Airfare Costs Are Up, But Companies Aren't Cutting Meetings
Airfare costs keep rising but, so far, U.S. companies are not letting that deter their meeting plans.
Articles tagged “Trump”
Rethinking Security for Events With Big-Name Speakers
Certain organizations are in the business of hosting high-profile speakers and attendees. Has the D.C. shooting changed anything for them?
Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting Puts Event Security Under Scrutiny
The events industry has long treated security as a venue problem. A string of incidents is making it clear that planners can no longer afford that assumption.
Event Leaders Share How the Iran War Is Impacting Global Events
The effects of the Iran war are spreading beyond the immediate region, compounded by rising costs and attendee fears of travel.
How U.S. Companies Are Handling Middle East Incentives
Some companies with incentive programs scheduled in the Middle East region are staying put — at least, for now.
Trump and Uncertainty Made Their Mark on Events in 2025
The year’s biggest news stories were dominated by the impact of the new Trump administration, but there were plenty of other topics in our Top 10 Articles of the Year.
Canada Sees More Relocated U.S. Meetings, While Canadians Stay Away From the U.S.
A turbulent year for U.S.-Canada relations has seen Canadian cities come out ahead as conferences move north.
Industry Leaders Urge Congress to End Government Shutdown
The losses to the meetings business and broader travel industry keep mounting — and have leaders speaking up.
Incentive Industry Research Points to Significant Impact from Trump Policies
The annual Incentive Travel Index, released this week at IMEX, reflects mounting concerns around rising costs and global instability, along with “shrinking optimism.”
Tariffs, Riots, Travel Bans: Contract Language to Protect Planners
Tariff-driven price increases and international attendee cancellations can cost companies big bucks — unless they’ve addressed these in their contracts.