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Now heading into its third year, Skift Meetings Forum has earned a reputation as the place in the meetings industry for unfiltered conversations, handpicked audiences, and a level of candor rarely seen in public sessions.

In an era of rising cyber fraud, one planner’s $40,000 loss is a wake-up call for the industry: payment security deserves the same rigor as contracts, insurance, and attendee safety.

From building wheelchairs for dogs to clearing beaches of microplastics, these 5 teambuilding activities leave a lasting impression on participants.

Some of the smartest moves at IMEX America will happen before the expo even opens. One room, 100 insiders, and a playbook you’ll wish you had sooner.

Employers are getting proactive about the stress that event planners face in their daily jobs, and providing mental health training. Will industry associations be next?

Event leaders keep coming back to Skift Meetings Forum for one reason: it delivers. Sharp strategy, real talk, and takeaways that actually work. Here's what past attendees have to say.

Thought free drinks and name tags were the pinnacle of event networking? AI and data are set to upend your playbook. Read on to see how.

Cassandra Farrington didn’t just build a media brand, she helped professionalize an industry long dismissed as fringe. By turning MJBizCon into the must-attend event for cannabis professionals, she proved that credibility, scale, and community could grow even in the most uncharted business terrain. 

The challenge for Carolynn Santos, who was just named as SPIN’s executive director, will be to remain true to the existing culture while adding new features like podcasts and hackathons to its annual event.

Planners who put extra effort into LinkedIn, from carefully crafting their profiles to creatively showcasing their event prowess, will see the biggest return.

The sharp decline in global attendance at a recent international medical congress is more than a one-off, it’s a red flag. As political rhetoric escalates, the U.S. is becoming a less viable destination for truly international meetings. 

According to organizational psychology expert Dr. Joe Allen, most off-sites regularly miss the mark. Here’s his advice on how to change that.