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.

Michael Dominguez, CEO of Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI) and Senthil Gopinath, CEO of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) on stage at Skift Meetings Forum with Skift Meetings Editor-in-Chief Miguel Neves

Industry News

How Geopolitics Shape the Future of the Meetings Industry

As the world's geopolitical landscape shifts, the meetings industry finds itself again navigating uncharted territory, making it more critical than ever to speak the language of politics.

Miguel Neves | 6 months ago

Podcast

Behind the Scenes of Skift Meetings Forum 2024

Skift Meetings Forum provides a platform for candid, high-level conversations with meetings industry leaders and practical discussions focused on day-to-day challenges among planners.

Miguel Neves | 6 months ago

Four bottles of whiskey with corresponding tumblers and a blue sign with the words "Whiskey Reverie"

Industry News

Sotheby’s and Marriott Partner to Auction Off Exclusive Travel Experiences

Sotheby’s and Marriott have teamed up to auction off two high-end travel experiences. With bidding closing soon, are these exclusive packages extraordinary enough to attract the VIPs they are aimed at?

Miguel Neves | 6 months ago

Event Design

14 Ways to Upgrade Your Awards Program

Your awards program could benefit from a refresh to stay competitive and relevant. Here are 14 ways to help revitalize it.

Miguel Neves | 6 months ago

Industry News

Cvent’s Spending Streak Continues with Splash Acquisition

Cvent has acquired event marketing technology company Splash, the event technology giant’s fourth acquisition this year.

Andrea Doyle and Miguel Neves | 6 months ago

Podcast

How the 2024 Election Could Impact the Meetings Industry

The upcoming U.S. presidential election is certain to impact the meetings industry. Based on previous administrations' policies on some of the most contentious topics on the political agenda, there's plenty to consider.

Miguel Neves | 6 months ago

Boardroom of The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Convention Center

Industry News

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Unveils First Phase of $188 Million Convention Center Renovation

Now under new ownership, the Venetian Resort Las Vegas is keen to keep attracting planners by extensively refreshing the iconic property.

Miguel Neves | 6 months ago

Announcements

Why You Can’t Afford to Miss Skift Meetings Forum 2024

Skift Meetings Forum is back with a bold, unfiltered look at the future of meetings. Here’s why it’s the year's must-attend event for meeting professionals.

Miguel Neves | 7 months ago

Podcast

Behind the Scenes of Skift’s Live Events

At Skift's live events, you won’t see canned presentations, breakout sessions or five-person panels. Instead, the focus on candid C-level interviews moderated by expert editors delivers highly focused and insightful sessions.

Miguel Neves | 7 months ago

Podcast

Extreme Weather Impacting Events

As climate change accelerates, the events industry faces an urgent wake-up call. Shawna McKinley reveals how planners and destinations must evolve or risk being caught off guard by increasingly unpredictable weather—it’s no longer business as usual.

Miguel Neves | 7 months ago