Between political uncertainty and the trade war, it's no secret that we're living in a state of flux. And that will inevitably affect business events.
Hotels can be a rich source of meeting trend insights, given their close relationships with planners.
Last month, 2,000 destination specialists from more than 30 countries descended on Tampa, FL, for education and networking at the Destinations International Annual Conference.
Zoom fatigue is a treatable condition. That’s the message shared by virtual events executive producer Chris Cummins, founder and CEO of Cummins Media Inc.
Cvent recently held a lunch-and-learn event in Toronto and presented the trends they are seeing amongst their client base.
Want to set an oh-so-now vibe at your next event?
Marriott Bonvoy recently noticed that many of their event clients were “accidental planners,” internal employees, such as executive assistants, HR coordinators and marketing professionals whose main roles and background did not necessarily include events.
The holidays are great excuse to throw a party, but a Christmas-centric vibe can leave some guests feeling left out.
“Bermuda is Back!” That was the message at a recent Toronto event hosted by the Bermuda Tourism Authority aimed at reintroducing the destination to the Canadian market.
What does the future of events look like?
Destination Vancouver is taking the lead in advancing social procurement throughout the city’s event hosting, tourism and hospitality sector.
Toronto’s Exhibition Place signs the Sustainable Tourism 2030 Pledge
Featuring relevant, engaging and moving sessions on your agenda has become even more crucial.
March 8 is International Women’s Day, a day to celebrate women’s achievements.
In the post-COVID era, event inflation means not just paying more, it’s getting less for more work.
The holidays may be over but it’s still worth stocking up on inspiration for next year.
Industry pros weigh in on where we’re at—and where we’re going
Sustainable trade show materials and processes are a smart choice for eco-conscious planners who want to save money, reduce waste and fight climate change
The new landscape of event cuisine
When you have attendees for a finite period of time, it’s tempting to program every moment. But planners are beginning to embrace the benefits that a looser, less traditional model provides.
Highlights from the 2022 IACC Meeting Room of The Future Barometer Report
As we begin to ease our way back into face-to-face meetings, pre-event communication will play a significant part in attendee satisfaction.
Safe attendee flow involves flexibility, creativity and clear communication
IACC's 2022 Meeting Room of the Future
How event photos ops could change post-COVID
In order for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts to be authentic, they need to be ingrained in your event from the start.
How to make DIY video the star of your show
An event professional and environmental advocate on making the business case for sustainability
Selecting a virtual event platform can be overwhelming.
Celtic Manor pilot event shows business events would be unviable under proposed restrictions in Wales
Reduced staff capacity in office spaces means meeting space may be at a premium, while hotels have vacant spots to fill.
Until it’s safe to return to face-to-face team building, many companies are turning to virtual strategies
Single-use plastics in the age of COVID
Video production is among the many skill sets event planners have had to develop with the pivot to hybrid and digital.
When the Promotional Products Professionals of Canada (PPPC) decided to produce a virtual version of their delayed awards show, they needed to create a program that was both engaging and affordable.
The transition of events to virtual might lead you to think insurance is no longer required.
When your virtual event demands studio quality, check out these options
Top 5 event and design trends to watch for in 2021
As the introduction of COVID-19 vaccines raises hopes of a return to in-person meetings and travel
Marriott International recently hosted Connect with Confidence
A popular tradeshow goes virtual
The learning curve of virtual events includes learning a new vocabulary.
Experiments with meeting design and food preparation provide glimpses into the new reality for F&B
Strauss Event & Association Management, based in Winnipeg, celebrates its quarter century in business
There’s exactly one month until Christmas and event pros have been busy creating virtual holiday activities to help teams celebrate the season together but apart.
Partnering with a number of suppliers and working with a 3-week turnaround, the event went virtual.
Self-care strategies proven to lower stress, so you can be at your best when the pressure’s on
When the pandemic nixed the live version, one planner set about helping her client reimagine their event in digital form.
Discover the most important presentation skill of all
Conference set up in the age of COVID
Data will be crucial in making decisions to drive the industry’s recovery.
How to overcome your tech phobia and embrace online events
Designations are a great way to showcase your industry expertise to new clients and potential employers.
The co-founder of Black in Events shares why we need an organization for Black event professionals—and how to get involved
As industry events have gone virtual, the opportunity for event profs to become engaging, insightful speakers has grown.
Evaluating the benefits and the challenges of internship programs
One silver lining about events transitioning to virtual and hybrid platforms during the pandemic is the opportunity to attract international audiences.
Why our current health, environmental and equality crises need to be addressed together
Each week we are spotlighting how venues, planners, hotels and suppliers are reopening and re-imagining their businesses.
Each week we are spotlighting how venues, planners, hotels and suppliers are reopening and re-imagining their businesses.
Each week we are spotlighting how venues, planners, hotels and suppliers are reopening and re-imagining their businesses.
“Touchless” and “contactless” have become the buzzwords in creating safer meeting and travel experiences.
As we begin to plan for meeting in-person again, many health and safety-related items will become standard equipment.
Each week, we’re spotlighting how venues, planners, hotels and suppliers are reopening and reimagining their businesses.
Whether for you, a favourite client or a hardworking colleague, these items make a day on the course even more enjoyable.
Here’s how to effectively communicate with your attendees as you plan for upcoming events.
Each week we will spotlight how venues, planners, hotels and suppliers are reopening and reimagining their businesses.
Masks are part of the new arsenal of items that can keep attendees safe.
As incentive travel stalwart Anthony Byron embarks on retirement, he reflects on his career—and has sage advice for the industry
Each week we will spotlight how venues, planners, hotels and suppliers are reopening and reimagining their businesses.
As the industry ponders what reopening will look like, every segment has its own unique challenges.
As the industry ponders what reopening will look like, every segment has its own unique challenges.
Expert tips on how to resolve messy situations like a pro
As the industry ponders what reopening will look like, every segment has its own unique challenges.
It’s no secret that sponsorships play a key role for in-person events.
As the industry ponders what reopening will look like, every segment has its own unique challenges.
Your conference may have gone (temporarily) virtual, but that doesn’t mean conference swag is no more.
As the industry ponders what reopening will look like, every segment has its own unique challenges.
Some conferences trend on Twitter and Instagram, while others never see the light of day.
As the industry ponders what reopening will look like, every segment has it own unique challenges.
The landscape of job-seeking has changed.
The inability to meet face-to-face has led to innovative strategies for ideation and collaboration in a virtual setting.
Now that we’ve all been on a Zoom call or two or ten, I was pleasantly surprised by a video session put together by the folks at MCI just last week.
The DMC Network, a collection of destination management companies, has come up with a novel way to connect with their global partners and the industry.
Destination Canada Business Events is collecting data to help federal and provincial governments understand the economic impact of the business events industry.
In these surreal times of business unusual, time—that most elusive of commodities—seems to be all we have right now.
Annual industry event goes virtual during COVID 19 pandemic.
Toronto-based Conundrum Adventures have nimbly turned to an online reality to help with teambuilding in these social distancing times.
Industry pros pivot their expertise with conferences to an online virtual camp for kids of all ages.
The Ignite Guide to Financial Planning for Self-Employed Planners
The Coronavirus pandemic has made communications with delegates, stakeholders and sponsors essential and should build trust that will encourage business to flourish when this event is history.
The leading drivers for food trends in meetings and events this year.
From election platforms to corporate annual reports, ecological sustainability has become a driving force of the 21st century.
Ground Transportation Tips and Tactics
If you’ve worked long enough in the meetings and events industry, you have likely responded to hundreds of RFPs.
Planners should think about using video to promote their events before and after a program.
