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Leading event associations have re-introduced a key initiative amid a new landscape with “significant opportunity” for “fresh thinking”. The Global MICE Collaborative (GMC) – launched in 2018 – previously had to pause operations indefinitely due to the pandemic. It has now made a comeback with a range of educational and training events for meeting professionals. …

Tradeshows are becoming more expensive to organise. Geopolitical tensions are affecting supply chains and economic uncertainties are pushing upward pressure on inflation.  In addition, rising venue rental costs and wage pressures are weighing down on already constrained budgets by companies demanding measurable outcomes and demonstrable ROI. Organisers have their task cut out – manage the …

Successful live events are a prominent indicator of a thriving industry and economy. That’s why eventprofs get together every year to mark Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) and shine a light on the role meetings play in supporting communities, business and local economies.  GMID 2024 will be celebrated this year on April 11. The Meetings …

Firms being more “conscious” about who they send to tradeshows is a benefit for the events industry, according to an association leader. Kinsey Fabrizio, new president of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), highlighted how companies selecting key decision-makers and senior leaders to send to tradeshows means they can get the most out of their participation. …

ExpoPlatform has entered a partnership as technology provider for DLG – organizer of AGRITECHNICA and EuroTier – to provide attendees with a “second-to-none” networking experience. The agreement with the international agricultural and food industries organizer starts with two events in 2024 – including EuroTier, the leading international trade fair for professional animal farming and livestock …

Creating innovative experiences to “delight” attendees is key to tackling surging costs faced by organizers, according to an industry leader. Greg Topalian has recently become the chairman of Clarion Events North America, having been CEO of the division for six years. One of the biggest challenges he sees facing the industry right now is the …

A record 2.47 million attendees flocked to Dubai World Trade Centre events in 2023, marking a 25% jump from the previous year.  The organiser’s annual report reveals figures which underscore its support for Dubai’s global business and trade prominence. Get the complete details below. Here are the full headlines of this week’s event news updates: …

The European Union is on the brink of introducing a world-first legal framework for AI, with potential consequences for event organizers. New legislation – the Artificial Intelligence Act – has been endorsed by MEPs with 523 votes in favour, 46 against and 49 abstentions. It is aimed at mitigating risks associated with AI while fostering …

Informa has surpassed its 2023 targets with underlying revenue growth of 30% to exceed £3 billion. The industry group also revised upward its 2024 revenue and profit outlook on strong business growth and brand expansion in IMEA (India, Middle East & Africa). Read more about it below. Here are the full headlines of this week’s …

ExpoPlatform has appointed an event technology strategist as it continues to grow its expert industry-experienced leadership team. Valentina Anastasio, based in Italy, takes on the new role having previously worked at Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna for almost 10 years. The appointment will see her spearhead strategy development to improve the success of the technology provider’s customers, …