FIBA EVENTS

Join Us for an Inspiring Lunch with MERCY SHIPS

Friday, March 21st - 12:15 – 14:15

Intercontinental Lyon – Grand Hôtel-Dieu

FIBALyon is honored to welcome Joffrey Astic, Head of Recruitment for French Volunteers at MERCY SHIPS, for an exclusive event exploring the challenges and global vision of this incredible non-profit organization.

MERCY SHIPS provides free, life-changing surgical care to those who need it most, while training local healthcare professionals to create a lasting impact.

Enjoy a delicious 2-course meal in the elegant salle de conseil of the Intercontinental Hôtel-Dieu as we discover how this organization is tackling the global surgical care crisis.

Join us for an inspiring discussion and a unique networking opportunity. Sign up here.

See you there!

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An Exclusive Evening with Eric Mérand: Behind the Scenes of the World’s Biggest Sporting Events!

Thursday, February 13. 7:30 - 10pm CET. Doors at 7:25pm

Phénix Hotel, 7 Quai de Bondy 69005 Lyon

Ever wondered what it takes to bring global sporting events like the Olympics and the Rugby World Cup to life? Now’s your chance to hear from someone who’s been at the heart of the action!

Join us for an inspiring talk with Eric Mérand, former Operations Director for the Paris 2024 Olympics and a leading expert in stadium construction and event operations. With decades of experience managing world-class venues and overseeing massive sporting events—including football, rugby, athletics, and the Paralympics—Eric will share exclusive insights into the fast-paced world of agile project management, team leadership, and high-stakes decision-making.

🔹 Why you should attend:
✅ Get insider knowledge from a top industry professional
✅ Gain practical insights into stadium operations and major event planning
✅ Network with like-minded professionals over wine & a delicious cheese and ham platter
✅ Experience a FIBA-subsidized event—bring your colleagues and friends for an unforgettable evening!

🔹 Date, place and time : Thursday, February 13 · 7:30 – 10pm CET. Doors at 7:25pm – Phénix Hotel, 7 Quai de Bondy 69005 Lyon

📅 Don’t miss out—spots are limited! Sign up now and discover what our association is all about!

FIBA CHRISTMAS LUNCH

Friday 13th December 2024 at 12.15pm

The LYINC

Looking for a fun escape from work and daily stress? Join us for THE festive event of the season at The LYINC:  the FIBA lunch that we all know and love !

This is guaranteed to be a lunchtime of laughs full of good humoured competitvity with the now famous Christmas quiz. There will be a jumper competition for those who dare to wear something tacky and sparkly.

You’ll enjoy a delicious two-course Christmas feast, complete with crackers and mince pies.  Compete with members and other guests for exciting prizes and surprises. Don’t forget to bring some cash to buy tickets for the tombola.

There will also be an opportunity to support SERS TA VILLE by donating hats, scarves and mens’ gloves for the homeless in LYON.

Tickets can be purchased here

FIBA Neuroscience

Join us for Fiba Lyon’s Business Lunch on October 25th!

Friday October 25th.

The LYINC - 2 Pl. de la Bourse, 69002 Lyon

FIBA is excited to welcome neuroscientist and researcher Karen Reilly, who will discuss hidden disabilities and their impact in the workplace.

Karen Reilly, neuroscientist and researcher at CNRS will give a talk aimed at raising awareness on the topic of invisible disabilities in the workplace. Her experience is with subtle cognitive problems after stroke, cancer and brain trauma. These problems often arouse lots of questions for the patients themselves as well as their families and their employer. She is currently working on automating information for patients suffering from the aftermath of cancer treatments affecting cognitive function.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from her expertise and network with fellow FIBA members. Get your tickets here!

Remember, FIBA members get special reduced rates to all our events, so why not head on over to the FIBA member sign up page and become a member now!

September business lunch

Friday 20th September at 12.15

The LYINC

Kevin Rush is an AI consultant currently focused on educating clients, and their partners, about emerging AI technologies and building custom solutions to help clients use and integrate generative AI into their current workflows. In this lunchtime talk, he’ll explore the current state of AI, how it is being used in industry, practical applications of generative AI, and the transformative potential it holds for the next decade.

Tickets can be purchased here