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Skift Meetings Awards 2023: Meet the Winners

The Skift Meetings Awards have been designed to celebrate the business events industry’s most respected and innovative suppliers. Discover the final results and meet the 2023 winners!
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Zoom’s New Virtual Studio is Live

Zoom invests in virtual events by launching a much anticipated virtual studio and integrating Zoom Events features into its mobile app.
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The ROI of In-Person Events

Calculating the ROI of in-person events can be hard. Stova's chief marketing officer Anush Alexander recommends looking at events holistically and exploring how they connect.
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SITE’s Proposed Bylaw Changes Create Furor

Two dozen past presidents of the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence have joined together to oppose three proposed motions they find to be immoral and against the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusivity.
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UK Events Hit by Rising Costs

The cost of events and conferences in the UK is up by almost 25%. Business is strong for now, but there are likely challenges ahead.
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Planners Beware, Covid Cases on the Rise

A new Covid variant is sweeping across the United States. One industry professional raises the alarm after contracting the virus at a recent convention.