Industry News

The events industry is always evolving, and keeping up with the latest news is essential for staying competitive. Whether it’s new trends, product launches, fresh data insights, or updates on key players in the industry, Skift Meetings brings you the most relevant news to keep you informed.

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In this section, you’ll find:

Breaking news on the latest developments in the event world.
Industry reports and analysis to help you understand emerging trends.
Updates on key players, innovations, and big events shaping the market.
Interviews with industry leaders offering insights on the future of events.

From major industry milestones to shifts in event strategies, we bring you everything you need to stay ahead in this fast-paced field.

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Introducing the Skift Meetings M&I 15

The M&I 15 reflects a sector remade by consolidation — and stress-tested by the Covid pandemic. As mergers and rebrands compressed the field, capabilities have increasingly converged, leaving differentiation to come from corporate structure, service model, and where each firm chooses to specialize. Scale remains the entry ticket, but the gaps in focus are real enough to make buyers look twice at who they’re partnering with.

Why Bishop-McCann Links Employee Belonging to Client Innovation

Bishop-McCann is betting that employee belonging is more than an HR initiative — it’s a business strategy. By investing in retention and trust, the agency builds long-term client relationships with team members who understand the ins and outs of each client’s business, creating more collaborative and ambitious meetings and events powered by next-generation technology.