As an industry, we are able to share and copy good practices more freely than many other fields of business. Sometimes the best way to learn is to move into a new culture and work side by side with peers there. A new face in the organization can bring novel views and shake up the way things are done. For the individual, breaking routines is inspiring. This session will shed light on a few professional exchange initiatives in our field and gather ideas and experiences of how to maximize the benefits of professional exchanges for all parties involved. Three different cases will be presented, after which a brainstorm to generate and evaluate ideas for professional exchange activities will take place.