Meetings and Events Industry News

Hopin's unicorn roller coaster ride comes to end, with Italian company Bending Spoons swooping in to pick up StreamYard and the two remaining product lines.

If employees were given a choice between receiving a gift voucher or a "Well done!" from their bosses during an incentive trip, which do you think they'd pick?

Shoes can make or break one’s ensemble. Luckily, dress codes have loosened, allowing attendees to step up their sneaker game and attend comfortably. 

From the latest AI advancements to hosting hybrid events in movie theaters, March did not dissapoint regarding event tech news.

Maritz takes a closer look at new attendee behavior and shares insights on how to optimize revenue and attendance.

Event planners face the challenge of creating ever more immersive and exciting event experiences but on a tighter budget. Portland’s zero sales tax, outside-the-box thinking, thriving foodie culture, and varied event venues are helping them to answer the call.

The latest Freeman Trends Research digs into the evolving role of the exhibitor. They are younger, more female, and driven by a broader set of objectives and event types. In addition to tradeshows, they are more likely to exhibit at user conferences and consumer events or execute their own independent events.

A humanist movement is growing to counterbalance the prevalence of artificial intelligence and corporate groups are heeding the call.

From the simple yet profound mission of creating joy to savoring unique experiences and benefiting from the mindset shift of younger generations, Rob Adams, the CEO and owner of Bishop-McCann sees a bright future for the meetings industry.

India's growing prominence in outbound MICE presents a significant opportunity that Dubai aims to leverage. The new recognition program targeting Indian intermediaries will definitely push agencies to promote Dubai as a preferred MICE destination.