The International Association of Conference Centres has appointed Denis Flanagan as European chair of the International Association of Conference Centres (IACC).
Flanagan is the commercial and logistic director at the Golden Jubilee Conference Hotel and has served on the IACC European Board since January 2020. During 2024 and 2025 he held the role of vice chair.
His appointment as European chair reflects his leadership across the hospitality and meetings sector, as well as his long-standing contribution to the organisation.
In his new role, he will also join the IACC Global Board, helping to shape strategic direction at an international level.
As chair, Flanagan will focus on driving innovation across the meetings and events sector, expanding educational and professional development opportunities for members, and strengthening collaboration between IACC venues across Europe and globally.
Commenting on his appointment, he said: “I am honoured to be appointed European Chair of IACC and to represent an organisation that sets the global benchmark for excellence in the meetings industry. IACC has played a significant role in my own professional development, and I look forward to building on the strong foundations already in place.”
His new role will also support greater knowledge sharing and best practice across the IACC community.
Mark Cooper, IACC CEO said: “Denis brings proven leadership and a clear strategic outlook that reflects the needs of IACC members across Europe and our wider global community. He has consistently demonstrated an ability to think on behalf of the industry, championing collaboration, innovation and high standards that support venues and meeting professionals worldwide.”
He added: “Denis’s appointment also reflects the strong mutual respect between the Europe chapter board and the executive team, which has helped create an environment where IACC continues to deliver at the highest level for our members.”