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Meetings and Events Industry News

News, interviews, and coverage of the meetings and events industry, from in-person events to hybrid events to online events.

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A Venue’s Layout Matters When It Comes to an Event’s Environmental Impact

Clearly small details can have a pretty big impact on the social and environmental effects of a business event. While many of these details aren't under planners' control, others might be as simple as adding an extra few tables.

Isaac Carey, Skift | 5 years ago

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Meetings Sector Tries to Strike the Right Balance With Mobile Apps

Apps are a great way to provide event attendees with information, but they can easily get overwhelming. When it comes to tech, event organizers need to weigh pluses and minuses between depth and simplicity.

Isaac Carey, Skift | 5 years ago

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Hilton Invests in Tech-Forward Future of Events

Hotel operators need to invest in new concepts to stand out as sites for meetings and business conferences. Hilton thinks its new ideas will resonate with franchisees, but time will tell if they are willing to make the investment.

Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 5 years ago

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Meeting Planners Struggle to Create Sustainable Events

Millennials are starting to step into management positions at event companies, easing the way toward more sustainable events. But the industry still has a long way to go.

Isaac Carey, Skift | 5 years ago

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Skift Forum Asia Video: Build Lasting Relationships Using Customer Feedback

In an era of “big data,” it’s easy to overlook the fact that meeting planner feedback is one of the most powerful tools that hospitality companies can use to drive repeat business and boost event revenue.

Skift | 5 years ago

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Meeting Planners Make Slow Progress Toward Sustainability

Reducing food waste and environmental impacts are proving to be difficult for meeting planners. The sector's antiquated way of doing business is holding up progress at a moment when widespread change is necessary.

Isaac Carey, Skift | 5 years ago

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Cvent Adds Another App for Event Managers

Cvent will continue to leverage its scale and coffers to acquire smaller companies that add value to its platform. As more planners focus on event engagement, snapping up DoubleDutch seems like a wise move.

Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 5 years ago

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Cvent Acquires DoubleDutch to Fuel Event Engagement Growth

Cvent has spent the last few years gobbling up innovative companies to round out its gigantic platform for planners, hotels, and corporations. DoubleDutch is yet another example of Cvent's aggressive approach to building its platform through acquisitions.

Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 5 years ago

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Do Celeb Speakers Really Improve Events?

Hiring big-name speakers to keynote your event can backfire if they aren't aligned with your brand and message. Sometimes, though, some star power can provide an escape from the usual tedium.

Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 5 years ago

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Are Big-Name Conference Speakers Like Oprah and Bill Clinton Worth the Fees?

Booking a high-profile guest speaker like Oprah Winfrey or former President Bill Clinton will guarantee buzz and most likely a sold-out conference or corporate event. But will their presence reflect the client’s messaging and the objectives of the overall event?

Chris Ryall, Skift | 5 years ago