Articles tagged “events industry”

For many planners, the key to managing the demands of their jobs is drawing a hard line between work and their personal lives. It’s not always easy.

For Cambridge Innovation Institute's Scott Arrington, a newly minted MBA is already helping him in his planner role. But he's the first to admit that grad school isn't for everyone.

Meeting planners can play a crucial role in spotting human trafficking and educating their attendees and suppliers. The key is to make it an ongoing effort – because the fight is far from over.

Did you know that Skift Meetings has a variety of downloadable reports available for free, on topics ranging from event tech to developing purpose-centered events?

Your 2025 guide to the meetings industry’s top events. Stay ahead of industry trends, connect with peers, and discover opportunities at the year’s must-attend events and conferences.

Planners feel taken advantage of by DMC markups, while DMCs say planners don’t understand the cost of running a business. 

From urban field trips to curated dinner experiences, Fast Company Innovation Festival takes place throughout New York City and allows attendees to choose their own adventures.

There’s nothing like hanging 30 feet in the air or baking lasagna with total strangers to get people to connect – and both were activities at this year’s C2.

Skift Meetings’ Best Business Events of 2024 was a celebration of game-changing event concepts that have shaped our industry this year.

Independent planners are looking beyond their industry associations for the resources and connections they need to build their small businesses.