Congrex

17/04/2025

As we hop into the Easter break, the Congrex Switzerland team enjoyed a sweet surprise, chocolate bunnies for everyone. A small gesture that brought big smiles across the office.

Wishing all our clients, partners and colleagues a joyful and restful Easter holiday. May it be filled with peace, renewal and just the right amount of chocolate.

🐣🌷 Happy Easter from all of us at Congrex Switzerland

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25/03/2025

Last call! Our live workshop starts today at 15:00 CET!

There’s still time to register for "Delivering High-Impact Presentations for Non-Profit Success", hosted by Naomi Smith.

In just 60 minutes, you’ll gain proven techniques to present with more confidence, clarity, and influence.

📍 Online via Teams

Make today the day you take your presentation skills to the next level.

🔗 Register now before it kicks off: https://congrex.com/services/teaching-workshops/

Boost your association’s communication skills with Congrex’s tailored workshops. From SEO to strategic marketing, gain practical know-how.

20/03/2025

A congress starts long before the first session, and our Registration Team is at the heart of it all.

From welcoming thousands of delegates to managing endless emails and even reuniting people with their lost phones, they ensure everything runs smoothly.

It takes precision, patience and, as it turns out, quite a lot of sweets and coffee. A huge thank you to this incredible team for their dedication and hard work.

We could not do it without you.

06/03/2025

Boost Your Presentation Skills & Make an Impact!

In the non-profit sector, your ability to communicate with clarity and confidence can mean the difference between engaging an audience or losing them.

Our "Delivering High-Impact Presentations for Non-Profit Success" workshop, led by Naomi Smith, will teach you:

🔹 How to make a strong first impression
🔹 Techniques to craft compelling, audience-focused presentations
🔹 Tips for designing engaging slides
🔹 Strategies to deliver with confidence and impact

📅 Event details:

Duration: 45 minutes
Date & time: Tuesday, 25 March, 15:00 - 16:00 (CET)
Location: Online via Teams
Hosted by: Naomi Smith

Take your presentation skills to the next level and ensure your message is heard!

🔗 Register now:

Boost your association’s communication skills with Congrex’s tailored workshops. From SEO to strategic marketing, gain practical know-how.

25/02/2025

Looking for ways to make your event experience more interactive and engaging?

Gamification can help!

Adding game elements to learning experiences can make sessions more dynamic, memorable, and fun.

🎯 Gamified experiences can:
✅ Encourage participation and knowledge retention
✅ Foster networking and collaboration
✅ Create an immersive and rewarding event atmosphere

Want to learn how to implement gamification effectively? Check out our latest blog: 👇
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Discover how integrating gamified learning experiences can boost attendee engagement and knowledge retention at your conferences.

20/02/2025

It’s a wrap!

The very first Congrex Open House at our office in Basel was a great success!

Last week, over the course of two inspiring days, we had the pleasure of welcoming our clients and giving them an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Congrex. Our team showcased their expertise, shared insights into our processes and connected with our clients.

For those who couldn’t join us, stay tuned! Over the coming months, we will be sharing more about our departments right here on LinkedIn.

20/02/2025

Exciting news from Congrex Switzerland!

We are delighted to share that the latest issue of IAPCO`s PCO Magazine features an insightful article by our Marketing Coordinator, Kristina Meya, on the power of strategic pre-event communication.

From setting clear objectives and tailoring messages for stakeholders to leveraging technology and reviewing performance, this piece offers valuable tips for delivering impactful event communications.

📰 Read the full article in The PCO Issue 115 Edition 6 (2024) by IAPCO here (page 15):
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📄 For a deeper dive into our expert strategies, download our white paper here:
🔗 https://congrex.com/download/effective-strategies-for-outstanding-pre-event-communication/

Theme: Excellence — a goal or state of mind? Is excellence something you tick off, or it is a way of being? IAPCO’s advocacy campaign ‘Unlocking Excellence’ emphasises the latter. Success hinges on precision, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to quality. At IAPCO excellence is no...

20/02/2025

The new season is off to an exciting start, with two congresses concluding today!

📍 The ECTRIMS Winter School 2025 began on January 15th in Riga and wraps up today. This event has brought together leading minds in multiple sclerosis for an enriching educational programme. More details here: https://ectrims.eu/ongoing-educational-programmes/winter-schools/

📍 Meanwhile, the 27th Annual Meeting of the Swiss Stroke Society (Schweizerische Hirnschlag Gesellschaft (SHG)), running from January 16th to 17th in Bern, is also coming to a close. This gathering has fostered critical discussions and advancements in stroke care. Learn more: https://www.neurovasc.ch/annual-meeting/scientific-programme/27th-annual-meeting

A huge thank you to our dedicated project teams onsite for their incredible work ensuring the success of these events. Here is to a strong start to 2025!

20/02/2025

Neues Jahr, neue Chancen für dich!

Bist du auf der Suche nach einer spannenden Stelle in einem dynamischen und internationalen Umfeld? Congrex Switzerland stellt ein!

Wir suchen aktuell motivierte Talente für folgende Positionen:

1️⃣ Event Marketing & Communication Coordinator (60–100%)
💼 Bist du ein kreativer Kopf mit einer Leidenschaft für Eventmarketing? Erfahre mehr und bewirb dich hier: Update: Die Stelle ist besetzt. Wir freuen uns jedoch über Initiativbewerbungen: https://congrex.com/jobs/

2️⃣ Receptionist mit administrativer Allrounder-Rolle (40%)
📋 Organisation ist deine Stärke und du schaffst gerne eine einladende Atmosphäre? Erfahre mehr und bewirb dich hier: Update: Die Stelle ist besetzt. Wir freuen uns jedoch über Initiativbewerbungen: https://congrex.com/jobs/

Werde Teil unseres Teams und hilf uns, unvergessliche Veranstaltungen und ausgezeichneten Service zu liefern. Wir freuen uns auf deine Bewerbung!

20/12/2024

As the year comes to a close, we are excited to share our Congrex Olympia Torch video. Follow the torch as it travels from conference to conference, revisiting this year’s incredible destinations. You may also find this video on our YouTube Channel.

Our office will be closed from 21st December 2024 to 1st January 2025.

Thank you for a fantastic 2024 – we wish you all a peaceful holiday season.

13/12/2024

This year, we embraced the spirit of play with our motto, “Congrex Olympic Games – let’s play.” From office pentathlons to torch handovers at our conferences, 2024 has been a year of creativity, teamwork, and joy.

We’re excited to share the highlights of our torch handovers in this video—don’t miss it! And stay tuned for part two, coming December 18th on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Join us in this inspiring first chapter of the Congrex Torch series as we hand the Congrex Torch on from one congress to the next. Much like the Olympic trad...

14/11/2024

Congrex Olympic Games – Let’s Play!

In October, we hosted a special lunch break activity as part of our “Congrex Olympic Games” initiative. The highlight? A Bingo game, creatively organised by Meaghan, that brought our team closer together! Colleagues discovered fun facts about each other over Bingo cards, like who has a secret talent for playing an instrument or who has been on TV. The dessert buffet from our Association Management Team was the cherry on top!

At Congrex, we’re all about fostering connections and making every moment count. Here’s to more fun and memorable team experiences!

22/10/2024

📢 We're hiring! 📢

Congrex Switzerland is looking for a Payroll Specialist (40%) to join our team in Basel. If you're skilled in payroll processing, pay close attention to detail, and enjoy working in a supportive environment, this could be the perfect role for you! You’ll work closely with our HR team, managing payroll and social insurance for 70 employees.

🌍 Flexible work options
📍 Location: Basel, Switzerland

Interested?

13/09/2024

The Congrex Switzerland Farm Olympics 2024! 🌾

At Congrex, we believe that work is about more than just meetings and deadlines. Our Farm Olympics 2024, part of the "Congrex Olympic Games" series, gave our team a chance to unplug, get outdoors, and show their skills in a fun and competitive way! 🌟 From hay bale races to farm-style challenges, the day was filled with laughter, teamwork, and a lot of team spirit!

We value our employees and know that when we work and grow together, we succeed together. Could this be your next team? 💼✨

Learn more about our Farm Olympics here: https://congrex.com/press-releases-congrex-news/congrex-switzerlands-farm-olympics-2024

28/06/2024

Continuing the Fun: Board Game Night at Congrex! 🌟

As part of our ongoing "Congrex Olympic Games: Let's play" theme, our team recently hosted a board and card game night, adding another layer of fun and fellowship to our team activities. This event was a fantastic opportunity for our colleagues to unwind, strategise, and connect in a relaxed and enjoyable setting.

The game night included various board and card games that sparked laughter, friendly competition, and strategic thinking. It was a wonderful reminder that team spirit can thrive in many forms, whether through athletic challenges or intellectual games.

Read more in our blog post 👉 https://congrex.com/press-releases-congrex-news/celebrating-team-spirit-congrex-olympic-games-2024/

13/06/2024

🌍📍 We are proud to be at EULAR 2024 in Vienna, supporting one of the most important gatherings in rheumatology!

Our dedicated team is on the ground, helping to ensure the success of this pivotal event. Big hugs and a huge thank you to everyone for their amazing work! 💪❤️

29/05/2024

Exciting News, Facebook Friends!

We are thrilled to announce Congrex Switzerland’s brand-new website launch! 🌐✨

Our team has been hard at work to bring you a faster, sleeker, and more user-friendly online experience. Here’s what makes our new site so special:

🎨 Fresh, Modern Design: We’ve given our site a stylish makeover to reflect our cutting-edge approach to tech and design.

🧭 Easy Navigation: Our streamlined layout makes finding the info you need simpler than ever.

🔍 SEO Magic: Enhanced SEO ensures you can easily find us via search engines.

🎭 Interactive Fun: We’ve added dynamic elements to keep you engaged and encourage you to explore.

📚 Updated Content: Stay informed about our services, events, and industry insights.

“Our new website is easy to navigate and enhances the customer experience. Users should find the information they are looking for in no time,” says Silvano Schaer, our Chief Commercial Officer.

Take a tour of our new website and see what we’re all about at congrex.com. And if you’re interested in joining our amazing team, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’d love to hear from you! 💼❤️

02/05/2024

Hello, researchers and conference enthusiasts! 🌟

Are you gearing up to submit an abstract but feeling a bit overwhelmed? We’ve got you covered with our freshly updated guide on writing a conference abstract that stands out! 📝✨

Discover simple tips to make your abstract clear, concise, and compelling. Plus, learn about the latest trends and how our team at Congrex can help make your presentation shine, whether it's online or onsite.

Check out the full article here:

Let’s get your research the attention it deserves!

A conference abstract is a conference organiser’s first impression of you, so how can you ensure your abstract stands out?