GBCI Europe Circle 2023
Client: Green Business Certification Inc. Guests: ~190 attendees Duration: 3 days Type: Conference, workshops & networking Locations: Barcelona (multi-venue)
PearlSandals was proud to design and deliver the GBCI Europe Circle 2023, a three-day international event hosted by Green Business Certification Inc.. Bringing together nearly 200 professionals from across Europe, the event focused on the theme “To Neutrality and Beyond”, exploring the future of sustainable development and the built environment.
Attendees included industry leaders, investors, architects, engineers, and sustainability consultants, alongside more than 30 international speakers.
A three-day international conference bringing together nearly 200 sustainability leaders to explore “To Neutrality and Beyond”.
The goal was to design an event that didn’t just discuss sustainability—but actively demonstrated it.
Every decision, from venue selection to catering and logistics, needed to align with environmentally responsible practices, without compromising on quality or experience.
At the same time, the programme had to feel dynamic and seamless, bringing together multiple formats, speakers, and locations across the city.
The Vision
The Experience
Guests were guided through a carefully curated three-day programme combining content, connection, and discovery across Barcelona.
The programme included:
Keynote sessions and panel discussions with international speakers
Interactive workshops across multiple rooms and formats
A large-scale networking reception with live music
A press conference and industry gatherings
Guided visits to LEED-certified buildings in the 22@ district
Key venues: Recinte Moderniste de Sant Pau, Ca L’Alier, Platinum BCN
Our Role
PearlSandals managed the event end-to-end, ensuring a seamless experience across all three days.
Our responsibilities included:
Coordinating multiple venues and programme formats
Managing timing, guest flow, and transitions between locations
Collaborating with certified catering partners and local suppliers
Overseeing on-site operations from setup to final breakdown
Integrating sustainable practices across all elements of the event
The Result
The event was delivered smoothly across all three days, with excellent feedback from both organisers and attendees.
The GBCI Europe Circle 2023 demonstrated that large-scale international events can be both highly professional and environmentally responsible—setting a benchmark for sustainability-driven gatherings.
"Working with PearlSandals on our GBCI Europe Circle event in Barcelona was a truly positive experience. Over three days, their team delivered a complex international programme for nearly 200 attendees, managing multiple venues and formats with impressive precision.
From conferences and workshops to networking receptions and guided site visits, every element was thoughtfully coordinated. The transitions between venues — including Recinte Moderniste de Sant Pau, Ca L’Alier, and Platinum BCN — felt seamless and well-paced, creating a smooth experience for both speakers and guests.
The feedback from our attendees has been excellent, particularly regarding the organisation, flow, and overall experience. PearlSandals proved to be a reliable and professional partner, and we would gladly work with them again."
- Nicole Killman, GBCI Europe
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