Industry
Art of the Deal?
Recent events, such as the Trump administration's tariff policies for Canada, Mexico, and China, and the meeting between President Trump and Ukraine's leader, Volodymyr Zelensky, provide valuable lessons for meeting and event planners.
Meetings Boom: Get Ready for a Packed 2025!
Two recent industry reports, "2025 State of the Meetings Industry" by Cendyn and ConferenceDirect and "Meetings Industry Trends: Q4 and Year-End 2024 Results" by Knowland, shed light on key trends and predictions for the year ahead.
Forget Spreadsheets
The meeting and event planning landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation. Gone are the days of clunky spreadsheets and paper forms. In their place? Sleek, powerful event registration technology that's changing the game for planners and attendees alike.
The $26 Billion Distraction Drain
Inattentive attendees in meetings are costing British Business £20 billion ($26 billion US) according to new research from London’s QEII Centre.
The Fantasy Economy
Experiences are taking center stage as the most coveted form of employee incentive. This shift reflects a broader cultural trend where fantasy, escapism, and immersive experiences are increasingly valued.
New Year, New Resolutions
If you're having trouble coming up with some New Year resolutions on your own, I've taken the liberty of coming up with a few resolutions I think meeting and event planners should commit to in 2025. Feel free to adopt them.
Taking Off On Time
Despite a surge in air travel demand and lingering industry challenges, airlines around the world delivered improved on-time performance in 2024. A new report from aviation data firm Cirium reveals a global race for punctuality.
Forget Fruitcake!
The YES Network's thoughtful farewell gifts to their departing radio show hosts offer valuable lessons in corporate gifting, especially during the holiday season.
Say Goodbye to Hidden Hotel Fees
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a new rule aimed at increasing transparency and eliminating "junk fees" in the hotel and live entertainment industries.
Talking Turkey
As the dust settles on another bustling Thanksgiving travel season, the numbers reveal a striking reality: the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screened over 3 million travelers on the Sunday following the holiday alone, setting a new record. Yet, amid this surge of consumer travelers, the meetings and events industry stands at a critical crossroads, grappling with the dual challenges of demand and disruption.
