News & Trends

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

C’mon Get Scrappy: Adopting a ‘Good Enough’ Approach to Tackling Problems

The most valuable lessons about problem-solving come from small companies and nonprofits, a new book about workarounds claims.

BY Michelle Russell March 20, 2023

How Event Destinations Are Facing the Crime Challenge

With meeting professionals making safety and security a top priority for their events, destinations are finding innovative solutions to augment public safety programs.

BY Barbara Palmer March 20, 2023

Everyday Awe and Its Effects on Our Brains

Awe is a powerful force for bringing people together — and it’s not just for special occasions.

BY Barbara Palmer March 13, 2023

Strategies to Boost Your Event’s Digital Revenue

At Convening Leaders 2023, two industry pros debated how to make digital events more profitable — here are their best ideas.

BY Jennifer N. Dienst March 13, 2023

How a DMO Took the TED Stage

Destination Canada partnered with TED on a first-of-its-kind initiative tied to the DMO’s global brand strategy to put Canada on the map as a destination that inspires openness.

BY Michelle Russell March 10, 2023

Why Email Is Such a Time Suck

Workplace technology expert and author Phil Simon, keynote speaker at Business Events Industry Week’s Showcase, says there are better, more efficient ways to collaborate than via email. 

BY Michelle Russell March 6, 2023

The Third-Most Stressful Job in the World

Before the pandemic, one could argue that jobs with life-and-death consequences were surely more stressful than planning an annual conference. But things have changed.

BY Dave Lutz, CMP March 6, 2023

3 Trends for the Future: Earth as a Stakeholder, Accessible Commerce, and Revolutionary Rest

Managing Editor Casey Gale examines three trends from Wunderman Thompson’s annual “The Future 100” forecast and how they connect to the events and hospitality industries.

BY Casey Gale March 3, 2023

Transforming Your Events Business Model

At a Convening Leaders 2023 session, three event leaders shared how their business model has evolved to include digital opportunities.

BY Michelle Russell February 24, 2023

3 Trends for the Future: Zero-proof Lifestyles, Supercircular Design, and Rewirement

Senior Editor Jennifer N. Dienst examines three trends from Wunderman Thompson’s annual “The Future 100” forecast and how they connect to the events and hospitality industries.

BY Jennifer N. Dienst February 24, 2023

Business Events and Air Travel — a Climate Conundrum

At a sustainability session at PCMA Convening Leaders 2023, a climate scientist and a panel of events professionals grappled with how to address the business events industry’s largest single contributor to global warming. 

BY Michelle Russell February 24, 2023

Convention Center Veteran Is Making a Difference in her Community

Lisa Williams, senior national sales manager at the Orange County Convention Center and founder of a local nonprofit that has supported and mentored hundreds of teenage girls in and around Orlando, Florida, shares stories from her dual roles. 

BY Jennifer N. Dienst February 22, 2023

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