Getting Someone to Make the Decision You Want — in Less Time
International business expert David Meade offers insights to help you get your team members, your leaders, and your customers to say ‘yes’ faster.
Gothenburg, Málaga Named European Capitals of Smart Tourism for 2020
As overtourism becomes more of an issue for cities around the world, here are two recognized by the European Commission for their innovative and inclusive approaches to tourism development. Learn what else made these cities in Sweden and Spain stand out.
Hamburg is Ready to Make More History as Event Destination
As Hamburg prepares to open the doors of what will be the biggest congress center in Germany, the city already has taken steps to cement its reputation as a top meetings and events destination.
Why Creativity Is a ‘Crucial’ on-the-Job Skill
Fredrik Härén started talking decades ago about how creativity is an essential workplace skill. He shares some of what he’s seen over the years — including what creativity looks like in different cultures, like North Korea.
Innovative World Tunnel Congress Program Digs into Naples Locations
For the 2019 World Tunnel Congress, organizer AIM Group International mined unusual off-site locations in Naples — including, you guessed it, in tunnels — to both educate and create a strong sense of place.
BestCities Global Alliance Exploring Congress of the Future
At this year’s Global Forum in Copenhagen, BestCities Global Alliance aims to offer insights and tools for associations planning the events of the future.
Denmark’s Latest Strategy: A National Alliance of Tourist Groups
Four of the nation’s leading tourism groups unite to raise Denmark’s profile on the global meetings map.
France’s New Goals? Liberty, Equality, Fraternity — and Sustainability
The nation has emerged as a world leader in promoting sustainable practices — and that includes events industry efforts.
Paris Tops ICCA’s City Rankings for Meeting Destinations
The French capital is once again the world’s No. 1 city for international association meetings, with 2017’s opening of the Paris Convention Centre helping fuel the events surge.
Innovative New Lab in Hamburg Promises Medical Advances
A pioneering lab dedicated to biology and infection research has opened in Hamburg, strengthening cooperation between the German city’s universities and research institutions as well as cementing its reputation as a medical hub.
Qatar’s Plan for Boosting Business Events
The nation will be back at IMEX as it works to bring in more global events — and forge closer ties to association leaders.
Annalisa Ponchia Baccara Joins AIM Group
The former ESOT CEO is AIM’s first director of innovation and customer experience.