News & Trends
France’s Tech Frenzy Attracting Broad Range of Events
Thanks to government initiatives and support from the president, the nation is making a push on the startup and AI fronts. That spirit is reflected in the events it attracts.
Sustainability on Menu at European Food Summit
Annual event draws top chefs to Ljubljana, Slovenia to dine and discuss industry issues.
Arne Sorenson’s Approach to Corporate Social Responsibility
From aiming to eliminate plastic straws this year to combatting human trafficking, Marriott International’s CSR initiatives run the gamut. The hotel giant’s CEO shared the thinking behind its philosophy at a Chicago event.
Destinations International Names 2019 30 Under 30 Class
The honorees will be recognized at the Destinations International 2019 Annual Convention, set for July 23-25 in St. Louis, Missouri.
Freeman Company Evolves But Stays All in the Family
As Carrie Freeman Parsons takes the reins as Freeman’s chair, she joined Don Freeman Jr. and Joe Popolo in a look back at Freeman’s evolution and growth, and provided Convene with a glimpse of its future.
Making a Difference: How PCMA, Others Celebrated GMID 2019
PCMA and its chapters joined meetings and events industry professionals from around the world April 4 to celebrate the fourth annual Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID).
ICCA Names Senthil Gopinath as New CEO
The 2019 PCMA Visionary Award nominee increased ICCA Middle East membership as its regional director.
Amilie Parent Named President of Showcare
The former VP of finance and administration will assume a larger role in the company’s continued growth.
Building Bridges Via Events in New Zealand
In the wake of the March massacre at a Christchurch mosque, members of the business events industry in New Zealand say that the sector can play an important role in facilitating inclusiveness as it brings people together from all corners of the globe.
IBTM Arabia’s Attendance Spike Proves Lure of the Middle East
Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is just one destination in the business-events-heavy region offering delegates a wealth of opportunity and championing the philosophy of “work hard, play hard.”
San Francisco’s Moscone Center: ‘State-of-the-Art Everything’
San Francisco constantly reinvents itself while holding on to its history, a fact made obvious during a recent tour of the expanded Moscone Center and other spaces the city has to offer.
This Novel Convention Celebrates Betsy-Tacy Books
The intimate gathering of readers features speakers who have been inspired by Maud Hart Lovelace’s semi-autobiographical book series and have followed the protagonist Betsy’s dream of becoming a published author.