News Archives - Midwest Meetings

May 29, 2026May 29, 2026

Experience Design Report: What Drives Value in Live Corporate Events

This new survey of event professionals shows what’s driving attendance, engagement and trust. Nearly half of planners rank attendee-to-attendee connection as the top driver of event success, yet few program enough time for it. Face-to-face networking tops the trust hierarchy, reinforcing why experience design choices matter more than ever.

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Global Socio-Political Instability Disrupts the Meetings and Events Industry

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The Measurement Gap the Meeting and Event Industry Must Close

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The Irreplaceable Value of Meeting in Person

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Calls for Greater Transparency on Airline-Imposed Surcharges

In a complex global political and economic climate, the World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA) announces that it is calling on airlines to adopt a more transparent and collaborative approach to airline-imposed surcharges, an issue that vexes meeting and event planners as well. 

by Midwest Meetings May 1, 2026May 1, 2026

Kansas City Basks in FIFA Spotlight

Missouri, a premier Midwest meetings destination, is home to fan favorites like the Kansas City Chiefs and, soon, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup 2026. Kansas City is the only Midwest city selected to host this world-class event. The excitement surrounding the tournament is already palpable and it underscores what planners have long known: This is a city built to welcome large crowds, big ideas and unforgettable events.

by Midwest Meetings April 24, 2026May 5, 2026

Food & Beverage News

Great Lakes to Join the Global Culinary Map with New MICHELIN Guide

The MICHELIN Guide recently introduced its latest expansion into the Great Lakes region of the U.S. with the announcement of the MICHELIN Guide American Great Lakes edition. This multi-city guide will cover the six cities of Cleveland, Detroit, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Minneapolis and Pittsburgh.

by Midwest Meetings April 17, 2026April 17, 2026

MICHELIN Guide American Great Lakes edition

News Technology

Bizzy, an AI Attendee Copilot Built to Personalize Event Experiences

Delivering a personalized, high-touch experience at scale is challenging. But for many event leaders, it’s a challenge worth taking on. According to Bizzabo’s 2026 State of Event Benchmarks, 40% of event leaders cite content personalization as the most impactful lever to improve experience design.

by Midwest Meetings April 6, 2026April 6, 2026

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Global Meetings Industry Day to Highlight Events as the Human Catalyst for Growth

Set for May 6, 2026, the GMID will bring together event professionals, organizations, destinations and partners from across the global ecosystem to demonstrate how in-person gatherings drive economic expansion, accelerate innovation and strengthen connections across industries and borders.

by Midwest Meetings March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

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Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance Doubles Down on Advocacy in Washington

The Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA), the unified public policy voice of the U.S. business and professional events industry, recently announced the launch of ECA 2.0.

by Midwest Meetings March 19, 2026March 19, 2026

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New Global Accreditation Launches for Wellness Hospitality

Wellness in Travel & Tourism (WITT) recently announced the launch of the WITT Accredited Professional credential — the first global wellness accreditation created specifically for hospitality professionals, including meeting and event planners.

by Midwest Meetings March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

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The Experiences Sector Is Outpacing Travel

Experiences are no longer riding in the back seat of the travel economy: They are driving the bus.

by Midwest Meetings February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

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2026 Incentive Travel Trends Report

The incentives industry is entering 2026 amid persistent cost pressures, geopolitical uncertainty and evolving participant expectations.

by Midwest Meetings February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

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The 2026 Behavioral, Emotional and Cultural Drivers Reshaping Meetings and Events

Today’s most impactful meetings and events continue to be anchored in authentic, in-person moments that digital platforms can’t replicate.

by Midwest Meetings February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

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