Meetings and Events Industry News

In December, a new paid leave law spearheaded by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was amended with convention goers in mind. The Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA) was one of the organizations involved in making this happen, and its local focus will continue this year.

Were the meeting trends we forecasted for 2023 on the mark? What did we get right? What did we miss?

Discover your essential guide to 2024's top meetings industry events aimed at event professionals seeking the best learning and networking opportunities. meetings industry calendar

Discover your essential guide to 2024's top meetings industry events aimed at event professionals seeking the best learning and networking opportunities.

The Event Manager Podcast produced by Skift Meetings hosts a wide array of industry leaders who share their insights into embracing the strategies that drive success while addressing the issues that shape the ever changing events landscape.

Dull moments in the events industry were few and far between in 2023 with a news cycle that kept meetings professionals on their toes. We’ve rounded up the top articles published by Skift Meetings over the last year.

Three virtual summits, one webinar, and 13 reports were featured on Skift Meetings this year. Check them out to earn continuing education hours.

Many industry foundations are dedicated to education and scholarships. Not the SEARCH Foundation — it helps industry professionals in crisis.

John Monahan, president and CEO of the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau, is stepping down effective Dec. 31, 2023, after serving as the organization’s top leader since 2003.

Conferences and events are digging deeper to excite and engage younger attendees, and typical keynote presentations aren't the answer.