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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Event Tech Company Bevy Prioritizes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Latest Funding Round

A 2018 study showed that only 3 percent of venture partners are Black, but event tech company Bevy’s latest funding round sparked change with a 70 percent Black investor pool. This initiative leads the way for organizational success and inclusive solutions.

Keneisha Williams | 5 years ago

The Evia Platform [Review]

Evia Virtual Event Platform is a configurable event platform that focuses on content delivery and offers production services to assist planners in designing and executing their events. Here is our review.

Skift Meetings Studio Team + Skift Meetings | 5 years ago

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What Texas’ Reopening Can Teach the Event Industry About Mask Mandates

Texas made headlines last month when it lifted all restrictions including its state-wide mask mandate, but industry sources say most businesses are still upholding safety rules that go beyond government requirements — and so far, consumer demand seems to be onside.

Angela Tupper | 5 years ago

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Multilingual Video Platform KUDO Raises $21 Million to Help Interpret at Events

Multilingual video conferencing platform KUDO recently raised $21 million. But as many platforms build automatic captions and translation into their services, where is that investor confidence coming from?

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

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Events Restart in Spain Despite Rising Cases: Can That Last?

With Barcelona’s 5,000-person concert and Madrid’s HIP Expo, Spain has been revving up its event sector alongside its tourism industry. But even if events continue to receive regulatory approval, the country’s rising case count could derail plans.

Angela Tupper | 5 years ago

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Is the Event Industry Facing a Brain Drain?

The lack of support for event planners over the past 13 months has left many in the lurch over Covid, forcing planners to retool, reskill, and in some cases, restart in other careers. What will this mean for the industry as events begin to resume?

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

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What You Need to Know About Events Going Forward: New EventMB Research

As we mark Global Meetings Industry Day, the second in pandemic times, we take an early look at our latest State of the Event Industry survey. These are data-driven observations of where we are as an industry and what we can currently see ahead.

Miguel Neves | 5 years ago

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5,000-Person Barcelona Concert May Offer Hope for In-Person B2B Events

Building on the success of an experimental December event, Barcelona has upped the ante for same-day testing by hosting a concert for 5,000 Covid-screened attendees. Will this prove to be a workable model for B2B events?

Angela Tupper | 5 years ago

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Are Covid Passports the Key to Reopening Events?

The European Union’s proposed digital Covid passport may soon become the norm worldwide. But will this kind of portable vaccination record also be used for access to public spaces and events? The Israeli model suggests yes, but many remain skeptical.

Angela Tupper | 5 years ago

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Is Hopin Really Worth $5.7 billion?

Event tech startup Hopin has frequently made headlines over the past year following several rounds of investment. The company was recently valued at $5.65 billion with an annual recurring revenue of only $70 million — but what does this actually mean?

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago