Meetings and Events Industry News

Cities from around the world demonstrate their commitment to social and environmental change as they compete against each other to top this coveted destination sustainability ranking.

AI-powered event technology is here to stay, but planners must embrace it to leverage all its inclusivity and productivity-boosting potential.

The value of event communities and professional associations became clear during the pandemic and now seems more important than ever amid the increased demand for educational resources and networking opportunities.

For meeting professionals looking to combine unique cultural experiences with access to cutting-edge innovation, Québec City may hold the answer.

In this video from the Skift Meetings Forum 2023, we hear from Colleen Birch, chief operating officer of the new Fontainebleau Las Vegas, about the changing definition of luxury in the hotel meeting experience. It’s no longer about just having a five-star property with glitzy amenities, but also about providing a personalized, curated, and intimate experience that aligns with attendee values.

As the meetings industry prepares for this year’s IMEX America on October 17-19 at Mandalay Bay, a potential citywide strike is brewing.

Simon Thewlis, managing director of Event Pty, discusses the challenges faced by the events sector despite its contributions to society and the economy.

It is estimated that events produce ten percent of the world’s carbon. Imagine the difference the industry could make if it significantly reduced its carbon footprint.

Event attendees are younger than ever before. Now, planners have to find innovative ways of crafting engaging and impactful events.

Destination leaders from Orlando, Baltimore, and New Orleans sat down to discuss the challenges of attracting events in the face of a polarizing political atmosphere and how to ignite change through education and positive conversation.