Meetings and Events Industry News

Shawn Cheng, a seasoned events professional, is throwing some cold water on the AI hype. While the rush to embrace ChatGPT and other AI tools continues, Cheng is taking a more measured approach.

The definition of luxury may look a bit different depending on the type of group you’re gathering for your next meeting — but one thing is clear across the entire…

There was a time when contracts were written haphazardly, and deals were secured with a handshake. Those days are over. Today, the industry relies heavily on detailed written terms.

Vaibhav Jain’s run at the helm of the company he co-founded in 2014 has ended. Former engineer and product manager Shailesh Hegde takes over.

Planned has secured a significant round of financing and added a travel industry heavyweight onto its board. Up next is expanding AI functionality and travel booking capabilities.

What happens when a destination is committed to embracing DEI, but political leaders stand in the way?

The combined platform promises to be a new type of all-in-one offering combining meeting and travel management with venue and vendor sourcing.

Meetings and conferences are big investments; companies want their attendees to remain focused and not lack energy as the day progresses. Plus, planners are under more pressure than ever to…

Australia's incredible scenery, boom in state-of-the-art meeting venues and accommodation, and commitment to sustainability have placed it top of mind for incentive trip and association meeting planners.

The Austin Convention Center is closing for a $1.6 billion redevelopment. The city is stressing that it will still be open for events business.