Here are some flavorful mocktail creations perfect for providing booze-free drink options at event receptions and cocktail parties. -Refugio Garcia | Continue reading
This members-only social club has built a thriving business catering to top-tier meetings and events. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading
This members-only social club has built a thriving business catering to top-tier meetings and events. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading
Associations are at a critical crossroads in redefining their value to members. Thomas Reiser shares his blueprint for revitalizing the relevance of medical societies in the post-pandemic era. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
It's been a relatively quiet month for event tech. Still, there were some significant updates to the event tech landscape worth exploring. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
The days of passive content consumption are gone. What engages attendees is custom content that addresses their pain points and helps them achieve their desired outcomes. -Refugio Garcia | Continue reading
Creators are exploring what is possible with AI, and some are going beyond what is acceptable. As consumers look for ways to protect themselves, questioning what is authentic and reliable is a skill everyone needs to rapidly develop. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
Entries are now open for the 2024 edition of the Skift Meetings Awards, celebrating the business events industry’s most respected and innovative suppliers. Apply by April 30, 2024 to secure the best entry rate. -Adam Stacey | Continue reading
Networking is one of the most essential elements of any meeting or event, and yet often it's ignored or left to chance. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading
Vegas business leaders discuss revenue growth, lessons learned from Formula 1, Super Bowl LVIII and the arrival of the Athletics MLB franchise. -Refugio Garcia | Continue reading
Time's Chief Events Officer Dan Macsai reveals the blueprint for skyrocketing event revenue and the transformative power of marrying editorial content with dynamic event production. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
Using AI to help with event marketing is becoming standard practice. However, the results are surprising compared to a fully human approach. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading
Through its acquisition of MGME, InteleTravel is looking to leverage its leisure travel experience to grow in the meetings and incentives market. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading
Sandra Marcus, VP of Strategy and Operations at CEMA, is leaving the association after nine months. Some say the CEMA 2024 Summit in August is a make-it-or-break-it event for the association. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading
As climate change continues to worsen around the globe, the popularity of sustainable destinations surges, despite higher costs. -Refugio Garcia | Continue reading
The "Skift Meetings Megatrends 2024" report serves as an indispensable roadmap for meeting professionals seeking to craft strategic, impactful events that resonate with the demands of a rapidly changing global landscape. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
The events industry workforce suffered a serious blow during the pandemic, and is still recovering. Can the passage of new legislation aid in repopulating the industry? -Refugio Garcia | Continue reading
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. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
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. -Arizona Of … | Continue reading
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 an … | Continue reading
Gender disparity rears its ugly head once more. A new report explores why women seldom occupy leadership roles in an overwhelmingly female industry. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
As planners look to track event sustainability, selecting the right venue can go a long way to reducing any meeting's environmental impact. -Refugio Garcia | Continue reading
The economy appears on the rebound heading into 2024 amid low consumer sentiment. Will downtrodden consumer attitudes impact event spending for this year? -Refugio Garcia | Continue reading
All eyes are on San Diego as it hosts the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Convening Leaders conference. The conference is known for | Continue reading
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 approach customer engagement. Pine shares invaluable insights in a candid conversation that w … | Continue reading
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. -Andrea … | Continue reading
January is a time to reflect on the previous year's highlights and look ahead to a new year. We made seven predictions for 2023. Here they are and how | Continue reading
Discover your essential guide to 2024's top meetings industry events aimed at event professionals seeking the best learning and networking opportunities. -Skift Meetings Studio Team | Continue reading
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. -Refugio Garcia | Continue reading
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. -Refugio Garcia | Continue reading
Skift Meetings offers virtual summits, webinars and reports that have been pre-approved for Continuing Education Clock Hours (CEs), crucial for the certification or recertification of Certified Meeting Professionals (CMPs). | Continue reading
The SEARCH (Special Event Assistance Relief & Crisis Help) Foundation, a 501c3, has reached $1.3 million in funds given to industry professionals in SEARCH Foundation gives to industry professionals when they need help the most. | Continue reading
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. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading
The events industry needs a game plan to engage and attract next-generation participants because keynote presentations fall short of the proverbial Keynote presentations are part of most conferences although they often miss the mark. | Continue reading
Men are in the top salary brackets, while women are on the frontlines. Are we ready to turn the page on an old script? -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
The Supreme Court's bombshell decision on affirmative action this summer was a blow to diversity and inclusion efforts. As DEI efforts have lost momentum on the corporate level, meetings can help it stay on course. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading
By now it's old news that business professionals are looking for bleisure travel experiences. How can meeting planners and event organizers capitalize on this growing movement? Here are five ideas for five different types of events. -Marriott Bonvoy Events™ | Continue reading
Singapore’s top spot proves that destination competitiveness is about much more than airlift or venue and hotel capacity. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
A volcano in southwestern Iceland began erupting Monday night, spewing lava and smoke into the air after weeks of intense earthquake activity. Although an eruption was expected, it is larger than predicted. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading
What turns a good event into a transformative experience? We showcased some of the best events of 2023 at our virtual summit and asked event professionals in attendance about what they’re doing to change their own approaches to building a community. -Walton County Tourism | Continue reading
Alex Reynolds, the co-founder and CEO of Vendelux, discusses how data analytics is transforming event marketing and the powerful impact of forging connections in an increasingly digital world. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
There are two key factors behind groundbreaking innovations: infrastructure that supports research and development, and a community spirit that nurtures both startups and local talent. Find out how this winning combination provides the ideal setting for future-forward meetings an … | Continue reading
Hivr.ai is helping the Radisson Hotel Group rewrite the playbook on group bookings. Impressive leaps in lead-to-quote conversion and customer response rates suggest this automation approach is a game changer. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
Vendelux's Event ROI Index is a bold attempt to inject scientific rigor into the often-ambiguous world of measuring event return on investment. While the initiative is commendable, the question persists: can an algorithm truly capture the ROI of a handshake? -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
The latest Skift Meetings virtual summit took the audience behind the scenes of some of the most innovative and inspiring approaches to event experiences of the year. -Refugio Garcia | Continue reading
The $3.7 Billion Fontainebleau Las Vegas is officially now open. Close to two decades in the making, the vertically integrated luxury mega-resort is a reality at last. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading
Is the events industry ready to implement decarbonization and track its progress? Net Zero Carbon Events is providing a roadmap. -Miguel Neves | Continue reading
According to Convene, spending on meetings and events has increased by 35%, while Knowland reports group revenue is at 103% of 2019 levels. -Andrea Doyle | Continue reading