What Does California’s Junk Fee Law Mean for Planners?
Congress is working on a Junk Fee Prevention Act, but California isn’t waiting – its Honest Pricing Law went into effect Monday.
Event Management
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Across the Country: How Immersive Experiences Shine Throughout the U.S.
Attendees are craving much more than education sessions and networking receptions. As event organizers try to cook up a recipe for elevated engagement, the key is finding a place that can lay the foundation for a truly immersive experience. Skift Meetings worked with Brand USA to find the country’s best-in-class immersive experiences. Here are five destinations that can redefine your next event.
5 Ways to Plan Life Sciences Events for the Tech-Driven Age
Life sciences events are more important than ever as face-to-face meetings return in force. Here’s how event planners can keep pace with rapid change in the industry, take advantage of accelerating tech innovation, and support the professionals tackling the top health challenges of the day.
RIMS Enhances Security Measures for RISKWORLD in San Diego
Extra security precautions were put in place at this year’s RIMS RISKWORLD conference in San Diego after an active shooter situation shut down the final day of the 2023 conference in Atlanta.
Maritz Reveals Trade Show Registration Trends
Maritz takes a closer look at new attendee behavior and shares insights on how to optimize revenue and attendance.
Destination Brief: No Sales Tax in Portland Leads To Hero Event Experiences
Event planners face the challenge of creating ever more immersive and exciting event experiences but on a tighter budget. Portland’s zero sales tax, outside-the-box thinking, thriving foodie culture, and varied event venues are helping them to answer the call.
How Compression is Reshaping the Meetings Industry
The number of potential dates to host meetings and conferences has shrunk making it difficult for budget-conscious groups to compete for peak days. In addition, there are compression issues for space that groups must contend with.
New Bureau Launches to Meet High Demand for AI Speakers
Keynote speakers with expertise in artificial intelligence are in high demand as organizations embrace the new technology. One emerging speakers bureau is crafting bespoke sessions to meet client objectives.
Thomas Reiser: The Evolution of Association Management
Associations are at a critical crossroads in redefining their value to members. Thomas Reiser shares his blueprint for revitalizing the relevance of medical societies in the post-pandemic era.
New FTC Rule Addresses Common Event Scams
A new ruling by the Federal Trade Commission targets scammers seeking to rip off the business events industry, paving the way for direct monetary compensation from bad actors.