Venue Floor Plans May Put Events at Risk
While most U.S. venues have floor plans available online, new UK legislation will limit access to venue floor plans to thwart potential terrorist attacks.
Event Management
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Event Legacies: Two Case Studies Reveal Path to Success
Sometimes, there’s no better way to get a firm grasp on industry best practices than to learn from case studies. Here are two Danish congresses that reveal the best ways to approach event legacies from beginning to end.
Hotels and Events: Negotiating The Best Terms
Starting early, considering the hotel's perspective and building a genuine relationship lead to successful negotiations
Room Block Marketplace Takes On Attrition
Could a room block marketplace be the solution to wiping out attrition charges? Three Florida-based entrepreneurs are betting on it.
Meetings and Conventions Grapple with Gun Violence
Keeping attendees safe and secure is the focus of all meetings and conventions, but a rise in gun violence is making that more difficult.
Insights From 6 Years of Event Legacy Research in Denmark
Following six years of research, MeetDenmark has just released a new report with insights into the key ingredient for event legacy success: robust collaboration. Learn about the motivation behind this groundbreaking research, and discover some of the top findings that emerged.
Skift Meetings Forum Video: How DMOs Transform Events Into Innovation Incubators
In this video from the Skift Meetings Forum 2023, we hear from Lorne Edwards, chief sales officer for Visit Phoenix, about the evolving role of destination marketing organizations (DMOs) in connecting growth industry sectors and research expertise to event organizers, in turn uplifting the local community and driving global innovation.
3 Insider Secrets to Recruit the Next Gen of Event Professionals
A career in events is one of the best available, and it should be able to attract the best talent. Here’s how to make that happen.
Burning Man's Muddy Contingency Plan
This year's Burning Man turned into a muddy mess when severe flooding left thousands stranded. Is it time we revisit contingency plans for outdoor events?
4 Ways for Changemakers to Leave an Event Legacy
Event organizers have the power to bring diverse groups together to create change for the better. Here are four ways to be a changemaker and leave an event legacy.