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As travel returns to almost all major U.S. cities, San Francisco is a notable exception. Rising crime, homelessness, and high prices mean events are far from returning to 2019 levels.

Hosting its first-ever annual meeting outside the U.S. and Canada, MPI gathered 1,400 attendees, many with accompanying guests, in the Mexican Caribbean. A largely successful annual meeting did present a few unforeseen challenges.

Divisive legislation means that states and cities across the U.S. are facing of boycotts and travel advisories. They are also reconsidering what they need to do to keep attracting meetings and events.

Networking breaks and cocktail hours are no longer enough. Business networking at events requires a structured approach that fosters intentional conversations.

Your attendees are arriving with new expectations about what’s on the plate and what’s at the bar. Learn how to exceed those expectations and turn your event into a culinary celebration that will satisfy every appetite for an unforgettable experience.

More than 90,000 participants are expected to gather in Paris over the next four days for this year's VivaTech, a show fully focused on startups and technology companies.

What does a city do when some of its largest annual conventions outgrow it? Expand. That is exactly what Indianapolis is doing.

A new AI-powered event sourcing tool aims to streamline the way planners research venues and vendors, and automate their interaction with sales teams.

The message is clear. In-person meetings must provide compelling reasons for participants to travel. Even small meetings need to feel like experiences.

Planners know they must expect the unexpected, but the smog caused by Canada's wildfires that blanketed the East Coast over the past week surprised most. Flights were delayed, and outdoor activities canceled, leaving many to ask what's next. 

Language interpretation creates a hugely beneficial sense of inclusion. It allows everyone to easily comprehend the content, and empowers them to share their thoughts and ideas.

Understanding the gap between exhibitor objectives and attendee needs may hold the key to successful trade show participation in the post-Covid era.