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Meetings and Events Industry News

News, interviews, and coverage of the meetings and events industry, from in-person events to hybrid events to online events.

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Lessons from the DNC: How to Keep Your Events Running On Time

The first night of the Democratic National Convention was criticized for not running on time with President Joe Biden’s speech ending past midnight EST. How can you master the clock?

3 months ago
Lessons from the DNC: How to Keep Your Events Running On Time

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New Report: Why AI Is the Future of Translation at Multilingual Meetings

AI-powered translation tools are impressing planners with their efficiency and cost-effectiveness compared to employing human translators.

3 months ago
New Report: Why AI Is the Future of Translation at Multilingual Meetings
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Do Babies Belong at Conferences?

A nursing mom brought her infant son to a women’s conference. She thought it would be a non-issue. It was anything but.

3 months ago
Do Babies Belong at Conferences?

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Reimagining Luxury Venues for Meetings and Events

While luxury may mean something different to every attendee, attention to detail and customer service distinguish top-tier venues.

3 months ago
Reimagining Luxury Venues for Meetings and Events

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Orlando Set for Entertainment and Hotel Upgrade

Universal is opening a fourth theme park, Disney’s Magic Kingdom is expanding, and a new sports and entertainment district is being built in Orlando.

3 months ago
Orlando Set for Entertainment and Hotel Upgrade

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Extreme Weather Impacting Events

As climate change accelerates, the events industry faces an urgent wake-up call. Shawna McKinley reveals how planners and destinations must evolve or risk being caught off guard by increasingly unpredictable weather—it’s no longer business as usual.

3 months ago
Extreme Weather Impacting Events

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The ‘New’ Outsourcing for Meetings: On-Demand and Task-Specific

Companies are leaning heavily on “just-in-time” talent, hired for tasks like sourcing or registration, or to spend a couple of weeks doing site inspections or hotel contracting.

3 months ago
The ‘New’ Outsourcing for Meetings: On-Demand and Task-Specific

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Skift Meetings Awards 2024: Meet the Winners

The Skift Meetings Awards are once again celebrating the business events industry’s most respected and innovative suppliers. Discover the final results and meet the 2024 winners.

3 months ago
Skift Meetings Awards 2024: Meet the Winners

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How Snoop Dogg’s Role at the 2024 Paris Olympics Can Inspire Event Planners

From beach volleyball and gymnastics to tennis and dressage, hip-hop star Snoop Dogg was in the crowd cheering during the 2024 Paris Olympics. His involvement underscores how an unconventional celebrity can amplify an event's impact and broaden its appeal.

3 months ago
How Snoop Dogg’s Role at the 2024 Paris Olympics Can Inspire Event Planners

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Start Planning Your Holiday Gatherings: Expert Tips for Festive Celebrations

Two industry experts share inspiring ideas for festive holiday gatherings on this week’s Skift Meetings Podcast.

3 months ago