Articles tagged “Trump 100”

As U.S.-Canada tariffs take hold and cross-border meeting attendance dips, one veteran planner is helping associations rethink U.S.-Canada event strategies. 

As political tensions and logistical hurdles grow, Canadian organizations are weighing their future involvement in American meetings and conventions.

From geopolitical tensions to controversial executive orders, President Donald Trump’s return to the White House is impacting the meetings industry.

President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners are poised to disrupt the meetings industry, leading to rising costs and potential declines in event participation.

With more U.S. travelers expressing concern about their safety traveling internationally, incentive travel is already feeling some repercussions.

The business events industry is pushing back against U.S. tariffs on Chinese-made ships. While policymakers aim to curb China's maritime influence, industry leaders warn that these measures will increase costs, disrupt supply chains, and ultimately harm American businesses.

The shifting political landscape in the U.S. is casting a shadow over WorldPride 2025, with sponsors pulling out and international travelers facing growing uncertainty. While organizers remain steadfast in their commitment to hosting the global event, concerns over all Pride events are mounting.

At a time when some companies are scrubbing DEI from their websites and annual reports, others in the meetings industry are speaking out about the importance of diversity.

Trump-imposed tariffs on imports from countries including Canada, Mexico, and China are forcing event planners to navigate rising costs and operational uncertainties. 

Tariffs can trigger unexpected cost spikes for both planners and suppliers. Building flexibility into contracts through substitutions and force majeure protections can help mitigate financial surprises and keep events on track.