Dr. Senthil Gopinath, CEO of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), brings over 20 years of expertise in the meetings, association, and leisure industry. A proven leader, he has held key roles, including CEO of the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau and Vice President at Kuoni. His experience spans pivotal positions in Dubai, notably at Congress Solutions International, driving large-scale international meetings in the UAE and the region. Senthil holds advanced degrees in business administration and a Ph.D., reflecting his dedication to growth and innovation. Recognized as Global Business Events Strategist of the Year by PCMA, he leads ICCA’s 1,150 members across 100+ countries, advancing the association meetings industry with unmatched data and development opportunities.