Apple's NameDrop Feature Sparks Privacy Warning
Some law enforcement officials think Apple's NameDrop contact-sharing feature could be abused as it makes it too easy for personal data to be shared.
Andrea has been covering meetings, events, and trade shows for more than three decades. She is the proud recipient of many journalism awards, the most recent of which was a story featuring Ron Walden, Reed Exhibitions USA’s first Global Executive Sponsor for Race. She received a B.A. from New York University, majoring in English and journalism. She kicks off every summer by participating in the Spring Lake Five Mile run and spends many weekends “down the shore” enjoying Asbury Park’s dynamic music scene.
Stress at an All-Time High in Events
Four out of five event professionals report that their roles have become more stressful today than before the pandemic. Plus, they are not being supported.
Formula 1 Puts Las Vegas on a Global Stage
The Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix was the biggest event in the history of Las Vegas. What does this mean for groups?
Iceland Volcano Concerns Won't Stop Meetings
Iceland has experienced more than 2,000 mini-earthquakes with a volcano close to erupting on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Meetings and conferences in the country have yet to be impacted.
Jill Blood: Navigating the Legal Middle Ground
Since joining Maritz Global Events in 2017, Jill Blood has tackled everything from international privacy laws to the legality of renting blimps. Blood's artful navigation of the legal middle ground is as thrilling as it is crucial.
Move Over Meetings — Convention Centers May Shelter Migrants
Hospitals, vaccination sites, now overflow shelter sites. That is a possibility for some convention centers as cities struggle to provide housing for incoming migrants and asylum seekers.
Panels Don't Work — Or Do They?
Most panels are a waste of time. A shame, as they can be highly productive when planned with intent.
Banning the Boycott, or Not
This year, more anti-LGBTQ bills are brewing in the U.S. than ever before. While boycotting may seem morally logical, new LGBTQ+ meetings and hospitality association Global Diversity Alliance, encourages planners to seek other alternatives.
Leadership Shake-Up at U.S. Travel
U.S. Travel Association is restructuring and, in its wake, has created a new position to increase group travel to the United States. Ishma Haider, director of convention marketing at Visit Orlando, will assume this new role.
Marsha Flanagan Takes Helm at IAEE
The International Association of Exhibitions and Events has its first permanent woman president and CEO in its 95-year history.