Meetings and Events Industry News

The latest Freeman Trends Report sheds light on a discernible misalignment between the offerings provided by organizers and the preferences of both attendees and exhibitors. It’s time to close the gap.

Dive into the AI-powered future of events with Matthias Sondermann, senior director of events at SAP, and learn from his journey leading many of SAP's strategic event experiences.

Two more platforms are joining the ranks of Cvent, both focused on improving the B2B trade show experience for organizers. There may be more acquisitions around the corner.

Outdoor activities and events are more popular than ever, but this means more pressure to avoid the pitfalls that can come with large crowds. Safety and sustainability are paramount. Here are three best practices to ensure a foolproof checklist for outdoor activities.

Today’s incentive travelers want more than just a free trip — they demand deep, meaningful experiences that are good for the planet and food for the soul. Here are three ways incentive destinations can help travelers connect not just with each other but also with their purpose and place in the world.

Gender disparity rears its ugly head once more. A new report explores why women seldom occupy leadership roles in an overwhelmingly female industry.

As the earth continues to burn and flood on a regular basis, the rush to create and host sustainable meetings are showing no signs of subsiding anytime soon. Selecting the right convention center can help stem the tide of climate change.

The economy appears on the rebound heading into 2024 amid the lowest consumer sentiment since 1979. Will downtrodden consumer attitudes impact event spending this year?

With U.S. business travel demand expected to finally approach pre-pandemic levels in 2024, Puerto Rico is showcasing its rich history, emerging cultural caché, and cutting-edge technological investments to attract a new generation of meeting and event planners.

In the latest episode of the Skift Meetings Podcast, the spotlight is on Joe Pine, a visionary thinker whose groundbreaking work on the Experience Economy has reshaped the way businesses…