Miguel Neves Archives

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.

Meetings Innovators

Meetings Innovator: 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.

Miguel Neves | 1 month ago

Industry News

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.

Miguel Neves | 1 month ago

Trends and Insights

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.

Miguel Neves | 2 months ago

Destinations

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.

Miguel Neves | 2 months ago

Event Design

Harry Potter Meets Immersive Networking at The College of Extraordinary Experiences

Are you tired of small talk over lukewarm coffee at yet another hotel ballroom? Well, there’s a business event in a medieval castle in Poland, where business networking gets the Hogwarts treatment with all the magic of meaningful connections.

Miguel Neves | 2 months ago

Destinations

From Vendor to Partner: One Company's Guide to Working With Saudi Tourism

As Saudi Arabia rapidly expands its meetings industry, Western companies are learning that success requires more than just signing contracts – it demands a thoughtful and culturally aware approach to business relationships.

Miguel Neves | 2 months ago

Podcast

AI and the Human Touch

On this episode of the Skift Meetings Podcast, we delve into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the events industry while emphasizing the enduring importance of human connection.

Miguel Neves | 2 months ago

Industry News

Megatrends vs. Reality: How Accurate Were Skift Meetings' 2024 Event Industry Predictions?

Predicting the future of the meetings industry is tough, but we do it every year. As we look back at 2024, here's our honest look at what we got right, what we got wrong, and what's still percolating.

Miguel Neves | 2 months ago

Meetings Innovators

Meetings Innovator: Anh Nguyen

When Anh Nguyen realized the events industry's "do-it-all-yourself" culture wasn't compatible with motherhood, she built a solution: a collaborative network of senior planners. But that's just one of her many innovative approaches to working in the meetings industry.

Miguel Neves | 2 months ago

Flags of various European countries in front of the The European Parliament building in Strasbourg

Trends and Insights

Travel Barriers and Hybrid Meeting Strategies: Key Findings from UIA's Association Survey

International associations are becoming more decisive about their digital strategies, but face mounting challenges around travel logistics and revenue uncertainty.

Miguel Neves | 3 months ago