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How The Plastics Show Delivered Record Growth
More than 51,000 people attended The Plastics Show, which set new benchmarks for international and exhibitor participation while addressing sustainability.
Stress at Work: ‘Understand When Is Your Breaking Point’
Some common-sense advice for event professionals — who continue to land on most-stressful jobs lists.
How Extreme Weather Is Impacting Events
As Earth’s average global temperature rises, the number of extreme weather events — including drenching rain, severe floods, and heat waves — is climbing, too. A new research report documents the effect of extreme weather on a full year of events of all kinds in Canada.
5 Events Industry Predictions
Trade-show organizer Greg Topalian looked back at trends he predicted a decade ago and offered five more for the next 10 years during his presentation at ECEF.
The Power of the Perfect Conference Closing
Behavioral science expert Dominic Thurbon on why the last hour of your event is so important to its success — and how he thinks you should use it.
Rethinking Award Presentations
It’s important to recognize those who make significant contributions to our communities — and engage our audiences while doing so.
Indy Airport Spotlights Diverse Artists With Disabilities
This spring, the Indianapolis Airport Authority joined forces with the Indiana Association of Rehabilitation Facilities (INARF) for the second year to display art crafted by local individuals with disabilities.
Making Space for Makers in Portland
Portland's My People’s Market has created opportunities for local makers and entrepreneurs who need a platform — and the events, tourism, and hospitality industries are a part of the mix.
Artisans Craft Ribbon Into a Unifying ‘Social Fabric’
A work of crochet that began as a religious offering has put a town in Jalisco, Mexico, on the map, in the Guinness Book of World Records, and center stage at expo events.
5 Data Points to Attract and Retain Exhibitors and Attendees
At ECEF last month, Sam Lippman culled five main insights from recent Freeman research that should be top of mind for event organizers.
Discovering Indigenous Culture Through Crafts and Stories
Marc Forgette, founder of Makatew Workshops, uses Indigenous crafting sessions at meetings and events to help participants focus on the story he shares about his Indigenous heritage.
Bringing the Maker Movement to Events
The founder and president of Make: Community reflects on why people become makers and the role the maker movement can play in events.