M&IT Newsletter
Sector: Meetings
AIME 2025 – Keynote Speakers Confirmed
From Meeting Newz: The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) have confirmed two keynote speakers for the 2025 Knowledge Program. This year’s Knowledge Program theme, “We Matter!”, focuses on the global business events industry as a powerful driver of economic growth. Attendees will be guided by two standout speakers who will explore the crucial…
21 November 2024
Event & Meeting Management Fundamentals Certificate, Online
If you are new to the events industry, looking to become an event or meeting planner, or you’ve been planning events for a while but never received the proper training, this is the ultimate course for you! By the end of this course, you’ll have a thorough understanding of how events work, why people and…
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Peng Ee Ooi
Founder & CEO, 49travelmice.com
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As the Founder and CEO of 49travelmice.com, Peng Ee leverage over four decades of expertise in the media, travel and MICE industries to deliver strategic consultancy and tailored solutions for the business events and travel sectors. His passion lies in mentoring high performance teams, and driving growth for clients by providing valuable insights, facilitating industry…
Shonali Devereaux Appointed Meetings Industry Association CEO
From M&IT: The Meetings Industry Association (MIA) has appointed Shonali Devereaux as its new chief executive, taking over from Kerrin MacPhie when she stands down in December. Devereaux, who has a wealth of experience working across the business meetings and events sector, will commence the role on Tuesday 26 November. Her CV includes 30 years’…
Events Industry Optimism Still High According to Forecast
From Conference & Meetings World: 74% of events professionals are optimistic about the health of the industry, according to the American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) Meetings & Events 2025 forecast. To gather results, the report surveyed over 500 meetings and events professionals worldwide. Although the outlook is still positive, 74% optimism actually marks…
Northstar/Cvent Meetings Industry PULSE Survey | October 2024
From Northstar Meetings Group: The latest Meetings Industry PULSE Survey, coproduced and sponsored by Cvent, reveals sustained optimism among planners. Just 15 percent of this cycle’s 332 respondents are less bullish now than they were six months ago. In fact, nearly 40 percent will produce more meetings in 2025 than in 2024. Among other noteworthy…
9 June 2025
FIEXPO Latin America 2025, Costa Rica
FIEXPO Latin America is the place by excellence where destinations and suppliers specialized in the Meetings, Events and Incentives Industry can connect with the most prominent buyers globally. We establish connections with the highest authorities and policy makers to ensure that the economic, intercultural and social benefits of the MICE Industry in Latin America are…
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30 October 2024
Event Tech Test Drive | Live Virtual Experience
Explore cutting-edge technologies from top industry providers and dive into the latest platforms specializing in event measurement, networking, and engagement. You’ll enjoy live presentations, Q&A sessions, and interactive networking opportunities, all designed to give you actionable insights to supercharge your event planning and elevate your attendee experience. Don’t miss the chance to test-drive the solutions…
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London Tops Amex GBT’s Rankings amid EMEA Shift
From M&IT: London has again been named the top city in EMEA for corporate events in Amex GBT’s Meetings & Events Forecast Top Meetings Destinations study. But while London holds strong as the top destination, the report also reveals significant shifts in the EMEA region, with Madrid leapfrogging Barcelona to secure second place. As businesses…
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