Meetings and Events Industry News

As the senior director of events for Meeting Professionals International (MPI), Melinda Burdette oversees the association’s annual meetings. She joined the Skift Meetings podcast this week.

Jason Sudeikis, the creator of Ted Lasso, was a no-show at a recent convention he was to speak at. Business events professionals are asking if celebrity speakers are even worth it.

The trend for mystery trips is on the rise — but your destination doesn’t have to be a secret to be a surprise. We reveal how event planners can inject the unexpected into their next off-site meeting by seeking out classic activities with a dash of quirkiness, creativity, and place.

During Cvent Connect, the annual customer gathering and user conference, San Antonio took the spotlight. Welcome signs and billboards were nice touches and made attendees feel welcome throughout the city.

AI-powered startup Nowadays features a virtual assistant that can communicate, negotiate and book event venues, all via email. 

As we prepare to close the submission window for 2024 Skift Meetings Awards, we take a look at the incredible prize package you could be taking home - and trust us, it’s worth the entry cost.

Robyn Duda, co-founder and CEO of RacquetX, discusses creating connections, promoting diversity, and launching a unique sporting event.

Sphere in Las Vegas hosted Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s Discover 2024, which gave attendees a glimpse into the future of keynote events.

Outdoor events should always be handled with care. Contingency plans are a must, especially when the temperature soars.

Sustainability is top of mind for event planners around the world today. Consider hosting your next meeting in a smaller city already introducing green energy, waste reduction, and nature conservation solutions in the local community.