News & Trends

What’s happening — or coming up next — in the meetings and events world and beyond.

Are Risk-Free Cancellation Policies a Good Idea?

The PCMA Catalyst community shares opinions on post-COVID-19 cancellation policies.

BY Convene Editors April 13, 2020

Feeding the Front Lines and Food Insecure During COVID-19

Caterers across the U.S. are helping keep health-care workers and the most vulnerable populations fed.

BY Jennifer Dienst April 9, 2020

A Full Day from Your Couch: Take Yoga Classes, Watch Sunsets, and Sing Along to Late-Night Concerts

Are you missing the opportunities to discover new places and meet new people? CVBs, hotels, restaurants, and event organizers are working to give people a taste of what makes them unique — no packing required.

BY David McMillin April 8, 2020

U.S. Travel: Act Now to Help Win Government Support for DMOs

CARES Act was a good start but more aid is needed, the U.S. Travel Association says as it seeks to apply pressure on Congress to provide additional relief for the travel industry.

BY Convene Editors April 8, 2020

Hotels: The Case for Independents and Chains

The big hotel brands and the small independents both have advantages for groups, depending on what’s important to them.

BY David McMillin April 8, 2020

5 Things Virtual Event Producers Can Learn From Jimmy Fallon

Convene watched “The Tonight Show: At Home Edition” for takeaways on how event producers can engage attendees at virtual events.

BY Barbara Palmer April 8, 2020

New Research on COVID-19’s Impact on Associations Points to the Way Forward

Association Laboratory’s survey of more than 1,000 association executives suggests that a new business model will emerge in which face-to-face events will no longer serve as an association’s largest revenue source.

BY Paul Bergeron April 8, 2020

Good News for Frequent Flyers as Airlines Extend Status Perks

Many carriers are making sure frequent travelers don’t lose elite status while staying on the ground during the COVID-19 crisis.

BY David McMillin April 7, 2020

COVID-19 Crisis: A Good Time for Questions

During a period of uncertainty, it’s helpful to ask exploratory questions. Instead of, Why is this happening to me?, a more useful question is, How should I be adapting to it?

BY Michelle Russell April 7, 2020

How to Manage Social Distancing at Future Events

What would a ‘responsible social-distancing room setup’ look like? Members of PCMA’s Catalyst community weigh in on the question.

BY Convene Editors April 7, 2020

COVID-19 Impact on Events Research: Top-line Results for Suppliers

A majority of suppliers report adverse effects on their employment, but some are optimistic about events picking up again this summer. More expect uncertainty to continue for six months, with recovery beginning in September.

BY Michelle Russell April 7, 2020

COVID-19 Impact on Events Research: Top-line Results for Planners

Nearly 90 percent of planners have canceled or postponed an event, and seven out of 10 have moved an event online because of the pandemic. Here’s what planners are thinking about what comes next and what to do now.

BY Michelle Russell April 7, 2020

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