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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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What’s New in Canada

The Expanded BMO Centre is opening today in Calgary, and there are plenty more new offerings across Canada.

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What’s New in Canada

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Event Tech News Roundup – May 2024

From AI assistants promising to revolutionize event planning to strategic partnerships enhancing attendee analytics—there is plenty of fresh, impactful event tech news to explore.

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Event Tech News Roundup – May 2024
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Visa Delays Continue to Impact the Events Industry

It takes a minimum of 849 days to get a visitor visa interview appointment in Mexico City. In Bogota, it’s 640 days. Mumbai, 499 days. These delays are impacting the events industry.

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Visa Delays Continue to Impact the Events Industry

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Making a Career in Meetings and Events

While many in the events industry have stumbled upon the profession, not Ronny Coombs, exhibits manager of the American Society of Nephrology. She set out on a path with deliberate focus.

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Making a Career in Meetings and Events

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The Future of Events: Expert Insights From Greg Topalian

High costs continue challenging the meetings and events industry, leading some groups to opt for secondary markets. More cost-effective, nontraditional venues are being considered for those staying in first-tier cities.

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The Future of Events: Expert Insights From Greg Topalian

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Mandalay Bay Completes $100 Million Remodel of Convention Center 

Mandalay Bay’s $100 million convention center redesign, featuring cutting-edge technology and diverse new art installations, looks to set a new standard for modern meetings and events.

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Mandalay Bay Completes $100 Million Remodel of Convention Center 

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Across the Country: How Immersive Experiences Shine Throughout the U.S.

Attendees are craving much more than education sessions and networking receptions. As event organizers try to cook up a recipe for elevated engagement, the key is finding a place that can lay the foundation for a truly immersive experience. Brand USA scoured the country for best-in-class immersive environments. Here are five destinations that can redefine your next event.

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Across the Country: How Immersive Experiences Shine Throughout the U.S.

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Legislative Action Day Converges Industry Leaders on Capitol Hill

The U.S. business events industry employs 2.6 million Americans and drives $399 billion in direct spending annually. This was the message that was brought to Capitol Hill on ECA Legislative Action Day.

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Legislative Action Day Converges Industry Leaders on Capitol Hill

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Legislative Action Day Converges Industry Leaders on Capitol Hill

The U.S. business events industry employs 2.6 million Americans and drives $399 billion in direct spending annually. This was the message that was brought to Capitol Hill on ECA Legislative Action Day.

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Legislative Action Day Converges Industry Leaders on Capitol Hill

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The State of Association Meetings

With fewer association meetings overall, the latest ICCA report reveals which destinations are gaining or losing market share in this competitive landscape.

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The State of Association Meetings