Meetings and Events Industry News

As other business festivals expand worldwide, C2 is making a compelling case for locally inspired creativity and connection.

The organizers of FIFA World Cup and Sail4th, both scheduled for next July, shared with the audience at this week’s Skift Meetings Forum how they operate under pressure.  

Budgets and politics may dominate headlines, but at the Skift Meetings Forum 2025, industry leaders emphasized a different measure of value: the depth of community, the inclusivity of participation, and the serendipitous moments that spark real engagement.

The next phase of event sustainability looks beyond eco-friendly practices to consider impacts on the environment, local economies, and community well-being.

The stage is set at Skift Meetings Forum, featuring speakers who shape the boldest ideas in the event world. From leadership to technology to creativity, every session delivers insights that matter.

Berlin’s conference market is bursting at the seams. Estrel Berlin’s latest expansion signals how competition with Messe Berlin is shaping the city’s next decade.

The difference between visiting and experiencing a destination may be up for debate, but for Business Events Montréal, true connection comes when everyone feels welcomed like an insider.

Boring events don’t impress. But there are ways to deliver experiences that attendees will actually remember, and executives won't panic about.

Events across the United States are bracing for fewer international visitors when a new $250 visa integrity fee takes effect on October 1.

Incentive planners’ use of AI is changing from making their jobs more efficient to customizing programs and analyzing their impact on sales. Still, some refuse to try it.