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A scammer with a deep understanding of how event planners work is still at it, exploiting the fast-paced nature of the industry and the trust that small firms place in clients. With tens of thousands of dollars at stake, planners must remain vigilant. 

The Federation is working to ensure that jobs in the events industry are recognized by the government and academia the same way they are in other industries. It’s a monumental task.

TED has a new leadership structure that pairs an education visionary with a longtime internal leader.

Some professional speakers claim the industry is rife with kickbacks, double dipping, and deceptive promotional materials.

This report is your guidebook to all the most interesting conversations and actionable insights from Skift Meetings Forum 2025.

MGM Grand's convention customers asked for more suites with space for entertaining — and they delivered, with 111 of them coming online by December, in addition to a complete remodel of the main tower.

Meeting planners are under pressure to deliver more impact with fewer resources. Convene Hospitality Group’s multi-brand model offers them a rare advantage: consistent service and design across distinct tiers, giving planners flexibility without the headache of juggling multiple partners.

Even as National Guard deployments and the federal government shutdown cast uncertainty across the U.S., the events industry gathered in record numbers for IMEX America. 

If you’re including wellness activities or activations in your event, why not extend that theme into your gifting experiences and room amenities? 

PCMA’s new education offerings showcase its continued focus on attracting senior event professionals, all while betting on novel AI approaches.

Rising costs are challenging planners, but not keeping them from doing what matters most to them — delivering unforgettable events.

The annual Incentive Travel Index, released this week at IMEX, reflects mounting concerns around rising costs and global instability, along with “shrinking optimism.”