Meetings and Events Industry News

Who better to ask for packing tips than meeting planners who are constantly on the road? From the 5-4-3-2-1 rule to a portable Nespresso machine, they have all the tricks.

Could we be making our jobs more stressful by constantly talking about how stressful they are? Some experts say yes, and there’s even a term for it.

No amount of bonding will help if employees are overworked, management is toxic, or the activity of choice is either ‘cliché’ or a poor fit for the group.

Now under new ownership, the Venetian Resort Las Vegas is keen to keep attracting planners by extensively refreshing the iconic property.

The events industry is rebounding strongly despite challenges like rising costs, staff turnover, and tight timelines. In this report, we delve into five major trends, focusing on how industry professionals can navigate these issues using creative solutions and technology to ensure sustainable growth and effective collaboration.

Skift Meetings Forum is back with a bold, unfiltered look at the future of meetings. Here’s why it’s the year's must-attend event for meeting professionals.

Good event catering doesn’t just satisfy hunger; it sparks conversation, adds to the ambiance, and creates lasting memories. It’s the silent partner in every successful event, working behind the scenes to elevate every moment.

At Skift's live events, you won’t see canned presentations, breakout sessions or five-person panels. Instead, the focus on candid C-level interviews moderated by expert editors delivers highly focused and insightful sessions.

Legends, a stadium operations company, has acquired live events company ASM Global for a reported $2.3 billion.

Many senior women meeting planners and department heads are better at ‘making it happen’ than promoting their value to the C-level. Their jobs could be at risk because of that.