be a part of Class of 2020!

Hannah Caldwell
WRG
It's really exciting (and humbling) to be recognised alongside our industry's top young guns in CN's 30 under Thirty program. I'm delighted to be part of a group of communicators that are challenging the way we design events and experiences. It is such a pivotal time to be working in this industry and Conference News has given me an epic group of peers to navigate new changes with. Thank you so much again!

Georgia Cross
Cheerful Twentyfirst
"It's a great group of people on the list, I'm so happy to be a winner, it feels great to be part of a movement and credited for something I've worked so hard for. I really love what I do, I love working in events, so now going from 2019 into 2020 it’s a really exciting time to be in the events industry, there's lots happening, lots going on and theirs lots of people to network with and be connected with through these awards, so really, really happy. Thank you so much for Conference News for this fantastic award!"

Juliet Tripp
Chemical Watch
Being a part of CN 30 under 30s is a surreal opportunity. As I continue to collaborate & grow with the other members of this group, it is truly inspiring to see how each can bring their own expertise to help solve a common challenge. It is a constant reminder that there are so many different ways that we as an industry can continue to grow and develop with the ever-evolving ecosystem that is events. I am proud at the opportunity to be at the forefront of technology within the industry, always acting as an extension of my client to help connect people in meaningful ways.

Robert Chain
Swapcard
I still don’t think it’s sunk in! Firstly, to be nominated by Ashfield Event Experiences was a huge honour, but then to actually be picked as a winner by Conference News was a surreal moment – I cried when I found out! I love my job, and to be recognised in the #ClassOf2020 when it was such a challenging year for everyone in the industry, I am very thankful and appreciative to have been selected as a winner. It’s such an amazing list of people – I know we’ll all continue to work hard to get through this uncertain and constantly changing period

Katie Williamson
Ashfield Event Experiences

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