Events Industry Council invites eventprofs to take part in global economic survey
19 March 2026
The Events Industry Council has launched a global survey to measure the economic impact of business events.
North America
Political
US airports face potential closures amid government shutdown
Business Travel
Legends Global appoints new GM at Greater Columbus Convention Center
North America
SITE Incentive Summit Americas 2026 makes waves with the association’s first cruise-based event
Incentive
No convention centre hub this year as Austin SXSW puts its faith in Clubhouses
News
Portland’s new Mindaro Event Center opens for business
10 March 2026
Portland gains a new events venue. The Mindaro Event Center features a 492sqm ballroom, breakout space, and exclusive catering by Jawfish Restaurant with immersive dining.
North America
Philadelphia showcases all the city has to offer at PCMA Convening Leaders
Ottawa Tourism and Invest Ottawa strengthen bid-winning partnership
North America
More evidence that corporate events are shrinking
Analysis
Amadeus acquires New York-based AI specialist SkyLink, boosting customer chat platform capability
AI
Building ambition, simplifying complexity and creating momentum
24 February 2026
The industry has turned a corner. With forward bookings at 106% of pre-pandemic levels, face-to-face events are proving irreplaceable in an era of AI and global uncertainty.
Association
BCD reports success with new airline sales model, delivering results for American Airlines
Business Travel
Celebrating 2nd Annual Destination Professionals Day
North America
World Trade Centers Association to hold Global Business Forum in Philadelphia
International Indigenous Tourism Conference opens in Edmonton
North America
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Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe expands meetings experience as part of $200m transformation
North America
No cigar smoke without fuel for Cuba festival
Latin America
SITE Global Conference 2026 celebrates power of connection in Abu Dhabi
Middle East