Meetings and Events Industry News

In its 96-year history, Freeman has never been led by a woman, but that is about to change. On July 1, Janet Dell takes the helm and will oversee one of the largest event companies in the world.

Tech industry insiders say fake female speakers were featured in the DevTernity conference lineup to create the illusion of diversity.

With corporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals taking center stage, meeting and event professionals will need to prioritize stronger sustainability measures while carefully tracking their impact. Here are practical tools and resources that will help turn those goals into reality.

When Apple unveiled NameDrop at is Worldwide Developers Conference, meeting professionals celebrated as this feature enables attendees to easily share contact information by bringing their iPhones together. Now law enforcement officials are issuing a privacy warning.

Meeting planners have the option to settle for pre-packaged events to make their lives easier. Or they can collaborate with destinations on unique event themes that create unforgettable, lasting memories.

While most U.S. venues have floor plans available online, new UK legislation will limit access to venue floor plans to thwart potential terrorist attacks.

Amanda Armstrong, Encore's SVP of Communications and Industry Relations, offers an insightful glimpse into the fusion of technology and human connection that she believes will define the future of events.

Investors are betting on Vendelux's AI-powered event intelligence prowess. Can its data-driven foresight redefine event success metrics?

Four out of five event professionals report that their roles have become more stressful today than before the pandemic. Plus, they are not being supported.

The City’s efforts to spruce up its appearance before a global audience included hastily shoving the homeless out of sight and out of mind. Will other California cities grappling with homelessness follow suit?