Venue criteria

Venue requirements for ASD Convention 2026 hosts: 300+ capacity plenary, breakout spaces, 4-star hotel & hybrid event support.

A successful proposal must ensure that the venue meets the following requirements:

Conference venue

  • Plenary room with a minimum capacity of 300 participants.
  • Two breakout rooms each accommodating 100 participants.
  • Coffee break & exhibition area for 300 attendees.
  • Lunch space for 250 participants.
  • Networking breakfast space for 150 participants.

 

Hotel accommodation

  • At least 150 rooms (4-star category).
  • Additional nearby hotels with a minimum of 50 rooms each (4-star category).
  • Proximity to public transportation and ideally in the city centre.
  • Ability to support hybrid event formats.

When selecting a venue, please ensure a degree of flexibility in capacity to accommodate a potential moderate increase in participant numbers.

Submitting your proposal

Submit a winning proposal to host ASD 2026: include your LOC team, theme concept, venue plans, speaker ideas & sponsor strategy. Apply by 15 May!
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