Angela Tupper

Angela Tupper is the Branded Content Editor for Skift Meetings. She has been reporting on both event industry news and event technology for the last four years. Angela’s background includes a combination of writing, editing, marketing, and teaching roles, as well as hands-on experience with association events. With an interest in all topics related to events, she is keen to learn more from industry professionals. She currently calls Montreal, Canada, her home city.

An overhead view of a full standing crowd at a business event, where automated commission payments could help to save planners valuable time.

Event Management

Streamlined Commissions Save Valuable Time for Labor-Strapped Event Market

As the booming event industry struggles with labor shortages, new commission automation technology is arriving just in time for savvy planners to make more money with less work.

Onyx CenterSource + Skift Meetings | 2 years ago

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Destinations

Destination Brief: Diversity Initiatives & World-Class Amenities Put Columbus on the Map

To meet the needs of today's top event organizers, destinations have to combine state-of-the-art venues with outstanding DEI initiatives, a culture that's equal parts innovative and entrepreneurial, and a hassle-free travel experience. Find out how Columbus is putting itself on the map in each of these key areas.

Experience Columbus + Skift Meetings | 2 years ago

A relaxing lounge space with comfortable seating is backed by a beverage station in one of the meeting rooms available at Hilton Singapore Orchard.

Event Design

Why Delegate Welfare Takes Top Priority in 2023

Meetings and events now play a pivotal role in reconnecting teams within a supportive, nurturing environment. Every element of meeting design needs to be carefully considered with delegate welfare in mind. That's why selecting the right venue or partner is the first step to addressing attendees’ holistic wellness needs.

Hilton + Skift Meetings | 2 years ago

An image of a meeting planner's hands typing on a keyboard, with the screen showing the registration page for GroupSync and Marriott's instant booking platform for meetings.

Event Management

Instant Booking Ushers in New Era of Transparency for Group Rates

In today’s pressure-cooker environment, planners want the same immediacy and variety as in their online grocery shopping. GroupSync’s instant booking gives them the faster, smarter decision-making capabilities they crave.

Groups360 + Skift Meetings | 2 years ago

Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta beams in as a hologram to fireside chat with Skift CEO Rafat

Technology

Holograms Take Center Stage at Meetings and Events

The future is here: Plug-and-play hologram technology is now accessible for meetings and events. To find out more about how it works and why it stands to revolutionize the audience experience, Skift Meetings sat down with ARHT Media, a leading supplier of hologram technology.

ARHT Media + Skift Meetings | 2 years ago

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Destinations

Executive Q&A: How Destination Canada Is Leading the Way in Sustainable Business Events

As sustainability becomes increasingly vital in the world of meetings and events, planners and destination marketing organizations must adopt a strategic approach to improving their practices. Trends indicate that this work will become more important than ever in 2023.

Destination Canada + Skift Meetings | 2 years ago

Event Design

5 Trends to Take Your Events From ‘Back to Normal’ to ‘Better Than Ever’

The industry may be celebrating the return of in-person events and meetings, but that doesn't mean anyone wants to go back to business as usual. Here are five event trends that will help your meetings live up to shifting attendee expectations.

Marriott Bonvoy Events™ + Skift Meetings | 2 years ago

The courtyard of the Pendry, a boutique hotel in Baltimore.

Destinations

How Boutique Hotels Are Redefining Immersion and Wellness for Meetings

The demand for in-person meetings has never been higher, but attendees now expect to get more from these experiences. Find out how boutique hotels can help planners deliver on the promise of more meaningful connection, inviting attendees to enjoy a shared experience of enhanced wellness, immersion, and cultural authenticity.

Visit Baltimore + Skift Meetings | 2 years ago

Networking Platforms

MeetMatch Networking Software and Event App [Review]

MeetMatch is an event technology provider that combines an advanced AI-powered networking app for events with a native registration system and an event platform, complete with video chat and live streaming capabilities.

Angela Tupper | 2 years ago

Two event organizers sit side by side at a table discussing the 2023 event industry forecast and what it means for their budgeting and contract negotiations.

Event Management

The 2023 Global Industry Forecast and What It Means for Your Event Budget

Demand for hotel space is rising almost as fast as inflation. In this challenging climate, what can meeting and event professionals do to secure the best deal? Five experts from Hilton spill their secrets.

Hilton + Skift Meetings | 2 years ago