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Christoph Tessmar succeeds Marta Gomes as ICCA President. The global business events community has sent a clear signal about its strategic priorities. At the 65th Congress of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) in Panama City, members elected Christoph Tessmar, Director of the Barcelona Convention Bureau (BCB), as their new President. At a time…
Joseph Nye, who popularised the term “soft power”, expanded its definition after 9/11 by identifying culture, political values, and international policies as its primary ingredients. Recently, the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace highlighted concerns about America’s global standing—a sentiment frankly echoed at Destination DC’s recent “The Collective” gathering. Mathias Posch, Chairman & Partner of International…
Collecting Case Studies of Impactful Business Events: The Iceberg invites you to share your story! Business events are no longer measured solely by hotel beds and delegate spend. Today’s premier destinations recognize them as engines for scientific progress, economic transformation, and soft power. Presented by JMIC, The Iceberg is the sector’s AI-enabled advocacy repository, providing…
With the launch of the Africa Exhibition Forum this December, co-organisers jwc founder Jochen Witt and Exhibit Africa MD Daniel Mesfin are interviewed by Exhibition News about the potential of Africa’s exhibition market to drive economic development across the continent, and how to overcome bottlenecks in available venue capacity.
An industry built on the power of human relationships is confronting machine-produced site recommendations. What if AI gets the answer wrong? A meeting destination used to have a fairly good idea of what a planner was considering. Now, AI is replacing that first website visit or email to a salesperson. From Skift Meetings…
Association leaders and meetings industry professionals gathered in Athens for the latest edition of ICCA’s Future of Healthcare Meetings, held 20-22 September at the Megaron Athens International Conference Centre, with a clear message: stop calling it sponsorship, use AI strategically and rethink supplier-buyer relationships. From Boardroom…
At RAI Amsterdam square meters are only the starting point. This trade show and convention powerhouse is tapping into what matters to the city, the economic and scientific sectors it serves, and particularly the people of Amsterdam and The Netherlands. CEO Maurits van der Sluis explains his venue’s integrated approach. From Headquarters Magazine…
Senior executives from the global convention centre-community recently gathered in Bilbao for the AIPC Annual Conference, under the theme “Bridging the Gap: Venues Connecting Human Experience and Innovation.” But beyond the technology on display and the venues discussed, one question dominated: what is a congress now expected to achieve, and for whom? From Boardroom…
This year’s GDS-Forum and Impact Day held in Szezecin, Poland, aimed to build the capacity of every delegate to improve the sustainability and event impact strategies in their destinations by tapping into the expertise, experiences and tacit knowledge of their peers. The informal but innovative meeting design elements created new connections, unlocked new insights, and…
In this interview at the 2025 IMEX Place Leaders Forum, US Travel Association MD Group Travel Kevin Hinton explains the two critical sides of his job, and how USTA’s efforts in these dimensions interact to support the success of the US business events sector. Before they travel, overseas visitors to the US frequently receive inaccurate…
COO of Business Events Adelaide Tony Saulters explains how his bureau focuses on the world-class specialisations in his destination when determining which events to target, assessing their potential importance not just on delegate numbers and expenditure, but on their capacity to drive inward investment and talent acquisition, and the extent to which they can facilitate…
Dubai is taking a strategic approach to maintaining its position as a leading business events destination amid regional uncertainty and risk. Flexibility, long-term relationships and trust are central to the strategy, with two venues, adaptable planning and unlimited date changes offering organisers greater reassurance and the ability to respond as circumstances evolve. From CMW…
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The Autism Europe Congress 2025 has been awarded the 2026 Incredible Impacts Programme Main Grant of $20,000, recognising its outstanding commitment to driving positive change through international meetings. The winner was chosen by audience vote at ICCA Congress, held in Panama City, 8-11 November. The Programme is an initiative of ICCA and BestCities Global Alliance.
The U.S. Travel Association warns that international visitor spending will fall by nearly $11 billion in 2026, despite record domestic travel. Rising costs and declining global competitiveness threaten jobs and local economies. The association is urging Congress to improve travel infrastructure, ease entry barriers and strengthen international tourism to restore America’s appeal.
BestCities Global Alliance and ICCA are marking 10 years of the Incredible Impacts Programme with a new report celebrating a decade of success stories and exploring how international meetings can deliver greater impact. New research highlights a gap between legacy ambitions and action, with only 14% systematically measuring legacy outcomes.
ICC Sydney has hosted over 5,200 events and welcomed 10.5 million visitors, during a decade of delivering on ICC Sydney’s ambition to be More Than A Venue, creating outcomes that extend far beyond the walls of the venue through business events, exhibitions, entertainment, community initiatives, sustainability leadership, and social impact programmes.
Jack Johnson passed away on 28 October, having served Destinations International for nearly a decade as chief advocacy officer before retiring in late 2025. He championed the value of destination marketing with government officials, developed resources for destination organisations worldwide, and helped cities navigate travel boycotts and other challenges. From Northstar Meetings Group…
When students envision a career in event management, their minds often gravitate toward music festivals and high-end weddings, yet the true engine of the industry—business and professional events—is where the most profound economic and societal transformations occur. Mike Duignan, Editor of the Event Management journal and Founder of the Centre for Events & Festivals, invites…
When the global business events community gathered in Lisbon for PCMA Convening EMEA in September 2026, the overarching message was clear: the world has fundamentally shifted, and leadership must evolve alongside it. Welcoming attendees back, Jaime Bennett, Managing Director, EMEA at PCMA, set a profound tone for the event. She noted that as our businesses…
Jane Cunningham, Director of European Engagement at Destinations International, hosted the organisation’s fifth European workshop at PCMA Convening EMEA in Lisbon this September. The interactive session centred on “Innovation and Storytelling”—one of the five strategic content themes guiding Destinations International through 2026 and 2027. Drawing on insights from the latest DNext Future Study, which revealed…
A seemingly prestigious biotech conference in Boston promised Nobel Prize-winning scientists, major sponsors and leading researchers, but the event was entirely fabricated. The sophisticated scam exposes how criminals exploit professional credibility to deceive attendees, highlighting growing security risks and the importance of verifying conferences before booking, sponsoring or participating in events. From Skift Meetings…
Saudi Arabia’s Future Investment Initiative conference, due to start next week, has been postponed until next year, according to a statement on the official website, in a decision said to come from a deep commitment to our partners, members, speakers and delegates”, as deadly strikes by the Iran-backed Houthis against the kingdom continue. From Aljazeera…
Violent protests across France, driven by economic hardship and public discontent, have escalated into arson, looting and thousands of arrests, raising serious destination security concerns. With businesses and tourist facilities targeted, event planners are urged to monitor threats, review insurance, follow official advice and prepare contingency plans, as delegate safety remains paramount. From CMW…
Launched at 2026 IMEX America alongside innovation partners Business Events Montreal and the IMEX Group, the AI-powered platform and extensive toolkit help event organisations and destinations to prove the wider societal value their events create, build stakeholder support, and make better decisions. ImpactAIQ enables organisations to evaluate social, cultural, economic and environmental outcomes, but even…
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The International Social Housing Festival (ISHF) 2025, an initiative of Housing Europe, brought more than 2,500 delegates from over 60 countries to Dublin, creating a global platform for conversations on one of society’s most pressing challenges: how to deliver not just housing, but thriving communities. The festival, hosted by the Irish Council for Social Housing…
By James Latham, Producer, The Iceberg and Research by David Peacock For years, precision navigation signals across Europe were plagued by phantom disruptions. Lasting only 3 to 10 seconds at a time, these sudden power spikes washed over thousands of kilometers—from Svalbard in the high Arctic down to Southern Europe. Earth’s physical curvature meant…
World Parkinson Coalition Executive Director Eli Pollard looks back on the historic decision two decades ago to bring together patients and their families with scientists and clinicians at the World Parkinson’s Congress, and outlines the key positive impacts that this inclusive concept has delivered, including key papers from the most recent edition.
The Iceberg has proudly tracked the World Parkinson Coalition’s accessibility initiatives over the years, from Glasgow to Barcelona. Continuing this ongoing story, Barbara Palmer, PCMA, explores how the Parkinson Ready program trains hospitality staff to better support delegates, ensuring host cities are left better prepared for welcoming and supporting people with Parkinson’s.
The 37th World Congress of Neuropsychopharmacology, held at Glasgow’s Scottish Event Campus in June, brought roughly 800 delegates to the city, but then let brain science loose on the unsuspecting Scottish public, via a giant inflatable brain, attracting 5000 people to learn more about brain health and how our most sophisticated organ functions. From Boardroom…
As climate change, food security and economic development become ever more closely linked to water, scientific expertise is no longer enough. For the International Water Resources Association (IWRA), creating lasting impact means ensuring research informs policy, partnerships and practical action long after the congress has concluded. From Headquarters Magazine…
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What if tourism and MICE stopped competing for recognition and started working together? By combining destination appeal and cultural experiences with the strategic objectives of business events, associations can create more engaging experiences, attract delegates and deliver lasting economic, professional and industry impact. From Association Commons…
BestCities and ICCA’s research, marking their Incredible Impacts Programme’s 10th anniversary, highlights a gap between associations’ growing focus on event legacy and destinations’ perceptions. While 49% of associations prioritise legacy, only 18% of destinations recognise it as a key priority. Just 14% systematically measure legacy outcomes. Only 7% conduct follow-ups six months after events.
UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, has released the 16th edition of the Euro Fair Statistics report, which provides certified data on the European exhibition market in 13 countries for 2025 and covers 1,758 exhibitions. The data is gathered from 10 contributing industry bodies and partners from across the continent.
IDEAS That Travel examines the state of marketing and creativity in the tourism industry. The report sets out a practical framework built around five drivers of effectiveness – Investment, Distinctiveness, Engagement, Authenticity and Seamlessness – and illustrates them with case studies from Airbnb, Tourism Australia, Visit Sweden, Visit North Carolina and Southwest Airlines.
ExpoPlatform’s The Meetings Engine explores how event organisers can move beyond traditional networking to create purposeful, measurable business connections. The e-book examines seven meeting formats and how AI-powered matchmaking can improve attendee experiences, lead quality and sponsorship revenue, while keeping human judgement central to successful event design.
This report provides an overview of exhibition venue capacity worldwide, covering 1,565 venues with a total of 45.2 million sqm of gross indoor exhibition space. Beyond global and regional data, the report provides detailed profiles of 22 key markets, each offering more than 300,000m² of exhibition space, delivering a benchmark for industry planning and development.
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From TSNN: Speaking at the UFI Global Congress in Bahrain, Informa Group CEO Stephen Carter shares his perspective on human trust, live experiences and the future of the exhibition industry. Carter explains why powerful events need both meaningful in-person connections and strong digital and data capabilities. He also discusses the value of immersive destinations…
What if legacy became the deciding factor in winning an international congress? AMI’s Holly Patrick explores why destinations and associations need to move beyond talking about impact and start embedding meaningful, measurable legacy into their event strategies. New research reveals an opportunity to use lasting change as a powerful differentiator when competing to host congresses.
What if attracting more conferences isn’t the measure of success for a destination? Drawing on Rotterdam’s experience, this article explores why business events should start with a city’s economic and knowledge ambitions. Because the strongest strategy isn’t about doing more, but attracting the right opportunities and creating lasting value. By Mirjam Herpst-van de Kamp…
What happens when democracy, uncertainty and technological change collide with the future of human connection? As the world becomes less predictable, the events industry faces a defining moment. Discover why the future belongs to those who put people, purpose and meaningful connections at the heart of every experience. From Deep DAIV, by Jorge Eduardo Quiroz…
Business events are increasingly recognised as critical platforms for industry-wide advocacy and long-term impact. As government action more frequently intersects with various sectors, organisations must ensure their collective voice is heard. Tommy Goodwin, President & CEO of the Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA), highlights this reality by quoting an old saying in DC: “If you’re…
There is a fundamental difference between standard event management and the highly specialised work of a Professional Congress Organiser. While some may view conferences merely as logistical exercises in booking hotel rooms and transport, the reality of delivering international congresses requires a deep commitment to high standards and long-term legacy. For Bahaa Okasha, Projects Head…
From Boardroom, by Words Sven Bossu: A powerful campaign by Brussels Airport is a reminder that purpose can change how we see even the most familiar infrastructure. For convention centres, the challenge is to tell the stories that demonstrate how international congresses bring communities together and create lasting impact far beyond their walls.
Patient advocates are essential partners in advancing cancer research, yet new restrictions at major European medical congresses are limiting their access to industry discussions and exhibition spaces. WECAN warns that excluding patient representatives risks undermining collaboration, research priorities and patient involvement, calling for consistent regulations that protect meaningful participation. From WECAN Foundation…
What makes an event worthy of being a role model? David Adler reflects on IMEX America and the people behind its success, making the case for a different way to think about events. He introduces the idea of a “Lovemark Event” and explores what the industry can learn from one that gets it right.
From CMW, by Ankur Agarwal: An event going ahead tells us less about a market than we assume. During the 2026 disruption, a smaller gathering could sit alongside a cancelled international programme. Both belonged to the same economy. From my perspective in Dubai, the important question was which demand could still translate into a gathering.
In this four-part series, Boardroom and Kellen China explore how international associations can build lasting influence in China. From rethinking their strategic role to becoming trusted resource connectors, the series examines evolving market dynamics, local partnerships and practical ways to turn global expertise into meaningful value for Chinese enterprises and members.
The Iceberg Curator Martin Sirk is interviewed by Jan Orsic and Gorazd Cad on a range of industry issues, from AI as enabler vs barrier, to why we persist in organising and attending sub-par meetings that fail to extract and utilise even a fraction of the intellectual capital they’ve spent so much effort gathering together.
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It’s time to celebrate innovation and progress in destinations and events. Join GDS at 16:30 – 18:00 CET to hear directly from the destinations using innovative solutions to drive sustainability performance. We’ll hear from representatives of the 2026 Innovation Award winner and the shortlisted destinations, each presenting their project.
It’s time to celebrate innovation and progress in destinations and events. Join GDS at 10:00 – 11:30 CET to hear directly from the destinations using innovative solutions to drive sustainability performance. We’ll hear from representatives of the 2026 Innovation Award winner and the shortlisted destinations, each presenting their project.
The ICCA Pharma Compliance Training takes place for the first time in December 2026, bringing together representatives of medical and pharmaceutical associations for two intensive days of learning, exchange and best‑practice sharing in Düsseldorf, a dynamic healthcare and life sciences hub. Open to association professionals who are event leads and meet the criteria.
Three days of learning, collaboration and meaningful industry exchange in the vibrant city of Amsterdam, hosted by Amsterdam Convention Bureau and IAPCO Accredited Member Congress by design, EDGE Amsterdam 2027 will create an inspiring setting for participants to connect with recognised industry leaders and peers from around the world.
Across Europe, CVBs are navigating rapid shifts in expectations, competition and complexity, yet there are few opportunities designed specifically for them to step back, connect with peers and reflect on how we operate, collaborate and evolve. This meeting fills that gap, combining focused discussions and informal networking. The event is open to all CVBs.
The theme for AIME’s 2027 Knowledge Monday program is “AIMEplify: People, Business and Impact” which explores where human connection meets technology. Industry leaders and subject matter experts will share collective wisdom and challenge conventional thinking, giving business events professionals practical insights to take back to their own teams and businesses.
A premier leadership and professional development program tailored to the region, this four-day immersive program will be hosted at the ICC Sydney. It will equip industry professionals with the tools, knowledge, and connections needed to advance excellence in convention centre operations through expert-led sessions, practical exercises, and meaningful peer exchange.
The ICCA Business Workshop, hosted by the Meetings & Events Management Sector, will bring together up to 15 ICCA Members from the Meetings & Events Management, Destination Management, and Venues & Hotels sectors from around the world for one-to-one business meetings and to explore St. Julian’s association offering.
The AIPC Academy is designed for convention centre professionals seeking to broaden their industry knowledge, strengthen their leadership capabilities, and prepare for increased management responsibilities within an evolving global events landscape. It provides a valuable platform for previous graduates and experienced industry professionals looking to continue developing their strategic thinking, professional network and industry perspective.
The AIPC Sales & Marketing Summit is designed specifically for commercial leaders and senior professionals working in convention centres and venues who are responsible for driving revenue, market positioning and client relationships. Participants gain insights into current issues, industry trends and key customer perspectives, helping them prepare for the intense competition on the show floor.
Our one-and-a-half-day event provides you with a unique opportunity to meet and network with European colleagues managing city cards schemes, to share knowledge and insights to stay ahead of the latest market trends & anticipate customers’ needs, and to grow your business in a sustainable way as well as strengthen your professional expertise.
Following ongoing review of the current geopolitical situation, Advanced EDGE Dubai 2026 is to be postponed to 2027. Register your interest to be notified when registration opens for this exclusive educational programme, designed for senior meeting professionals and previous EDGE Seminar attendees. We look forward to welcoming participants for an inspiring learning experience.
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Bringing together exhibition and events industry leaders from Latin America and beyond, the conference will serve as a key platform to exchange insights, explore opportunities, and strengthen connections in Central & South America’s largest exhibition market. This year’s edition will be hosted by the Brazilian Association of Exhibition and Events Industry.
The ICCA Association Insights Circuit heads to Chicago for its second North American stop of the year — another intimate, invitation-only gathering for senior leaders of international associations. This event is designed for senior-level association executives and programme leaders responsible for international meetings, global event strategy, or cross-border membership engagement.
Join your industry peers for the must attend hosted-buyer event bringing together the most highly-qualified meeting and incentive buyers with top destinations, hotels/resorts, attractions, DMCs, DMOs, technology and merchandise providers, and tourism offices from the Southwest U.S. Meet buyers who are ready to book business in: Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada and Texas.
The AIPC Asia Summit 2026 will bring together convention centre leaders, industry professionals and business partners from across Asia and beyond to connect, exchange ideas and strengthen professional relationships. The event will provide a platform for discussion on topics relevant to the convention centre industry and the broader meetings and events sector.
Northstar’s Meetings + Sports Leadership Forum brings together the industry’s thought leaders – planning professionals and suppliers – for three days of education, networking and sharing of best practices. This forum is unlike any other industry gathering: a unique, high-level experience where business relationships and friendships are forged.
As a gathering that champions the power of face-to-face interactions, this forum promises enriching workshops and sessions designed to both challenge and inspire attendees. Planners will benefit from unparalleled opportunities to connect with peers from diverse industries and explore innovative approaches to meeting design, sustainability, and impact.
The UK and Ireland ICCA Chapter represents 75 members spread across England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales. These cover all aspects of conference management from venues and convention bureaus to hotels, PCOs. The Annual Chapter Meeting 2027 will be held in Newcastle, UK, on 27-29 January 2027. Stay tuned for more exciting news about the event!
The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event – AIME – is Asia Pacific’s largest and longest running business events exhibition and learning platform. It connects a global community of business event professionals with industry suppliers through a seamless blend of human expertise and cutting-edge artificial intelligence.
The ICCA Nordics Chapter Meeting 2027 will be taking place in the Faroe Islands on 15-17 March 2027. This conference invites you to an energizing experience filled with inspiration, knowledge sharing, and meaningful networking. Stay tuned for more exciting news about the event!
The UFI Asia-Pacific Conference will return in 2027 in one of Asia’s most inspiring destinations: Bali, Indonesia. The conference will once again bring together exhibition industry leaders from across the region and around the world to connect, exchange insights, and explore the trends shaping the future of exhibitions in Asia.
Convening APAC is where multi-generational senior business event leaders and next generation professionals converge. Together, they shape the future of our industry. Designed for corporate event marketing professionals, association meeting professionals, event owners, event managers, and business events leaders, this PCMA Asia Pacific flagship event brings together a trusted community from across the region.
Northstar’s TMS APAC is the leading tradeshow gathering event organisers and suppliers to connect, contract and forge new partnerships within the global MICE industry. Discover leading destinations, venues, hotels and other key MICE suppliers, complemented by an exclusive hosted buyer programme, bringing senior meetings, conventions, events and incentives buyers to a bustling tradeshow floor.
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Claudia Hall has been the Exhibition Director for leading global trade show, IBTM World since November 2023. With over 15 years’ experience in the meetings and events industry, she is responsible for the management and strategic planning of IBTM World. Claudia has a proven track record for inspiring the events world to deliver exceptional experiences…
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For the last 15 years, Guy has been delivering award-winning consulting services focused on helping cities, governments, corporations and associations step up, scale up and speed up their sustainability programmes and regenerative practices. Guy’s pioneering work has been recognised with 22 sustainability awards including the Events Industry Council Pacesetter Award, and recognition as a Fellow…
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Eva started her career in the travel industry working as a Manager/Director for Thomas Cook and American Express Business Travel. After 6 years abroad in Ghana and Malta as an expatriate and family time she started working for Messe Frankfurt visitor services in 2006. After different roles and accompanying various projects within the visitor service…
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Senthil Gopinath has over 20 years’ experience in the meetings, association and leisure industry. He has held a wide range of positions, including CEO of Sri Lanka Convention Bureau, and Vice President of Kuoni. In 2006 Senthil moved to Dubai to work for Congress Solutions International, the Professional Congress Organiser (PCO) arm of Emirates Group….
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Heike Mahmoud has been Chief Operating Officer (COO) and authorized signatory at Estrel Berlin, Europe’s largest hotel, congress and entertainment complex with over 1,000 hotel rooms and 30,000 sqm of event space, since August 2024. She is responsible for the operational business of Estrel Berlin and the marketing of the new Estrel Tower, the first…
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Loren Christie brings more than 25 years of experience in Tourism & Hospitality to his role as Managing Director of the BestCities Global Alliance. He held various leadership positions with Starwood Hotels & Resorts during his 17 year career with them including Director of Sales for International Congress, Business Transient and Leisure Sales at the…
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Barbara Jamison Heads up the European Business Team at London & Partners (London Convention Bureau), the Mayor’s official promotional agency for London. Barbara’s experience in the industry has covered every aspect of tourism in Global markets… youth and educational tourism, tour operating, Destination and Event Management, Major Events including the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic…
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After spending his first 20 years in the international MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) industry in various executive roles — including meetings organisation, management, MICE technology, as well as planning infrastructure projects — Adem, commonly known as Braco within the industry, sought to contribute his extensive knowledge and experience on a broader scale. Since…
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Stephanie Lynch is a results-driven event professional with a proven track record of creating impactful experiences and driving measurable success. With over eight years at Explore Edmonton, Stephanie has consistently demonstrated her expertise in event strategy, economic impact maximization, and stakeholder collaboration. Currently serving her second term as Chair of the International Congress and Convention…
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Born in Toronto, Canada, Greg has divided his life between living in Calgary, Toronto and Ottawa. More than 25 years in the hospitality industry, Greg has spent time in Management of a high-end independent mountain resort property (The Rimrock Resort), Hyatt Hotels and the Intercontinental group before moving over to convention centres. Greg had the…
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Anna Look is a tourism and destination strategy consultant who helps destinations realize their full potential through focused, intentional positioning. Her differentiator: she holds multiple specialized ecosystems in mind simultaneously and translates between them in real time. Whether in convention bureaus, startup environments, or tourism markets, she sees what complex systems need to solve, who…
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Dorian Kronenwerth joined JMIC, the Joint Meetings Industry Council, as Executive Director in May 2026. He leads JMIC’s coordination of its member associations and its collective advocacy, unifying the voices of the conferences, trade shows and conventions sector into a single credible interlocutor for policy- and decision-makers. Central to that work is the Global Manifesto,…
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Destinations International’s advocacy team has put together resources to help destinations pivot their stakeholder messaging to one centered around the organization’s true customer: the resident. Take a look at videos, case studies, lexicons and more information that will help you communicate the value of your organization to your entire community.
Everything you wanted to know about how US policymaking influences business events, and how to participate in campaigns designed to nudge policy in the right direction. Every other Friday, the ECA Advocacy Update email newsletter shares the latest advocacy news from Washington, DC and beyond on the public policy issues that matter to the industry.
Stay informed with the latest association insights and trends by subscribing to regular updates from Boardroom, the global reference point both for the world of associations and within the meetings industry, with articles written by the sector’s most-experienced professionals and a magazine endorsed and supported by the members of its Association Advisory Board.
PCMA offers a range of newsletters, so you can tailor your subscription(s) to match your interests. Get daily industry headlines with News Junkie; weekly inspiration from Convene magazine via ThisWeek at Convene; and career guidance in The Raise. Stay informed with PCMA Institute updates, or connect regionally through APAC Exchange, EMEA Connect, and LATAM CONECTA.
A monthly update of reports, news, events and insights into the exhibition and trade show sector from UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry – this is where the global community stays connected and informed.
Better understand the business of travel through Skift’s wide range of daily and weekly newsletters. From daily travel news to a deep dive into the events industry, you can tailor your subscription to the information relevant to you. Weekly briefings cover topics such as how AI and tech are changing travel…
Thoughts & Observations is a weekly newsletter by Kai Hattendorf. It shares updates, reflections, and analyses on the business events and exhibitions industry, covering topics ranging from market trends to industry practices and emerging developments. Each edition provides a concise summary of recent news, data, and professional insights relevant to event organizers and stakeholders.
Updates for meeting planners & MICE professionals: GCB Mailings provide you with everything you need to know about business events in Germany. Whether it’s their monthly newsletter, invitations to GCB events or information on new research projects. You can subscribe and / or access the Newsletter Archive here.
Northstar Meeting Group’s flagship business events newsletter, with the option to sign up to lots of specialist feeds, including region-specific news, and the latest news of interest to association meeting professionals. Providing meeting planners and suppliers with comprehensive information and original content in the form of articles, magazines, podcasts, and videos.
Receive monthly updates from GDS-Movement, a pioneering, data-driven international change agency that acts to catalyse socio-economic and environmental transformation in cities and regions across the world, empowering tourism and events professionals with the mindsets, skill sets, and toolsets to co-create more regenerative and resilient destinations to visit, meet, and live in.
For an academic perspective on the events sector (as opposed to the usual industry-led approach), make sure you follow the Centre for Events and Festivals. Many of CEF’s professors are attempting to evaluate events with a much more scientific rigour than is the norm. CEF Insights are short, accessible articles written by industry experts.
For perspectives from around the world on destination competitiveness in the business and professional events space, check out the regular thought-pieces from the GainingEdge experts, exploring trends, developments and insights in the meetings, conventions, exhibitions and destination-marketing industries, and strategic topics for DMOs, CVBs associations, exhibition & conference venues, and their advisors.
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The Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement) is a pioneering, data-driven international change agency that acts to catalyse socio-economic and environmental transformation in cities and regions across the world. It aims to empower tourism and events professionals with the mindsets, skill sets, and toolsets to co-create more regenerative and resilient destinations to visit, meet, and live…
International Journal of Business Events and Legacies (IJBEL) offers a multidisciplinary perspective aiming at disseminating knowledge about real-world issues in business events, with emphasis on business meetings, tourism and legacies. The journal publishes major papers, reports and reviews providing high-quality content that advances knowledge for researchers, practitioners, consumers and policymakers.
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