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Embracing a ‘Mind Shift’ in Event Security

Over the past decade, security risks have moved to the top of agendas for event organizers, CVBs leaders, and convention center general managers. In some cases, the conversation about safety

BY David McMillin August 28, 2019

How the Australian Marine Sciences Association Went Plastic Free at Event

The Australian Marine Sciences Association members know all too well how single-use plastic is polluting the world’s oceans — which meant they had to do more than talk about it at their annual event. Here’s how they pulled off a plastic-free conference.

BY Cristi Kempf August 27, 2019

Climate Debate: Caring for the Planet vs. Flying to Conferences

Climate activists are looking to ground air travel. Here’s why the business events industry should take notice.

BY David McMillin August 27, 2019

In the Mood

A Dallas hotel’s pairing of drinks and dishes on a Mood Menu provides some bold — and mellow and cheerful — ideas for events.

BY Cristi Kempf August 27, 2019

Working Remotely? Try ‘Bursty’ Communication.

As companies wrestle with how to keep remote workers engaged, two business school faculty members say they have one solution: ‘bursty’ communication.

BY Casey Gale August 27, 2019

What Will Personalized Nutrition Plans Mean for Group F&B?

As genomics and artificial intelligence help consumers make smarter choices for their stomachs at home, they may expect to find menus at meetings tailored to individual biological needs, too.

BY David McMillin August 27, 2019

What’s New in Travel, Food and Beverage

What food trends and stories should event planners have on their radar? Convene provides a weekly roundup of what’s making news in the F&B and business travel worlds.

BY Convene Editors August 27, 2019

Countdown to Convening Leaders 2020

We’ll continue to push boundaries — and extend our reach — in San Francisco. I invite you to join us on our journey.

BY Sherrif Karamat August 26, 2019

How the Events Industry Intersects With Overtourism

Here are two issues the world is grappling with, and their connection to the business events industry.

BY Michelle Russell August 26, 2019

Currency Research’s Event Team Faces Trial by Fire

After a California wildfire forced the evacuation of their host venue last November, the organizers for the Americas Cash Cycle Seminar had to scramble to find a new location for the international event. Here’s how they did it.

BY Cristi Kempf August 26, 2019

10-Minute Survey: Help Map a Sustainable Future for the Events Industry

EIC’s State of Sustainability survey aims to set a baseline and identify industry trends and opportunities.

BY Barbara Palmer August 26, 2019

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