Industry News

The events industry is always evolving, and keeping up with the latest news is essential for staying competitive. Whether it’s new trends, product launches, fresh data insights, or updates on key players in the industry, Skift Meetings brings you the most relevant news to keep you informed.

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In this section, you’ll find:

Breaking news on the latest developments in the event world.
Industry reports and analysis to help you understand emerging trends.
Updates on key players, innovations, and big events shaping the market.
Interviews with industry leaders offering insights on the future of events.

From major industry milestones to shifts in event strategies, we bring you everything you need to stay ahead in this fast-paced field.

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Industry News

Meetings and Events Forecast to Fully Recover Next Year

As Skift Meetings has been reporting all summer, events have yet to recover to pre-pandemic levels. However, Knowland, a data and hospitality technology company that tracks meetings and events volume is optimistic that the industry will be back to 100 percent by the end of 2023. This is a result of pent-up demand as well as the lifting of corporate travel restrictions.

Andrea Doyle | 4 years ago

Industry News

Event Attendance at 65 Percent As Good As It Gets?

In July, Skift Meetings reported that post-pandemic event attendance stalled at 65 percent, a stat that made waves in the industry. According to just-released data, we were correct and Freeman points out much else about attendees has changed.

Andrea Doyle | 4 years ago

Industry News

What Event Planners Need to Know About Job Searching in 2022

It’s a hot market right now for job seekers in the event industry, with most of the opportunities coming from third parties. Companies that laid off people during the pandemic are wary of staffing up too quickly and are turning to agencies instead. Facing a scarce candidate pool, employers are not only boosting pay but are addressing quality of life issues.

Maria Lenhart | 4 years ago

Industry News

Events Industry Still Playing Catch-Up to Upskill Its Workforce

Rehiring and reskilling conference center staff is a priority of the industry and must be complete before group business returns to where it was pre-pandemic.

Vincent Alonzo | 4 years ago

Industry News

Spiraling Event Costs Won’t Level Off Until 2024: New Report

Event planners have been struggling with rising costs, and there is no sign of this improving until 2024, according to the latest Global Business Travel Forecast.

Andrea Doyle | 4 years ago

Industry News

Inflation Impacts Meetings in New Ways

New research shows that meeting planning is impacted by inflation and rising costs in ways few anticipated. As a result, obstacles abound, from unfilled job openings to supply chain issues yet to be resolved.

Andrea Doyle | 4 years ago

Industry News

Meeting Professionals Prepare for Economic Downturn

How are planners and other meeting professionals preparing for a potential recession? They are tightening contracts, establishing advance payments, exploring new skills, and keeping up with their networks.

Paul Cook | 4 years ago

Coronavirus

Trade Show Recovery Picks Up Pace: New Research

New data predicts a steady recovery for trade shows globally with almost all markets reaching two-thirds of 2019 revenue by the first half of 2023. Face-to-face meetings remain a priority as we overcome the direct impact of the Covid pandemic.

Andrea Doyle | 4 years ago

Industry News

Ticket Fee Transparency Law in New York Could Have Impact Across the Events Industry

Pricing transparency is an issue of contention in the events industry, and a New York ticket fee law will require that all additional charges be disclosed upfront.

Allan Lynch | 4 years ago

Coronavirus

Meetings Recovery Forecast Reveals Stronger-Than-Expected Performance

The rate of recovery for meetings and events has sped up fueled by smaller meetings and events of 200 attendees or less.

Andrea Doyle | 4 years ago