Refugio Garcia

Photograph of Ben's Chili Bowl Mural, in Washington D.C.
Destinations

D.C. Recognized for Innovative Approach to DEI

D.C. is celebrating receiving the GDS-Movement Innovation Award for its DEI Fellowship program. Despite the win, it's clear that the U.S. lags behind other parts of the world regarding destination sustainability.
Refugio Garcia | 1 year ago
Sustainability

New Destination Sustainability Ranking Announced 

Cities from around the world demonstrate their commitment to social and environmental change as they compete against each other to top this coveted destination sustainability ranking.
Miguel Neves and Refugio Garcia | 1 year ago
Daphne Hoppenot, CEO of The Vendry and Paul Van Deventer, CEO of MPI on stage at the Skift Meetings Forum 2023
Careers

The Future of Events Industry Communities

The value of event communities and professional associations became clear during the pandemic and now seems more important than ever amid the increased demand for educational resources and networking opportunities.
Andrea Doyle and Refugio Garcia | 1 year ago
Sustainability

Data and Standardization Key to Sustainability

It is estimated that events produce ten percent of the world’s carbon. Imagine the difference the industry could make if it significantly reduced its carbon footprint.
Andrea Doyle and Refugio Garcia | 1 year ago
Destinations

How Polarization is Impacting Business Events

Destination leaders from Orlando, Baltimore, and New Orleans sat down to discuss the challenges of attracting events in the face of a polarizing political atmosphere and how to ignite change through education and positive conversation.
Refugio Garcia | 1 year ago