Hosted Buyer Program

This is an exclusive program for C-level profiles responsible for the identification and acquisition of digital and/or technological products and/or solutions to boost the competitiveness of their organization, and who would like to request travel and accommodation coverage for attending DES – Digital Enterprise Show to connect with suppliers of interest at the event.  All applications will be reviewed internally by the DES team for validation and confirmation of acceptance to the Hosted Buyer Program will be officially communicated.

The Hosted Buyer Program is created for CIOs, Chief Procurement Officers, Supply Managers and other profiles in Purchase Departments responsible for the purchase and integration of technology in international or national companies of any industry.

• Transport (flight or train ticket) and hotel are included between Tuesday 10th June and 12th June, 2025.
• Two nights’ accommodation in the hotel**** booked by the organization and buffet breakfast included.
• An Honour pass with access to:
  • Showroom area and all the conferences of the Digital Business World Congress.
  • VIP Area: a rest area, bar service, business center, and free wifi.
  • Different networking activities within the framework of DES. (this is a unique and personal invitation, and you cannot bring a plus one).
    • Welcome Party
    • Leadership Summit Lunch or CIO Summit Lunch
• Shuttle from the meeting point to the fairground and to the networking activities.
• Structured Meeting’s agenda with executives of suppliers of interest present at DES (non-prepared by the organization) – A minimum of 5 meetings is required.
• Closing Party & Cocktail

Deadline to register for the Hosted Program?

You can apply as a participant in the Hosted Program from March 1st until May 10th 2025, both days inclusive.

After the indicated deadline, the organization cannot guarantee travel and accommodation coverage.

• Hosted Buyer Program is a plan of action strictly reserved for C-level profiles responsible for the identification and acquisition of digital and/or technological products and/or solutions whose mission is to come to DES – Digital Enterprise Show to meet potential suppliers, close business opportunities and establish commercial links.
• Transport only by train or airplane in economy class and only within Europe.
• Hotel accommodation is only for 1 guest.
• The train or flight ticket includes a cabin bag.
• Transfers from the airport/train station to the hotel and diets are NOT included, nor extra hotel expenses (minibar or other services).
• The organization reserves the right to choose the airline, railway company or hotel. The organization will try to book the flight or train that suits best your schedule preferences.
• Once the transport ticket and the hotel room are booked and confirmed, only one change to your travel plan will be accepted. Any extra charge for changes or cancellations shall be charged to the person concerned.
• The organization only works with our selected list of hotels. Changes to other accommodation will not be covered.
• Each Hosted Buyer will be required to participate in at least 5 meetings with potential suppliers in the Brokerage Event for 1to1 meetings in the venue, as well as encouraged to attend the networking activities created by the organization.
• Selected networking activities will be confirmed by the organization following a first-come first served basis. Invitations are individual and personal, plus one is not accepted.
• Printed pass is mandatory to access the event and to the network activities.

The Hosted Buyer Program selection is determined according to the participation criteria indicated by the organization (limited places available)

For more information, do not hesitate to contact us: at [email protected]