Meetings and Events Industry News

Rising costs are challenging planners, but not keeping them from doing what matters most to them — delivering unforgettable events.

The annual Incentive Travel Index, released this week at IMEX, reflects mounting concerns around rising costs and global instability, along with “shrinking optimism.”

Flashy AI doesn’t sway planners. Practical use cases that save time and provide deeper insights win the day.

Forget spectacle, today’s attendees are looking for connection, outcomes, and purpose. Freeman’s latest research exposes a widening gap between what event planners think audiences want, and what they actually desire. 

Meetings can be a danger zone for people with mental health challenges. Here are some steps you can take to be prepared — and to intervene if you need to.

With so many industry events — from conferences to hosted buyer trips to fams — has it become too much of a good thing?

The U.S. government shutdown is more than a political standoff; it risks undermining international attendance and fueling further uncertainty for event professionals.

True power in events isn’t just about scale, it’s about who sets the agenda and dares to innovate. These 15 leaders are shaping the future of global events.

Robyn Duda shows that innovation isn’t about flash. It’s about solving real needs. With RacquetX and her fresh approach to events, she demonstrates that true innovation comes from listening, iterating, and creating connections people didn’t know they needed.

In this video from Skift Meetings Forum 2025, Alice Harrington-Caravello, managing vice president, sales and distribution at Marriott International, discusses how weaving in hidden gems and local culture can elevate attendee experiences and deepen event impact.