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Welcome to the CN30

Since 2017, the Conference News 30underThirty scheme has celebrated outstanding young professionals in the conference and meetings industry. Recognising their exceptional talent, showcasing their achievements and rewarding their passion and creativity, each year 30 event professionals are enrolled into the initiative to support their development into the industry leaders of tomorrow.

Applications for the Class of 2023 are now open until 18 January 2024! If you're interested in applying, or nominating a colleague. click the links below.

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MEET THE CLASS OF 2022

Conference News is delighted to present the CN 30underThirty - Class of 2022.

Thank you for the overwhelming number of applications received in recent weeks. It has been fantastic to once again see the response from conference organisers, event agencies and associations, as well as the exceptional young talent that is prevalent in the conference and meetings industry.

THE CLASS OF 2022

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Why become a CN 30underThirty?

Becoming a CN 30underThirty is much more than just receiving an award. It is a testament to your drive for success, positioning you among the best of the best. Through the CN30 programme, you will gain access to invaluable professional and personal growth opportunities.

As a CN30 winner, you will have direct access to our editorial and marketing teams, as well as exclusive access to our awards, roundtables, networking events, and International Confex.

Conference News is incredibly proud of our CN30 alumni. We understand the importance of supporting and investing in the future leaders of our industry. Many of our graduates have gone on to achieve spectacular career success, which has been widely documented in CN magazine and our social media channels.

How it works

The Awards Ceremony
Following the judging of all applications, the CN 30underThirty winners will receive an exclusive invitation to attend the CN30 Awards ceremony. At this event, they will meet their fellow classmates and receive their trophy. Attendees will also enjoy a three-course meal, live entertainment, and professional career photos.

The CN 30underThirty Programme
The CN 30underThirty programme is a 12-month process that includes a variety of fantastic opportunities designed specifically to equip our CN30 winners with the skills, awareness, and confidence to become effective leaders within the Conference and Meetings industry.

The programme's content is experiential and practical, with clear outcomes designed to ensure that our CN30 not only become uniquely skilled individuals, but they are also provided with a platform to promote their visions, values, and insights to push our industry forward.

Explore our rising stars

The Class of 2022

The Class of 2021

The Class of 2020

The Class of 2019

The Class of 2018

The Class of 2017

Alumni from

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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