Meetings and Events Industry News

The pandemic made the world smaller and more inclusive and, thanks to event technology, connected a broad range of global attendees. This helped Destinations International expand its global footprint, which was on full display in Dallas during its annual convention.

In a refreshing move that isn't just about AI, Bizzabo is betting big on wearable event technology that passively collects attendee behavior data.

This minor move will make Accor the single shareholder in an events specialist it had jointly owned. Several of Accor's recent moves feel like watching a homeowner fix up a house to make it easier to sell at a future date.

Effective leadership requires building connections with your team and there's no better way to do this than by talking and listening to their stories.

A recent survey by destination management company Ovation Global DMC revealed that less than 15% of current events taking place across the globe focus actively on lowering carbon emissions.

Burnout is a growing crisis among business professionals, and excessive screen time may be partly to blame. Here are three ways to help your attendees unplug from their devices, reconnect with the moment, and recharge their own batteries.

Premier of Victoria Daniel Andrews announced yesterday the Victorian State Government’s decision not to proceed with hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2026. This has left the competition in danger of being cancelled for the first time since World War II.

Using influencer marketing to promote events doesn't have to involve celebrities. These are tools help turn speakers into the influencers that they are.

Explori's new exhibitor ROI tool is part best practice survey questions and part data-driven dashboard. It’s also priced affordably, which may prove a shrewd move.

Are you looking for ideas to add more attendee participation to your events? Here are some ideas for activities you can adapt to suit your objectives.