Skift Meetings to Host Virtual Summit on AI & the Future of Events
Skift Meetings is gathering the industry's AI pioneers to show you what's possible – and what's next.
Miguel is Skift Meetings’ Editor-in-Chief and likes to describe himself as a, "curious creator and caring curator of computerized content and a conscious connector of charismatic characters". He lives and breathes the event tech sector and is deeply engaged in the global online community of event professionals. Miguel is a Portuguese soul who built a career in the UK and is now raising a young family in southern Denmark.
New All-Female Leadership Takes Helm at SoolNua
After three decades of industry bromance, Patrick Delaney and Pádraic Gilligan are letting go of the steering wheel at SoolNua, handing the keys to an all-female leadership duo.
Apple Launches Digital Invitation App with Built-in Event Management Features
Apple's newest app is exactly what you'd expect from the tech giant: pretty, practical, and polished. It may also change the way event apps look and feel going forward.
Event Tech News Roundup – January 2025
January kicked off 2025 with a flurry of strategic moves in event tech, from major acquisitions in group dining and virtual events to AI-powered product launches.
Bizly Acquires Kapow to Expand Group Dining Capabilities
Bizly has made a strategic acquisition that adds group dining to its vision of becoming the leading global platform for booking events of all types.
Certified Meeting Professional Program Gets Major Update, New Exam Coming in August
The CMP, the events industry's most recognized certification is getting a makeover. For the first time since 2017, the Events Industry Council is rolling out significant changes to its Certified Meeting Professional International Standards.
Kathryn Frankson
From robots to rock 'n' roll stages, Money20/20's marketing guru Kathryn Frankson has a knack for turning heads and raising eyebrows. But behind the wild ideas and viral moments is a seasoned innovator with some serious wisdom to share.
Terrapinn CEO Takes M&A Hunt to LinkedIn - And It’s Paying Off
In a move that bucked traditional M&A practices, Greg Hitchen publicly announced his company's acquisition plans on LinkedIn. This move proved surprisingly effective.
The Future of Live Tourism: Key Insights from Davos
Live tourism is reshaping cities, economies, and how we connect. But as global leaders at the World Economic Forum discussed, a sustainable future for these mega-gatherings depends on much more than just filling seats.
Business Retreat Trades Conference Rooms for Croatian Waters
Good luck getting your finance department to approve "retreat on yacht in Croatia" as a business expense. But before they shoot down your ambitious plans, share how these executives found that trading boardrooms for ocean views delivered real ROI.