Data and Standardization Key to Sustainability
It is estimated that events produce ten percent of the world’s carbon. Imagine the difference the industry could make if it significantly reduced its carbon footprint.
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Next Gen Attendees Drive Meeting Design Change
Event attendees are younger than ever before. Now, planners have to find innovative ways of crafting engaging and impactful events.
How Polarization is Impacting Business Events
Destination leaders from Orlando, Baltimore, and New Orleans sat down to discuss the challenges of attracting events in the face of a polarizing political atmosphere and how to ignite change through education and positive conversation.
Maritz CEO Focused on AI and Recruiting as Brand Consolidates
Maritz Holdings president and CEO David Peckinpaugh shared plans to streamline the company under one brand while rebuilding its workforce and implementing AI at the inaugural Skift Meetings Forum.
Lawsuits Allege MGM, Caesars Neglected Cybersecurity Preparedness
Rewards members filed lawsuits against the gaming companies citing a lack of adequate cybersecurity measures. Can the possibility of similar attacks put attendee data at risk?
10 Things to Look Forward to at the Skift Meetings Forum
At today's first-ever Skift Meetings Forum, there will be real talk about real meetings, and we can’t wait to share it with you.
RFPs Are Almost Back to Pre-Covid Levels
The latest Events Industry Council Global Events Barometer shows promising signs, with hotel room nights and RFPs increasing for the second consecutive quarter.
AI Event Tech Targets Enterprise Adoption
A new paid, but yet unpriced, version of Gevme and PCMA's AI event technology tool features enterprise-level data security. A two-level training program is also in the works.
Kelly Cavers: Discovering America's First Resort Destination
Kelly Cavers, chief sales officer for The Palm Beaches, in a conversation about genuine hospitality, welcoming environments and the magic of what happens between the sessions.
Historic Stadium Caucus Launched to Preserve Venue Legacy
The Historic Stadium Caucus was formed through a bipartisan Congressional effort to preserve and update numerous historic venues located across the U.S.
PCMA Selects Barcelona for Next European Gathering and Adds Sustainability Event
The next edition of PCMA's European gathering will take place in Barcelona in 2024. The event will also feature a co-located sustainability and climate tech conference.
Proposed Laws Threaten DEI Initiatives
Proposed legislation in 30 U.S. states threatens DEI initiatives at colleges and state agencies with companies also at risk of similar laws. Can outreach and promotion curb the possible impacts?