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More than 13,000 hotel workers in four U.S. cities may vote for strikes in the coming weeks. Picket lines are a real possibility that will disrupt meetings and conventions.

Room layout can have a huge impact on the engagement and learning at your event. Here are the best seating arrangements for your events and some ways to mix them up with innovative layouts.

The Olympics opening ceremony in Paris unfolded under an unexpected veil of rain, adding an unplanned layer of drama. But this was just the beginning.

As the nation’s capital, Washington, DC, has a mix of international allure and enriching opportunities that can transform meetings into a monumental experience.

C2 has always been high on the list of the world’s most creative events, often resembling a conference meets carnival. We checked in with C2’s creative director to find out what worked this year and how the event has evolved since the pandemic.

For the second year, Skift Meetings Awards will once again celebrate the business events industry’s most respected and innovative suppliers. View the 2024 finalists now.

Event and publishing giant Informa has big plans to expand into the marketing and financial technology verticals.

Shawn Cheng, a seasoned events professional, is throwing some cold water on the AI hype. While the rush to embrace ChatGPT and other AI tools continues, Cheng is taking a more measured approach.

In this report we help event organizers keep up with evolving attendee expectations and industry trends and explore the shifting concept of luxury in today's era of meetings and events.

Based on research on what drives attendee engagement, Skift Meetings has curated a list of over 100 event promotion ideas to maximize your event's reach and impact.

Effective stage design captivates guests from the start. It sets the tone and boosts engagement. While often pricey, mastering the basics and adding unique elements will enhance audience attention and social media buzz without costing the earth.

Perfect event networking ideas melt away the initial awkwardness and set the stage for meaningful conversations and laughter, making your event unforgettable.