Leadership in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC+) Sector
JOIA Paraiso by Iberostar - Cancún
Insights, Strategies & Actionable Dialogue
SCHEDULE
11th - 13th February
SCHEDULE
DETAILS
A Networking Cocktail for early arrivals to connect before the official program begins.
19:30
JOIA Paraíso by Iberostar
10th February 2026
TIC+ Market Evolution & Growth Strategies
09:00
Registration, Networking & Coffee
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09:30
Opening Remarks & Participant Introductions
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10:25
Reflections on 30 Years in Global TIC+: Evolution, Disruption & Opportunity — with focus on the Americas market
Overview of how the TIC+ sector evolved over the past three decades — highlighting consolidation waves, the early growth of European players, and differences between Europe and the Americas.
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11:10
Coffee Break
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11:25
Three Strategy Case Studies— Where to Play & How to Win”
Three 20-minute case studies showing how TIC+ companies chose their markets, built competitive positions, and created long-term value.
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12:25
Moderated discussion Q&A
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13:00
Lunch Break
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14:00
Panel Discussion M&A Playbooks in TIC+ - What Works, What Doesn’
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15:30
Coffee Break
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15:45
What is the “+” in TIC+?
A forward-looking session exploring what the “+” means in TIC+: consulting, cyber, medical testing, robotics, and other adjacent sectors. Large groups like SGS and Bureau Veritas are already expanding into these areas — what does this mean for mid-sized firms, and how should they respond?
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19:30
Networking Dinner
11th February 2026
Leadership & Value Creation in TIC+
08:45
Networking & Coffee
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09:00
Welcome to Day 2 & Warm-Up
Quick recap of Day 1 highlights and sets the stage for deeper dives.
Unpack “yesterday’s strategy” and show how it links to value creation, especially in the Americas context.
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09:35
Round Table: Investor Appetite vs. Operator Discipline – Finding the Right Growth Pace
A discussion on how different ownership models shape growth strategy. Private equity investors may push for faster expansion and bold M&A, while operators often prioritise integration, culture, and sustainable margins. This session explores how to balance pressure for rapid returns with the discipline needed to build long-term value.
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10:20
Panel Discussion: Case Study – Public vs. Private Market Dynamics
How ownership models shape growth, consolidation, and risk.
Including a private equity voice to explain how PE approaches consolidation differently from listed players — “shareholders determine how much room there is for investments.”
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11:05
Coffee Break
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11:20
M&A Intelligence – Signals, Valuations & Pipelines (Americas Focus)
Update on valuations, deal flow, and buyer appetite in the Americas.
Why the Americas M&A market is increasingly transatlantic?
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11:45
2–3 Case Studies: Fresh Platforms & Lessons Learned”
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12:30
Selling a TIC+ Business – Lessons from SME Transactions
Red Swan Partners share real case studies from SME sellers, showing how structured preparation and Exit Readiness Assessment created measurable value before sale.
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13:00
Lunch Break
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14:00
Roundtable Discussion: Digitalisation in TIC+ – Where Are We Really?
Industry self-reflection: are we moving fast enough?
In Marbella, participants said digitisation lags because TIC firms must first secure their TIC client base before layering on digital. This theme can continue here, with Americas examples.
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15:00
The Vendor Radar – Mapping Software & Digital Readiness in TIC+
Red Swan Digital presents findings on digital and software adoption across the sector, comparing Americas vs Europe, and highlighting which vendors and solutions are gaining traction..
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15:30
Coffee Break
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15:45
Leadership, Culture & Portfolio Change – Leading Through Transformation
Exploring how leadership and organizational culture shift as portfolios evolve.
Stories of emerging TIC+ leaders driving transformation in their companies and the wider industry, through a diverse thought process and impact on business portfolios, divestments and growth strategies.
12th February 2026
Digital Transformation in TIC+
08:15
Networking & Coffee
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08:30
Panel & Roundtable: Embracing Digitalisation – AI Implementation & Market Disruptors
Part 1: Vendor panel (45 min) — software firms, AI startups, robotics providers.Part 2: Roundtable (45 min) — reactions from TIC leaders.
Bring both “techies” and “TIC dinosaurs” together to debate why digitisation adoption is slow, and showcase a few disruptive models (like Michal’s kit example).
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10:25
Coffee Break
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10:40
Roundtable: Digital Trust & Cyber Readiness – Building Secure & Scalable Frameworks
How TIC firms can build client confidence in digital systems.
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11:35
Roundtable Recap: 3 Days of Insights & Key Takeaways
A participative session where attendees reflect on learnings from strategy, leadership, and digitalisation discussions, and identify priorities for their own organisations.
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12:25
Recap & Takeaways
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13:30
Lunch Break & Close
13th February 2026
Optional Weekend Extension & Activities
A relaxed setting for informal networking, business discussions, and peer connections in a premium resort environment. (Additional Cost)
El Camaléon Championship Golf Course - Spa - Ocean Adventures - Explore Chichen Itza
14th & 15th February 2026
Spaces are strictly limited to preserve the quality of discussion, connection and intimacy.
When
Wednesday - Friday
11th - 13th February 2026
Where
Cancun - Mexico
