OPTIMEET Expo 2026 was not only the largest meeting and event expo in Scandinavia
It was a unique gathering place for meeting and event buyers seeking new solutions, stronger partnerships, and inspiration to develop their events.
Future-focused
professional program
This year’s professional program was significantly expanded and took place across six stage areas, featuring over 25 talks, workshops, and other activities based on the expo’s 3 central themes:
Re-Charge, Re-Tech og Re-Generative.
Here, guests gained concrete insights into how meetings and events can create greater engagement, leverage new technological opportunities, and be organized in a more sustainable manner - both from a human and a business perspective.
Inspiration for all types of meetings, conferences, and events
A expo with focus on
valuable partnerships
and new solutions
For many meeting planners, attending the expo is about finding the right partners and solutions that can enhance the quality and impact of their events.
Events require both an overview and dialogue and it is precisely this direct access to all types of suppliers that is one of the expo's greatest strengths.
Guests explored offerings from both established- and new suppliers, gaining insights into everything from new formats and participatory experiences to logistics, technology, and event execution.
A place for
transformation
The way we meet is changing. The workplace is more flexible, technology is evolving rapidly, and the demands on both content and impact are higher than ever.
The OPTIMEET expo positions itself as the place where meeting and event buyers meet with suppliers to understand and shape these developments.
With a record number of exhibitors and strong professional content, the expo once again set the direction for what drives and shapes meetings, conferences, and events in Scandinavia.
From OPTIMEET, we would like to extend a big thank you to all guests, exhibitors, sponsors, and partners for being a part of an unforgettable day.
See you next year?
March 11, 2027
Bella Arena
See the 25+ speakers you could experience at the OPTIMEET Expo 2026
Julia Lahme
Ethnologist, trend researcher, author, and director of Lahme Kommunikation
Anders Bæk
Author, civil engineer, tech and AI expert
Morten Resen
Entrepreneur and former TV host on Go' Morgen Danmark
Magnus Göransson
Director of Design, SWEN Creative AB
Bastian Overgaard
Expert in meeting culture and leadership
Bo Krüger
Meeting Designer, Moving Minds
Trine Plambech
Director of Digital Sustainability at the Alexandra Institute
Henrik Lübker
Head of Tourism Development, VisitMiddelfart
Jonas Oddermose
CEO of Alive, an event and group travel agency
Lykke Møller Kristensen
Journalist, author & advisor
Claus Sneppen
Associate Partner at the Institute for Future Studies and meeting advisor at Great Meetings
Maria Therese Jessen-Petersen
Founder of Quietspace
Noah Rosanes
Reflection event
Sofie Randel
Founder of Rethink Event
Federico Toja
Director Chapter Operations Europe, MPI International
Thomas Liebe & Sandra Houmann
Teambuilding and development experts, CoastZone
Rikke Nordentoft Damborg
CEO & Partner, Eventually
Mette Schønnemann
Director of Communications, Deloitte Denmark.
Sofia Eriksson
Global Director of Sales, The Experience Studio, American Express GBT Meetings & Events
Magnus Holde-Bygvraa
CCO og Partner, LIWLIG
Jarle Fink Kondrup
Turism Lead & Partner, Innovation Lab
Nicoline Jacoby Hansen
Expert in participatory meetings and conferences, PLUS Agency
Mads Herschend
Lecturer, teacher, and expert in well-being and job satisfaction
Pernille Garde Abildgaard
Consultant, author, and founder of TAKE BACK TIME
Troels W. Kjær
Brain researcher, specialist physician, and author
Magnus Helgesson
Speaker, entrepreneur, and mental coach
OPTIMEET Expo 2026 – Stage Areas and Workshops
SPOTLIGHT Stage
The main stage of the Expo! Throughout the day, you can enjoy exciting talks from leading experts.
INSIGHTS Stage
Here, buyers, suppliers, and industry organizations meet to discuss relevant cases and debate the most important topics of the day.
SENSEscape
Step into a calm and sensory sanctuary amid the hustle and bustle of the expo. Throughout the day, there will also be short sessions focusing on calmness, presence, and mindfulness.
Silent Tours
Discover Silent Tours at the expo – a unique “walk and learn” experience!
Co-Create & Connect
Participate in exciting workshops and networking sessions.
INSPIRATION Area - Powered by Athenas
3 professional tracks formed the framework of the expo’s program
Meetings that not only bring people together, but leave a lasting positive impact. With local anchoring, circular solutions, and holistic design, events become a driving force for transformation and community.
With AI, digital tools, and interactive solutions, events become more personal, efficient, and engaging. Get inspired by how technology can elevate your events – from planning to participant experience.
The events of the future place participant wellbeing at the centre. It’s not only about professional content, but also about creating space for mental calm, movement, and sensory breaks. With a focus on inclusion and flexible settings, meetings and events become places where people can recharge and build meaningful relationships.
Highlights from the OPTIMEET Expo 2026















