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Influencer’s Death Highlights Food Allergy Dangers at Events

Influencer Dominique Brown died after suffering a reported food allergy at an event in Los Angeles. How can you prevent something like this from happening? 

Andrea Doyle | 2 days ago

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Economic Uncertainty and AI to Shape 2025 Business Events

Economic uncertainty and inflation are key challenges for business events in 2025, particularly in LATAM and EMEA countries, according to BCD Meetings & Events' What’s Trending 2025 report.

Andrea Doyle | 5 days ago

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The Best Business Events of 2024: Behind the Scenes

Skift Meetings’ Best Business Events of 2024 was a celebration of game-changing event concepts that have shaped our industry this year.

Barbara Scofidio | 5 days ago

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Four Ways the Trump Administration Could Impact Medical Meetings

Robert F. Kennedy is promising big changes to the healthcare industry if he is confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services. When it comes to medical meetings, plenty is at stake.

Andrea Doyle | 2 weeks ago

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Harris Rosen, Founder of Rosen Hotels, Dies at 85

The news of Harris Rosen passing away yesterday at the age of 85 is rippling across the meetings industry.

Barbara Scofidio | 2 weeks ago

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Meeting Planners Navigate Rising Costs and Shifting Work Models

Concerns linger about destination safety, rising costs, audiovisual/tech expenses, and hotel contract inflexibility, according to Future Partners State of the Meetings & Convention Industry research.

Andrea Doyle | 3 weeks ago

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8 Economic Trends Affecting Meetings From ALHI’s Mike Dominguez  

ALHI President & CEO Mike Dominguez breaks down economic and hotel industry trends – from compression to the price of eggs – as they relate to meetings.

Barbara Scofidio | 3 weeks ago

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Clarion Events Makes Another Acquisition – Are More Deals Coming? 

Even with the possibility of Clarion Events being sold by its private equity owner Blackstone, the company is still bullish about its acquisitions. Its most recent is Eaton Hall Exhibitions.

Andrea Doyle | 4 weeks ago

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Are Convention Centers Worth It? 

Despite skepticism from critics, proponents argue convention centers are vital economic drivers that support local businesses, tourism, and hospitality industries.

Andrea Doyle | 4 weeks ago

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Drones and ‘Braindates’: How FICP Tried to Set its Conference Apart

The theme of this week’s FICP Conference in Denver was ’Elevate,’ as the association raised the bar on its annual event.

Barbara Scofidio | 4 weeks ago