Avoid These Common Contract Pitfalls
Navigating and negotiating contracts within the meetings and events sector is part art, part science.
Meeting and Event Bookings Gain Momentum in 2024
As event demands show momentum, with 2024 bookings trending the highest since early 2020, meeting professionals continue to leverage adaptive strategies.
Planners Making a Strategic Move to Secondary Markets?
Take a look at the highlights from the 2024 State of the Meetings Industry annual report from Knowland and ConferenceDirect.
Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Event Planning
Artificial intelligence (AI) has the power to become a transformative force in the meetings and events planning industry.
The Top 4 Trends for Incentive Programs in 2024
As we begin 2024, incentive programs and recognition, including travel incentives, continue to be important tools for organizations.
Attendees Trust Live Events the Most
Freeman, a global event and event service provider, recently released its Freeman Trends Report, “2024 Attendee Intent and Behavior.”
Stepping Up Safety and Security Measures for Meetings
Planners can boost event safety and security by asking the right questions, developing partnerships and creating safety guidelines and checklists.
Events Advocacy Group Announces 2024 Public Policy Agenda
With Congress expected to return this week, the Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA) released its 2024 public policy agenda, identifying five key focus areas for 2024.
Marriott International Implements Neuroinclusive Practices at Large Events
The hospitality company partners with The Neu Project to make meetings and events more accessible to all.
Study Suggests Virtual Meetings Less Engaging than In-Person
A recent Yale study is reinforcing what many event professionals already promote as benefits to in-person interactions, including increased brain activity during real-life encounters vs. online video.